Kalle Rovanperä and Jonne Halttunen have taken a commanding lead on the opening day of the Secto Rally Finland, the ninth round of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC). The Finnish duo ended Friday’s nine stages with an impressive eight-second advantage over their Toyota teammates Elfyn Evans and Scott Martin, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to the rally over the weekend.
Sami Pajari, the young Finnish driver contending for the WRC2 title, has secured a remarkable maiden WRC stage win at the iconic Rally Finland, beating eight-time world champion Sebastien Ogier in the process. This milestone achievement has firmly placed Pajari on the map as a rising star in the world of rallying.
Reigning World Rally Champion Kalle Rovanpera led a Toyota 1-2-3 at the grueling Rally Finland, making a strong start to his bid for a maiden WRC home win. Running a part-time program, the Finnish phenom tamed the challenging wet conditions to finish 8.3 seconds ahead of title contender and teammate Elfyn Evans.
From the 2002 US Grand Prix to the 2019 Bathurst 12 Hour, GT racing has seen some of the most heart-pounding finishes in motorsport. Explore the closest conclusions that have left an indelible mark on the world of GT racing.
Carlos Sainz is set to join the exclusive club of Formula 1 legends who have raced for the sport’s most iconic teams – Ferrari, McLaren, and Williams. This move presents an opportunity for the Spaniard to leave a lasting mark on the sport and bring the legendary Williams team back to the front of the grid.
In a major blow to Ott Tänak’s Dakar Rally title hopes, the Hyundai driver has been forced to retire from Rally Finland following a dramatic crash during Friday’s stage. The incident resulted in significant damage to Tänak’s car and left his co-driver requiring hospital observation, dealing a serious setback to the team’s championship ambitions.
Porsche Penske Motorsport’s 963 prototype has undergone a remarkable turnaround, from a shaky start in IMSA to becoming the dominant force in both the IMSA and WEC championships. Learn how the 963 has consistently been on the podium, with Porsche’s customer team, Jota, topping the WEC teams’ standings.
Lando Norris’ impressive 2024 Formula 1 campaign has been marred by a surprising weakness: his struggles with race starts. Missed opportunities at key moments have cost the young McLaren driver precious points, forcing him to adopt tyre-saving strategies to mount recoveries. As the season reaches its crucial phase, addressing this issue will be crucial for Norris’ title ambitions.
In the thrilling world of the Dakar Rally, Mercedes has revealed the reasons behind their decision to retire George Russell’s car during the Formula 1 British Grand Prix at Silverstone. The team’s Trackside Engineering Director, Andrew Shovlin, disclosed that the retirement was a preventative measure to avoid further damage to Russell’s power unit, despite the young Briton running in a strong fourth position at the time.
Red Bull and renowned Formula 1 designer Adrian Newey have pulled the wraps off the stunning RB17 hypercar, delivering a 1000hp, naturally aspirated V10 beast that promises to captivate motorsport enthusiasts. With a focus on performance and an iconic sound, the RB17 is set to become a collector’s item, but could also make waves on the racing circuit.