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Why Josh McErlean’s career-best WRC performance was so important

Motorsport - Fri, 2026-07-03 10:51
A career-best World Rally Championship result achieved at Acropolis Rally Greece was “quite a relief” after a “disaster” of a start to the season, according to Josh McErlean.
The M-Sport-Ford driver headed into Greece’s punishing stages having endured a difficult first half of the campaign that had yielded only three top 10 finishes.
Mistakes in Monte Carlo and Portugal proved ...Keep reading

George Russell: Energy-starved Silverstone will have better racing – like Australia and China

Motorsport - Fri, 2026-07-03 10:17
George Russell shrugged off complaints over the expected energy starvation at Formula 1's British Grand Prix and stated that, although the drivers may find the increased energy management aspect challenging, it will create "better racing".
The opening round of the 2026 season in Melbourne played out to mixed reviews; while some enjoyed the chaotic 'yo-yo' brand of racing seen with the new ...Keep reading

Ducati renews VR46 and Gresini partnerships to run six bikes on 2027 MotoGP grid

Motorsport - Fri, 2026-07-03 09:59
Gresini Racing became the first Ducati satellite squad to announce a new deal for 2027 with the Italian brand on Thursday, before Valentino Rossi's Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team confirmed its own contract extension the very next day.
The new three-year deal will keep VR46 tied to Ducati through the end of the 2029 season as the manufacturer's 'Factory Supported Team', extending a ...Keep reading

Johann Zarco avoids surgery after Catalan GP crash, targets September MotoGP return

Motorsport - Fri, 2026-07-03 09:28
Johann Zarco will not undergo surgery to treat an injury to his left knee and that, following a positive response to his rehabilitation, he will return to competition after the summer, his team confirmed in a statement.
Zarco reportedly visited Dr Bertrand Sonnery-Cottet in Lyon to assess the current condition of his knee on 1 July. He is continuing his recovery process, and hopes to make a ...Keep reading

Piastri on the reported talks between Verstappen and McLaren

Formula 1 - Fri, 2026-07-03 08:40
With Max Verstappen being linked to McLaren, Oscar Piastri has expressed his confidence in fulfilling his contract with the team.

Alonso plays down upgrade role in Aston Martin future

Formula 1 - Fri, 2026-07-03 08:40
With a decision about his future looming, Fernando Alonso has explained where Aston Martin's upcoming upgrade package will factor into his choice.

Pit penalty rule updated ahead of Mid-Ohio IndyCar race

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-07-02 22:39
IndyCar and IndyCar Officiating have issued a rulebook update effective this weekend at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course.
The adjustment modifies the enforcement of pit road restrictions, ensuring that teams forced into a closed pit lane due to a tactical emergency aren't penalized as harshly as drivers cited for on-track misconduct.
For clarity on how the regulation now functions, here are ...Keep reading

How to watch NASCAR at Chicagoland: Weekend schedule, start time, TV

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-07-02 21:41
NASCAR is racing at Chcagoland Speedway for the first time in seven years, as it replaces the Chicago Street Course on the 2026 schedule. TNT Sports is broadcasting the event, with all races simultaneously streamed on HBO Max along with live on-board cameras.
Shane van Gisbergen just won the final road course race on the schedule at Sonoma Raceway, further complicating the battle around the ...Keep reading

Red Bull drivers give verdict on British GP hopes

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-07-02 20:18
Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar have given their verdicts on how they think Red Bull will perform this weekend in the British Grand Prix after a recent upturn in form.

All the stories that got the Silverstone paddock talking

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-07-02 20:18
Mercedes driver George Russell could not arrive in better form to his home race at Silverstone, the Briton securing his first win since the season opener in Australia last time out in Austria. It wasn’t just the result that was important, but more the wonders his performance has done for his confidence, having endured a string of defeats to sophomore team mate Kimi Antonelli.

Russell reveals Mercedes challenge before home Grand Prix

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-07-02 20:18
Mercedes' George Russell has reflected on his confidence levels ahead of the British Grand Prix as the title fight continues to heat up.

Antonelli taking 'biggest lessons' from last two weekends

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-07-02 20:18
Kimi Antonelli faced some setbacks in Barcelona and Austria, but the Mercedes driver is confident that he can take the learnings forward ahead of the British Grand Prix weekend.

Leclerc shares doubts over Ferrari’s British GP prospects

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-07-02 20:18
Following another tough weekend in Austria, Charles Leclerc has outlined his expectations for Ferrari’s performance at the British Grand Prix.

Hamilton on Silverstone hopes after Austria ‘reality check’

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-07-02 20:18
Lewis Hamilton has been looking ahead to what might be possible at his home event, the British Grand Prix at Silverstone – a track at which he has experienced record-breaking success.

How to watch IndyCar 2026 at Mid-Ohio: Weekend schedule, start time, TV

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-07-02 19:09
Round No. 11 of the 2026 IndyCar season is here, with the Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio.
Alex Palou leads the championship standings by 60 points over David Malukas, while Christian Lundgaard is the most recent race winner at Road America.
Scott Dixon, who just announced a shock exit from Chip Ganassi Racing after 25 years, is the defending winner of the IndyCar race at Mid-Ohio.
Now, here's ...Keep reading

F1 British GP: Friday schedule, weather forecast and how to watch

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-07-02 19:00
Formula 1 heads to Silverstone this weekend after a chaotic Austrian grand prix, where George Russell took a much-needed win to strengthen his title push.
The Mercedes driver arrives at his home race with fresh momentum after cutting into team-mate Kimi Antonelli's championship lead. Antonelli still holds a 40-point advantage, but Russell’s Austria victory means the title fight is ...Keep reading

Josh Bilicki and No. 66 team withdraw from NASCAR Cup race at Chicagoland

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-07-02 18:54
There were 39 cars on the entry list for the NASCAR Cup race at Chicagoland Speedway, which is the first NASCAR event at the track in seven years. Among those were three open teams: the No. 67 23XI Racing Toyota of Corey Heim, the No. 44 NY Racing Team Chevrolet of J.J. Yeley, and the No. 66 Garage 66 Ford of Josh Bilicki.
However, the Carl Long-owned No. 66 announced on Thursday that they ...Keep reading

F1: Chequered Flag

Formula 1 at the BBC - Thu, 2026-07-02 18:48
Andrew Benson sits down with reigning world champion Lando Norris

F1: Chequered Flag

Formula 1 at the BBC - Thu, 2026-07-02 18:48
Andrew Benson sits down with reigning world champion Lando Norris

F1: Chequered Flag

Formula 1 at the BBC - Thu, 2026-07-02 18:48
Andrew Benson sits down with reigning world champion Lando Norris

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