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”
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“I Did Not Know Jules Bianchi”
I did not know Jules Bianchi. In acknowledging that, it is the case that I had met him on a few occasions, but at no stage did I ever know him – there is quite a difference. Over the years, there was plenty of stumbling along as I shadowed a few steps behind the young … Continue reading “I Did Not Know Jules Bianchi”
“The Art of Being Human”
Despite what the Internet will tell you, simple human error and confusion cost Lewis Hamilton the Monaco Grand Prix on Sunday. If nothing else, it was a timely reminder that at the heart of our sport lay not just computers, but banks of people making split-second decisions – and sometimes they get it wrong.
“Life in a Bag”
A laptop, charger, EU plug converter, two pairs of trousers, five pairs of socks, five pairs of underwear, four T-shirts, a shirt and jumper, notepads, hard drive, Dictaphone, pens, pass and season media pass. It was, in a nutshell, my life stuffed inside a bag. To a degree.
“Norman Celebrates”
It is a moment all drivers treasure deeply. Having crossed the finish line victorious, the winning pilot will take to the slow down lap, collecting discarded tyre rubber and swathes of dirt along the way.
“Richelmi makes Blancpain GT début”
GP2 Series regular Stéphane Richelmi joined the Belgian Audi Club WRT team for the final rounds of the Blancpain Endurance Series at the Nurburgring this weekend.
“GP2 Series: ‘2nd in points possible’ says Evans”
Despite a tough opening portion of the season, New Zealand’s Mitch Evans claims some good prizes are still possible, but also that the title may be beyond him.
“Sørensen to make GP2 Series début with MP Motorsport”
Formula Renault 3.5 stalwart Marco Sørensen has moved across to the GP2 Series with MP Motorsport.
“Time Out for Vaxivière”
Lotus racer Matthieu Vaxivière may be forced to miss out much of the remaining Formula Renault 3.5 season following an injury sustained during the third round at Monaco.
“Mercedes – Another Box Ticked”
The finish line at the Circuit de Monte Carlo in Monaco. For Nico Rosberg, it's another line crossed, another box ticked, another victory in the principality and the championship lead.
“Coletti moves to Racing Engineering for GP2 title tilt”
GP2 Series veteran Stefano Coletti has moved to Racing Engineering for what will be his fourth full season of competition.
“Cecotto to add a fifth GP2 campaign”
Controversial racer Johnny Cecotto Jr is to return to Trident Racing this year as he attempts a fifth season of GP2 Series competition.
“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.
“Pau”
There is something gloriously old about Pau. As a town, many of its buildings have a lived-in, long life comfortable feel about - honest about the lines and wear that age will bring. Monza, too, possesses such a charm.
“Meanwhile, at the Weekend: Rosberg triumphs at Monaco; Kanaan takes Indy; Bird and Coletti grab GP2 spoils; Dempsey steals astonishing Lights victory”
“Meanwhile, at the Weekend: Rosberg triumphs at Monaco; Kanaan takes Indy; Dempsey grabs astonishing Lights victory”
“Luck and skill”
One lucky bird had a very lucky escape at Monaco this morning, when Carlin’s Felipe Nasr came within centimetres of wiping it out at the Swimming Pool.
“Sainz Jr to race Formula Renault 3.5 at Monaco”
GP3 Series regular is set to make his Formula Renault 3.5 début on the streets of Monte Carlo next week.
“Meanwhile, at the Weekend: Magnussen and Huertas triumph at Aragon; Mason and Stuvik take F3 Open wins; Consistency gives Morris F4 lead”
Meanwhile, at the Weekend: Magnussen and Huertas triumph at Aragon; Mason and Stuvik take F3 Open wins; Consistency gives Morris F4 lead.
“GP3 Series adds Valencia round; Ellinas and Fumanelli top final test”
The GP3 Series have announced that the second round of the 2013 season will take place at the Ricardo Tormo circuit in Valencia.
“GP2 Series: Bird returns with RUSSIAN TIME; Canamasas joins Caterham”
Mercedes F1 reserve driver Sam Bird will make a return to the GP2 Series this weekend, when he lines up with RUSSIAN TIME at Sepang.