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Hamilton had a strong start and kept the lead in the opening laps, with Antonelli trying to - [ANTONELLI TAKES A BRILLIANT POLE POSITION AT SILVERSTONE AS FERRARI FIGHTS IN FRONT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-takes-a-brilliant-pole-position-at-silverstone-as-ferrari-fights-in-front/) - Kimi Antonelli delivered a fantastic performance in qualifying for the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, taking his fifth pole position of the 2026 season. The Mercedes driver put his W17 at the top of the timesheets and showed once again why he is leading the championship. Behind him, Ferrari had a strong recovery after a - [WEHRLEIN AND DI GRASSI SHARE THE SPOTLIGHT IN DRAMATIC SHANGHAI E-PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/wehrlein-and-di-grassi-share-the-spotlight-in-dramatic-shanghai-e-prix/) - The 2026 Shanghai E-Prix weekend delivered two very different races, with Pascal Wehrlein and Lucas Di Grassi taking the victories in a weekend affected by rain, changing track conditions, and unpredictable strategies. The opening free practice sessions were heavily influenced by weather conditions. In FP1, Porsche’s Pascal Wehrlein adapted best to the wet track and - [MATTEO DE PALO TAKES FIRST F3 WIN AFTER DRAMATIC SILVERSTONE FINISH](https://motorsportsclicks.com/matteo-de-palo-takes-first-f3-win-after-dramatic-silverstone-finish/) - Matteo De Palo claimed his first Formula 3 victory in a thrilling Feature Race at the British Grand Prix in Silverstone. The Trident driver won after a dramatic final lap battle following a late Safety Car restart. Starting from fifth place, De Palo made an excellent opening to the race and quickly moved into the - [BÄTTIG MAKES HISTORY AS PALMOWSKI SHINES AT SILVERSTONE IN F1 ACADEMY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/battig-makes-history-as-palmowski-shines-at-silverstone-in-f1-academy/) - The F1 Academy weekend at Silverstone delivered a historic result, with Wild Card driver Chiara Bättig making an immediate impact on her debut. The 16-year-old Swiss driver became the first Wild Card competitor to take pole position and the first to finish on the podium in F1 Academy history. Bättig impressed from the first session, - [MAX VERSTAPPEN AND MCLAREN LINKED AS RED BULL FUTURE BECOMES UNCERTAIN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/max-verstappen-and-mclaren-linked-as-red-bull-future-becomes-uncertain/) - Max Verstappen’s future at Red Bull has become a major talking point following a difficult period for the team and the Dutch driver. After the British Grand Prix, reports suggested that the relationship between Verstappen and Red Bull has become increasingly complicated, raising questions about whether he could leave before the end of his current - [FERRARI BECOMES FIRST F1 TEAM TO RUN AT THE NEW MADRING CIRCUIT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ferrari-becomes-first-f1-team-to-run-at-the-new-madring-circuit/) - Ferrari will make history by becoming the first Formula 1 team to drive on the new Madring circuit in Madrid. The Scuderia has been given permission by the organisers to complete a filming day at the venue, giving the team an early opportunity to experience the brand-new track. Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will share - [FORMULA 3 ADDS EXTRA FEATURE RACE AT MADRING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-3-adds-extra-feature-race-at-madring/) - Formula 3 has confirmed that an additional Feature Race will be held at the Madring circuit to make up for the cancellation of the Bahrain round earlier this season. To accommodate the extra race, the championship weekend will feature two separate qualifying sessions. The first qualifying session will set the grid for both the Sprint - [PATO O'WARD PUTS INDYCAR FIRST AND LEAVES FORMULA 1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/pato-oward-puts-indycar-first-and-leaves-formula-1/) - Pato O'Ward told The Race he has stepped away from his Formula 1 commitments to focus entirely on his IndyCar career, explaining that his priorities have changed and that he no longer has the same desire to pursue a full-time seat in F1. The Mexican driver, who previously combined his IndyCar programme with Formula 1 - [FERRARI PREPARES NEW REAR WING UPGRADE FOR BELGIAN GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ferrari-prepares-new-rear-wing-upgrade-for-belgian-grand-prix/) - Ferrari is set to introduce another important upgrade at the Belgian Grand Prix, continuing its aggressive development of the SF-26 despite recent scrutiny over rotating rear wing designs. According to reports from Motorsportcom IT, the Scuderia has developed a new rear wing that is expected to provide around 11 km/h more top speed on the - [BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX SUSPENDED AGAIN AS F1 REVIEWS 2026 CALENDAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bahrain-grand-prix-suspended-again-as-f1-reviews-2026-calendar/) - The 2026 Formula 1 calendar has been hit by further uncertainty after the Bahrain Grand Prix was suspended once again because of the ongoing instability in the Middle East. The race had already been postponed earlier in the season and was rescheduled for October 4. However, Formula 1 has now been forced to suspend the - [BARCELONA AND MONZA SET TO REPLACE QATAR AND BAHRAIN IN 2026 WEC FINALE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/barcelona-and-monza-set-to-replace-qatar-and-bahrain-in-2026-wec-finale/) - The WEC is expected to finish this season in Europe after organizer LMEM prepared a new version of the calendar due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. - [FORMULA 1 RETURNS TO THE LEGENDARY SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS CIRCUIT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-returns-to-the-legendary-spa-francorchamps-circuit/) - Formula 1 returns this weekend with one of the most famous races on the calendar, the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps. The historic circuit in the Ardennes is one of the most popular tracks among drivers and fans, offering high-speed corners, dramatic elevation changes, and some of the biggest challenges of the season. From next - [BREAKING: PECCO BAGNAIA TO LEAVE DUCATI AT THE END OF THE 2026 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/breaking-pecco-bagnaia-to-leave-ducati-at-the-end-of-the-2026-season/) - One of the most important partnerships in modern MotoGP is coming to an end. Francesco Bagnaia will officially leave Ducati at the conclusion of the 2026 MotoGP season after months of speculation regarding his future with the Italian manufacturer. The decision closes a remarkable chapter for both rider and team. Since joining the factory Ducati - [MARC MARQUEZ TAKES SACHSENRING POLE WITH NEW LAP RECORD](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marc-marquez-takes-sachsenring-pole-with-new-lap-record/) - Marc Marquez once again proved why he is known as the King of the Sachsenring. The Ducati Lenovo Team rider claimed pole position for the German Grand Prix with a new all-time lap record, continuing his incredible form at one of his favourite circuits. Marquez set a stunning lap time of 1:19.041, but the battle - [BMW CLAIMS ITS SECOND WIN OF THE SEASON IN WEC AT SÃO PAULO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bmw-claims-its-second-win-of-the-season-in-wec-at-sao-paulo/) - BMW celebrated its second victory of the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship by winning the 6 Hours of São Paulo at Interlagos. After triumphing at Spa earlier in the season, the #15 BMW M Hybrid V8 driven by Raffaele Marciello, Kevin Magnussen, and Dries Vanthoor delivered another impressive performance to beat Ferrari and Cadillac in - [BEZZECCHI SUFFERS BROKEN COLLARBONE AFTER QUALIFYING CRASH](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bezzecchi-suffers-broken-collarbone-after-qualifying-crash/) - Marco Bezzecchi's difficult 2026 MotoGP season took another major setback after a heavy crash during Q2 at the German Grand Prix. The Aprilia rider suffered a displaced fracture of his left collarbone and will return to Italy for surgery, ruling him out of the rest of the Sachsenring weekend. Bezzecchi arrived in Germany already carrying - [MARC MARQUEZ WINS SACHSENRING SPRINT AFTER HOLDING OFF LATE CHALLENGE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marc-marquez-wins-sachsenring-sprint-after-holding-off-late-challenge/) - Marc Marquez continued his dominance at the Sachsenring by winning the MotoGP Sprint for the second year in a row. The Ducati Lenovo Team rider converted pole position into victory after leading every lap of the 15-lap race, although he faced constant pressure from his brother Alex Marquez and Fabio Di Giannantonio. Marc Marquez made - [MARC MARQUEZ WINS AGAIN AT SACHSENRING TO BOOST TITLE HOPES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marc-marquez-wins-again-at-sachsenring-to-boost-title-hopes/) - Marc Marquez continued his incredible record at the Sachsenring by taking his tenth MotoGP victory at the German circuit and the 102nd Grand Prix win of his career. The Ducati Lenovo Team rider completed a perfect weekend after winning the Sprint and the Grand Prix, scoring the maximum 37 points. After trailing by more than - [CADILLAC TAKES CONTROL IN WEC QUALIFYING AT SÃO PAULO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/cadillac-takes-control-in-wec-qualifying-at-sao-paulo/) - Cadillac once again proved to be the team to beat in qualifying for the 6 Hours of São Paulo, the fourth round of the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship. Just like last year, the American manufacturer locked out the front row, with JOTA drivers Will Stevens and Jack Aitken leading the way. Stevens claimed pole - [WEC GRID HEADS TO INTERLAGOS FOR 6 HOURS OF SÃO PAULO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/wec-grid-heads-to-interlagos-for-6-hours-of-sao-paulo/) - Toyota arrives at the 6 Hours of São Paulo as the leader of both the Hypercar Drivers' and Manufacturers' Championships. The team gained an important advantage after the #7 car won the 24 Hours of Le Mans, while the #8 also finished on the podium. BMW is Toyota's closest rival, with Ferrari sitting third in - [SACHSENRING: THE LAST STOP BEFORE THE SUMMER BREAK FOR MOTOGP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/sachsenring-the-last-stop-before-the-summer-break-for-motogp/) - The MotoGP World Championship heads to the Sachsenring in Germany for the final race weekend before the summer break. When people think about the Sachsenring, they often think about Marc Márquez. The Spanish rider has enjoyed great success at this circuit, winning 12 races here across all classes, including nine victories in MotoGP. If he - [TSOLOV COMPLETES PERFECT SILVERSTONE WEEKEND WITH FEATURE RACE WIN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/tsolov-completes-perfect-silverstone-weekend-with-feature-race-win/) - Nikola Tsolov was the man to beat at Silverstone, completing a perfect Formula 2 weekend with another victory in the Feature Race. After winning the Sprint Race, the Campos Racing and Red Bull junior driver secured a double victory and moved to the top of the championship standings at the halfway point of the season. - [LECLERC RETURNS TO VICTORY AFTER TWO YEARS WITH A DRAMATIC SILVERSTONE WIN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/leclerc-returns-to-victory-after-two-years-with-a-dramatic-silverstone-win/) - Charles Leclerc is finally back on the top step of the Formula 1 podium. After almost two years without a victory, the Ferrari driver delivered a flawless performance at Silverstone, winning a chaotic and action-packed British Grand Prix. The Monegasque showed incredible pace throughout the race, made no mistakes under pressure, and secured his first - [REAR WING PROBLEM HITS VERSTAPPEN AGAIN CAUSING PREMATURE END TO THE RACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/rear-wing-problem-hits-verstappen-again-causing-premature-end-to-the-race/) - Max Verstappen suffered another frustrating race after a rear wing problem forced him into a retirement and ended his hopes of fighting for a podium at the British GP. The Red Bull driver revealed that an issue with the rear wing system caused him to lose control of the car, sending him into the gravel - [PATO O'WARD TAKES 10TH INDYCAR WIN IN PERFECT WEEKEND FOR MCLAREN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/pato-oward-takes-10th-indycar-win-in-perfect-weekend-for-mclaren/) - Arrow McLaren enjoyed the most successful weekend in its IndyCar history at Mid-Ohio, achieving something the team had never done before: a one-two finish. The Honda Indy 200 became a landmark race for the Chevrolet-powered team, with Pato O’Ward taking victory ahead of teammate Christian Lundgaard after a dominant performance. For O’Ward, the win marked - [MATTEO DE PALO LOSES FIRST FORMULA 3 VICTORY AFTER DISQUALIFICATION](https://motorsportsclicks.com/matteo-de-palo-loses-first-formula-3-victory-after-disqualification/) - Matteo De Palo’s first Formula 3 Feature Race victory has been taken away after a post-race technical inspection found a violation on his car. The McLaren junior driver crossed the finish line as the winner, but the result was later changed after officials discovered that the rear diffuser of his car was below the minimum - [ALEX MARQUEZ LEAVES GRESINI TO JOIN KTM FOR 2027](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alex-marquez-leaves-gresini-to-join-ktm-for-2027/) - Alex Marquez will leave Gresini Racing at the end of the 2026 MotoGP season after agreeing to join KTM from 2027. The Spaniard will replace Pedro Acosta, bringing an end to one of the most successful partnerships in Gresini's recent history. Marquez joined Gresini Racing in 2023 after difficult spells with Honda, looking for a - [ARROW MCLAREN CONFIRMS MAJOR DRIVER SHAKE-UP FOR 2027](https://motorsportsclicks.com/arrow-mclaren-confirms-major-driver-shake-up-for-2027/) - Arrow McLaren is set for a major change to its IndyCar line-up from the 2027 season. The team will welcome Scott Dixon and Felix Rosenqvist, bringing together two experienced race winners as it looks to strengthen its fight at the front of the championship. The biggest surprise is the departure of Christian Lundgaard. After several - [MONZA TO HOST FORMULA 1 SPRINT RACES UNTIL 2029](https://motorsportsclicks.com/monza-to-host-formula-1-sprint-races-until-2029/) - Formula 1 has confirmed that the iconic Monza circuit will continue to host Sprint races for the next three editions after the 2026 Italian Grand Prix. The announcement was made during the official presentation of the event, confirming that the Sprint format will return in 2027, 2028, and 2029. Monza first introduced the Sprint format - [RED BULL AND VERSTAPPEN FACE GROWING UNCERTAINTY OVER THE FUTURE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/red-bull-and-verstappen-face-growing-uncertainty-over-the-future/) - Tension is growing inside Red Bull as the team continues to wait for Max Verstappen to decide what he wants to do next. According to Dutch newspaper De Limburger, frustration is increasing among Red Bull's shareholders, who expected a stronger commitment from the four-time world champion after nearly a decade together. They reportedly believe the - [SCOTT DIXON ENDS 24-YEAR GANASSI ERA AFTER RECORD-BREAKING CAREER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/scott-dixon-ends-24-year-ganassi-era-after-record-breaking-career/) - Scott Dixon will leave Chip Ganassi Racing at the end of the 2026 IndyCar Series season, ending one of the most successful driver-team partnerships in modern motorsport. Dixon has spent 24 seasons with Chip Ganassi Racing, building a long career defined by consistency, race wins, and championship success. During this time, he won six IndyCar - [HAMILTON STAYING WITH FERRARI UNTIL 2027 AS PER REPORTS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/hamilton-staying-with-ferrari-until-2027-as-per-reports/) - Lewis Hamilton is set to continue with Ferrari until at least the end of the 2027 season, according to reports from AutoRacer.it. The report says that the contract option to extend his stay has been activated and that all the key parts of the agreement were already settled when Hamilton signed his original deal in - [JOAN MIR JOINS GRESINI RACING IN MOTOGP FROM 2027](https://motorsportsclicks.com/joan-mir-joins-gresini-racing-in-motogp-from-2027/) - Joan Mir is joining Gresini Racing for the next season in MotoGP, after several difficult years in the sport. After becoming MotoGP world champion in 2020, Mir’s career changed a lot when he moved to Honda. At first, the results were already mixed, but the following seasons became much harder because the bike was not - [DANI HOLGADO HAS BEEN PROMOTED TO MOTOGP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/dani-holgado-has-been-promoted-to-motogp/) - Dani Holgado is stepping up to the premier class of motorcycle racing for the 2027 season. After finishing as runner-up in Moto2 last year, he now moves to MotoGP. Holgado will race with Gresini Racing, a team known for developing young riders and giving them a chance to compete at the highest level. This move - [YAMAHA CONFIRMS NEW RIDER LINE-UP FOR 2027 AND 2028](https://motorsportsclicks.com/yamaha-confirms-new-rider-line-up-for-2027-and-2028/) - Yamaha Factory Racing has officially confirmed a big change to its future plans in the MotoGP. The team announces that Jorge Martín and Ai Ogura will join its factory line-up for the 2027 and 2028 seasons. Jorge Martín is one of the strongest riders in MotoGP in recent years. Yamaha signs him as an important - [NEWEY CONFIRMS BIG UPGRADES INCOMING FOR ASTON MARTIN IN HUNGARY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/newey-confirms-big-upgrades-incoming-for-aston-martin-in-hungary/) - Aston Martin is preparing a major upgrade package for the Hungarian Grand Prix as it continues its development push in the Formula 1. Technical work led by Adrian Newey has confirmed that the team will introduce significant changes aimed at improving overall performance, especially in aerodynamic efficiency and weight reduction. The car will keep the - [QUARTARARO AND RINS TO LEAVE YAMAHA AT THE END OF 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/quartararo-and-rins-to-leave-yamaha-at-the-end-of-2026/) - Fabio Quartararo and Alex Rins are leaving Yamaha Factory Racing at the end of the season, confirming a major change in the team’s rider line-up in the MotoGP. Quartararo, the 2021 MotoGP world champion, is moving on after several seasons in which Yamaha has struggled to consistently fight at the front. His departure marks the - [ESCOTTO RETURNS TO FIA FORMULA 3 WITH AIX RACING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/escotto-returns-to-fia-formula-3-with-aix-racing/) - Ricardo Escotto is back on the grid for AIX Racing in the British round of the FIA Formula 3 Championship, returning to competition after previously stepping in as a substitute driver. Escotto, who also competes in Indy NXT, takes the seat again for AIX Racing following recent changes in the team’s lineup. His return comes - [FERRARI PLANS AUSTRIA RESPONSE WITH NEW UPGRADES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ferrari-plans-austria-response-with-new-upgrades/) - After a difficult weekend in Austria, Ferrari is already focusing on improvements for the next round at the British Grand Prix. Reports from AutoRacer suggest that the team is preparing a new package of upgrades aimed at improving overall performance and closing the gap to its main rivals. The planned updates are expected to include - [VERSTAPPEN CONCERNS BATTERY USAGE AT SILVERSTONE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-concerns-battery-usage-at-silverstone/) - In modern Formula 1, the way cars behave at traditional circuits like Silverstone has changed a lot with the latest generation of hybrid regulations and car design. Drivers such as Verstappen are noticing that the track now feels very different compared to older eras of the sport. Max Verstappen has described Silverstone as feeling like - [MID-OHIO BRINGS INDYCAR BACK TO A HISTORIC TRACK](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mid-ohio-brings-indycar-back-to-a-historic-track/) - This weekend, IndyCar returns to one of its most famous and demanding circuits: Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. The race takes place in Lexington, in the Mid-West of the United States, and it is often seen as one of the key moments of the season. With its flowing layout, elevation changes, and tight corners, the track - [HAMILTON SLOWLY MAKING HIS MARK AT FERRARI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/hamilton-slowly-making-his-mark-at-ferrari/) - Lewis Hamilton’s first season with Ferrari in 2026 has started with strong and consistent performances against his teammate Charles Leclerc. After the opening part of the year, Hamilton has matched Leclerc in qualifying head-to-head, showing that both drivers are closely matched over a single lap. In race results, Hamilton has had the upper hand so - [SLATER CLAIMS POLE POSITION AFTER DRAMATIC F3 QUALIFYING AT SILVERSTONE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/slater-claims-pole-position-after-dramatic-f3-qualifying-at-silverstone/) - Freddie Slater secured pole position for the Formula 3 Feature Race at Silverstone after an exciting and unpredictable