In the latest Dakar Rally news, Ferrari boss Frederic Vasseur has denied the notion that last weekend’s Spanish Grand Prix showed the team has been outdeveloped against its rivals. Despite bringing a sizeable upgrade package to Barcelona, Ferrari couldn’t maintain pace with its immediate rivals, but Vasseur claims the new parts worked as anticipated and highlights how an intense development race ensures that potential gains are all relative.
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In a thrilling turn of events, Argentinian racer Leandro López has clinched free registration for the prestigious 2025 Dakar Rally after a superb performance at the Desafío Ruta 40 event. His impressive third-place finish in the Open Cars category has secured his entry ticket to one of the most challenging off-road races in the world.
Toyota has made a strategic move in its 2023 WRC driver lineup, with rising star Sami Pajari set to make his highly anticipated Rally1 debut at his home event, Rally Finland. This change in schedule promises to add an extra layer of excitement for car racing enthusiasts closely following the WRC championship.
In the latest Dakar Rally news, Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton posted the fastest time in FP2 ahead of the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix, clocking a blistering 1m13.264s lap to edge out home favorite Carlos Sainz of Ferrari. This strong performance could boost Hamilton and Mercedes’ confidence as they look to challenge for victory on home soil.
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc remains optimistic about the team’s upgrades for the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix, but expects a resurgence of Red Bull’s dominance at the circuit due to its layout suiting the RB19 better than recent street courses.
The 2024 24 Hours of Le Mans, the flagship event of the FIA World Endurance Championship, is just around the corner. With a stacked grid of 62 cars and 186 drivers, this iconic endurance race promises to deliver thrilling action and excitement for car racing fans across the globe.
The 2024 British GT season has become a thrilling three-way or even four-way battle, with Red Bull, McLaren, Ferrari, and Mercedes all in the hunt. As the series heads to the iconic Silverstone circuit for the Spanish round, the stage is set for a crucial clash between Formula 1’s top teams, who are looking to gain an advantage in the championship chase.
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has defended the sport’s 24-race calendar, dismissing claims that it is an oversupply. The growth of the F1 calendar has been a constant talking point, with this year’s schedule reaching a record 24 races. Domenicali argued that the sport’s continued popularity and the tightening competitive order justify the current calendar size, while acknowledging the need to balance old and new racing events globally.
In a significant development for the Dakar Rally scene, Aston Martin Formula 1 reserve driver Felipe Drugovich has made a strong impression in his maiden outing at the prestigious Le Mans 24 Hours endurance race. Drugovich’s participation and performance at the iconic French circuit have sparked discussions about his potential future in the world of motorsport.
The 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season saw the continued integration of the Le Mans Hypercar (LMH) and LMDh regulations into the Hypercar category, governed by a Balance of Performance. While LMDh cars are yet to secure their first victory at the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans, the competition remains incredibly fierce, with Ferrari, Toyota, and Porsche LMDh cars battling for the top spots.