In the opening practice session for the Grand Prix of Monterey at Laguna Seca, New Zealand’s Scott McLaughlin of Team Penske laid down the fastest time, pacing the field in the IndyCar Series action. McLaughlin, a former champion in the British GT Championship, clocked a blistering lap, edging out Andretti Global’s Colton Herta and Chip Ganassi Racing’s Alex Palou.
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In a highly anticipated return, British driver Sam Bird of the McLaren Formula E team will be back on the track this weekend for the Shanghai E-Prix double-header. The driver was forced to sit out racing for a month after suffering a broken hand in a crash during practice for the Monaco E-Prix, but he is now ready to make his comeback.
In the latest British GT news, the Brackley-based Mercedes team has enjoyed a much more fruitful Canadian Grand Prix compared to other races this campaign. The team’s improved performance was assisted by a new front wing design, and they are confident of further upgrades to come that will ‘bully’ the car into shape.
The Kateyama tests at Imola’s iconic circuit saw a remarkable display of talent across various motorsport categories, including GT3, Hypercar, and LMP. British GT drivers like Jenson Button and Valentino Rossi were among the star-studded lineup, showcasing their skills and setting blistering lap times.
Greystone GT has announced its return to the Intelligent Money British GT Championship for the 2023 season, fielding a McLaren 720S GT3 with the pro-am duo of Andrey Borodin and Oli Webb. Both drivers have previous experience in the series, and the team is confident of challenging for class wins and podium finishes.