qualifying session. The Trident driver set a best lap of 1:45.620, earning the right to start from the front of the grid on Sunday. Théophile Naël will join him on the front row, while Alpine junior James - [CAMARA TAKES POLE POSITION FOR THE BRITISH FEATURE RACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/camara-takes-pole-position-for-the-british-feature-race/) - Rafael Camara will start from pole position for the Formula 2 Feature Race at Silverstone after an impressive qualifying session for Invicta Racing. The Brazilian driver was the fastest of the field and finished two tenths of a second ahead of Alex Dunne, who secured second place and will join him on the front row. - [FORMULA E STAYS IN CHINA FOR SHANGHAI DOUBLE-HEADER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-stays-in-china-for-shanghai-double-header/) - The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship stays in China this weekend for another double-header, this time in Shanghai. The Shanghai E-Prix marks Rounds 12 and 13 of the season, with the championship now reaching a decisive stage as teams and drivers fight for every point available. After a single-header in Sanya, the Formula E - [FORMULA 2 SET FOR AN EXCITING WEEKEND AT SILVERSTONE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-set-for-an-exciting-weekend-at-silverstone/) - Formula 2 heads to Silverstone this weekend for Round 7 of the 2026 season, with the championship reaching its halfway point and the fight for the title becoming increasingly intense. Nikola Tsolov arrives with momentum after his victory in Austria, a result that brought him back into the championship battle and confirmed his excellent recent - [FORMULA 3 ARRIVES AT SILVERSTONE AS THE TITLE FIGHT HEATS UP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-3-arrives-at-silverstone-as-the-title-fight-heats-up/) - Formula 3 heads to Silverstone this weekend after an important round in Austria that may have changed the direction of the 2026 championship. Spielberg brought surprises, disappointments and new momentum as the season moves towards its second half. Campos Racing endured a difficult weekend in Austria. After being one of the strongest teams earlier in - [F1 ACADEMY HEADS TO SILVERSTONE FOR A CRUCIAL WEEKEND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-academy-heads-to-silverstone-for-a-crucial-weekend/) - F1 Academy arrives at Silverstone this weekend for the third round of the 2026 season and the halfway point of the championship. It is also a historic moment, as the series races for the first time at the home of the very first Formula 1 World Championship race in 1950. Silverstone is one of the - [FORMULA 1 DOES NOT STOP: TIME FOR THE BRITISH GRAND PRIX AT SILVERSTONE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-does-not-stop-time-for-the-british-grand-prix-at-silverstone/) - Formula 1 does not stop and is already ready for the next race of the 2026 season. After racing in Austria at the Red Bull Ring, the championship moves to Silverstone for the British Grand Prix, the ninth round of the year. Silverstone is one of the most famous and fastest tracks in Formula 1. - [STRØMSTED WINS CHAOTIC F3 FEATURE RACE IN SPIELBERG](https://motorsportsclicks.com/stromsted-wins-chaotic-f3-feature-race-in-spielberg/) - Noah Strømsted took victory in the Formula 3 Feature Race at Spielberg after a chaotic event filled with interruptions, penalties, and constant position changes. The Trident driver stayed calm through the chaos and delivered a strong late-race performance to secure the win ahead of Ugo Ugochukwu and teammate Freddie Slater. The race began with Hiyu - [TSOLOV WINS FEATURE RACE IN AUSTRIA AS TITLE BATTLE TIGHTENS AT THE TOP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/tsolov-wins-feature-race-in-austria-as-title-battle-tightens-at-the-top/) - The Formula 2 Feature Race in Spielberg delivered another key chapter in a tightly fought championship, with Nikola Tsolov taking victory after a strong drive. The Campos Racing driver had an optimal start and a smart race management to secure his fourth win of the season, holding off a late challenge from Gabriele Minì. With - [OGURA MAKES HISTORY AT ASSEN AS TRACKHOUSE SCORES DREAM 1–2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ogura-makes-history-at-assen-as-trackhouse-scores-dream-1-2/) - A dramatic Dutch Grand Prix at Assen produced a historic first MotoGP victory for Ai Ogura, as the Japanese rider delivered a breakthrough win for the SuperFile Trackhouse MotoGP Team. It is the first Japanese MotoGP win since Makoto Tamada in 2004, ending a 22-year wait. Ogura crossed the line ahead of teammate Raúl Fernández, - [RUSSELL DOMINATES IN AUSTRIA AS FERRARI STRUGGLE IN A DIFFICULT SUNDAY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/russell-dominates-in-austria-as-ferrari-struggle-in-a-difficult-sunday/) - On a hot Austrian Sunday, George Russell returned to victory and ended his long wait for another win, which dated back to the opening race in Australia. After taking pole position on Saturday, the Mercedes driver controlled the race from start to finish and delivered a clean and calm performance without major mistakes. At the - [ANTONELLI ADMITS MISTAKE AFTER AUSTRIA QUALIFYING AS RUSSELL POLE STANDS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-admits-mistake-after-austria-qualifying-as-russell-pole-stands/) - Kimi Antonelli accepted responsibility after qualifying for the Austrian Grand Prix, admitting he made a mistake during the final moments of Q3 when a yellow flag situation changed the outcome of the session. Speaking to Sky Sport F1 after qualifying, the Mercedes driver said he should not have aborted his final lap. Antonelli explained that - [RUSSELL POLE IN AUSTRIA WAS COMPLETELY VALID DESPITE CONTROVERSY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/russell-pole-in-austria-was-completely-valid-despite-controversy/) - George Russell secured pole position for the Austrian Grand Prix after a tense and controversial end to Q3, but the final decision was clear: he did not break any rules. The confusion came after Max Verstappen crashed between Turns 9 and 10, bringing out a yellow flag situation in the final moments of qualifying. At - [RUSSELL TAKES POLE IN A CHAOTIC FINAL SESSION](https://motorsportsclicks.com/russell-takes-pole-in-a-chaotic-final-session/) - The qualifying session in Austria started in very hot conditions, with track temperatures reaching extreme levels. Mercedes immediately looked strong, with Kimi Antonelli setting the early pace and going quickest in the opening runs. Lando Norris briefly challenged but could not match the Mercedes time, while Lewis Hamilton stayed close behind in the top group. - [BENNETT TAKES FIRST F2 SPRINT WIN, CAMARA PENALIZED](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bennett-takes-first-f2-sprint-win-camara-penalized/) - The Formula 2 Sprint Race began in dramatic fashion almost immediately after the lights went out. John Bennett made a strong start and quickly took control of the race, leading into Turn 1 ahead of Sebastian Montoya and Rafael Villagómez. A major crash at Turn 3 triggered an early Safety Car, with multiple cars involved - [FERNÁNDEZ WINS ASSEN SPRINT AS TRACKHOUSE LOCKS OUT 1–2 FINISH](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fernandez-wins-assen-sprint-as-trackhouse-locks-out-1-2-finish/) - Raul Fernández delivered a stunning Tissot Sprint victory at Assen, climbing from fourth on the grid to take the win after a hard-fought battle at the front. He led a SuperFile Trackhouse MotoGP Team one-two, holding off teammate Ai Ogura in a tense final-lap finish. The race began with Ai Ogura launching from second to - [MCLAREN DELAYS DEBUT OF NEW MACARENA REAR WING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mclaren-delays-debut-of-new-macarena-rear-wing/) - McLaren decided not to test its new low-drag rear wing during the Austrian Grand Prix weekend despite originally planning to run it on Lando Norris' car at the Red Bull Ring. The design is based on the so-called "Macarena" wing first introduced by Ferrari earlier this season. This concept rotates the entire flap to create - [MERCEDES LEADS THE WAY IN FINAL AUSTRIAN GP PRACTICE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mercedes-leads-the-way-in-final-austrian-gp-practice/) - Mercedes once again set the pace during the final practice session for the Austrian Grand Prix, with George Russell finishing fastest ahead of teammate Kimi Antonelli. The session confirmed the strong form shown by Mercedes throughout the weekend and placed the Silver Arrows as the favourites heading into qualifying. The first minutes of the session - [MARTIN TAKES POLE AS APRILIA DOMINATES DUTCH GP QUALIFYING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/martin-takes-pole-as-aprilia-dominates-dutch-gp-qualifying/) - Jorge Martin returned to the top in qualifying by taking pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix at Assen, giving Aprilia its strongest MotoGP qualifying result ever. His lap of 1:30.812 was enough to beat Ai Ogura by just 0.011 seconds in an incredibly close session and marked Martin's first pole position since 2024. The - [FIA AND TEAMS DEBATE 2031 ENGINE FUTURE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-and-teams-debate-2031-engine-future/) - Formula 1 is already looking beyond the current engine rules, with early discussions taking place between the FIA and manufacturers about what the 2031 regulations could look like. The talks are still informal, but they are already revealing major differences in vision between the governing body and some teams. The FIA is reportedly pushing for - [RIVERA WINS F3 SPRINT AFTER FINAL-LAP DRAMA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/rivera-wins-f3-sprint-after-final-lap-drama/) - The Formula 3 Sprint Race was won by Ernesto Rivera after putting pressure on James Wharton for the whole race, Pedro Clerot finished second and Jin Nakamura in third, as both got to overtake the PREMA driver in the final corners. The race barely got underway before contact between Slater and Stromsted brought out the - [NOEL LEÓN CLAIMS HIS FIRST EVER POLE POSITION IN FORMULA 2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/noel-leon-claims-his-first-ever-pole-position-in-formula-2/) - Formula 2 qualifying got underway at the Red Bull Ring under very hot conditions. Temperatures were even higher than earlier in Free Practice, where Oliver Goethe had been the fastest driver for MP Motorsport. Alexander Dunne was one of the first drivers to make an impact. Despite a big lock-up at Turn 3 on his - [HIYU YAMAKOSHI BREAKS NAEL'S STREAK TO TAKE POLE IN F3](https://motorsportsclicks.com/hiyu-yamakoshi-breaks-naels-streak-to-take-pole-in-f3/) - Formula 3 qualifying in Spielberg started with drivers leaving the pit lane for their first flying laps after warm-up runs. Everyone was trying to get their tyres and brakes ready for the best possible lap, while also looking for clean air and a tow on the long straights. Théophile Naël arrived in strong form after - [ANTONELLI FASTEST IN AUSTRIA FP2 AS FERRARI STRUGGLES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-fastest-in-austria-fp2-as-ferrari-struggles/) - Kimi Antonelli was the fastest driver in Free Practice 2 in Austria, finishing ahead of both McLaren cars by around two tenths of a second. Oscar Piastri was second, with Lando Norris in third. Max Verstappen took fourth place, while George Russell had a quiet session and finished sixth. Ferrari did not look particularly competitive - [KIMI ANTONELLI LEADS FREE PRACTICE 1, VERSTAPPEN AND NORRIS FACE ISSUES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/kimi-antonelli-leads-free-practice-1-verstappen-and-norris-face-issues/) - The first practice session at the Red Bull Ring in Austria showed Mercedes starting the weekend in very strong form. The team from Brackley took a one-two finish in FP1, with Kimi Antonelli ahead of George Russell by only 40 thousandths of a second. It was a promising start for Mercedes, which is trying to - [OVERVIEW OF THE UPDATES FOR THE AUSTRIAN GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/overview-of-the-updates-for-the-austrian-grand-prix/) - For the Austrian Grand Prix, almost every team has brought small aerodynamic updates to improve either downforce, cooling, or efficiency, with most changes focused on airflow to the rear of the car. McLaren have made two small but useful changes. They updated the rear brake duct to improve airflow around the rear wheels and help - [FORMULA 2 ARRIVES IN AUSTRIA AS THE TITLE FIGHT INTENSIFIES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-arrives-in-austria-as-the-title-fight-intensifies/) - Formula 2 arrives in Austria this weekend for the next chapter of the season at the Red Bull Ring. The Spielberg circuit is one of the shortest and fastest tracks on the calendar, where every detail matters and small mistakes can have big consequences. After an exciting weekend in Barcelona, the championship moves into an - [FORMULA 3 HEADS TO SPIELBERG FOR MOST COMPETITIVE ROUND OF THE YEAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-3-heads-to-spielberg-for-most-competitive-round-of-the-year/) - Formula 3 arrives in Austria this weekend for the fourth round of the season at the Red Bull Ring. The Spielberg circuit is one of the shortest and fastest on the calendar, where the smallest mistake can make a huge difference. After an exciting weekend in Barcelona, the championship now enters a key part of - [RUSSELL ON POLE IN DRAMATIC BARCELONA QUALIFYING, HAMILTON JUST MISSES OUT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/russell-on-pole-in-dramatic-barcelona-qualifying-hamilton-just-misses-out/) - Qualifying at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya delivered a tense and unpredictable session, with George Russell taking pole position for Mercedes after a closely fought battle at the front. The Mercedes driver produced a strong final lap to secure first place, but the biggest story of the day was the extremely small gap to Lewis Hamilton, - [NAEL TAKES FIRST F3 WIN IN BARCELONA FEATURE RACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/nael-takes-first-f3-win-in-barcelona-feature-race/) - Théophile Nael delivered a mature and composed performance to claim his first FIA Formula 3 victory in the Barcelona Feature Race, holding off constant pressure from behind in a tightly fought race full of strategy, incidents, and track limits battles. Starting from pole position for Campos Racing, Nael made a clean getaway and immediately defended - [CÂMARA TAKES FIRST F2 WIN AS TSOLOV MOVES INTO CHAMPIONSHIP LEAD](https://motorsportsclicks.com/camara-takes-first-f2-win-as-tsolov-moves-into-championship-lead/) - Rafael Câmara secured his first victory in FIA Formula 2 after a perfectly managed race that rewarded strategy, tyre management, and late-race pace. The Invicta Racing driver extended his opening stint longer than any of his rivals and used the tyre advantage in the final phase to climb back through the field and claim a - [HAMILTON GIVES FERRARI DREAM WIN IN BARCELONA GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/hamilton-gives-ferrari-dream-win-in-barcelona-grand-prix/) - Ferrari celebrated a historic Sunday in Barcelona as Lewis Hamilton delivered his first victory for the team in dominant style at a hot and demanding Spanish Grand Prix. The British driver controlled the race from the front after a perfectly executed strategy, sealing a landmark win for Ferrari in the 2026 season. The race took - [ANTONELLI ESCAPES GRID PENALTY AFTER LATE TRACK LIMITS INFRINGEMENT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-escapes-grid-penalty-after-late-track-limits-infringement/) - Kimi Antonelli has received a five-second time penalty following the race for exceeding track limits during the event. Normally, a penalty of this type would carry over to the next Grand Prix in the form of a grid drop. However, in Antonelli’s case, that did not apply because of how the race unfolded. The Italian - [HÜLKENBERG FORCED TO RETIRE IN BARCELONA AFTER STRANGE DEBRIS INCIDENT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/hulkenberg-forced-to-retire-in-barcelona-after-strange-debris-incident/) - Nico Hülkenberg was forced to retire from the Barcelona Grand Prix after an unusual and extremely rare chain of events involving track debris caused critical damage to his car’s systems. The incident happened when Liam Lawson ran wide at Turn 11 and kicked up gravel onto the circuit while rejoining the track. Hülkenberg, who was - [TSOLOV LOSES PODIUM AFTER F2 FEATURE RACE PENALTY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/tsolov-loses-podium-after-f2-feature-race-penalty/) - Nikola Tsolov has been handed a post-race penalty after the Formula 2 Feature Race, losing his podium finish and a crucial chunk of points in the championship battle. The Bulgarian driver was judged to have completed an overtake on Gabriele Minì off the track during the race. After reviewing the incident, the stewards applied a - [FERRARI READY TO INTRODUCE NEW POWER UNIT UPDATE AHEAD OF AUSTRIA GP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ferrari-ready-to-introduce-new-power-unit-update-ahead-of-austria-gp/) - Ferrari is preparing to bring its first major upgrade of the 2026 season to the track, with a revised version of its power unit expected to debut at the Austrian Grand Prix, according to reports from AutoRacer. The new specification is currently awaiting final FIA homologation, which is expected in the coming days before the - [INDYCAR TO REDUCE HYBRID POWER OUTPUT FOR THE REST OF THE 2026 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indycar-to-reduce-hybrid-power-output-for-the-rest-of-the-2026-season/) - IndyCar has confirmed it will reduce hybrid power output by 10% to 25% across the remaining races of the 2026 season. The change is designed to improve reliability and reduce the risk of a possible shortage of hybrid components as the championship continues. The decision comes after several technical issues involving the new hybrid systems - [FORMULA 1 COULD RETURN TO V8 ENGINES BY 2030 AS FIA PUSHES FOR SIMPLER CARS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-could-return-to-v8-engines-by-2030-as-fia-pushes-for-simpler-cars/) - Formula 1 could be preparing for one of the biggest technical changes in modern motorsport history, with FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem confirming that a return to V8 engines has effectively already been decided for the future of the championship. Speaking to French publication AutoHebdo during the 24 Hours of Le Mans weekend, Ben Sulayem - [MERCEDES WITHDRAWS REVIEW REQUEST OVER GEORGE RUSSELL'S MONACO PENALTY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mercedes-withdraws-review-request-over-george-russells-monaco-penalty/) - Mercedes has officially withdrawn its request for a Right of Review regarding George Russell's penalty from the Monaco Grand Prix, bringing an end to one of the most controversial stories of the 2026 Formula 1 season so far. Russell's troubles began after he was penalised for speeding in the pit lane, one of several drivers - [TRACKSIDE – FORMULA REGIONAL EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP, MONZA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/trackside-formula-regional-european-championship-monza/) - The Formula Regional European Championship weekend at Monza began with a collective test on Thursday evening, topped by Rodin Motorsports’ Reza Seewooruthun, who set a lap time of 1:45.588. Race winner from the previous round at Spa, Alexandre Munoz, finished second for ART Grand Prix, while MP Motorsport’s Alex Abkhazava completed the top three. Ahead - [DENNIS LEADS ANDRETTI ONE-TWO IN CHAOTIC SANYA E-PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/dennis-leads-andretti-one-two-in-chaotic-sanya-e-prix/) - Jake Dennis delivered a controlled and strategic drive to win the Shanghai E-Prix, leading an Andretti one-two finish ahead of teammate Felipe Drugovich after a race filled with constant lead changes, energy management battles, safety interventions, and late drama. The result capped off a strong weekend for the Andretti team after locking out the front - [JAKE DENNIS TAKES POLE IN SANYA AS ANDRETTI LOCKS OUT FRONT ROW](https://motorsportsclicks.com/jake-dennis-takes-pole-in-sanya-as-andretti-locks-out-front-row/) - Formula E’s return to Sanya delivered a dramatic qualifying session, ending with Jake Dennis taking pole position ahead of Andretti teammate Felipe Drugovich, securing the team’s first-ever front row lockout in the championship. The British driver produced a final lap of 1m05.502 to secure top spot, finishing comfortably ahead after a costly mistake from Drugovich - [AI OGURA TAKES MAIDEN MOTOGP POLE AT THE CZECH GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ai-ogura-takes-maiden-motogp-pole-at-the-czech-grand-prix/) - Ai Ogura delivered a breakthrough performance in qualifying at the Czech Grand Prix in Brno, taking his first-ever MotoGP pole position after a record-breaking lap that left the field just behind him. The Japanese rider for the SuperFile Trackhouse MotoGP Team set a time of 1:51.139, finishing more than two tenths clear of Fabio Di - [ALEX MÁRQUEZ OUT OF CZECH GP TO FOCUS ON RECOVERY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alex-marquez-out-of-czech-gp-to-focus-on-recovery/) - Alex Márquez will not take part in the remainder of the MotoGP Czech Grand Prix in Brno