Seamer to resign as Supercars CEO
Seamer to resign as Supercars CEO
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The series boss will walk away from the sport mid-next year following a four-year stint at the helm.He is expected to continue in the CEO role for another six months before joining his family, who have already relocated, in he United States.Seamer's resignati
Phillip Island to host two Shannons rounds in 2022
Phillip Island to host two Shannons rounds in 2022
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The events will be partially funded by the federal government as part of the Recovery for Regional Tourism programme.They will take place on March 18-20 and June 25-26.The categories for each event are yet to be locked in, however the March event has been ear
The beer that helped Holdsworth win the Bathurst 1000
The beer that helped Holdsworth win the Bathurst 1000
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The likeable 38-year-old achieved a lifelong dream on Sunday evening when, after 18 starts, he finally conquered the Mountain.He and Chaz Mostert combined for a devastating Bathurst 1000 win aboard the lead Walkinshaw Andretti United Holden, the pair untoucha
NBC and Paul Tracy go their separate ways on IndyCar TV comms
NBC and Paul Tracy go their separate ways on IndyCar TV comms
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The 2003 Champ Car title winner’s commentary role was acting as analyst along with fellow ex-IndyCar racer Townsend Bell, alongside host Leigh Diffey. The trio was renowned for its chemistry and enthusiasm, even when Diffey played devil’s advocate and ent
The ten closest finishes from the 2021 NASCAR season
The ten closest finishes from the 2021 NASCAR season
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10. Austin Cindric vs. Brett Moffitt - Daytona Xfinity - 0.104sCindric started his title defense on the right foot with a win in the season-opener at Daytona, controlling the final few laps of the race and denying Moffitt his first victory in the Xfinity Seri
NBC and Paul Tracy go their separate ways
NBC and Paul Tracy go their separate ways
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The 2003 Champ Car title winner’s commentary role was acting as analyst along with fellow ex-IndyCar racer Townsend Bell, alongside host Leigh Diffey. The trio was renowned for its chemistry and enthusiasm, even when Diffey played devil’s advocate and ent
Ricciardo: Verstappen-Hamilton F1 title showdown a «dream scenario»
Ricciardo: Verstappen-Hamilton F1 title showdown a «dream scenario»
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Hamilton took victory in a controversial Saudi Arabian Grand Prix last Sunday to draw level on point with Red Bull rival Verstappen ahead of the final race.It is the first time since 1974 that the championship contenders have entered the final race of the sea
Wolff urges ‘common sense’ after Marko’s F1 stewards comments
Wolff urges ‘common sense’ after Marko’s F1 stewards comments
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Title rivals Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen were caught up in multiple incidents last Sunday in Abu Dhabi that led to the stewards handing Verstappen two penalties.After being told to give Hamilton a position back after an off-track pass earlier in the rac
Red Bull's 2020 Abu Dhabi F1 dominance means little, says Mercedes
Red Bull's 2020 Abu Dhabi F1 dominance means little, says Mercedes
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Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen are heading in to the final race of the season tied on points, with the driver that finishes ahead on Sunday set to take the crown.While Mercedes is coming off the back of three consecutive wins, Red Bull is well aware that i
Rossi has fondness for all his “special” MotoGP rivalries
Rossi has fondness for all his “special” MotoGP rivalries
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Nine-time grand prix motorcycle racing world champion Rossi called time on his illustrious career at the end of last month’s Valencia Grand Prix finale, the conclusion to his 26th season.Rossi’s career was defined by the numerous intense rivalries he had
Shwartzman to drive for Ferrari in Abu Dhabi post-season F1 test
Shwartzman to drive for Ferrari in Abu Dhabi post-season F1 test
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The Ferrari Drivers’ Academy member, who is currently second in the FIA Formula 2 drivers’ standings, will drive the SF21, splitting driving duties with the team’s specialist simulator driver, Antonio Fuoco. Shwartzman has already driven a Ferrari
Ocon: Alpine will be «very dangerous» to F1's top teams
Ocon: Alpine will be «very dangerous» to F1's top teams
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Alpine had a slow start to the 2021 season and did most of its scoring in a chaotic Hungarian Grand Prix, which yielded Ocon's maiden F1 win.After the summer break Alpine suffered from a lack of consistency, but on the good days it managed to score big, notab
Baguette headlines Nissan SUPER GT ‘shootout’ test line-up
Baguette headlines Nissan SUPER GT ‘shootout’ test line-up
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The test took place on Monday, the day after the launch of the new ‘Z’ model that replaces the GT-R as Nissan’s GT500 base model for the 2022 season at the same venue.Last week, Baguette announced that his tenure as a Honda driver would be coming to an
Verschoor replaces injured Fittipaldi in F2 Abu Dhabi finale
Verschoor replaces injured Fittipaldi in F2 Abu Dhabi finale
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Verschoor drove for MP Motorsport in the first six rounds of 2021, but was replaced by Jack Doohan for the final two events due to “financial issues.”But he will join Charouz in place of Fittipaldi, who continues his recovery from a startline shunt with T
Analysis: Could Todt be poised for shock Ferrari F1 return?
