With the top drivers separated by mere tenths in practice, the Spanish GP is shaping up to be an intense battle. But Max Verstappen’s switch to a higher downforce rear wing could give Red Bull a crucial advantage, as they aim to extend their championship lead.
Author: Wren Quasar
In a captivating second practice session for the Spanish Grand Prix, seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton showcased his prowess, clinching the top spot ahead of local hero Carlos Sainz and McLaren’s Lando Norris. With the battle for supremacy intensifying, the teams now turn their focus to fine-tuning their cars for the crucial race ahead.
As the Formula 1 calendar enters its next European phase, the Spanish Grand Prix has brought forth an intriguing development. According to official FIA documents, Mercedes has surprisingly brought no changes to its car, contradicting expectations of significant upgrades for the Barcelona race. However, the truth behind this mystery has now been unveiled.
In a significant move, Bahrain is expected to host the official Formula 1 pre-season test for the second consecutive year in 2025, despite not being the first race of the campaign. Teams have voted in favor of retaining the Middle Eastern venue, citing logistical convenience and reliable weather conditions.
French Formula 1 driver Pierre Gasly has confessed that attending the Le Mans 24 Hours without competing felt out of place, fueling his ambition to participate in the iconic endurance race. Gasly, along with his Alpine F1 teammate Esteban Ocon, attended the 92nd running of the French endurance classic, where Renault-owned Alpine debuted its new A424 LMDh prototype in the Hypercar category.
In a significant development for the British GT Championship, SRO Motorsports Group and Pirelli have announced a five-year extension to their partnership, which will see the Italian tire manufacturer continue to supply tires to SRO’s GT racing championships until the end of 2028. This news is sure to generate excitement among teams, drivers, and fans as British GT teams can expect to continue benefiting from Pirelli’s high-quality tires.
The 24 Hours of Le Mans is reaching its dramatic conclusion, with Toyota, Porsche, and Ferrari battling for the top spot in the Hypercar class. As the clock ticks down, the race has become a nail-biting affair, with the lead changing hands and the top contenders separated by mere seconds. Fans of endurance racing are in for a treat as this legendary event reaches its climactic finale.
The 2024 Repco Bathurst 12 Hour qualifying session was a thrilling display of power and precision, as BMW and Mercedes-AMG locked out the front row. Sheldon van der Linde clinched pole position for BMW, while Broc Feeney of Mercedes-AMG closely trailed in second. With a highly competitive 29-car field, fans can anticipate a gripping showdown on the iconic Mount Panorama circuit.
Dakar Rally legend Toby Price has announced his split from KTM, bringing an end to their 15-year partnership that has seen the Australian icon achieve immense success in the world of off-road racing. As the off-road racing community awaits Price’s next move, the question remains: will he join a rival manufacturer to elongate his Dakar bikes career, or make an immediate switch to the cars category?
Alpine team principal Bruno Famin has revealed that ‘professionalism’ is the top priority in the team’s search for Esteban Ocon’s 2025 Formula 1 replacement, with Jack Doohan emerging as a frontrunner for the vacant seat.