after deciding to step away from the event due to ongoing physical pain following his heavy crash in Barcelona. The Spanish rider has been dealing with discomfort since the incident and, after further assessment, both the rider and - [BAGNAIA WINS BRNO SPRINT AFTER INTENSE FIGHTS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bagnaia-wins-brno-sprint-after-intense-fights/) - Francesco Bagnaia delivered a strong Sprint Race victory at the Brno Circuit during the Grand Prix of Czechia, taking control early and holding off heavy pressure all the way to the finish. Starting from pole position, Ai Ogura had to settle for second place by just two tenths of a second, while Marc Márquez completed - [MERCEDES FINDS CAUSE OF RUSSELL AND ANTONELLI RETIREMENTS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mercedes-finds-cause-of-russell-and-antonelli-retirements/) - Mercedes has finally identified the cause behind the retirements of George Russell in Canada and Kimi Antonelli in Spain, after several days of internal investigation following both incidents. The team had been struggling to understand a recurring reliability problem that appeared under specific high-temperature conditions during recent races. According to team sources, the issue is - [MARCO BEZZECCHI BANNED FROM CZECH GP AFTER INCIDENT WITH MARSHAL](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marco-bezzecchi-banned-from-czech-gp-after-incident-with-marshal/) - Marco Bezzecchi has been banned from taking part in the MotoGP Czech Grand Prix in Brno after a controversial incident during the Sprint Race. The incident happened after Bezzecchi went down in the Sprint. As he returned to the crash site, marshals were already working to recover his Aprilia bike from the gravel. During the - [MARC MÁRQUEZ WINS THRILLING CZECH GP IN BRNO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marc-marquez-wins-thrilling-czech-gp-in-brno/) - Marc Márquez produced a statement victory at the Grand Prix of Czechia, taking control of the race in the closing stages to secure another crucial win in the 2026 MotoGP title battle. The result significantly reduces the gap in the championship, with the seven-time World Champion now only 40 points behind absent leader Marco Bezzecchi - [CHRISTIAN LUNDGAARD WINS CRAZY RACE AT ROAD AMERICA FROM LAST TO FIRST](https://motorsportsclicks.com/christian-lundgaard-wins-crazy-race-at-road-america-from-last-to-first/) - Christian Lundgaard delivered one of the most remarkable comebacks by winning the Grand Prix at Road America after starting the race from 13th position, but ending lap 1 in last. The Danish driver for Arrow McLaren overcame early damage and multiple cautions to secure his third career IndyCar victory and his second win of the - [MARC MÁRQUEZ EXTENDS DUCATI CONTRACT UNTIL THE END OF 2028](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marc-marquez-extends-ducati-contract-until-the-end-of-2028/) - Marc Márquez has officially renewed his contract with the Ducati Lenovo Team, confirming that the eight-time world champion will remain with the factory Ducati squad until the end of the 2028 MotoGP season. The agreement ends speculation about his future and keeps him at the centre of Ducati’s long-term plans. The extension comes at a - [FORMULA E CONFIRMS 2026/27 CALENDAR WITH NEW VENUES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-confirms-2026-27-calendar-with-new-venues/) - Formula E has officially revealed its calendar for the 2026/27 season, which will become the biggest season in the championship’s history. The new schedule includes 21 races across 13 cities around the world and marks the beginning of the new GEN4 era of fully electric single-seater racing. One of the biggest changes for the upcoming - [COLOMBIAN SALIM HANNA CONFIRMED FOR F3 DEBUT IN AUSTRIA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/colombian-salim-hanna-confirmed-for-f3-debut-in-austria/) - Colombian driver Salim Hanna is set to make his FIA Formula 3 debut this weekend at the Austrian Grand Prix, stepping in for the injured Brad Benavides at AIX Racing. The change comes as the team is forced to adjust its driver lineup following Benavides’ ongoing recovery from injury sustained earlier in the season. Hanna - [MCLAREN PREPARES “MACARENA” WING TEST IN AUSTRIA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mclaren-prepares-macarena-wing-test-in-austria/) - McLaren is set to trial a new aerodynamic upgrade during the Austrian Grand Prix weekend, with reports confirming that the team will evaluate a so-called “Macarena” wing during Free Practice 1 and 2 at the Red Bull Ring. The design is expected to be tested on Friday before potentially appearing later in the season as - [LEWIS HAMILTON RAISES CONCERNS OVER COSTS IN MOTORSPORT AND CALLS FOR CHANGE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lewis-hamilton-raises-concerns-over-costs-in-motorsport-and-calls-for-change/) - Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has spoken out strongly about the rising costs in motorsport, warning that the current system is making it increasingly difficult for drivers from ordinary backgrounds to reach the highest level of racing. Hamilton argued that the financial demands of junior racing categories have grown so high that talent - [BREAKING: PEDRO ACOSTA CONFIRMED AS FACTORY DUCATI RIDER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/breaking-pedro-acosta-confirmed-as-factory-ducati-rider/) - One of the biggest rider market stories in recent MotoGP history is finally official. Pedro Acosta will join the Ducati Lenovo Team for the 2027 MotoGP season, partnering Marc Márquez in an all-Spanish factory lineup that could define the sport's next era. The announcement comes shortly after Ducati confirmed that Marc Márquez will remain with - [FP1 DRIVER SWAPS CONFIRMED FOR THE AUSTRIAN GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fp1-driver-swaps-confirmed-for-the-austrian-grand-prix/) - Formula 1 teams will once again hand valuable track time to young drivers during Free Practice 1 at the Austrian Grand Prix. Under current regulations, every Formula 1 team must run rookie drivers in four practice sessions throughout the year, twice per car. The Red Bull Ring will host one of the biggest rookie appearances - [FORMULA 1 COULD LOSE ABU DHABI AND QATAR IN 2026 AS MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT CONTINUES TO IMPACT MOTORSPORT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-could-lose-abu-dhabi-and-qatar-in-2026-as-middle-east-conflict-continues-to-impact-motorsport/) - The growing instability in the Middle East is creating serious concerns across the motorsport world, and Formula 1 could be the next major championship affected. While the 2026 F1 calendar still includes the Qatar Grand Prix at the Lusail International Circuit and the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit, increasing tensions - [BREAKING: PECCO BAGNAIA OFFICIALLY JOINS APRILIA WITH A MULTI-YEAR CONTRACT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/breaking-pecco-bagnaia-officially-joins-aprilia-with-a-multi-year-contract/) - One of the biggest rider transfers in recent MotoGP history is now official. Two-time MotoGP world champion Francesco Bagnaia will leave Ducati at the end of the 2026 season and join Aprilia Racing as a factory rider for the 2027 and 2028 MotoGP seasons. The Italian star will partner fellow Italian Marco Bezzecchi in what - [FORMULA 1 ARRIVES AT THE RED BULL RING FOR THE AUSTRIAN GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-arrives-at-the-red-bull-ring-for-the-austrian-grand-prix/) - Formula 1 heads to the Red Bull Ring for the Austrian Grand Prix, a race that could mark the beginning of a new championship battle. Ferrari's victory in Spain ended Mercedes’ long winning streak and gave the Italian team a huge boost in confidence. Lewis Hamilton claimed his first race win as a Ferrari driver, - [FORMULA REGIONAL EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP HEADS TO MONZA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-regional-european-championship-heads-to-monza/) - The Formula Regional European Championship reaches the halfway point of its season this weekend at Monza, with a closely fought title battle continuing to take shape. The introduction of the new Tatuus T-326 chassis has contributed to closer racing and a wider variety of winners, with multiple drivers taking their first victories in the series. - [MOTOGP RETURNS TO BRNO AS ALEX MARQUEZ IS BACK TO ACTION](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-returns-to-brno-as-alex-marquez-is-back-to-action/) - MotoGP heads to Brno for Round 9 of the 2026 season, with Marc Marquez arriving as the rider everyone is watching. After returning to winning form at Balaton, where he fought off a strong challenge from Pedro Acosta, the Ducati rider showed once again why he remains one of the favorites for the championship. Marquez - [FORMULA E HEADS TO SANYA AND KICKS OFF CHINESE SWING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-heads-to-sanya-and-kicks-off-chinese-swing/) - The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship returns after a two-week break following the Monaco E-Prix. The championship now heads to China for a month-long stay, with the next three rounds taking place in Asia's largest country. The Sanya E-Prix returns this weekend for the first time since March 2019, during Season 5. After Sanya, - [WHARTON TAKES VICTORY IN ACTION-PACKED F3 SPRINT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/wharton-takes-victory-in-action-packed-f3-sprint/) - James Wharton claimed his second Formula 3 Sprint Race victory after a race full of overtakes, penalties, safety cars, and championship drama. Pole-sitter Gerrard Xie made a strong start and kept the lead when the race began, while Wharton and Freddie Slater fought for second place. Slater briefly moved ahead of Wharton before the Australian - [BMW CLAIM HISTORIC LE MANS POLE AFTER AITKEN PENALTY SHOCK](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bmw-claim-historic-le-mans-pole-after-aitken-penalty-shock/) - The qualifying session for the 94th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans ended in dramatic fashion after a major penalty reshaped the Hyperpole 2 classification and changed the pole position, that went to BMW. Jack Aitken initially looked set to secure pole position for Cadillac Jota after setting the fastest lap in Hyperpole - [ALPINE LEADS QUALIFYING ONE FOR THE 24 HOURS OF LE MANS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alpine-leads-qualifying-one-for-the-24-hours-of-le-mans/) - The opening qualifying session of the 94th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans delivered a major surprise, as Ferdinand Habsburg put the Alpine #35 at the top of the Hypercar timesheets. The Austrian driver set a 3:23.135 in the closing stages of the session, securing first place by a very small margin over - [FERRARI LEADS FP1 AT MONACO WITH HOME HERO LECLERC](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ferrari-leads-fp1-at-monaco-with-home-hero-leclerc/) - The 2026 Monaco Grand Prix opened the European leg of the season with a strong start for Ferrari, as the team immediately set the pace in the first free practice session. Charles Leclerc impressed on home soil, finishing fastest and leading a Ferrari one-two with Lewis Hamilton in second place. Max Verstappen completed the top - [FERRARI LEAD MONACO FP2 AS HAMILTON OUTPACE LECLERC IN STRONG SHOWING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ferrari-lead-monaco-fp2-as-hamilton-outpace-leclerc-in-strong-showing/) - Ferrari ended the second free practice session in Monaco at the top of the timesheets, confirming strong early weekend form with Lewis Hamilton setting the fastest lap ahead of Charles Leclerc. The British driver impressed with a time of 1:13.026, just over a tenth quicker than his teammate, underlining his growing confidence at the wheel - [ANTONELLI LEADS FINAL MONACO PRACTICE AS FERRARI AND MERCEDES FIGHT AT THE FRONT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-leads-final-monaco-practice-as-ferrari-and-mercedes-fight-at-the-front/) - The final practice session in Monaco ahead of qualifying saw Mercedes and Ferrari emerge as the main reference points once again, with Kimi Antonelli finishing fastest in FP3. The Mercedes driver set the benchmark ahead of Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton, with the Ferrari duo finishing roughly three tenths behind. Mercedes showed clear improvement compared - [ANTONELLI TAKES MONACO POLE IN THRILLING QUALIFYING BATTLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-takes-monaco-pole-in-thrilling-qualifying-battle/) - Kimi Antonelli continues to impress in just his sixth Formula 1 race weekend, taking a stunning pole position at the Monaco Grand Prix. The Mercedes driver beat Max Verstappen by only 43 milliseconds in a tightly fought qualifying session on the streets of Monte Carlo. Ferrari will start from the second row after Lewis Hamilton - [ANTONELLI DOMINATES CHAOTIC MONACO GP FOR FIFTH STRAIGHT WIN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-dominates-chaotic-monaco-gp-for-fifth-straight-win/) - Kimi Antonelli delivered a dominant performance to win a chaotic 2026 Monaco Grand Prix, taking his fifth consecutive Formula 1 victory and strengthening his grip on the championship lead. The young Italian controlled the race from start to finish, overcoming multiple safety cars, penalties, and retirements around him to secure another commanding win. The result - [NEWGARDEN WINS CHAOTIC BOMMARITO 500](https://motorsportsclicks.com/newgarden-wins-chaotic-bommarito-500/) - The 2026 IndyCar Bommarito 500 at World Wide Technology Raceway turned into a dramatic and unpredictable endurance battle, shaped by rain interruptions, caution periods, and extreme strategic decisions over more than three hours of racing. Josef Newgarden emerged victorious after a commanding drive for Team Penske, marking a significant comeback following his recent injury concerns - [ISOTTA FRASCHINI HYPERCAR PROJECT SET FOR REVIVAL UNDER HIGH CLASS RACING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/isotta-fraschini-hypercar-project-set-for-revival-under-high-class-racing/) - High Class Racing has announced plans to reactivate development of the Isotta Fraschini Tipo 6 LMH, marking a potential return for the Italian Hypercar project that competed in the FIA World Endurance Championship in 2024. The Danish team intends to continue work on the car with the aim of bringing it back to competitive racing - [ESCOTTO STEPS IN FOR INJURED BENAVIDES IN BARCELONA F3 ROUND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/escotto-steps-in-for-injured-benavides-in-barcelona-f3-round/) - Ricardo Escotto will step in for Brad Benavides in Formula 3 this weekend in Barcelona, after the AIX driver was ruled out due to injury sustained in Monaco. Benavides suffered fractures to three vertebrae following his accident at the Hairpin during the Sprint Race in Monaco. As a result, he will miss the Spanish round - [RED BULL IS UNHAPPY WITH FIRST ADUO FIGURES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/red-bull-is-unhappy-with-first-aduo-figures/) - Tensions are rising in the Formula 1 paddock after reports that Red Bull has strongly objected to the FIA’s initial ADUO assessment process, leading to a delay in the release of the latest performance figures. According to paddock sources, the controversy began when it emerged that the FIA had been evaluating performance using only the - [SEVEN ROOKIE DRIVERS TO TAKE PART IN BARCELONA FP1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/seven-rookie-drivers-to-take-part-in-barcelona-fp1/) - Seven driver changes will take place during Free Practice 1 at the Barcelona Grand Prix weekend, as Formula 1 teams continue to fulfil their mandatory rookie running requirements. Several young drivers and reserve talents will step into race seats for the opening session, replacing full-time drivers across the grid in a wide range of teams. - [FIA AND TEAMS AGREE ON EVOLVING POWER SPLIT FOR FUTURE F1 ENGINES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-and-teams-agree-on-evolving-power-split-for-future-f1-engines/) - The FIA and Formula 1 teams have agreed on a new direction for the power split of future Formula 1 engines, defining how much performance will come from the internal combustion engine and how much will come from electric energy systems in the coming years. Under the agreement, the internal combustion engine will account for - [LMGT3 POLE CONTENDER AT LE MANS DISQUALIFIED FROM QUALIFYING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lmgt3-pole-contender-at-le-mans-disqualified-from-qualifying/) - The LMGT3 qualifying session at the 24 Hours of Le Mans has taken a dramatic turn after the car that originally topped the Q1 timesheets was disqualified due to a technical infringement. The Racing Team Turkey by TF Sport #34, which had set the fastest time in Q1 with Peter Dempsey, was found to have - [FIA TO REVIEW ADUO FIGURES AFTER RED BULL'S REQUEST](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-to-review-aduo-figures-after-red-bulls-request/) - The FIA has confirmed it will review the ADUO values following a formal request for clarification from Red Bull, reopening discussions around how performance balance is calculated under the current proposal. According to the issue raised, the federation is currently focusing only on the internal combustion engine when assessing power unit performance. This approach would, - [PIRELLI TO REMAIN FORMULA 1’S EXCLUSIVE TYRE SUPPLIER THROUGH 2028](https://motorsportsclicks.com/pirelli-to-remain-formula-1s-exclusive-tyre-supplier-through-2028/) - Formula 1 has officially announced that Pirelli will remain the exclusive tyre supplier for the FIA Formula 1 World Championship through the end of the 2028 season. The agreement extends Pirelli's long-standing partnership with Formula 1 and ensures that every team on the grid will continue to use Pirelli tyres during the upcoming generation of - [CADILLAC JOTA STRIPPED OF LE MANS POLE: BMW ON TOP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/cadillac-jota-stripped-of-le-mans-pole-bmw-on-top/) - Cadillac JOTA has lost its Hypercar pole position for the 24 Hours of Le Mans after race officials found that the #38 car entered the Fast Lane before the permitted time ahead of Hyperpole 2. The penalty came just moments before the decisive Hyperpole session and resulted in the #38 Cadillac being moved to the - [2027 WEC CALENDAR IS REVEALED WITH SILVERSTONE RETURN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/2027-wec-calendar-is-revealed-with-silverstone-return/) - The FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) will expand to nine rounds in 2027, marking the first time in a decade that the series has featured such a large calendar. The new season reflects the continued growth of the championship, which is seeing record manufacturer involvement and rising global popularity. The 2027 season will begin with - [GASLY REINSTATED TO MONACO PODIUM AFTER PENALTY REVERSAL](https://motorsportsclicks.com/gasly-reinstated-to-monaco-podium-after-penalty-reversal/) - Pierre Gasly has been reinstated to third place in the Monaco Grand Prix after a post-race review overturned the two five-second penalties that had originally dropped him down the order. The French driver is now officially back on the podium, with Isack Hadjar moved to fourth place. The Monaco race itself had already been one - [NAEL TAKES THIRD STRAIGHT POLE IN TIGHT BARCELONA QUALIFYING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/nael-takes-third-straight-pole-in-tight-barcelona-qualifying/) - Théophile Nael secured his third consecutive Aramco Pole Position of the season in Barcelona, continuing a strong start to the year for Campos Racing. He set a fastest lap of 1:28.263, which was enough to beat his teammate Ugo Ugochukwu by just 0.039 seconds in a very close qualifying session. At the start of qualifying, - [CÂMARA TAKES BACK-TO-BACK POLE IN FORMULA 2 WITH INVICTA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/camara-takes-back-to-back-pole-in-formula-2-with-invicta/) - Rafael Câmara secured pole position in qualifying at Barcelona, making it two consecutive Aramco Pole Positions. He led an Invicta Racing one-two, with his best lap of 1:24.810 putting him ahead of teammate Duerksen. Qualifying began with Alexander Dunne setting the early pace for Rodin Motorsport with a 1:25.528. His time was quickly beaten as - [GENESIS UNVEILS MAGMA GT3 CONCEPT FOR FUTURE GT PLANS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/genesis-unveils-magma-gt3-concept-for-future-gt-plans/) - Genesis has taken a new step in its motorsport plans by revealing the Magma GT3 Concept during Le Mans week. The presentation adds more attention to the brand’s growing interest in endurance racing and shows that it may be aiming for a bigger role in the future. The Magma GT3 Concept is presented as a - [FORD COMPLETES HYPERCAR LINE-UP FOR WEC RETURN IN 2027](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ford-completes-hypercar-line-up-for-wec-return-in-2027/) - Ford's return to the top class of endurance racing is taking shape as the American manufacturer has now completed its driver lineup for the 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship Hypercar program. The project will see Ford enter two factory cars with one clear goal: fighting for overall victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. - [NORRIS LEADS FP2 AT BARCELONA WITH INTERESTING PACE FROM MCLAREN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/norris-leads-fp2-at-barcelona-with-interesting-pace-from-mclaren/) - The second practice session of the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix ended with Lando Norris setting the fastest time for McLaren. George Russell finished just nine thousandths of a second behind, while Oscar Piastri was only a few hundredths further back. Charles Leclerc was fourth, almost four tenths off the pace, but Ferrari showed encouraging - [RUSSELL LEADS OPENING CATALUNYA GP PRACTICE AS ROOKIES IMPRESS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/russell-leads-opening-catalunya-gp-practice-as-rookies-impress/) - The Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix weekend began with a sunny first practice session led by George Russell at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. Several young drivers took part in the session as teams completed their mandatory rookie driver runs. Despite the new faces on track, the main teams quickly showed their strength, with Mercedes looking - [FORMULA 1 HEADS TO BARCELONA FOR AN IMPORTANT WEEKEND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-heads-to-barcelona-for-an-important-weekend/) - Formula 1 returns to action in Barcelona after the Monaco Grand Prix. The race will take place at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in Montmeló, a track that is very important for teams because it helps them understand the strengths and weaknesses of their cars. From this season, the event is no longer called the Spanish - [FORMULA 1 EXTENDS LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX DEAL UNTIL 2037](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-extends-las-vegas-grand-prix-deal-until-2037/) - Formula 1 has announced a new long-term agreement that will keep the Las Vegas Grand Prix on the Formula 1 calendar until the end of the 2037 season. The extension confirms the race's importance as one of the sport’s biggest events in the United States and strengthens Formula 1’s presence in the country. Since returning - [BREAKING: F3 SPRINT WIN STRIPPED FROM YAMAKOSHI AFTER TECHNICAL BREACH](https://motorsportsclicks.com/breaking-f3-sprint-win-stripped-from-yamakoshi-after-technical-breach/) - A dramatic decision in Formula 3 has seen Hiyu Yamakoshi disqualified from the Sprint Race after the FIA found a technical breach involving the installation of suspension components. All drivers behind move up in the final classification. The issue came from the front suspension system of the Van Amersfoort car. During post-race checks, FIA Technical - [ALONSO AND ASTON MARTIN SCORE THEIR FIRST POINT OF 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alonso-and-aston-martin-score-their-first-point-of-2026/) - Fernando Alonso finished the Monaco Grand Prix in 11th place on track, just outside the points positions. However, the final classification changed after a penalty was applied to another driver following the race. Sergio Perez received a 10-second time penalty for an infringement during the race restart. The FIA stewards ruled that his car was - [HAMILTON HAS NOT USED BREMBO BRAKES SINCE SUZUKA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/hamilton-has-not-used-brembo-brakes-since-suzuka/) - Reports circulating in Italian media have suggested a change in Ferrari’s brakes supplier for Lewis Hamilton. According to claims attributed to AutoRacer.it, Hamilton used a Carbon Industrie brake package on his Ferrari car during the 2025–2026 development cycle. The reports say this could have started as early as a race weekend in Suzuka, with the - [CONTROVERSIAL ADUO FIGURES ARE REVEALED FOR 2026 F1 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/controversial-aduo-figures-are-revealed-for-2026-f1-season/) - The FIA has released the first ADUO performance figures for Formula 1's new generation of power units, and the results have surprised much of the paddock. While many expected Mercedes to emerge as the benchmark under the 2026 regulations, the data places Red Bull Powertrains at the top of the rankings for Internal Combustion Engine - [FERRARI SET TO REQUEST ABOLITION OF ADUO SYSTEM](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ferrari-set-to-request-abolition-of-aduo-system/) - Ferrari is reportedly set to call for Formula 1’s new ADUO system to be either abolished or significantly modified after the FIA published the first performance assessments of the 2026 power unit manufacturers, reports The Race. When the ADUO regulations were introduced, most teams expected Mercedes to set the benchmark for engine performance under Formula - [FORMULA 1 AT MONACO: WHAT SHOULD WE LOOK FOR THIS WEEKEND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-at-monaco-what-should-we-look-for-this-weekend/) - Formula 1 arrives in Europe for the first European race of the 2026 season, the Monaco Grand Prix. The famous street circuit in Monte Carlo is one of the most iconic venues in motorsport and remains one of the most challenging races on the calendar. The weekend will follow the traditional format with three practice - [FORMULA 3 RETURNS TO MONACO FOR A CRUCIAL SECOND ROUND OF THE SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-3-returns-to-monaco-for-a-crucial-second-round-of-the-season/) - Formula 3 finally returns to action this weekend in the streets of Monaco, more than two months after the opening round of the 2026 season in Australia. The championship resumes on one of the most iconic and demanding circuits in motorsport, where precision and confidence are essential and even the smallest mistake can end a - [FORMULA 2 HEADS TO MONACO FOR THE FIRST EUROPEAN ROUND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-heads-to-monaco-for-the-first-european-round/) - Formula 2 heads to the streets of Monaco this weekend for one of the most demanding and prestigious rounds of the 2026 season. After an exceptional weekend in Canada, the championship now moves to the tight and unforgiving circuit of Monte Carlo, where even the smallest mistake can have immediate consequences. The European leg of - [NEW F1 ENGINE COMPRESSION RATIO MEASUREMENT STARTS TODAY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/new-f1-engine-compression-ratio-measurement-starts-today/) - Starting today, Formula 1 is using a new method to measure engine compression ratios, and the change could matter most for Mercedes-powered cars. Until now, the FIA checked the engine only at room temperature, meaning a power unit had to respect the 16:1 compression-ratio limit when it was cold and static. The problem is that - [ABBI PULLING MAKES HISTORY WITH SPA WIN IN GB3](https://motorsportsclicks.com/abbi-pulling-makes-history-with-spa-win-in-gb3/) - Abbi Pulling made history at Spa-Francorchamps with a landmark win in Race 1 of the GB3 Championship. The British driver converted pole position into victory and became the first woman to win a race in GB3. It was already a historic weekend before the race even started. On Friday, Pulling took her first GB3 pole - [ITALY LEADS FORMULA 1 AND MOTOGP AGAIN WITH ANTONELLI AND BEZZECCHI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/italy-leads-formula-1-and-motogp-again-with-antonelli-and-bezzecchi/) - Italy has a rare reason to celebrate in world motorsport. For the first time since 1952, an Italian is leading both the Formula 1 and MotoGP championships at the same time, with Kimi Antonelli and Marco Bezzecchi respectively. In Formula 1, Kimi Antonelli has become one of the biggest stories of the 2026 season. In - [PALOU WINS CHAOTIC DETROIT GRAND PRIX FROM POLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/palou-wins-chaotic-detroit-grand-prix-from-pole/) - Alex Palou won the Detroit Grand Prix from pole position, but this was far from a simple victory. The 100-lap street race had contact, crashes, strategy changes, angry moments and several cautions that kept the result open until the final laps. Palou started from the front and finished first, but the race was much harder - [PALOU TAKES THIRD CONSECUTIVE POLE IN DETROIT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/palou-takes-third-consecutive-pole-in-detroit/) - Alex Palou continued his strong season by taking pole position for the Detroit Grand Prix. It was his third pole in a row this season and the 16th pole of his IndyCar career. Palou was the only driver to reach the 1:01s on the 1.7-mile street circuit. His lap of 1:01.901 put him at the - [KIRKWOOD AND PALOU LEAD DETROIT PRACTICE BATTLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/kirkwood-and-palou-lead-detroit-practice-battle/) - Kyle Kirkwood and Alex Palou were the main names to watch during practice for the Detroit Grand Prix. On Friday, Palou ended the opening day as the fastest driver overall, but Kirkwood was extremely close behind. The gap between them was tiny. Palou set a lap of 1:02.772, while Kirkwood followed with a 1:02.791. That - [BEZZECCHI WINS DREAM HOME RACE AT MUGELLO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bezzecchi-wins-dream-home-race-at-mugello/) - Marco Bezzecchi delivered one of the best rides of his MotoGP career with a brilliant win at Mugello. The Italian rider won at home, in front of a huge crowd, after a calm and controlled performance from start to finish. It was a special day for Bezzecchi and for the Italian fans. He started from - [FERNANDEZ WINS MUGELLO SPRINT AFTER HOLDING OFF MARTIN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fernandez-wins-mugello-sprint-after-holding-off-martin/) - Raul Fernandez took a brilliant Sprint win at Mugello after holding off Jorge Martin in the final laps. The Spaniard stayed calm under pressure and crossed the line 1.2 seconds ahead, taking a strong victory on Saturday afternoon. Martin finished second after chasing Fernandez for most of the race. Fabio Di Giannantonio completed the podium - [BEZZECCHI TAKES POLE WITH A RECORD LAP AT MUGELLO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bezzecchi-takes-pole-with-a-record-lap-at-mugello/) - Marco Bezzecchi delivered a brilliant qualifying performance at Mugello and took pole position with a new lap record. The Championship leader became the first rider to lap the famous Italian circuit in the 1:43s, setting a stunning time of 1:43.921. It was Bezzecchi’s first pole position since Buriram, and it came at the perfect time - [DI GIANNANTONIO LEADS A STRONG ITALIAN FRIDAY AT MUGELLO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/di-giannantonio-leads-a-strong-italian-friday-at-mugello/) - Fabio Di Giannantonio made a perfect start to the MotoGP weekend at Mugello. He was fastest in FP1 and then repeated the result in FP2, ending Friday as the rider to beat at home. The day began with a damp track after earlier rain, but conditions improved and all riders were able to use slick - [FREC: SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS TO CLOSE FIRST BACK-TO-BACK OF THE SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/frec-spa-francorchamps-to-close-first-back-to-back-of-the-season/) - The Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) heads to Spa-Francorchamps this weekend for the third round of the season. After Zandvoort, the championship continues its back-to-back at one of the most iconic track in the world. A weekend dominated by Wheldon at Zandvoort The Zandvoort weekend confirmed one thing: Sebastian Wheldon is the man in form - [INDYCAR HEADS TO THE STREETS OF DETROIT AFTER THE INDY500](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indycar-heads-to-the-streets-of-detroit-after-the-indy500/) - The IndyCar season continues immediately after the incredible 110th running of the Indianapolis 500, as teams and drivers now prepare for the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix. The Michigan city, famous for its deep connection to the car industry, will host another key round in a championship that is already producing many surprises. The event takes - [MOTOGP TRANSFER RUMOUR ROUND-UP FOR THE 2027 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-transfer-rumour-round-up-for-the-2027-season/) - With the start of MotoGP’s European leg, the battle for the remaining seats on the 2027 grid is beginning to intensify. As contract negotiations heat up, several key moves are starting to take shape across the paddock. VR46 At the moment, VR46’s second seat alongside Fermin Aldeguer appears to be a straight shootout between Honda - [MOTOGP RETURNS TO MUGELLO FOR ROUND SEVEN OF 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-returns-to-mugello-for-round-seven-of-2026/) - The MotoGP championship arrives at Mugello this weekend for the seventh round of the 2026 season. The famous Italian circuit, set in the Tuscan hills, is ready to welcome one of the most exciting races of the year. This Italian Grand Prix feels even more important because Aprilia and Ducati are fighting at the front - [LUCA DI MONTEZEMOLO SLAMS FERRARI’S NEW LUCE EV](https://motorsportsclicks.com/luca-di-montezemolo-slams-ferraris-new-luce-ev/) - Former Ferrari chairman Luca di Montezemolo has strongly criticised the new Ferrari Luce, the brand’s first fully electric car and its first five-seat model. The Luce is a major change for Ferrari. It is a four-door, five-seat electric car priced at around €550,000, and its design has already created a strong reaction from fans, critics - [MCLAREN HYPERCAR CONTINUES TESTING AT IMOLA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mclaren-hypercar-continues-testing-at-imola/) - McLaren has continued development of its new MCL-HY Hypercar with a private test at Imola, as preparations grow for the brand’s 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship debut. The test comes after the car’s first shakedown at Varano de Melegari earlier this month. McLaren’s Hypercar programme is now moving into a more serious development phase, with - [ROSS BRAWN JOINS PRAMAC RACING IN MOTOGP ROLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ross-brawn-joins-pramac-racing-in-motogp-role/) - Ross Brawn is back in top-level motorsport after Pramac Racing announced that he has joined its Board of Directors. The former Formula 1 boss will work as a strategic advisor to Pramac owner and team principal Paolo Campinoti, bringing decades of experience from F1 into the MotoGP paddock. Brawn is one of the most respected - [MARC MÁRQUEZ SET FOR MUGELLO RETURN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marc-marquez-set-for-mugello-return/) - Marc Márquez is set to return to MotoGP action at this weekend’s Italian Grand Prix at Mugello after missing the last two rounds through injury. Ducati confirmed that Márquez will travel to Mugello following a positive medical check. However, he still needs to pass one final mandatory trackside assessment on Thursday before being officially declared - [ROSENQVIST WINS INDY 500 IN HISTORIC PHOTO FINISH](https://motorsportsclicks.com/rosenqvist-wins-indy-500-in-historic-photo-finish/) - Felix Rosenqvist won the 110th Indianapolis 500 after one of the most dramatic finishes in the history of the race. The Swedish driver beat David Malukas by just 0.0233 seconds, making it the closest finish ever at the Indy 500. The race started with Alex Palou and Alexander Rossi fighting hard at the front. They - [VERSTAPPEN WARNS F1 OVER 2027 RULE CHANGES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-warns-f1-over-2027-rule-changes/) - Max Verstappen has sent another clear warning to Formula 1 over the planned 2027 power unit changes. The Red Bull driver is unhappy with the current direction of the rules and says the sport must improve the balance between combustion power and electric energy. The main debate is around a possible 60/40 power split for - [FERRARI TARGETS NEW ENGINE DEBUT IN AUSTRIA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ferrari-targets-new-engine-debut-in-austria/) - Ferrari is reportedly planning to introduce its new engine package at the Austrian Grand Prix, as the team looks to give Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc a more complete car. According to Canal+ commentator Julien Fébreau, the Scuderia is aiming to bring the new power unit to Spielberg, which could be one of its most - [DUNNE AND CÂMARA HIT WITH CANADA GRID PENALTIES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/dunne-and-camara-hit-with-canada-grid-penalties/) - Alexander Dunne and Rafael Câmara have both received three-place grid penalties for the Formula 2 races in Canada after separate impeding incidents during qualifying. Dunne was penalized for impeding Rafael Villagómez during the session. The Rodin Motorsport driver drops from P3 to P6 for the Feature Race start, and from P8 to P11 on the - [HAMILTON DISMISSES RETIREMENT TALK AHEAD OF CANADIAN GP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/hamilton-dismisses-retirement-talk-ahead-of-canadian-gp/) - Lewis Hamilton has made it clear that retirement is not on his mind as he looks ahead to the next stage of his Formula 1 career. Speaking during Thursday’s press conference ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix, Hamilton responded to people suggesting that his time in the sport could be coming to an end. The - [RED BULL BRINGS GINO ROSATO BACK TO FORMULA 1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/red-bull-brings-gino-rosato-back-to-formula-1/) - Red Bull Racing has reportedly signed former Ferrari figure Gino Rosato as a consultant, bringing him back into the Formula 1 paddock. The move is seen as part of Red Bull’s effort to strengthen its off-track structure during a period of change inside the team. Rosato spent almost three decades at Ferrari, from the mid-1990s - [KYLE BUSCH DIES AGED 41 AFTER SUDDEN ILLNESS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/kyle-busch-dies-aged-41-after-sudden-illness/) - Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch has died at the age of 41 after being hospitalized with a severe illness. His passing was announced in a joint statement from the Busch family, Richard Childress Racing and NASCAR. Busch had been set to miss the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte after his family said he was - [MERCEDES PREPARES CANADA UPGRADES TO IMPROVE RACE STARTS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mercedes-prepares-canada-upgrades-to-improve-race-starts/) - Mercedes is set to bring a major upgrade package to the Canadian Grand Prix as it tries to respond to McLaren’s recent progress. The W17 is expected to receive updates to several key areas, including the front wing, floor and bodywork. These changes are aimed at improving overall performance and helping Mercedes become more competitive - [HORNER AND BYD HOLD TALKS OVER POSSIBLE F1 ENTRY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/horner-and-byd-hold-talks-over-possible-f1-entry/) - Christian Horner and BYD executive vice-president Stella Li have reportedly held positive talks about a possible Formula 1 project. The meeting took place as the Chinese car manufacturer continues to explore ways of entering the sport. The idea is still at an early stage, but BYD is understood to be looking at different options. That - [DELETRAZ REPLACES LYNN AT LE MANS AFTER NECK INJURY SETBACK](https://motorsportsclicks.com/deletraz-replaces-lynn-at-le-mans-after-neck-injury-setback/) - Louis Deletraz will replace Alex Lynn in the No. 12 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA car for the 2026 24 Hours of Le Mans. The Swiss driver will race alongside Will Stevens and Norman Nato in the Cadillac V-Series.R at one of the biggest endurance races in the world. Lynn will miss the event because of - [ZARCO REASSURES FANS AFTER CATALAN GP INCIDENT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/zarco-reassures-fans-after-catalan-gp-incident/) - Johann Zarco has given fans his first update after his incident at the Catalan Grand Prix, explaining that his injuries are painful but not as serious as they could have been. The French rider said he is wearing a neck brace, although he admitted it is bothering him more than anything else at the moment. - [PALOU TAKES INDY 500 POLE AFTER LONG QUALIFYING DAY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/palou-takes-indy-500-pole-after-long-qualifying-day/) - Alex Palou took pole position for the 2026 Indianapolis 500 after a packed qualifying day at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The original Saturday session had been delayed by rain, so all the main qualifying action was moved into Sunday. The format was based on each driver’s four-lap average speed. The first part of qualifying decided the - [MIR LOSES CATALAN GP PODIUM AFTER TYRE PRESSURE PENALTY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mir-loses-catalan-gp-podium-after-tyre-pressure-penalty/) - Joan Mir has lost his second-place finish at the Catalan Grand Prix after receiving a 16-second penalty for irregular tyre pressure. The penalty dropped Mir from P2 to P16, taking away what would have been a strong podium result for the Honda rider. Raul Fernández was also punished for the same reason. He originally finished - [TEAM VERSTAPPEN SUFFERS HEARTBREAK AT FIRST NURBURGRING 24H](https://motorsportsclicks.com/team-verstappen-suffers-heartbreak-at-first-nurburgring-24h/) - Team Verstappen’s dream run at the Nurburgring 24 Hours came to a painful end after a driveshaft problem hit the #3 car while it was fighting for victory. The team had been one of the strongest contenders in the race. After