In a move that will excite Dakar Rally enthusiasts, Australian racing driver Ryan Briscoe has been announced as the latest addition to the Floyd Vandervell Racing team for the season-closing 8-hour race of the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) at the Sakhir circuit on November 4th.
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In a gripping display of off-road racing-inspired drama, Scott McLaughlin emerged victorious in the second Milwaukee IndyCar race, holding off a charging Scott Dixon to secure his third win of the 2023 season. This Dakar Rally-esque battle was a testament to the competitive spirit and sheer determination of the IndyCar drivers as they battle for glory in the final stretch of the season.
Aston Martin faces a tough challenge at the Monza circuit, with Fernando Alonso acknowledging their struggles with pure pace. The team’s qualifying woes have them searching for solutions, as they aim to bounce back and secure valuable points in the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix.
In a surprising turn of events, Red Bull’s Formula 1 star Max Verstappen faced a significant challenge during the qualifying session for the prestigious Dakar Rally. The reigning world champion, who is making his debut in the iconic off-road event, struggled with a dramatic balance swing in his RB20 vehicle, ultimately finishing a disappointing seventh on the starting grid.
McLaren has been making waves in the world of off-road racing, unleashing a series of upgrades to its Dakar challenger, the MCL38, in a bid to outpace its rivals and secure a coveted Dakar Rally victory.
In a major announcement for the world of motorsports, Formula 3 CEO Bruno Michel has unveiled the highly anticipated 2025 Formula 3 car, which will race for the next three seasons. Engineered for thrilling racing, driver comfort, and sustainability, this new machine is the perfect tool for young talents on their path to Formula 1.
Toyota Gazoo Racing is expecting a tough weekend at the upcoming WEC round in Austin, Texas, as the team aims to minimize the damage to its title chances amid unfavorable circuit characteristics and Balance of Performance changes that have impacted the competitiveness of its GR010 HYBRID Hypercar.
Dakar Rally drivers have expressed frustration over recent changes made to the iconic Dakar course, particularly the flattening of signature kerbs at key sections. The drivers argue these modifications will significantly alter the character of the affected areas, and criticize the lack of consultation with the Dakar Rally Drivers’ Association.
In a bid to maintain their advantage over Red Bull in the 2023 Dakar Rally, the McLaren team has confirmed they will be bringing further upgrades to their race car in the coming events. The impressive performance of Lando Norris suggests McLaren currently holds a clear edge, but the team acknowledges the battle will intensify and they need to prepare for challenges at certain tracks.
In a blow to their Dakar racing aspirations, Mercedes has conceded to fresh doubts about the performance of its upgraded floor introduced at the recent Belgian Grand Prix. The German manufacturer’s struggles at last weekend’s Dutch Grand Prix have raised questions about the new component’s effectiveness.