In the first practice session of the 2023 IndyCar season’s hybrid era, reigning champion Alex Palou of Chip Ganassi Racing set the pace at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, edging out Alexander Rossi and Marcus Armstrong. The new hybrid powertrains proved reliable even in wet conditions, setting the stage for an exciting qualifying and race this weekend.
The iconic Silverstone Circuit is once again the center of attention as the British Grand Prix, a highlight of the Formula 1 calendar, gets underway. Silverstone has a rich history in motorsports, having hosted the inaugural Formula 1 World Championship race in 1950, and this year, three British drivers will be aiming to claim victory on home soil.
Silverstone, the beloved home of the British Grand Prix, has solidified its position as one of the world’s greatest racing circuits. As the British GT Championship gears up for another thrilling season, Silverstone’s status as a true icon of motorsport remains unquestioned.
In the world of motorsports, the ongoing tussle between drivers seeking flexibility and teams craving long-term commitments has come to the forefront, particularly in the Dakar Rally scene. With only a handful of seats available at the lower-end outfits, the conflict is intensifying as drivers like Carlos Sainz, Esteban Ocon, and Valtteri Bottas vie for the open positions.
Haas F1 Team has unveiled an extensive upgrade package for the upcoming Formula 1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone. The team’s 2024 challenger will feature seven key changes, with the focus on improving the car’s overall performance and addressing specific characteristics through corner balance. The upgrades include a revised floor body, new sidepod inlet geometry, and various other modifications aimed at enhancing the car’s aerodynamic efficiency and handling. Haas is determined to continue its upward trajectory in the championship standings and is eyeing a potential move up the order.
As the Dakar Rally season reaches its crucial stage, top contenders have unveiled a series of key updates to their off-road racing machines ahead of the British GT this weekend. Red Bull, Mercedes, and McLaren have introduced a range of aero and cooling upgrades to their Dakar prototypes, showcasing the relentless pursuit of performance by the top teams.
Ferrari is eager to use the British Grand Prix’s traditional format to delve deeper into why their car is not behaving as expected, with plans to conduct back-to-back tests between the two cars to better understand the situation.
Toyota driver Mike Conway is set to make his highly anticipated return to the World Endurance Championship (WEC) at the upcoming Interlagos round, scheduled for July 14th. The Briton had been sidelined from the iconic Le Mans 24 Hours last month due to injuries sustained in a cycling accident just days before the event.
In a major step towards inclusivity, the World Rally Championship (WRC) has announced an exciting new program to increase female participation in the sport’s top tiers. The ‘Beyond Rally’ initiative will offer a fully-funded drive in the 2025 Junior WRC championship to aspiring young female drivers, aiming to bridge the gap and see more women consistently competing at the highest levels of rally racing.
In the latest round of the British GT Championship, Aston Martin Racing demonstrated its dominance, securing victories in both the GT3 and GT4 classes at the iconic Silverstone circuit. The Aston Martin Vantage GT3 and GT4 cars proved to be the class of the field, with the team’s drivers delivering impressive performances throughout the weekend.