leading for several hours and building a gap of more than 30 seconds, the - [FIRST PART OF INDY 500 QUALIFYING POSTPONED BY HEAVY RAIN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/first-part-of-indy-500-qualifying-postponed-by-heavy-rain/) - The first part of qualifying for the Indy 500 has been postponed after heavy rain stopped any running at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The session will now take place on Sunday at 12:00 PM local time in Indianapolis, which is 5:00 PM British time. INDYCAR confirmed that persistent rain forced the change to the schedule. The - [ROWLAND WINS DRAMATIC MONACO RACE AFTER LATE CHARGE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/rowland-wins-dramatic-monaco-race-after-late-charge/) - Oliver Rowland produced a brilliant drive to win Round 10 of the 2025/26 Formula E season in Monaco. The Nissan driver started eighth, stayed calm through the chaos and used his energy and ATTACK MODE at the right moments. Dan Ticktum started from pole for the second race in a row, with António Félix da - [TICKTUM TAKES BACK-TO-BACK MONACO POLE POSITIONS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ticktum-takes-back-to-back-monaco-pole-positions/) - Qualifying for Round 10 of the 2026 Monaco E-Prix started with Group A. Dan Ticktum was the fastest driver in the group as he tried to repeat his pole position from the day before. The CUPRA KIRO driver looked confident again around the tight Monaco Street Circuit. Edoardo Mortara also had a strong session for - [DE VRIES WINS IN MONACO AFTER SMART PIT BOOST STRATEGY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/de-vries-wins-in-monaco-after-smart-pit-boost-strategy/) - Nyck de Vries won Round 9 of the Monaco E-Prix after a calm and clever drive on the tight streets of Monte Carlo. The Mahindra Racing driver started from the front row and used a strong PIT BOOST strategy to take control of the race. Dan Ticktum started from pole position and led the field - [TICKTUM TAKES MONACO POLE AFTER DRAMATIC QUALIFYING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ticktum-takes-monaco-pole-after-dramatic-qualifying/) - Qualifying for Round 9 of the 2026 Monaco E-Prix started with Group A. Pascal Wehrlein was the fastest in the group and earned a place in the Duels with a time of 1m28.832s. He was joined by Maximilian Günther, Nico Müller and Dan Ticktum, with the top four covered by a very small gap. Jean-Éric - [DE VRIES LEADS BOTH MONACO PRACTICE SESSIONS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/de-vries-leads-both-monaco-practice-sessions/) - Nyck de Vries made a strong start to the 2026 Monaco E-Prix weekend by finishing fastest in both practice sessions on the streets of Monte Carlo. The Mahindra Racing driver showed great pace from the beginning and ended the morning as the driver to beat before qualifying. In Free Practice 1, De Vries set the - [FORMULA 2: MARTINIUS STENSHORNE TRIUMPHS IN A CHAOTIC RACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-martinius-stenshorne-triumphs-in-a-chaotic-race/) - The Formula 2 feature race delivered huge entertainment, helped by tricky track conditions. This led to numerous incidents and several neutralisations. At the end of a demanding race, Martinius Stenshorne took victory ahead of Alex Dunne and Gabriele Mini. At the start, drivers set off on a track that was still partially wet, making grip - [F1 ACADEMY: PALMOWSKI TAKES VICTORY AFTER DOMINATING RACE 3](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-academy-palmowski-takes-victory-after-dominating-race-3/) - The final race of the F1 Academy weekend delivered an intense spectacle in wet conditions, with plenty of battles right to the finish. Despite a late mechanical scare, Alisha Palmowski managed to hold on and claim victory ahead of Emma Felbermayr and Megan Bruce. Alisha Palmowski made a perfect launch and kept the lead ahead - [F1 ACADEMY: PAATZ TAKES VICTORY AFTER A DRAMATIC RACE 2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-academy-paatz-takes-victory-after-a-dramatic-race-2/) - The second race of the F1 Academy weekend delivered plenty of action, with a chaotic event marked by several incidents. As the lights went out, Ferreira made an excellent launch and grabbed the lead ahead of Countryman. However, the move was later penalised for a jump start, a setback that ultimately ruined the Brazilian driver’s - [FORMULA 2: NOËL LEÓN WINS A THRILLING SPRINT RACE IN CANADA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-noel-leon-wins-a-thrilling-sprint-race-in-canada/) - The Formula 2 sprint race in Montreal once again delivered plenty of action, as expected. At the end of a chaotic race, Noël León claimed victory ahead of Gabriele Mini and Martinius Stenshorne. Starting from pole position, Gabriele Mini managed his launch well to keep the lead. Behind him, Durksen made an excellent start, gaining - [F1 ACADEMY: ALISHA PALMOWSKI UNTOUCHABLE IN RACE 1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-academy-alisha-palmowski-untouchable-in-race-1/) - The first F1 Academy race in Montreal delivered plenty of action, with great battles throughout the field and standout performances. Alisha Palmowski dominated proceedings to take victory with a 10-second lead. Emma Felbermayr, the championship leader, stalled on the grid, forcing her to restart from the back. She eventually recovered to finish in 10th place. - [RUSSELL TAKES POLE IN CANADA IN BRILLIANT STYLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/russell-takes-pole-in-canada-in-brilliant-style/) - After winning the Sprint race, George Russell also secured pole position for Sunday’s Canadian Grand Prix. The Mercedes driver surprised everyone in the final moments of qualifying, beating teammate Kimi Antonelli once again. Antonelli will now try to challenge Russell again into Turn 1 after the tension already seen between the two in the Sprint. - [RUSSELL WINS SPRINT IN MONTREAL AFTER MERCEDES TEAMMATE BATTLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/russell-wins-sprint-in-montreal-after-mercedes-teammate-battle/) - What happened between George Russell and Kimi Antonelli in the Saturday Sprint in Montreal was worth much more than the eight points on offer. The two Mercedes drivers fought hard for first place on track, and the tension continued over team radio after the chequered flag. Antonelli had several close moments with his teammate in - [ANTONELLI WINS AGAIN AFTER A DRAMATIC CANADIAN GP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-wins-again-after-a-dramatic-canadian-gp/) - Kimi Antonelli wins his fourth race in a row, taking advantage of his teammate’s retirement to strengthen his lead in the drivers’ championship. Lewis Hamilton finishes in second place, putting in one of his best Ferrari performances on one of his favorite tracks. Max Verstappen completes the podium in third for Red Bull, getting the - [2026 ITALIAN FORMULA 4 SEASON KICKS OFF AT MISANO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/2026-italian-formula-4-season-kicks-off-at-misano/) - This weekend the Italian F4 will kick off the 2026 season in Misano. A total of 49 drivers, among which 8 F1 juniors, will race wheel-to-wheel to follow in the footsteps of the likes of Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Ollie Bearman, Freddie Slater and reigning champion Kean Nakamura-Berta. Teams and drivers The huge popularity of Italian - [ITALIAN F4 GOES TO VALLELUNGA AFTER INCREDIBLE SEASON OPENER AT MISANO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/italian-f4-goes-to-vallelunga-after-incredible-season-opener-at-misano/) - A rookie on top, Maffi on the podium and a race leader knocked out before the Safety Car restart. Misano had everything a season opener could dream of in Italian F4. Qualifying It was redemption for Luka Sammalisto (US Racing), who crushed the opposition in the first group, taking pole with four tenths of margin. - [FREC: THE CHAMPIONSHIP HEADS TO ZANDVOORT AFTER AN EXCITING ROUND 1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/frec-the-championship-heads-to-zandvoort-after-an-exciting-round-1/) - The Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) heads to Zandvoort this weekend for the second round of the season. After an eventful opening round in Austria almost a month ago, the championship now enters its first “back-to-back” of the year. An outstanding start to the season in Austria The opening weekend at the Red Bull Ring - [F1 ACADEMY: ALISHA PALMOWSKI DOMINATES QUALIFYING IN CANADA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-academy-alisha-palmowski-dominates-qualifying-in-canada/) - The F1 Academy qualifying session in Montreal confirmed the dominance of Alisha Palmowski, the main favorite this season. The Red Bull driver secured both pole positions for races 1 and 3. Palmowski quickly took the lead of the standings, improving her lap times on every run to extend the gap over her rivals. Behind her, - [GEORGE RUSSELL IS BACK TO POLE POSITION IN THE SPRINT QUALIFYING IN CANADA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/george-russell-is-back-to-pole-position-in-the-sprint-qualifying-in-canada/) - Sprint Qualifying in Canada turned into a chaotic and unpredictable session, with multiple disruptions, major names missing from running, and a late surge from George Russell that secured pole position for the Sprint. Before the session even began, Alex Albon was ruled out due to damage from FP1, which forced a power unit and gearbox - [MERCEDES AND MCLAREN BRING MAJOR AERODYNAMIC PACKAGES TO THE CANADIAN GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mercedes-and-mclaren-bring-major-aerodynamic-packages-to-the-canadian-grand-prix/) - At the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix, the direction taken by both Mercedes and McLaren shows two very different upgrade philosophies, even though both aim at the same target: more efficient airflow, stronger downforce, and better overall balance across the car. For Mercedes, the new package looks like a full car rework rather than small adjustments. - [TECH3 AND KTM CONFIRM LONG-TERM MOTOGP PARTNERSHIP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/tech3-and-ktm-confirm-long-term-motogp-partnership/) - Tech3 and KTM have officially confirmed a new multi-year agreement that will see the team continue racing with KTM machinery from 2027 onwards, strengthening one of MotoGP’s most established partnerships. The collaboration between Tech3 and KTM began in 2019 and has since produced race wins, podium finishes, and consistent front-running performances. Over the years, Tech3 - [CATALUNYA GRAND PRIX DELIVERS A SURPRISE FOR DI GIANNANTONIO AMONGST CHAOS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/catalunya-grand-prix-delivers-a-surprise-for-di-giannantonio-amongst-chaos/) - The Catalan Grand Prix at Barcelona turned into one of the most chaotic MotoGP races in recent years, featuring multiple crashes, two restarts, and a dramatic final classification that was decided only after penalties. In the end, Fabio Di Giannantonio claimed a long-awaited victory, his first since 2023, after a race filled with incidents from - [ALEX MÁRQUEZ EDGES ACOSTA IN PHOTO FINISH IN MOTOGP SPRINT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alex-marquez-edges-acosta-in-photo-finish-in-motogp-sprint/) - The Tissot Sprint at Barcelona produced one of the closest finishes in MotoGP history, with Alex Márquez defeating Pedro Acosta by just 0.041 seconds after a fierce final-lap battle. Fabio Di Giannantonio completed the podium, finishing only 0.4 seconds behind the winner in a tightly packed top three. At the start, Acosta held the holeshot - [PEDRO ACOSTA TAKES INCREDIBLE POLE POSITION AT BARCELONA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/pedro-acosta-takes-incredible-pole-position-at-barcelona/) - Barcelona once again produced a tense and unpredictable qualifying day, with changing conditions, crashes and surprise performances shaping the grid for the Tissot Sprint and Sunday’s Grand Prix. After a strong run through Friday, Pedro Acosta confirmed his form by taking pole position, his first since Motegi 2024. It was a major result for KTM, - [PRACTICE SESSIONS SET THE STAGE FOR MOTOGP WEEKEND AT CATALUNYA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/practice-sessions-set-the-stage-for-motogp-weekend-at-catalunya/) - The opening session of the MotoGP weekend in Barcelona saw intense action right from the start, with riders pushing hard to find early pace at the Gran Premi Monster Energy de Catalunya. Alex Márquez ended FP1 at the top of the timesheets after setting a best lap of 1:39.950, showing strong form early in the - [QUALIFYING CONCLUDED FOR THE 24H OF NÜRBURGRING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/qualifying-concluded-for-the-24h-of-nurburgring/) - The grid for the Nürburgring 24 Hours is set after a tight and competitive qualifying session, with very small gaps between the top teams heading into the race. Luca Engstler secured pole position after a strong lap in the Lamborghini Huracán GT3 EVO2, putting him at the front for the start of the race. Right - [FORMULA 2: LAURENS VAN HOEPEN SNATCHES UNEXPECTED POLE IN CANADA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-laurens-van-hoepen-snatches-unexpected-pole-in-canada/) - The Formula 2 qualifying session in Montreal delivered an unexpected scenario, with two red flags and a dramatic turnaround in the final minutes. At the end of the session, Laurens Van Hoepen secured a spectacular pole position. At the halfway point of the session, Rafael Camara held provisional pole ahead of Nico Varrone and Laurens - [ANTONELLI TOPS CHAOTIC FP1 SESSION IN MONTREAL](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-tops-chaotic-fp1-session-in-montreal/) - The only free practice session of the Formula 1 weekend was full of problems, red flags, and surprises. Before the session started, the FIA announced it would test new rear light colors during FP1. Blue lights showed when the MGU-K was no longer at full power, purple showed when it was completely cut, and yellow - [FORMULA 2: DUNNE LEADS THE WAY IN PRACTICE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-dunne-leads-the-way-in-practice/) - The Formula 2 free practice session in Montreal was marked by several incidents for drivers discovering the circuit, with Alex Dunne setting the fastest time. Rodin secures a one-two in the session Alex Dunne quickly moved to the top of the timesheets with a strong lap he will need to replicate in qualifying, confirming his - [F1 ACADEMY RETURNS TO ACTION WITH THREE RACES IN THE WEEKEND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-academy-returns-to-action-with-three-races-in-the-weekend/) - After several weeks of break following the round held in China, F1 Academy makes its big return this weekend in Montreal for the second round of the season. A special event marked by a new format. Felbermayr arrives as championship leader Thanks to her victory in China, Emma Felbermayr heads into this weekend leading the - [FORMULA 2 HEADS TO CANADA FOR AN UNPREDICTABLE WEEKEND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-heads-to-canada-for-an-unpredictable-weekend/) - Formula 2 continues its season this weekend with the third round, taking place at the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve in Montreal. It was initially scheduled to be held in Saudi Arabia, but the geopolitical situation has led F2 to continue its season on the North American continent. After two race weekends, a hierarchy is starting to emerge, - [FORMULA 1 GOES TO CANADA AFTER A SECOND LONG BREAK](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-goes-to-canada-after-a-second-long-break/) - The Formula 1 season returns this weekend with the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix at the Gilles Villeneuve Circuit in Montreal. It will be the fifth round of the championship and the second race in North America this year. The event will also use the Sprint format for the first time in Canada, making the weekend - [FORMULA 3 RETURNS ON TRACK WITH SPIELBERG TESTING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-3-returns-on-track-with-spielberg-testing/) - After several weeks without running, Formula 3 is finally back on track this week in Austria for two days of testing at the Red Bull Ring. These sessions mark the first appearance of the cars since the season opener in Australia. A long break followed after the cancellation of the Bahrain Grand Prix, leaving teams - [THE ROAD TO QUALIFYING: WHAT HAPPENED IN INDY500 PRACTICE WEEK](https://motorsportsclicks.com/the-road-to-qualifying-what-happened-in-indy500-practice-week/) - Four days of practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway gave the first real picture of who looks strong before qualifying for the 110th Indy500. Different teams took turns at the top, engine problems hurt several Chevrolet teams, and the battle between Honda and Chevy became tighter every day. By Fast Friday, speeds had climbed above - [FORMULA E GETS TO MOTORSPORT’S MOST ICONIC STREETS: IT’S TIME FOR MONACO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-gets-to-motorsports-most-iconic-streets-its-time-for-monaco/) - The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship returns for another thrilling double-header weekend, and this time the grid heads to one of the most legendary locations in motorsport history: the streets of Monte Carlo. PIT BOOST ADDS EVEN MORE DRAMA TO MONACO In Monaco, strategy has always been the key factor, and this weekend that - [MOTOGP ARRIVES IN BARCELONA AS APRILIA CONTINUES DREAM SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-arrives-in-barcelona-as-aprilia-continues-dream-season/) - MotoGP heads to Barcelona for Round 6 of the 2026 season, as the Catalan Grand Prix arrives at one of the most iconic venues on the calendar. After a dramatic opening stretch to the year, the championship battle is becoming increasingly intense, and Aprilia stands right at the center of it. TEAMMATES ON A COLLISION - [ESTRE READY FOR THE NÜRBURGRING 24 HOURS AS VERSTAPPEN DEBUTS LOOMS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/estre-ready-for-the-nurburgring-24-hours-as-verstappen-debuts-looms/) - Kevin Estre says he is fully prepared for the upcoming 24 Hours of Nürburgring, one of the toughest events in motorsport, held at the legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife. Estre also spoke about the arrival of Max Verstappen for his first attempt at the famous 24-hour race. The French driver welcomed the participation of the reigning Formula - [END OF AN ERA: ANDRETTI AND PORSCHE TO SPLIT AFTER FORMULA E SEASON 12](https://motorsportsclicks.com/end-of-an-era-andretti-and-porsche-to-split-after-formula-e-season-12/) - Andretti Global and Porsche have officially announced that their partnership in Formula E will come to an end after the conclusion of Season 12. The collaboration between the two brands brought together Andretti’s established presence in electric single-seater racing with Porsche’s factory-level engineering and powertrain development in the all-electric championship. Over the course of the - [DUCATI CONFIRMS NO REPLACEMENT FOR MARC MÁRQUEZ IN BARCELONA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ducati-confirms-no-replacement-for-marc-marquez-in-barcelona/) - Marc Márquez will not be replaced by Ducati for the Barcelona round, with the team deciding to run only Francesco Bagnaia as its sole rider for the weekend. Ducati is reportedly aiming to have Márquez back on the GP26 as early as the Italian Grand Prix at Mugello, which is considered the team’s home race - [KIMI ANTONELLI AIMS FOR NÜRBURGRING GT3 LICENCE IN FUTURE RACING STEP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/kimi-antonelli-aims-for-nurburgring-gt3-licence-in-future-racing-step/) - The leader of the championship, Andrea Kimi Antonelli, is reportedly planning to expand his racing career beyond Formula 1 by pursuing a GT3 programme and targeting a licence for the Nürburgring Nordschleife before the end of the year. The move would follow a similar path to Max Verstappen, who has recently shown increasing interest in - [VERSTAPPEN EFFECT LEADS TO SOLD-OUT 24 HOURS OF NÜRBURGRING WEEKEND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-effect-leads-to-sold-out-24-hours-of-nurburgring-weekend/) - The organization of the 24 Hours of Nürburgring has announced that, for the first time in its history, the event has completely sold out its full weekend ticket packages. As a result, only single-day tickets remain available, with the exception of Saturday, May 16, which is the day of the race start. The surge in - [MARTIN RETURNS TO VICTORY AS APRILIA DOMINATES LE MANS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/martin-returns-to-victory-as-aprilia-dominates-le-mans/) - Jorge Martin completed an emotional return to the top step of the podium with a brilliant victory at the French Grand Prix in Le Mans. After months of injuries, setbacks, and doubts about whether he could fight for wins again, the reigning world champion delivered one of the finest rides of his career to defeat - [LUNDGAARD ENDS WINLESS STREAK WITH THRILLING VICTORY IN INDY GP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lundgaard-ends-winless-streak-with-thrilling-victory-in-indy-gp/) - Christian Lundgaard finally returned to victory lane after nearly three years by winning a dramatic and chaotic Sonsio Grand Prix at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course. The Arrow McLaren driver