As the legendary 24 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps endurance race marks its 100th anniversary, BMW M Motorsport is determined to defend its title and extend its unparalleled record of 25 victories at the iconic circuit.
The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya is undergoing a comprehensive 50 million euro renovation to upgrade its aging facilities and improve accessibility, aiming to provide an exceptional racing experience for fans and teams alike. With the Spanish Grand Prix’s future in Barcelona uncertain, the circuit’s management is determined to extend its contract and cement its status as a world-class motorsports destination.
Sébastien Ogier and his co-driver Vincent Landais have been involved in a road accident during reconnaissance for the upcoming Dakar Rally round in Poland. The factory Toyota drivers are currently undergoing medical checks, and further details about the incident and their condition have not yet been disclosed.
Reigning Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen is set to make his debut appearance at the prestigious Goodwood Festival of Speed next month, as part of a major Red Bull Racing presence at the event. Verstappen, Sergio Perez, and a host of former Red Bull drivers will pilot a range of historic and current F1 cars up the famous Goodwood Hill Climb, marking the first time a Formula 1 team has been celebrated on this scale at the festival.
In the grueling world of the Dakar Rally, McLaren has emerged as a dominant force, leaving their rivals scrambling to keep up. Veteran driver Carlos Sainz’s glowing assessment of the team’s all-round pace and versatility has not gone unnoticed, as they continue to excel across a variety of terrains and conditions.
Ferrari has fast-tracked a new upgrade package for the Spanish Grand Prix, focusing on enhancing the aerodynamic performance and stability of the SF-24. The team’s performance engineer, Jock Clear, explained that the updates are designed to make the car ‘a bit more benign and calm it down a bit,’ with key changes to the bodywork, floor, and diffuser.
The 2023 British GT Championship season has been marked by increasingly narrow margins between the top contenders, with McLaren’s Lando Norris emerging as a formidable challenger to reigning champion Max Verstappen’s Red Bull dominance. The performance upgrades McLaren has introduced have clearly closed the gap to Red Bull, and the team’s raw pace has been on display at recent events.
Henk Lategan has finally emerged victorious in the South African Rally-Raid Championship’s longest race, the TGRSA Safari 1000, after seven attempts. Driving a Toyota Hilux, Lategan held off a spirited challenge from Lance Woolridge in a Ford Ranger to claim the win by over five and a half minutes.
In a thrilling display of racing at the Firestone Grand Prix of Monterey, Alex Palou of the Chip Ganassi Racing team emerged victorious after a daring strategic decision paid off, showcasing his impressive talent and adaptability behind the wheel.
Romain Grosjean achieved a remarkable top-five finish for Juncos Hollinger Racing at the latest IndyCar event in Laguna Seca, marking the team’s best-ever result in the series. This positive performance highlights the growing competitiveness of the Juncos Hollinger team in the world of car racing.