Bobby Thompson, the 2022 champion in the Jack Sears Trophy sub-division, has had a significant amount of BTCC experience with Team Hard. Throughout his 130-race career in the BTCC, he has shown moments of promise, such as achieving second place at Brands Hatch last season. However, Thompson was unable to complete the full season due
Racing
The early races of the Formula 1 season have already revealed the main powerhouses of the sport – Red Bull, Ferrari, McLaren, Mercedes, and Aston Martin. These teams have solidified their positions in the top 10 in both qualifying and races, leaving little room for others to challenge them for valuable points. The midfield battle
Kalle Rovanpera and his co-driver Jonne Halttunen showcased a flawless performance at the recent Safari Rally, conquering the WRC’s most demanding event in a truly impressive style. Despite competing in a partial season this year, the two-time world champions managed to clinch victory by winning seven out of the 19 challenging gravel stages. What set
Thierry Neuville, the current WRC points leader, faced a series of unfortunate events during the Saturday morning stages of the Safari Rally. Although he managed to climb to second position, his hopes of securing a podium finish were dashed due to issues with his Hyundai i20 N. Punctures affecting his Toyota rivals Elfyn Evans and
The Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne witnessed a surprising turn of events as Carlos Sainz, who was recovering from appendicitis surgery and had missed the Saudi Arabian GP, managed to secure a second-place qualification. Sainz executed a remarkable lap-two pass on polesitter Max Verstappen, who later had to retire due to a right-rear brake failure.
Carlos Sainz’s future in Formula 1 was uncertain after Ferrari decided not to renew his contract for the upcoming season. However, his recent victory at the Australian Grand Prix despite having undergone surgery for appendicitis just two weeks prior has silenced any doubts about his talent and dedication to the sport. This unexpected win has
When news broke of Hamilton’s decision to leave Mercedes to join Ferrari for 2025, many speculated that Verstappen would be the natural choice to replace him. However, Verstappen seemed on course to see out his Red Bull contract, which expires at the end of 2028. This was until the ongoing controversy surrounding Christian Horner led
Sebastian Vettel, a renowned Formula 1 driver with 53 wins under his belt, recently made a significant leap in his career by exploring the world of endurance racing. This transition began with a test drive in Porsche’s simulator in Flacht, Germany, followed by a brief run at the famous Weissach test track. However, it was
The Melbourne race proved to be a significant opportunity for Formula 1’s bottom five teams, who are often relegated to finishing outside the points. In the previous races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, only Haas managed to secure a single point in Jeddah. However, the unexpected retirements of top drivers such as Max Verstappen and
Jorge Martin, the 2023 championship runner-up, showcased a controlled and mature performance last Sunday in Portugal, securing his first grand prix win since the Thailand GP last year. This victory was particularly significant as it propelled him to the top of the standings, leading by a substantial 18 points after erstwhile championship leader Francesco Bagnaia
In a thrilling F3 race, Prema Racing driver Beganovic showcased his strategic skills by biding his time and making a well-timed move in the second half of the 23-lap journey. While Trident’s Fornaroli bolted at the start, Beganovic remained patient, ultimately establishing a commanding lead over his competitors. Throughout the race, Fornaroli attempted to create
After showing promise in the practice sessions leading up to qualifying, Charles Leclerc found himself struggling with his front tyres during the crucial Q3 session. Despite starting off strong with fourth place in Q1 and second place in Q2, a front wing change for his final run in Q3 did not yield the desired results.