survived multiple cautions, changing strategies, and intense late-race pressure to secure his second career IndyCar victory and his first win since Toronto in 2023. - [PALOU TAKES INDY GP POLE AS WILL POWER SUFFERS QUALIFYING SHOCKER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/palou-takes-indy-gp-pole-as-will-power-suffers-qualifying-shocker/) - Alex Palou continued his incredible form by securing pole position for the Sonsio Grand Prix at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course. The championship leader delivered another outstanding performance to claim his second pole position of the 2026 IndyCar season and his third career pole at the Indianapolis road circuit. Palou will now aim for - [MARTIN DOMINATES LE MANS SPRINT AS MARC MARQUEZ SUFFERS CRASH](https://motorsportsclicks.com/martin-dominates-le-mans-sprint-as-marc-marquez-suffers-crash/) - Jorge Martin delivered a perfect performance to win the French Grand Prix Sprint race at Le Mans after an incredible opening lap and complete control from start to finish. The Aprilia rider looked untouchable throughout the 13-lap contest, while Francesco Bagnaia finished second and championship leader Marco Bezzecchi completed the podium. However, the race was - [BMW DOMINATES CHAOTIC 6 HOURS OF SPA AS MCLAREN WINS IN LMGT3](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bmw-dominates-chaotic-6-hours-of-spa-as-mclaren-wins-in-lmgt3/) - The 6 Hours of Spa delivered everything endurance racing fans could ask for: dramatic overtakes, crashes, penalties, safety cars, and a tense fight for victory until the final minutes. In the end, BMW completed a perfect weekend with a dominant one-two finish in Hypercar, while McLaren took victory in LMGT3 after late heartbreak for Ferrari. - [BAGNAIA TAKES POLE AFTER THRILLING QUALIFYING BATTLE AT LE MANS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bagnaia-takes-pole-after-thrilling-qualifying-battle-at-le-mans/) - Qualifying for the French Grand Prix at Le Mans delivered exactly the drama MotoGP fans expected. Francesco Bagnaia secured his first pole position of the 2026 season after a brilliant final lap, beating teammate Marc Marquez in a tense fight for the top spot. Championship leader Marco Bezzecchi completed the front row for Aprilia after - [FIA AGREES TO SHIFT POWER BALANCE TOWARD COMBUSTION ENGINES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-agrees-to-shift-power-balance-toward-combustion-engines/) - The FIA has agreed to make major changes to the Formula 1 power unit regulations starting next season by reducing electric power output by 50 kW and increasing internal combustion engine power by the same amount. The adjustment means Formula 1 cars will rely slightly less on battery energy and more on traditional combustion power. - [ZARCO SHINES AS HONDA IMPRESSES IN THRILLING FRIDAY AT LE MANS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/zarco-shines-as-honda-impresses-in-thrilling-friday-at-le-mans/) - Friday at the French Grand Prix in Le Mans gave MotoGP fans plenty of action and surprises. Under sunny skies, the riders completed FP1 and the important afternoon Practice session that decided who would go directly into Q2. Honda impressed strongly, Johann Zarco delighted the home fans, and several big names were left with work - [PEUGEOT TAKES HYPERCAR POLE AT SPA IN DRAMATIC WEC QUALIFYING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/peugeot-takes-hypercar-pole-at-spa-in-dramatic-wec-qualifying/) - The FIA World Endurance Championship qualifying session at Spa delivered a dramatic day of action, with intense battles in both LMGT3 and Hypercar categories before Peugeot secured pole position in the top class. In LMGT3 qualifying, teams fought for a place in Hyperpole during a short 15-minute session that determined the top 10. Lexus showed - [RED BULL REPORTEDLY TARGETING PIASTRI AS POSSIBLE VERSTAPPEN REPLACEMENT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/red-bull-reportedly-targeting-piastri-as-possible-verstappen-replacement/) - Red Bull has reportedly identified Oscar Piastri as its top choice to replace Max Verstappen if the four-time world champion leaves the team at the end of the season, as per Motorsportcom. According to multiple sources in the Miami paddock, discussions about potential future replacements are already taking place inside Red Bull, despite Verstappen still - [LAURENS VANTHOOR TO JOIN MCLAREN HYPERCAR PROGRAM](https://motorsportsclicks.com/laurens-vanthoor-to-join-mclaren-hypercar-program/) - Laurens Vanthoor will reportedly race for McLaren’s new Hypercar program in the 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship season alongside Mikkel Jensen, with the lineup currently expected to remain limited to those two drivers for now. The Belgian driver is set to become one of the key names in McLaren’s return to top-level endurance racing as - [HAMILTON STEPS AWAY FROM FERRARI SIMULATOR BEFORE RACE WEEKENDS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/hamilton-steps-away-from-ferrari-simulator-before-race-weekends/) - Lewis Hamilton has revealed that he will stop using Ferrari’s simulator before race weekends as he searches for answers to the team’s ongoing performance problems. The seven-time world champion explained that he plans to try a different preparation approach starting from the next Grand Prix because the current method has not been producing the expected - [TOTO WOLFF OPENS DOOR FOR POSSIBLE RETURN OF V8 ENGINES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/toto-wolff-opens-door-for-possible-return-of-v8-engines/) - The head of Mercedes Toto Wolff has opened the door to a possible return of the fan-favorite V8 engines in Formula 1, while also insisting that electric power must remain part of the sport’s future. Speaking about the topic, the Mercedes boss said the company still has strong emotional connections to the V8 era, which - [LONGEST LIVING F1 DRIVER PASSES AWAY AT 100](https://motorsportsclicks.com/longest-living-f1-driver-passes-away-at-100/) - Hermano da Silva Ramos, the oldest living former Formula 1 driver and the third Brazilian to compete in the championship, has passed away at the age of 100. Born in Brazil in 1925, Ramos competed in Formula 1 during the 1950s, representing an important early chapter of Brazilian involvement in international motorsport. He raced in - [INDYCAR EXPANDS FULL-TIME PUSH TO PASS SYSTEM](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indycar-expands-full-time-push-to-pass-system/) - INDYCAR has confirmed that the Push to Pass system will now be available for full-time use on both street circuits and permanent road courses, starting this weekend at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The driver-controlled boost system will become active immediately after cars cross the alternative start/finish line following the green flag. This change means drivers - [HALF A SECOND OF DAMAGE FOR HAMILTON IN MIAMI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/half-a-second-of-damage-for-hamilton-in-miami/) - Lewis Hamilton reportedly lost around half a second per lap after suffering damage during the opening lap of the Miami Grand Prix. The contact with Franco Colapinto caused an estimated loss of 20 points of downforce, leaving the seven-time world champion struggling with the balance of his Ferrari SF-26 for the rest of the race. - [FIA PUSHING TO BAN “BLOWN DIFFUSERS” FROM 2027](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-pushing-to-ban-blown-diffusers-from-2027/) - The FIA is reportedly pushing to ban “blown diffusers” starting from the 2027 Formula 1 season. The governing body is concerned about the return of aerodynamic concepts linked to the exhaust system and plans to discuss the proposal with teams later this year. The current designs use airflow from the exhaust area to improve aerodynamic - [MAVERICK VIÑALES TO MISS FRENCH MOTOGP RACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/maverick-vinales-to-miss-french-motogp-race/) - Maverick Viñales will miss the French Grand Prix as he continues recovering from last year's shoulder injury. The Spanish rider is still not fully fit and will remain out of action for this weekend’s MotoGP race. KTM has confirmed that Jonas Folger will replace Viñales for the event. Folger currently works as a development rider - [MCLAREN REVEALS NEW MCL-HY LMDh CAR FOR WEC 2027](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mclaren-reveals-new-mcl-hy-lmdh-car-for-wec-2027/) - McLaren has officially revealed its new LMDh race car, called the MCL-HY. The car will be built to compete in endurance racing and marks the company’s return to the top level of prototype competition. The chassis of the MCL-HY is being developed by Italian manufacturer Dallara, a company well known for building successful racing cars - [TOYOTA AND FERRARI READY FOR A NEW BATTLE AT THE 6 HOURS OF SPA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/toyota-and-ferrari-ready-for-a-new-battle-at-the-6-hours-of-spa/) - The FIA World Endurance Championship moves to the Ardennes for the second round of the 2026 season. After the opening race at Imola, the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps once again becomes the final major test before the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans. Toyota arrives as the favorite after its strong win in Italy, but - [VERSTAPPEN RECEIVES 5-SECOND PENALTY AFTER MIAMI GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-receives-5-second-penalty-after-miami-grand-prix/) - Max Verstappen has been given a five-second time penalty following the Miami Grand Prix for a rule violation during the race. The Red Bull driver crossed the white line at the pit exit on lap 7 after making his stop, which is not allowed under FIA regulations when the line is solid. This rule is - [LECLERC HIT WITH 20-SECOND PENALTY AFTER MIAMI RACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/leclerc-hit-with-20-second-penalty-after-miami-race/) - Charles Leclerc has received a 20-second time penalty after the Miami Grand Prix, following several incidents during the last lap. The Ferrari driver was judged to have driven in unsafe conditions and repeatedly left the track, gaining an advantage despite struggling with his car. Leclerc had been fighting for a podium position in the final - [BORTOLETO DISQUALIFIED FROM MIAMI SPRINT OVER TECHNICAL VIOLATION](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bortoleto-disqualified-from-miami-sprint-over-technical-violation/) - Gabriel Bortoleto has been disqualified from the Sprint race in Miami after a breach of technical regulations was discovered. The issue was related to the engine, as the intake air pressure on his car exceeded the maximum allowed limit of 4.8 bar. Although the difference may seem small, Formula 1 rules are extremely strict when - [MIAMI GRAND PRIX SCHEDULE CHANGED DUE TO HEAVY RAIN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/miami-grand-prix-schedule-changed-due-to-heavy-rain/) - The FIA has confirmed an important change to the Miami Grand Prix schedule because of expected bad weather. Heavy rain is forecast for the original race time, so officials decided to move everything earlier to avoid dangerous conditions. The Formula 1 race will now start three hours earlier than planned. Instead of beginning at 21:00 - [HADJAR DISQUALIFIED FROM QUALIFYING AFTER TECHNICAL BREACH](https://motorsportsclicks.com/hadjar-disqualified-from-qualifying-after-technical-breach/) - Isack Hadjar has been disqualified from qualifying for the Miami Grand Prix after his car was found to be in violation of technical regulations. The issue was related to the floor of the car, where both the left-hand and right-hand floorboards were measured to be 2 millimeters outside the allowed limits. This detail may seem - [FIA PRESIDENT CONFIRMS PLAN TO BRING BACK V8 ENGINES IN FORMULA 1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-president-confirms-plan-to-bring-back-v8-engines-in-formula-1/) - The president of the FIA, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, has confirmed that Formula 1 could see the return of V8 engines in the near future. According to him, this change is not just an idea, but something that will happen with time. He explained that by 2031, the FIA will have the authority to introduce this - [ANTONELLI WINS IN MIAMI AFTER A STRONG COMEBACK DRIVE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-wins-in-miami-after-a-strong-comeback-drive/) - Kimi Antonelli claimed an important victory in Miami after a race full of action and unexpected moments. Despite another imperfect start, the Mercedes driver stayed calm and rebuilt his race step by step, eventually taking the lead and holding off strong pressure from Lando Norris. Oscar Piastri completed the podium in third place after passing - [EVANS WINS SECOND BERLIN E-PRIX FROM THE BACK OF THE GRID](https://motorsportsclicks.com/evans-wins-second-berlin-e-prix-from-the-back-of-the-grid/) - The second race of the Berlin E-Prix was defined by extreme energy-saving, with drivers running far below full speed in the early stages to preserve as much power as possible. In the end, it was Mitch Evans who came out on top, defeating reigning champion Oliver Rowland after a smart and controlled race. Evans, who - [GABRIELE MINI WINS HIS FIRST FORMULA 2 RACE EVER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/gabriele-mini-wins-his-first-formula-2-race-ever/) - The Formula 2 feature race in Miami delivered on all its promises following yesterday afternoon’s thrilling sprint race, won by Gabriele Mini. Between challenging weather conditions, repeated interruptions, and an intense battle for victory, the spectacle lasted until the very final lap. After a dramatic finish, Gabriele Minì secured an outstanding win. Difficult conditions in - [PASCAL WEHRLEIN TAKES POLE IN FRONT OF HOME CROWD](https://motorsportsclicks.com/pascal-wehrlein-takes-pole-in-front-of-home-crowd/) - Pascal Wehrlein has taken pole position for the second Berlin E-Prix of the weekend, defeating the DS Pensk driver Taylor Barnard in the final. Qualifying for the second race of the Berlin E-Prix began with Group A under green flag conditions. After the tire warm-up phase, drivers started pushing for fast laps. Nick Cassidy quickly - [ANTONELLI TAKES THIRD STRAIGHT POLE IN MIAMI QUALIFYING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-takes-third-straight-pole-in-miami-qualifying/) - Kimi Antonelli delivered another impressive performance in qualifying in Miami, securing his third consecutive pole position. The young Mercedes driver showed strong pace throughout the session and confirmed his growing confidence. Alongside him on the front row will be Max Verstappen, whose Red Bull appeared much more competitive than before. Charles Leclerc placed third for - [NORRIS DOMINATES MIAMI SPRINT WITH A MCLAREN 1-2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/norris-dominates-miami-sprint-with-a-mclaren-1-2/) - After a long break in April, Formula 1 returned with an exciting Sprint race in Miami. The action on track was intense, with many battles and surprises, but one driver stood above everyone else: Lando Norris. He led the race from start to finish, helping McLaren secure a strong one-two result alongside his teammate Oscar - [FORMULA 2 - TSOLOV WINS THE SPRINT RACE AFTER A TIGHT BATTLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-tsolov-wins-the-sprint-race-after-a-tight-battle/) - The Formula 2 feature race in Miami delivered action from start to finish, with battles throughout the field. After a thrilling finale, Nikola Tsolov claimed victory following a race-long fight with Laurens Van Hoepen, finishing ahead of Alex Dunne. A tricky start The start of the race dealt a major blow to Kush Maini, who - [NICO MULLER WINS FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER IN FORMULA-E](https://motorsportsclicks.com/nico-muller-wins-for-the-first-time-ever-in-formula-e/) - The first race of the Berlin E-Prix, won by Nico Muller, started with Edoardo Mortara on pole position, ahead of Pascal Wehrlein and Oliver Rowland. When the green flag dropped, Mortara kept the lead, but Rowland quickly moved up to second, pushing Wehrlein down to third. The opening laps were very active. Lucas di Grassi - [MCLAREN AND FERRARI BRING A COMPLETELY RENEWED CAR TO MIAMI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mclaren-and-ferrari-bring-a-completely-renewed-car-to-miami/) - At the Miami Grand Prix, it is very clear that both McLaren and Ferrari have not just brought small upgrades, but something much closer to a new car. The early signs on track already suggest that these changes are working, with strong results in both single-lap pace and longer race simulations. What is Mclaren bringing - [LECLERC SUFFERS ANOTHER BATTERY RELATED ISSUE IN SPRINT QUALIFYING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/leclerc-suffers-another-battery-related-issue-in-sprint-qualifying/) - Charles Leclerc lost valuable time during his final Sprint Qualifying lap after suffering a loss of power while on full throttle in the first straight. The issue cost him around three tenths of a second in total and immediately affected his overall lap performance. During that section, Leclerc was recorded as going 11 kph slower - [ALEXANDER ALBON GIVEN GRID PENALTY FOR THE SPRINT RACE IN MIAMI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alexander-albon-given-grid-penalty-for-the-sprint-race-in-miami/) - Alexander Albon will start the Miami Sprint Race from P19 instead of P14 after the stewards deleted his fastest lap in SQ1. The decision came after it was determined that Albon exceeded track limits during his flying lap in that session. Because of this, his fastest lap time was considered invalid and removed from the - [ALEX ZANARDI HAS PASSED AWAY: THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF A REMARKABLE CHAMPION](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alex-zanardi-has-passed-away-the-life-and-legacy-of-a-remarkable-champion/) - Alex Zanardi has died at the age of 59, according to confirmation from his family. His passing marks the end of one of the most extraordinary and emotional life stories in modern sport, defined by success, tragedy, and an almost unmatched level of resilience. Zanardi first became known in Formula 1, where he raced for - [FORMULA-E: MORTARA TAKES POLE AFTER BEATING WEHRLEIN IN FINAL DUEL](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-mortara-takes-pole-after-beating-wehrlein-in-final-duel/) - Edoardo Mortara has set the fastest lap in the Final beating Pascal Wehrlein, taking pole position for the first Berlin E-Prix of the weekend. Qualifying for the Berlin E-Prix began with Group A going out on track under green flag conditions. Early on, lap times started to come in, with Pascal Wehrlein setting the pace - [FORMULA 2: KUSH MAINI TAKES POLE POSITION IN MIAMI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-kush-maini-takes-pole-position-in-miami/) - The Formula 2 qualifying session in Miami delivered on all its promises, featuring an exciting finale and an unexpected classification. Kush Maini secured pole position ahead of Rafael Câmara and Martinius Stenshorne. For much of the session, Rafael Câmara led the timesheets, followed by Alexander Dunne and Martinius Stenshorne. The top five remained extremely close - [LANDO NORRIS TAKES UNEXPECTED SPRINT POLE IN MIAMI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lando-norris-takes-unexpected-sprint-pole-in-miami/) - Formula 1 returned to action in Miami after more than a month away, bringing an unusual weekend format with only one practice session followed by Sprint Qualifying, where Lando Norris took pole. To help teams adapt to recent rule adjustments for the 2026 regulations, the practice session was extended to 90 minutes instead of the - [HEAVY LOCK-UPS DURING PRACTICE AT MIAMI: WHAT ARE THE CAUSES?](https://motorsportsclicks.com/heavy-lock-ups-during-practice-at-miami-what-are-the-causes/) - One of the most noticeable and unexpected issues with the new 2026 Formula 1 cars is the high number of front wheel lock-ups under braking. This problem was already seen during pre-season testing in Bahrain, but it became even more visible during the first practice session of the Miami Grand Prix. Several drivers struggled to - [LECLERC TOPS THE ONLY PRACTICE SESSION IN MIAMI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/leclerc-tops-the-only-practice-session-in-miami/) - After more than a month without racing, Formula 1 is back on track in Miami with a special practice session. Because this weekend follows the Sprint format, teams were given only one practice session, but it lasted 90 minutes instead of the usual 60. This extra time was allowed so teams could better understand recent - [FORMULA 2 - HERTA TOPS FREE PRACTICE SESSION ON HOME SOIL](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-herta-tops-free-practice-session-on-home-soil/) - The Formula 2 free practice session in Miami was marked by several incidents, as well as the fastest time set by Colton Herta at his home race In front of his home crowd, American driver Colton Herta set the fastest time of the session, highlighting his strong form at the start of the weekend on - [FORMULA E RETURNS TO BERLIN FOR A DOUBLE ROUND AT TEMPELHOF](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-returns-to-berlin-for-a-double-round-at-tempelhof/) - The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship returns after a one-month break following the Madrid