Analysis: Could Todt be poised for shock Ferrari F1 return?
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But after a career that has included success in rallying, sportscars and F1, plus three-terms at the helm of motor racing’s governing body, it was unlikely he would simply walk away from the sport.A report in Corriere della Sera on Wednesday pointed, howeve
Mercedes ends Kingspan F1 deal with immediate effect
Mercedes ends Kingspan F1 deal with immediate effect
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Mercedes named Kingspan as a new partner ahead of last week’s Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, but faced outcry over the company’s involvement in the Grenfell Tower disaster.Kingspan’s insulation was one of the products that was used on the outside of the towe
Suzuki “decided not to be defending champions” for 2021 MotoGP season
Suzuki “decided not to be defending champions” for 2021 MotoGP season
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Joan Mir guided Suzuki to its first MotoGP title since 2000 last year, with the Japanese marque also winning the teams’ championship.But its title defence was difficult, with Suzuki coming away from 2021 without a win and Mir only able to score six podiums
Rea admits Kawasaki needs to «step up» to challenge Yamaha
Rea admits Kawasaki needs to «step up» to challenge Yamaha
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Kawasaki became the dominant force in WSBK after Rea joined the Japanese manufacturer in 2015, winning six titles on the trot trot and breaking numerous other records in what became the most successful partnership in the series’ history.However, their run o
Ricciardo: Verstappen-Hamilton title showdown «dream scenario» for F1
Ricciardo: Verstappen-Hamilton title showdown «dream scenario» for F1
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Hamilton took victory in a controversial Saudi Arabian Grand Prix last Sunday to draw level on point with Red Bull rival Verstappen ahead of the final race.It is the first time since 1974 that the championship contenders have entered the final race of the sea
Honda’s disgraced junior driver handed shot at redemption
Honda’s disgraced junior driver handed shot at redemption
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For the last two years, Honda has promoted one its young drivers to its GT500 line-up after a single season of partnering veteran Shinichi Takagi in ARTA’s GT300 squad – in 2019 it was Nirei Fukuzumi, who won that year's title, and the following season i
Hamilton can be «very wily» in F1 track battles, says Horner
Hamilton can be «very wily» in F1 track battles, says Horner
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On the back of an ill-tempered battle between Hamilton and Max Verstappen in Saudi Arabia last weekend, there has been an increased scrutiny on the different approaches between the two drivers.For while Verstappen has been widely singled out as being more agg
Oyu completes clean sweep in Suzuka Super Formula test
Oyu completes clean sweep in Suzuka Super Formula test
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After a weather-disrupted first day of testing on Tuesday, both of Wednesday's sessions were held in dry conditions, with the morning's two-hour session being extended by 30 minutes.But it was at the end of the afternoon session that the majority of the faste
Brown offers Mostert unique Monza drive
Brown offers Mostert unique Monza drive
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The McLaren boss, who is a part owner of the Walkinshaw Andretti United squad, took to Twitter today to offer Mostert a drive of his ex-Alan Moffat Chevrolet Monza sports sedan.The offer is in response to a quip from Mostert after winning last Sunday's Great
COVID-19 concerns for Bathurst 1000
COVID-19 concerns for Bathurst 1000
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The Western New South Wales Local Health District today listed various parts of the circuit precinct on its venue of concerns list for dates and times that cross over with the Bathurst 1000.The notice covers last Saturday and Sunday and includes the McPhillam
Early Adelaide 500 revival on the table
Early Adelaide 500 revival on the table
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The famous event, a staple of the Supercars calendar for more than two decades and a legacy of the original Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix, was axed by the incumbent South Australian government last year.The opposition immediately pounced on the move, signin
F1: Hamilton had no warning Verstappen was asked to swap places
F1: Hamilton had no warning Verstappen was asked to swap places
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The pair had a controversial collision towards the end of lap 38 when Verstappen responded to a message from his Red Bull team to let Hamilton by - a request from Michael Masi in race control - and to do it «strategically.»The Dutchman slowed in a
The 17 best photos of the 2021 Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
The 17 best photos of the 2021 Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
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F1's inaugural visit to the Jeddah Corniche street circuit resulted in a controversial and eventful race that was twice red-flagged as the 2021 title race bubbled to boiling point.Championship rivals Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton went toe-to-toe and made
How F1 teams decided over critical downforce choices in Saudi
