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Formula 1 drivers' WhatsApp group lit up by Monza changes

The private WhatsApp group of Formula 1 drivers became a hotbed of animated debate on Thursday amid frustration over the Monza track changes.

Autosport · Aug 29, 2024

What we learned from Friday practice at the 2024 F1 Dutch GP

Good. Right now, it really seems the multi-team scrap for victories that Formula 1 was enjoying before the 2024 summer break has been preserved. That’s even with a series of new parts arriving on cars across the grid.

Autosport · Aug 23, 2024

Why Trackhouse deserves credit for betting on Ogura for MotoGP 2025

In the run-up to the Austrian Grand Prix, it was announced that Ai Ogura would make his MotoGP debut next season thanks to Trackhouse, and in particular its team manager Davide Brivio. With the signing of the Japanese rider, Brivio remains faithful to the philosophy that makes him a unique…

Autosport · Aug 23, 2024

Larson loses points lead after "I just messed up" in Michigan wreck

Kyle Larson lost out on not only a potential win at Michigan, but his points lead in the championship after a mid-race spin took the No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet out of contention. A trio of sudden tire failures forced a caution flag late in the second stage, where a…

Motorsport · Aug 19, 2024

Could Marquez have spiced up dull Austria MotoGP battle without start drama?

The memories of Brad Binder taking a shock home win for KTM at the Red Bull Ring in 2021 are still fresh in the minds of MotoGP fans. It’s not often you see a rider nursing slick tyres in a flag-to-flag race with rain lashing down and still coming away…

Motorsport · Aug 19, 2024

Hamlin "kicking myself" after his battle for the lead ends with a spin

A thrilling battle for the lead offered plenty to talk about, despite rain putting a damper on things about a quarter of the way through Sunday's NASCAR Cup race at Michigan International Speedway. Kyle Larson snatched the lead away from Denny Hamlin on the initial start, but pole-sitter Hamlin never…

Motorsport · Aug 18, 2024

Formula 1 drivers who have competed in the Olympics - has any F1 driver won a medal?

Several Formula 1 drivers have represented their countries in the Olympics despite motorsport not featuring in the modern games.

Autosport · Aug 9, 2024

Why MotoGP has a British disconnect

Jake Dixon’s victory in the Moto2 race at Silverstone last Sunday was a moment for the home fans to enjoy. But as he encouraged the crowd to produce an even louder cheer to accompany only his third victory in the series, it was also a moment to assess Britain’s relationship…

Autosport · Aug 7, 2024

Why the choice of Pramac riders will test Yamaha's MotoGP resolve

Whether officially announced or not, virtually all the spots on the 2025 MotoGP grid have been finalised. Only one free slot is truly up for grabs at Pramac, where Miguel Oliveira is all-but certain to join from Trackhouse, as Yamaha regains its longed-for satellite squad.

Autosport · Aug 6, 2024

How Ducati's present and future has been muddied by Marquez MotoGP signing

Sunday's British Grand Prix gave Ducati plenty of reasons to rejoice as Enea Bastianini led an incredible 1-2-3-4-5 result for the Italian manufacturer. All its eight bikes finished inside the top 10 for only the second time in history, with the highest-non-Desmosedici rider ending up almost 10 seconds off the…

Autosport · Aug 5, 2024