E-Prix. Now, all eyes turn to Berlin, as the championship heads back to the iconic Tempelhof Airport for Rounds 7 and 8. A CLOSE FIGHT IN THE TEAMS’ STANDINGS Two teams have emerged as the strongest contenders for the Teams’ - [FORMULA 2 TO NORTH AMERICA: WELCOME TO MIAMI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-to-north-america-welcome-to-miami/) - A long-awaited return Formula 2 returns to action this weekend in Miami for the second round of the 2026 season. After the opening round in Australia, drivers have had to wait several weeks before getting back on track, following the cancellation of two race weekends. Another key element this weekend is the discovery of a - [NEWGARDEN AND DALY LEAD THE WAY AT INDY 500 OPEN TEST](https://motorsportsclicks.com/newgarden-and-daly-lead-the-way-at-indy-500-open-test/) - DAY 1 The opening day of the Indy 500 Open Test began with experienced drivers setting the pace. Josef Newgarden was the fastest in the morning session, reaching over 223 mph with his Team Penske car. Close behind him was Takuma Sato, followed by Pato O'Ward, who said he was happy to be back racing - [FORMULA 1 RETURNS WITH EXCITING MIAMI GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-returns-with-excitementing-miami-grand-prix/) - After five weeks without racing, Formula 1 is finally back. The championship returns with the Miami Grand Prix in Florida, bringing excitement back to fans around the world. The long break happened because the races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia were cancelled. The cars we will see are expected to be quite different from the - [TURKISH GRAND PRIX RETURNS TO THE FORMULA 1 CALENDAR UNTIL 2031](https://motorsportsclicks.com/turkish-grand-prix-returns-to-the-formula-1-calendar-until-2031/) - The world of Formula 1 is set for an important return, as the Turkish Grand Prix is expected to come back to the calendar in the coming years. News from Turkish media says that President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will take part in an official announcement later today at the historic Dolmabahçe Palace. For many fans, - [ALEX MARQUEZ WINS AGAIN THE MOTOGP RACE AT JEREZ](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alex-marquez-wins-again-the-motogp-race-at-jerez/) - Alex Marquez won the MotoGP race at Jerez in dominant style, taking his first win of the season for Ducati, while his brother Marc Marquez crashed out early. - [MARQUEZ WINS CHAOTIC JEREZ SPRINT AFTER CRASH](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marquez-wins-chaotic-jerez-sprint-after-crash/) - Marc Marquez won a wild MotoGP sprint race at Jerez, even after crashing, in one of the most chaotic races in recent memory - [FORMULA REGIONAL EUROPE SEASON KICKS OFF AT SPIELBERG](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-regional-europe-season-kicks-off-at-spielberg/) - The 2026 season of the Formula Regional European Championship begins this weekend at the Red Bull Ring circuit in Austria. A highly anticipated opening round, marked by numerous changes and an initial hierarchy that remains uncertain in the middle of the pack. A new era with a new single-seater This first meeting marks the beginning - [MOTOGP RETURNS TO JEREZ WITH ALEX MARQUEZ LEADING FRIDAY ACTION](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-returns-to-jerez-with-alex-marquez-leading-friday-action/) - MotoGP returned to action in Jerez after a three-week break, starting the European part of the season. In the first practice session (FP1), Fabio Di Giannantonio set the fastest time with a 1:36.954, the only rider to go under 1:37. He looked strong throughout the session, especially on his final run. His teammate Franco Morbidelli - [MOTOGP HEADS TO JEREZ FOR FIRST EUROPEAN RACE OF THE SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-heads-to-jerez-for-first-european-race-of-the-season/) - Jerez is the first European race of the MotoGP season, and the track is similar to most others on the calendar. If a rider is fast here, they’re usually fast everywhere. Earlier races in places like Thailand, Brazil, and Austin are very different. They have extreme heat, long straights, or unusual conditions, so results there - [LANDO NORRIS AWKWARDLY CENSORED IN INTERVIEW](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lando-norris-awkwardly-censored-in-interview/) - An awkward moment involving Lando Norris has sparked debate about how Formula 1 drivers are managed during interviews. The current world champion was speaking with British journalist Donald McRae ahead of the Miami Grand Prix, but the conversation quickly became tense due to restrictions placed on what could be discussed. Before the interview even began, - [FORMULA E UNVEILS THE FINAL VERSION OF THE GEN4 CAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-unveils-the-final-version-of-the-gen4-car/) - Formula E has revealed its new GEN4 car at Paul Ricard, marking a major step forward for electric racing. This car will be developed further and used by teams in the 2026/27 season of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. The GEN4 car focuses heavily on innovation and sustainability. It is the first race - [PALOU WINS IN LONG BEACH AND IS BACK TO CHAMPIONSHIP LEAD](https://motorsportsclicks.com/palou-wins-in-long-beach-and-is-back-to-championship-lead/) - Alex Palou delivered another strong performance to win the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, securing his third victory of the 2026 season. The Chip Ganassi Racing driver took the lead during the pit stops and controlled the race from there. Felix Rosenqvist was the fastest driver in qualifying for the Acura Grand Prix of - [F1 DRIVERS UNDER TAX INVESTIGATION IN ITALY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-drivers-under-tax-investigation-in-italy/) - Formula 1 is facing a possible new issue in Italy, where authorities have started looking into how foreign drivers are taxed on money earned during races held in the country. The investigation, led by the Guardia di Finanza in Bologna after input from the Corte dei Conti, is reviewing several recent seasons. Officials are focusing - [FIA INTRODUCES NEW FORMULA 1 RULE CHANGES FROM MIAMI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-introduces-new-formula-1-rule-changes-from-miami/) - The FIA has approved several new rule changes for Formula 1, starting from the Miami Grand Prix. These updates focus on making the cars faster, safer, and more exciting to watch, while also helping drivers handle the cars more easily in different conditions. In qualifying, drivers will now be able to push harder for longer - [TOYOTA BEATS FERRARI IN ITALY TO WIN WEC SEASON OPENER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/toyota-beats-ferrari-in-italy-to-win-wec-season-opener/) - The 2026 season of the FIA World Endurance Championship opened with a strong win for Toyota at the 6 Hours of Imola. The #8 crew of Ryo Hirakawa, Brendon Hartley, and Sébastien Buemi secured victory after building a decisive gap in the second half of the race. They beat the Ferrari #51 driven by Pier - [ANDRETTI ON TOP: POWER AND KIRKWOOD DOMINATE LONG BEACH PRACTICE SESSIONS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/andretti-on-top-power-and-kirkwood-dominate-long-beach-practice-sessions/) - IndyCar started its action at the streets of Long Beach this weekend, and early signs suggest it could be an exciting one, especially for Will Power, who looks like he’s starting to settle in with his new team. Free Practice 1 Power topped the opening practice session, setting a fastest lap of 1:07.6053 in the - [WEC: FERRARI KEEPS DOMINANCE; GARAGE 59 STROMS TO POLE ON DEBUT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/wec-ferarri-keeps-dominance-garage-59-stroms-to-pole-on-debut/) - The #51 Ferrari, with Antonio Giovinazzi behind the wheel, sent the home crowd wild as he snatched pole position, edging out Ryō Hirakawa by just 0.011 seconds. Hirakawa’s 1.30.138 in the Toyota looked enough, but Giovinazzi found just enough extra pace to beat it at the line. The session marked the first pole of the - [INDYCAR HEADS TO LONG BEACH FOR ROUND FOUR SHOWDOWN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indycar-heads-to-long-beach-for-round-four-showdown/) - The IndyCar Series is preparing for its fourth race of the season on the streets of Long Beach, in southern Los Angeles, near the Pacific Ocean. Many drivers will fight for the win on one of the most famous and historic tracks in North America. The championship battle between Kyle Kirkwood and Alex Palou is - [IMOLA WEC FP1 & FP2: FERRARI STRONG, ALPINE SURPRISES, CLOSE FIGHT AHEAD](https://motorsportsclicks.com/imola-wec-fp1-fp2-ferrari-strong-alpine-surprises-close-fight-ahead/) - In the first free practice session, Ferrari immediately showed its strength on home soil. Robert Kubica set the fastest time in the AF Corse #83 Ferrari 499P. - [RED BULL RESTRUCTURES TECHNICAL TEAM](https://motorsportsclicks.com/red-bull-restructures-technical-team/) - After a long series of departures, most recently Giampiero Lambiase, Red Bull Racing has announced changes to its technical structure. - [YAMAHA SET TO COMPLETE 2027 ROSTER WITH ROOKIE GUEVARA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/yamaha-set-to-complete-2027-roster-with-rookie-guevara/) - Pramac Racing Moto2 rider Izan Guevara is set to move into the premier class of Grand Prix racing with the Pramac team after a strong start to 2026. - [FERRARI STARTS THE WEC SEASON LEADING THE PROLOGUE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ferrari-starts-the-wec-season-leading-the-prologue/) - The 2026 season of the FIA World Endurance Championship officially began with the traditional Prologue tests at Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari in Imola. Overnight rain left the track wet, and the sky stayed cloudy during the morning session. As the surface slowly dried, teams switched to slick tires and lap times improved during the - [FIA BANS MERCEDES AND RED BULL POWER TRICK IN QUALIFYING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-bans-mercedes-and-red-bull-power-trick-in-qualifying/) - The FIA banned a qualifying trick: teams using engines from Mercedes and Red Bull discovered a clever way to gain extra electrical power at the end of a lap. - [WEC 2026 BEGINS AT IMOLA: EXPECTATIONS RISE FOR A WIDE-OPEN SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/wec-2026-begins-at-imola-expectations-rise-for-a-wide-open-season/) - The 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) is set to begin at Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari in Imola. - [YAMAHA TO SIGN AI OGURA TO THEIR FACTORY SQUAD IN 2027](https://motorsportsclicks.com/yamaha-to-sign-ai-ogura-to-their-factory-squad-in-2027/) - Yamaha to Sign Ai Ogura to Their Factory Squad in 2027. Recent talk within the paddock suggests that the Japanese rider will sign a deal with them. - [FORMULA 2 TO RACE IN NORTH AMERICA AFTER MIDDLE EAST ROUNDS CANCELLATION](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-to-race-in-north-america-after-middle-east-rounds-cancellation/) - FIA Formula 2 Championship has officially announced a change to its calendar, with the addition of two new rounds in Miami International Autodrome and Montreal. - [VERSTAPPEN AND LAMBIASE: A PARTNERSHIP THAT COULD SOON COME TO AN END](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-and-lambiase-a-partnership-that-could-soon-come-to-an-end/) - Recent news suggesting that Gianpiero Lambiase will join McLaren starting in 2028 has brought attention back to the long partnership between him and Verstappen. - [ANDREA STELLA LINKED WITH SHOCK FERRARI RETURN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/andrea-stella-linked-with-shock-ferrari-return/) - Rumors about a possible return to Scuderia Ferrari have started to circulate around Andrea Stella, the current team principal of McLaren. - [LAMBIASE TO LEAVE RED BULL FOR MCLAREN IN 2028](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lambiase-to-leave-red-bull-for-mclaren-in-2028/) - According to Erik van Haren, Gianpiero Lambiase, Max Verstappen's race engineer and Head of Racing at Red Bull, will leave the team at the end of 2027. - [ANOTHER BRAZILIAN ON THE RISE: WHO IS PEDRO EBRAHIM](https://motorsportsclicks.com/another-brazilian-on-the-rise-who-is-pedro-ebrahim/) - Brazil has a long tradition in motorsport, and a new name started to attract attention in endurance racing: BMW M Motorsport driver Pedro Ebrahim. - [LANCE STROLL TO RACE IN GT: WILL THIS BECOME A TREND FOR F1 DRIVERS?](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lance-stroll-to-race-in-gt-will-this-become-a-trend-for-f1-drivers/) - Lance Stroll is set to take part in a GT race, could this become a trend for F1 drivers after the new 2026 regulations have failed to deliver what is needed? - [FERRARI, HONDA AND AUDI TO ACCESS "ADUO" AFTER MONACO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ferrari-honda-and-audi-to-access-aduo-after-monaco/) - Ferrari, Audi and Honda are expected to gain access to the “ADUO” system after the Monaco Grand Prix, according to reports from Motorsport.com. - [BEN KEATING TO MISS FIRST TWO ROUNDS OF 2026 WEC SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ben-keating-to-miss-first-two-rounds-of-2026-wec-season/) - Ben Keating will miss the first two rounds of the 2026 World Endurance Championship season after suffering an accident while training. - [DISCUSSIONS ARISE ABOUT POSSIBLE FUTURE V8 ENGINE IN FORMULA 1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/discussions-arise-about-possible-future-v8-engine-in-formula-1/) - Discussions about the next Formula 1 engines have already started, even before the new rules planned for 2026 fully arrive, we could see the return of the V8. - [DAVID ALONSO AND HOLGADO ON THE VERGE OF MOTOGP PROMOTION](https://motorsportsclicks.com/david-alonso-and-holgado-on-the-verge-of-motogp-promotion/) - Several MotoGP Teams are interested in promoting Aspar Moto2 Riders. David Alonso and Daniel Holgado are attracting interest from multiple MotoGP teams. - [BEZZECCHI DOMINATES IN AUSTIN WITH FIFTH WIN IN A ROW](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bezzecchi-dominates-in-austin-with-fifth-win-in-a-row/) - The MotoGP race in Austin started with high expectations, but was won by Marco Bezzecchi, who finished first for the fifth time in a row on a Grand Prix. - [FIA TO REVIEW 2026 REGULATIONS AFTER SAFETY CONCERNS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-to-review-2026-regulations-after-safety-concerns/) - The FIA has announced that it will hold meetings in April to address safety and issues that have emerged in the first races of the season under the new rules. - [ANTONELLI MAKES HISTORY AS THE YOUNGEST FORMULA 1 CHAMPIONSHIP LEADER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-makes-history-as-the-youngest-formula-1-championship-leader/) - Kimi Antonelli has written his name into the history of Formula 1. At only 19 years old, he became the youngest driver ever to lead the world championship. - [NORRIS CRITICIZES F1 REGULATIONS: “IT DOES NOT MATTER WHAT WE SAY”](https://motorsportsclicks.com/norris-criticizes-f1-regulations-it-does-not-matter-what-we-say/) - Norris sparked controversy during an interview in the media pen after the Japanese GP, giving a straightforward statement of the current state of Formula 1. - [OLIVER BEARMAN SUFFERS A 50G CRASH BUT IS EXPECTED TO RETURN FOR MIAMI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/oliver-bearman-suffers-a-50g-crash-but-is-expected-to-return-for-miami/) - Bearman suffered a heavy crash during the Japanese Grand Prix at Turn 13. The accident happened because of a large speed difference between him and Colapinto. - [ANTONELLI STORMS BACK TO WIN IN JAPAN AND SECURES SECOND VICTORY IN A ROW](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-storms-back-to-win-in-japan-and-secures-second-win-in-a-row/) - Kimi Antonelli delivered another outstanding performance in Japan, taking his second win in a row and confirming his rapid rise in Formula 1 - [VERSTAPPEN OUTPACED BY TEAMMATE FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE 2024](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-outpaced-by-teammate-for-the-first-time-since-2024/) - Max Verstappen has been outpaced by his teammate in a full qualifying session for the first time since the 2024 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku. - [LECLERC FURIOUS WITH 2026 REGULATIONS AFTER JAPANESE GP QUALIFYING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/leclerc-furious-with-2026-regulations-after-japanese-gp-qualifying/) - Charles Leclerc showed his frustration after qualifying in fourth place for the Japanese Grand Prix. The Ferrari driver was not happy and made an angry team radio message about the 2026 regulations. Leclerc complained about how the new cars manage energy. He explained that he is faster in the corners and can accelerate earlier, but - [LANDO NORRIS FACES ELECTRICAL ISSUES AHEAD OF FP3](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lando-norris-faces-electrical-issues-ahead-of-fp3/) - Lando Norris could miss the third free practice session after more problems with his car. The driver has already lost a lot of track time in both FP1 and FP2, and now his situation is getting worse. The issue seems to be related to the car’s electrical system. Because of this, his team has decided - [ACOSTA HIT WITH PENALTY AS BASTIANINI INHERITS SPRINT PODIUM](https://motorsportsclicks.com/acosta-hit-with-penalty-as-bastianini-inherits-sprint-podium/) - Pedro Acosta has been given an 8-second time penalty after the Sprint race at the Grand Prix of the Americas due to an irregularity with his tire pressure. The penalty had a big impact on the final result. Acosta, who had finished in third place on track, was dropped down to ninth after the time - [MÁRQUEZ HANDED LONG LAP PENALTY AFTER SPRINT INCIDENT AT COTA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marquez-handed-long-lap-penalty-after-sprint-incident-at-cota/) - Marc Márquez has received a long lap penalty for the main race at the Grand Prix of the Americas after an incident during Saturday’s Sprint. The penalty was given after Márquez caused a crash involving Fabio Di Giannantonio. The contact happened under braking into Turn 12, when Márquez tried to overtake but hit Di Giannantonio, - [PALOU TAKES HIS FIRST POLE IN INDYCAR 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/palou-takes-his-first-pole-in-indycar-2026/) - Qualifying for the Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix at Barber Motorsports Park was full of action, surprises, and dramatic moments, ending with Alex Palou taking his first pole position of the 2026 season. The session started with Palou setting the early pace, but it was quickly interrupted by a red flag after Will Power - [MARTIN WINS HECTIC SPRINT RACE AT AUSTIN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/martin-wins-hectic-sprint-race-at-austin/) - The MotoGP Sprint race at the Grand Prix of the Americas delivered one of the most exciting short races in history, won by Jorge Martin. - [MCLAUGHLIN AND PALOU LEAD INTERRUPTED PRACTICE SESSIONS AT BARBER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mclaughlin-and-palou-lead-interrupted-practice-sessions-at-barber/) - The first practice session for the Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix at Barber Motorsports Park was led by Scott McLaughlin, who continued his strong form at the start of race weekends in the 2026 season. The session began with all drivers on track together before being split into two smaller groups to test the - [DI GIANNANTONIO TAKES SECOND POLE POSITION IN A ROW](https://motorsportsclicks.com/di-giannantonio-takes-second-pole-position-in-a-row/) - Fabio Di Giannantonio delivered an outstanding performance in qualifying for the US Grand Prix, setting a new lap record at COTA and securing pole position. - [ANTONELLI TAKES SECOND POLE IN A ROW WITH DOMINANT LAP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-takes-second-pole-in-a-row-with-dominant-lap/) - Andrea Kimi Antonelli took pole position for the Japanese Grand Prix, securing his second consecutive pole after his strong performance in China. - [ANTONELLI LEADS MERCEDES ONE-TWO IN FP3 AS RIVALS STRUGGLE AT SUZUKA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-leads-mercedes-one-two-in-fp3-as-rivals-struggle-at-suzuka/) - Antonelli was the fastest driver in FP3 at the Japanese GP, finishing ahead of his teammate Russell and confirming the strong pace of Mercedes over one lap. - [MÁRQUEZ BOUNCES BACK FROM CRASH TO TOP FRIDAY SESSION AT COTA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marquez-bounces-back-from-crash-to-top-friday-session-at-cota/) - Marc Márquez recovered from a heavy crash earlier in the day to finish fastest in the second practice session at the Grand Prix of the Americas in Austin. - [INDYCAR RETURNS AT BARBER AS KIRKWOOD LEADS OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP BATTLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indycar-returns-at-barber-as-kirkwood-leads-open-championship-battle/) - The 2026 IndyCar Series resumes after a short break with the Grand Prix of Alabama, held at the Barber Motorsports Park. - [ACOSTA LEADS FP1 AT COTA AS MARC MÁRQUEZ CRASHES EARLY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/acosta-leads-fp1-at-cota-as-marc-marquez-crashes-early/) - Pedro Acosta made a strong start to his first weekend at the Circuit of the