There is a drastic problem eating away at the forefront of motorsport, particularly Formula One. Recent seasons has seen the narrative of numerous Grand Prix move from the track to that of Race Control and that is an issue that threatens to undermine the integrity of the sport. It is difficult to pinpoint exactly when … Continue reading “When Race Control Becomes the Story, Then the Story is Wrong”
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“The Filth and The Fury: Thoughts on Desert Finale from Afar”
The conclusion of Sunday’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix left a sour taste in the mouths of many Formula One fans – particularly those who follow Mercedes. But it really did not have to be this way. From a very distant London, there was a very real sense of bewilderment as the chequered flag dropped at … Continue reading “The Filth and The Fury: Thoughts on Desert Finale from Afar”
“Markelov adopts F2 drive in place of Hubert”
Super Formula racer Artem Markelov will re-join the FIA Formula 2 Championship this weekend, replacing the late Anthoine Hubert at Arden. Markelov moved to Japan’s Super Formula Championship this year but has struggled to adapt to the category since his move to the Far East. With a best finish of 10th and a single fastest … Continue reading “Markelov adopts F2 drive in place of Hubert”
“GP2 Series: Gasly, Lynn and Stanaway head first test”
DAMS duo Pierre Gasly and Alex Lynn headed days one and two of the first GP2 Series pre-season test in Abu Dhabi, with Status GP’s Richie Stanaway quickest on day three.
“Throng”
Friday evening at the Yas Marina circuit in Abu Dhabi and with both free practices complete, Mercedes duo Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg have yet to emerge to the awaiting media at the back of the team garage.
“Abu Dhabi GP: Hamilton wins race and championship”
Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton won the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix this evening and with it his 2nd world championship title.
“Abu Dhabi GP: Red Bull’s excluded from qualifying”
Both of the Red Bull Racing machines have been excluded from the qualifying session for tomorrow’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
“GP2 Series: Vandoorne storms to brilliant Feature Race victory”
Stoffel Vandoorne took his fourth GP2 Series victory in superb style at the Yas Marina circuit today.
“Abu Dhabi GP: Mercedes lock out front row”
Nico Rosberg will lead another Mercedes lock out ahead of tomorrow’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
“GP3 Series: Stoneman takes the charge to Kirchhöfer”
Koiranen GP’s Dean Stoneman took the first GP3 Series race at Abu Dhabi today, jumping to 2nd in the championship ahead of rival Marvin Kirchhöfer as a result.
“GP3 Series: Kirchhöfer on pole; Lynn 2014 champion”
Marvin Kirchhöfer took pole position for the Gp3 Series finale at Abu Dhabi, crowning Alex Lynn as series champion in the process.
“GP3 Series: Lynn heads opening Abu Dhabi practice”
Alex Lynn took the top spot in this morning’s GP3 Series practice session at the Yas Marina circuit in Abu Dhabi.
“Daly makes GP2 Series return”
Conor Daly is to return to the GP2 Series for next weekend’s season finale at Abu Dhabi.
“Haryanto and Lancaster top the final two days of GP2 testing”
Rio Haryanto and Jon Lancaster claimed the top spots in the final two days of GP2 Series testing at Bahrain this week.
“Marussia Manor complete GP3 Series line-up”
GP3 Series team Marussia Manor completed their line-up this week, as they added Dean Stoneman and Patrick Kujala to the re-signed Ryan Cullen.
“GP3 Series: Kirchhöfer joins ART Grand Prix”
German Formula 3 champion Marvin Kirchhöfer has joined the ART Grand Prix team for the GP3 Series.
“GP2 Series: Quaife-Hobbs switches to Rapax”
GP2 Series race winner Adrian Quaife-Hobbs has switched to Rapax for his second season in the top Formula One ladder category.
“Caterham keep Rossi and add Haryanto to GP2 line-up”
Caterham Racing’s GP2 effort has announced its driver pairing for the season ahead with Alexander Rossi returning and Rio Haryanto joining.
“GP3 Series: Trident add Carbone and de Beer”
Perennial GP3 Series midfielders Trident Racing have made their first two signings for the 2014 season – Victor Carbone and Roman de Beer.
“GP2 Series: Binder makes Arden Motorsport switch”
Austria racer René Binder received an early birthday present when he joined Arden International prior to the Christmas break.