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In a thrilling turn of events at the 2024 Spanish Rally, Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton set the pace during the second hour of Free Practice, leading the way from Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz Jr. and McLaren-Mercedes’ Lando Norris. The session saw a strong showing from the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team, as they continued their impressive form from the recent Canadian Rally and the earlier practice session on Friday.

Theo Pourchaire, the Aston Martin driver in the British GT Championship, has been the target of online abuse from Agustin Canapino’s fans after their collision in the Detroit Grand Prix. The incident, which occurred during a restart on lap 60, has prompted a joint statement from the teams condemning the behavior and emphasizing the importance of respect and civility in the sport.

Motorsports fans, get ready for an adrenaline-fueled cinematic experience as a new Formula 1-inspired film is set to hit theaters on June 25, 2025. Directed by Joseph Kosinski and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, this high-octane project features Brad Pitt as a former F1 driver making a comeback, along with Damson Idris as a rookie racer. With stunning visuals, a star-studded cast, and a connection to the Dakar Rally, this film promises to be a thrilling must-see for Dakar enthusiasts and motorsports fans alike.

In a thrilling qualifying session for the Formula E Monaco E-Prix, Porsche driver Pascal Wehrlein stormed to pole position with a blistering lap time, putting him in prime position to extend his lead in the championship standings. The battle for the remaining front row spots was equally intense, with Stoffel Vandoorne and Nick Cassidy rounding out the top three.