How F1 teams decided over critical downforce choices in Saudi
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This is where teams and drivers operate in the smallest of margins when it comes to chasing performance. Trying to find the balance required to be quick in qualifying but also have a car that performs well during the race.The offset in laptime between a lap t
Petty GMS Motorsports ready to 'hit the ground running'
Petty GMS Motorsports ready to 'hit the ground running'
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The organization officially revealed its new name during a news conference Tuesday at the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte, N.C.“I’m very excited about this opportunity to work with Richard (Petty), arguably the greatest driver in NASCAR history, and for
Wright Motorsports reveals new IMSA GTD line-up for 2022
Wright Motorsports reveals new IMSA GTD line-up for 2022
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Following the retirement of Pat Long, team owner John Wright has recruited his Michelin Pilot Challenge driver – and previously, IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup ace – Heylen as a full-time IMSA GTD pilot, alongside Hardwick. The latter missed all but on
How GRID Legends aims to put the fun back into the series
How GRID Legends aims to put the fun back into the series
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Your computer-controlled rivals jostle for position, succumb to pressure, become your Nemesis should you clash and suffer from mechanic maladies. There are up to 22 cars on the grid and the racing is hectic. To sit alongsid
McLaren to run tweaked F1 livery in Abu Dhabi GP
McLaren to run tweaked F1 livery in Abu Dhabi GP
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The tweaked concept, which merges artwork by UAE-based female artist Rabab Tantawy with McLaren's traditional papaya and blue colours, will run for the first time in Friday practice at the Yas Marina circuit.The new colours were revealed at a special event i
Seidl backs call for F1 red flag rule change after Jeddah race
Seidl backs call for F1 red flag rule change after Jeddah race
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Under the current regulations, drivers can change tyres during a race suspension, potentially penalising those who have already pitted before as others are effectively gifted a free stop.Norris was one of several drivers near the front of the field who pitte
Neuville's WRC co-driver Wydaeghe offers injury update
Neuville's WRC co-driver Wydaeghe offers injury update
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Neuville and Wydaeghe were involved in a frightening crash while testing Hyundai’s all-new 2022 Rally1 hybrid challenger in France last weekend.The i20 ran off the road, suffering heavy damage which curtailed the team’s maiden test of the car expected to
Hyundai announces shock departure of team principal Andrea Adamo
Hyundai announces shock departure of team principal Andrea Adamo
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The boss of the Hyundai’s World Rally Championship, FIA WTCR, Pure ETCR and customer racing programmes Adamo is stepping down from his role due to personal reasons.His day-to-day responsibilities will be assumed in the short-term by company president Scott
Masi says Jeddah only needs «fine-tuning» despite F1 drivers' concerns
Masi says Jeddah only needs «fine-tuning» despite F1 drivers' concerns
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However, FIA race director Michael Masi anticipates only «fine-tuning» being required ahead of the next event at the track in March.Drivers mainly had reservations about the lack of visibility of potential trouble ahead in the many flat out sweepi
Binder: 2021 MotoGP season was an extended rookie campaign
Binder: 2021 MotoGP season was an extended rookie campaign
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All of MotoGP's 2020 rookies had their first seasons in the premier class completely upended by the COVID-19 pandemic, which forced the campaign to start in July and take in just nine tracks across 14 races.Binder proved one of the breakout stars of 2020, sco
Horner: Red Bull wants to win the title in the right way
Horner: Red Bull wants to win the title in the right way
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A bad-tempered grand prix in Saudi Arabia, which was marred by sniping from both Red Bull and Mercedes camps - plus a collision and more controversy between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen - has pointed towards an escalation in the F1 title battle intensity
Hughes returns for Formula 2 Abu Dhabi season finale with HWA
Hughes returns for Formula 2 Abu Dhabi season finale with HWA
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The British driver was absent from the championship’s maiden visit to Saudi Arabia last weekend with his seat taken by Williams Formula 1 junior Logan Sargeant, who scored a best finish of 14th on debut in the F1 feeder series.It has since been confirmed th
Porsche: F1 interest will «influence» decision to continue in Formula E
Porsche: F1 interest will «influence» decision to continue in Formula E
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The manufacturer joined the electric championship in 2019-20 and after Pascal Wehrlein was disqualified in Puebla last season for incorrectly declared tyres, it is yet to win a race.In that time, its fierce Stuttgart rival Mercedes has joined the grid in a fa