Americas by finishing fastest in the opening practice session. - [MOTOGP HEADS TO AUSTIN AS MÁRQUEZ TARGETS SUCCESS AT FAVORITE TRACK](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-heads-to-austin-as-marquez-targets-success-at-favorite-track/) - After the race in Brazil, MotoGP heads straight to Austin for the Grand Prix of the Americas, a track that has historically suited Marc Márquez. - [PIASTRI LEADS FP2 AT SUZUKA AS NORRIS STRUGGLES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/piastri-leads-fp2-at-suzuka-as-norris-struggles/) - The first day of action at the Japanese Grand Prix has come to an end, with Oscar Piastri putting McLaren at the top of the timesheets. - [MERCEDES LEADS AS FP1 AT SUZUKA OFFERS FIRST CLUES IN JAPAN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mercedes-leads-as-fp1-at-suzuka-offers-first-clues-in-japan/) - Mercedes was again in the spotlight due to the front wing controversy, while Ferrari also faced attention after a small halo solution used in China. - [NORRIS CONFIDENT MCLAREN CAN RETURN TO THE TOP DESPITE BAD START](https://motorsportsclicks.com/norris-confident-mclaren-can-return-to-the-top-despite-bad-start/) - Norris remains confident in McLaren despite a challenging start to the 2026 season. The defending world champion believes the car still has strong potential - [FORMULA 1 HEADS TO SUZUKA FOR THIRD ROUND OF THE SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-heads-to-suzuka-for-third-round-of-the-season/) - This weekend, Formula 1 returns with the Japanese Grand Prix. Formula 1 heads to Suzuka for the final round of the triple-header in the Pacific region. - [FIA CLEARS MERCEDES OF FRONT WING ISSUE AFTER CHINESE GP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-clears-mercedes-of-front-wing-issue-after-chinese-gp/) - Mercedes will not receive a penalty from the FIA after an investigation into its front wing system during the Chinese Grand Prix weekend. - [MERCEDES FRONT WING UNDER FIA INVESTIGATION AFTER COMPLAINTS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mercedes-front-wing-under-fia-investigation-after-complaints/) - Mercedes is under investigation by the FIA following concerns about its front wing design. Ferrari has asked the FIA for clarification about the legality of it. - [EVANS AND JAGUAR FACE TENSION AFTER TEAM ORDERS AT MADRID E-PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/evans-and-jaguar-face-tension-after-team-orders-at-madrid-e-prix/) - Mitch Evans and Jaguar could be facing a difficult moment after events at the Madrid E-Prix. During the race weekend, Evans had a tough start after a poor qualifying session. This forced him to fight his way through the field, but he delivered a strong performance and managed to recover many positions. By the final - [MERCEDES UNVEILS NEW GT SERIES MODELS INCLUDING F1 SAFETY CAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mercedes-unveils-new-gt-series-models-including-f1-safety-car/) - Mercedes-AMG has revealed the new generation of its GT3 race car, along with a new Black Series road car that will be used as a Safety Car in Formula 1. - [ALONSO TO MISS MEDIA DAY IN SUZUKA AMID RUMOURED BIRTH OF HIS CHILD](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alonso-to-miss-media-day-in-suzuka-amid-rumoured-birth-of-his-son/) - Fernando Alonso will not attend media day at the Japanese Grand Prix on Thursday, March 26. Aston Martin confirmed the news on social media. - [MOTOGP 2027 RUMOURS: YAMAHA FUTURE LINE-UP STARTING TO TAKE SHAPE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-2027-rumours-yamaha-future-line-up-starting-to-take-shape/) - MotoGP 2027 rumours suggest Yamaha’s future line-up is starting to take shape. After news of the expected arrival of Jorge Martin, discussions have begun about the other factory rider and Pramac Racing seats. The current favourite for the factory seat alongside Martin is Honda rider Luca Marini, 28. His consistency aboard a midfield Honda over - [GOIÂNIA TRACK BREAKS APART AS MOTOGP RIDERS FACE DANGEROUS CONDITIONS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/goiania-track-breaks-apart-as-motogp-riders-face-dangerous-conditions/) - The MotoGP race in Goiânia was marked by unusual and worrying safety problems, as several riders were hit by small pieces of the track surface during the race. The situation showed that the circuit was not holding together properly under the stress of the bikes. During the race, both Alex Marquez and Alex Rins were - [BEZZECCHI DOMINATES BRAZILIAN GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bezzecchi-dominates-brazilian-grand-prix/) - Aprilia was clearly the strongest team in the Brazilian Grand Prix at Goiânia, and Marco Bezzecchi led the way, winning again and moving into the championship lead after a calm and dominant performance. Before the race even started, things were already unusual. The race distance was suddenly reduced from 31 laps to 23 because of - [ALDEGUER COULD JOIN VR46 AS GRESINI IS LINKED TO A HONDA SWITCH](https://motorsportsclicks.com/aldeguer-could-join-vr46-as-gresini-is-linked-to-a-honda-switch/) - Ducati rising star Fermín Aldeguer is reportedly close to joining VR46 Racing Team next season. The Italian squad has been a long-term admirer of the Spaniard and has moved quickly in the market to secure their man. There have been several rumours that VR46 may look to clear house for 2027, with plans to move - [BREAKING: VERSTAPPEN.COM DISQUALIFIED FROM NLS2 RACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/breaking-verstappen-com-disqualified-from-nls2-race/) - Max Verstappen's team, Verstappen.com has lost his victory in today’s NLS2 race at the Nürburgring after being disqualified for breaking the tire usage rules. - [MARC MARQUEZ WINS SPRINT RACE IN BRAZIL FROM THIRD](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marc-marquez-wins-sprint-race-in-brazil-from-third/) - The MotoGP Sprint Race in Brazil was full of action and surprises, with Marc Marquez taking an impressive victory after starting from third on the grid. - [DI GIANNANTONIO TAKES POLE POSITION COMING FROM Q1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/di-giannantonio-takes-pole-position-coming-from-q1/) - Di Giannantonio secured pole position in Brazil after coming through Q1 and mastering a chaotic Q2 session filled with crashes and constant position changes. - [DA COSTA WINS FOR THE SECOND CONSECUTIVE TIME IN FORMULA-E](https://motorsportsclicks.com/da-costa-wins-for-the-second-consecutive-time-in-formula-e/) - The Madrid E-Prix delivered a dramatic and strategic race, with António Félix da Costa taking his second win in a row in the Formula E season. Pole-sitter Nick Cassidy made a great start and kept the lead into the first corners. Behind him, António Félix da Costa quickly moved up, while Nyck de Vries and - [FORMULA E PRACTICE WRAP UP AT MADRID](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-practice-wrap-up-at-madrid/) - The 2026 Madrid E-Prix got underway with two intriguing Free Practice sessions that showcased unpredictable conditions - [KALLE ROVANPERA STEPS BACK FROM SINGLE SEATERS IN 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/kalle-rovanpera-steps-back-from-single-seaters-in-2026/) - Two-time world rally champion Kalle Rovanpera has been forced to abandon his planned move into Super Formula in 2026 due to medical issues. - [MOTOGP FRIDAY ACTION IN BRAZIL: RAIN SHAKES UP THE ORDER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-friday-action-in-brazil-rain-shakes-up-the-order/) - MotoGP returns to Brazil and it got off to a challenging start, as changing weather conditions played a big role during Friday’s sessions at Goiânia circuit. - [WHEATLEY LEAVES AUDI F1 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/wheatley-leaves-audi-f1-with-immediate-effect/) - Audi confirmed that Wheatley will leave the team with immediate effect. The company said the decision is due to personal reasons. For now, Audi CEO Mattia Binotto will step in and take over his role. Wheatley is expected to join Aston Martin, where he will replace Adrian Newey as team principal. This move could have - [OPEL TO JOIN FORMULA-E FROM GEN4](https://motorsportsclicks.com/opel-to-join-formula-e-from-gen4/) - Opel will enter Formula E next season with its own team, becoming the third German entry on the grid alongside Porsche’s two factory teams. - [MOTOGP HEADS TO SOUTH AMERICA FOR A NEW VENUE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-heads-to-south-america-for-a-new-venue/) - MotoGP heads to South America for its second round of the season, but this time the destination is Brazil instead of Argentina. - [FORMULA-E RETURNS TO SPAIN: ANOTHER CIRCUIT DEBUTS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-returns-to-spain-another-circuit-debuts/) - After a five-year absence, the Formula E championship is back to Spain, and this time, it’s the capital taking center stage. Round 6 of the FIA ABB Formula E World Championship heads to Madrid for the inaugural Raval CUPRA Madrid E-Prix, hosted at the iconic Circuito del Jarama. This marks the first race in Spain - [DS AUTOMOBILES TO LEAVE FORMULA-E AT THE END OF SEASON 12](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ds-automobiles-to-leave-formula-e-at-the-end-of-season-12/) - DS Automobiles will leave Formula E at the end of the 2025/26 season. There will be a wider change inside the Stellantis group, which owns several car brands. Even though DS is leaving the championship, Stellantis is not quitting Formula E. Instead, the group is reorganising its motorsport programs. Opel is expected to take a - [FERRARI FORCED TO REMOVE HALO WINGS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ferrari-forced-to-remove-halo-wings/) - Scuderia Ferrari removed its new halo winglets during the Chinese Grand Prix after talks with the FIA raised doubts about their legality. - [FORMULA E ROOKIES TEST RETURNS IN MADRID: THE LINE-UP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-rookies-test-returns-in-madrid-the-line-up/) - Formula E is giving young drivers another chance. The rookies test is back in Madrid, where less experienced drivers will get behind the wheel of the GEN3 Evo. - [ANTONELLI IMPRESSES BONNINGTON AFTER SHANGHAI WIN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-impresses-bonnington-after-shanghai-podium/) - After a thrilling podium ceremony in Shanghai, Mercedes race engineer Peter Bonnington praised Italian driver Kimi Antonelli for his impressive performance. - [MOTOGP RESCHEDULES SEVERAL RACES AMID MIDDLE EAST CONFLICTS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-reschedules-several-races-amid-middle-east-conflicts/) - MotoGP has confirmed a series of changes to its race calendar following escalating tensions in the Middle East. - [RED BULL FOUND TO BE 20KG OVERWEIGHT IN CHINA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/red-bull-found-to-be-20kg-overweight-in-china/) - During scrutineering at the Chinese Grand Prix, it was found that the Red Bull car is much heavier than the minimum allowed weight. - [WHAT HAPPENED THE LAST TIME MOTOGP WAS IN BRAZIL](https://motorsportsclicks.com/what-happened-the-last-time-motogp-was-in-brazil/) - MotoGP returns to Brazil this weekend, so let's take a look at what happened the last time the series raced in Brazil. - [KIRKWOOD WINS FIRST ARLINGTON GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/kirkwood-wins-first-arlington-grand-prix/) - Kyle Kirkwood claimed victory at the IndyCar Grand Prix of Arlington after a dramatic race that stayed uncertain until the final moments. - [PIASTRI YET TO COMPLETE A RACE LAP IN 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/piastri-yet-to-complete-a-race-lap-in-2026/) - Piastri has had a very difficult start to the 2026 F1 season, as the McLaren driver has not completed a single race lap after the first rounds of the year. - [FIRST POINTS FOR COLAPINTO WITH ALPINE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/first-points-for-colapinto-with-alpine/) - Franco Colapinto scored his first points for Alpine after finishing tenth in the Chinese Grand Prix. - [ITALY BACK ON TOP IN FORMULA 1 WITH ANTONELLI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/italy-back-on-top-in-formula-1-with-antonelli/) - Italy is back at the top of Formula 1 after 20 years thanks to Kimi Antonelli, who took victory at the Chinese Grand Prix. - [HAMILTON TAKES HOME HIS FIRST PODIUM FOR FERRARI AFTER 26 RACES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/hamilton-takes-home-his-first-podium-for-ferrari-after-26-races/) - Lewis Hamilton has taken his first podium finish for Ferrari after finishing third at the Chinese Grand Prix. - [KIMI ANTONELLI DOMINATES THE CHINESE GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/kimi-antonelli-dominates-the-chinese-grand-prix/) - The 2026 Chinese Grand Prix produced a dramatic race full of problems and surprises. In the end, 19-year-old Kimi Antonelli took a dominant victory - [BREAKING: NORRIS TO START CHINESE GRAND PRIX FROM THE PITLANE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/breaking-norris-to-start-chinese-grand-prix-from-the-pitlane/) - Lando Norris will start the Chinese Grand Prix from the pit lane after his team found an electronic problem on his car before the race. - [F1 ACADEMY - EMMA FELBERMAYR WINS CHAOTIC CHINESE GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-academy-emma-felbermayr-wins-chaotic-chinese-grand-prix/) - The second race of the F1 Academy weekend delivered an eventful round, marked by several incidents. Emma Felbermayr took the victory ahead of Alisha Palmowski. - [BREAKING: FORMULA 1 BAHRAIN AND SAUDI ARABIAN GP CANCELLED](https://motorsportsclicks.com/breaking-formula-1-bahrain-and-saudi-arabian-gp-cancelled/) - Formula 1 has confirmed that the Bahrain and the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, scheduled in April, have been cancelled due to conflicts in the Middle East. - [MARCUS ERICSSON TAKES HISTORIC FIRST POLE POSITION IN INDYCAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marcus-ericsson-takes-historic-first-pole-position-in-indycar/) - Qualifying for the IndyCar race was full of surprises. In the end, Ericsson took pole, his first in IndyCar and his first pole in any series since 2013. - [MCLAUGHLIN AND KIRKWOOD LEAD FREE PRACTICE IN ARLINGTON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mclaughlin-and-kirkwood-lead-free-practice-in-arlington/) - IndyCar drivers began their first experience on the new Arlington street circuit in Texas with two busy practice sessions. Team Penske’s Scott McLaughlin set the pace in the first practice on Friday, while Andretti’s Kyle Kirkwood topped the second session on Saturday morning. The new track is a 2.7-mile street circuit with 14 corners, and - [KIMI ANTONELLI TAKES HISTORIC POLE POSITION IN CHINA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/kimi-antonelli-takes-historic-pole-position-in-china/) - Kimi Antonelli made Formula 1 history in qualifying for the Chinese Grand Prix by taking the first pole position of his career. - [F1 ACADEMY - NINA GADEMAN WINS THE SEASON OPENER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-academy-nina-gademan-wins-the-season-opener/) - The first race of the F1 Academy weekend delivered plenty of action. After 13 laps, Nina Gademan took victory ahead of Natalia Granada and Emma Felbermayr. - [RUSSELL WINS FIRST SPRINT RACE OF THE FORMULA 1 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/russell-wins-first-sprint-race-of-the-formula-1-season/) - George Russell won the Sprint Race at the Chinese Grand Prix after starting from pole position, continuing Mercedes’ strong start to the 2026 season. - [WHY MCLAREN IS NOT AS FAST AS MERCEDES DESPITE HAVING SAME ENGINE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/why-mclaren-is-not-as-fast-as-mercedes-despite-having-same-engine/) - McLaren and Mercedes work together in Formula 1 because the latter supplies the engine that McLaren uses in its car. - [WEC MOVES QATAR ROUND TO OCTOBER FOLLOWING POSTPONEMENT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/wec-moves-qatar-round-to-october-following-postponement/) - The 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) calendar has been adjusted after the organizers decided to postpone the 1812 km of Qatar. - [RUSSELL TAKES DOMINANT POLE FOR THE FIRST SPRINT RACE OF THE F1 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/russell-takes-dominant-pole-for-the-first-sprint-race-of-the-f1-season/) - Mercedes continued its strong start to the season by locking out the front row in Sprint Qualy for the Chinese GP as Russell set the fastest time in Shanghai. - [F1 ACADEMY - PALMOWSKI SECURES FIRST POLE OF THE SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-academy-palmowski-secures-first-pole-of-the-season/) - After dominating practice earlier in the day, Alisha Palmowski confirmed her status as the favourite by taking pole position in F1 Academy at Shanghai. - [MERCEDES STARTS THE CHINESE GP WEEKEND IN STRONG FORM](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mercedes-starts-the-chinese-gp-weekend-in-strong-form/) - The Formula 1 weekend in China began in a similar way to the opening in Australia. Mercedes immediately set the pace during the first and only practice session. - [FIRST DEVELOPMENT BATTLE OF THE F1 SEASON: WHO IS BRINGING UPGRADES TO CHINA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/first-development-battle-of-the-f1-season-who-is-bringing-upgrades-to-china/) - The second round of the 2026 Formula 1 season at the Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai is already giving the first signs of the year’s development race. - [INDYCAR HEADS TO TEXAS FOR THE NEW ARLINGTON GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indycar-heads-to-texas-for-the-new-arlington-grand-prix/) - The 2026 IndyCar season continues with a new event: the Arlington Grand Prix, a brand-new street race that brings the series back to Texas after three years. - [FIA INCREASES LIMIT FOR ENERGY RECHARGE PER LAP FOR CHINA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-increases-limit-for-energy-recharge-per-lap-for-china/) - The FIA has increased the battery recharge limit for the Chinese Grand Prix, allowing teams to recover 9MJ of electrical energy per lap. - [RUSSELL CRITICIZES FERRARI OVER BLOCKING START PROCEDURE CHANGE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/russell-criticizes-ferrari-over-blocking-start-procedure-change/) - George Russell has accused Ferrari of blocking a proposed change to the Formula 1 starting procedure ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix. - [VERSTAPPEN JOKES ABOUT MARIO KART BUT ADMITS FRUSTRATION WITH F1 CARS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-jokes-about-mario-kart-but-admits-frustration-with-f1-cars/) - Formula 1 has returned for the Chinese Grand Prix, and Verstappen has made more comments about the current generation of cars and the racing they produce. - [CONOR DALY JOINS DREYER & REINBOLD FOR THE 110TH INDY 500](https://motorsportsclicks.com/conor-daly-joins-dreyer-reinbold-for-the-110th-indy-500/) - Conor Daly will return to the grid for the 110th Indianapolis 500, with Dreyer & Reinbold Racing for the iconic event at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. - [FORMULA 1 MOVES TO SHANGHAI AFTER EVENTFUL SEASON OPENER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-moves-to-shanghai-after-eventful-season-opener/) - Formula 1 heads to Shanghai for the second race of the season after a dramatic and controversial opening weekend in Melbourne. - [F1 ACADEMY RETURNS WITH SEASON OPENER IN SHANGHAI - FULL GRID](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-academy-returns-with-season-opener-in-shanghai-full-grid/) - The 2026 F1 Academy season gets underway this weekend at the Shanghai Circuit, with a grid made up of promising rookies from karting F4 championships. - [TOTO WOLFF LINKED TO POTENTIAL ALPINE INVESTMENT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/toto-wolff-linked-to-potential-alpine-investment/) - Two of the sport’s most well-known team leaders, Toto Wolff and Christian Horner, are reportedly interested in buying a minority share in the Alpine F1 team. - [DRIVER ANALYSIS FROM INDYCAR ROUND AT PHOENIX: WHO EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS?](https://motorsportsclicks.com/driver-analysis-from-indycar-round-at-phoenix-who-exceeded-expectations/) - The IndyCar Series made its long-awaited return to Phoenix Raceway for the first time since 2018, and the race did not disappoint. - [CHINESE MANUFACTURER BYD CONSIDERS JOINING FORMULA 1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/chinese-manufacturer-byd-considers-joining-formula-1/) - Chinese car manufacturer BYD is reportedly looking into the possibility of entering professional motorsport for the first time. - [FERRARI WORKING ON NEW POWER UNIT CONCEPT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ferrari-working-on-new-power-unit-concept/) - Ferrari continues to push hard on the development of its SF-26, not only on track but also behind the scenes at its engine department. - [FERRARI BRINGS MACARENA WING TO SHANGHAI RATHER THAN MONTREAL](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ferrari-brings-macarena-wing-to-shanghai-rather-than-montreal/) - Ferrari is preparing has decided to bring three examples of its new “Macarena” version 1.0 rear wing to the Chinese Grand Prix, according to Autoracer. - [GABRIELE MINI AND HIS FORMULA 2 WEEKEND IN MELBOURNE: THE COMEBACK AFTER USUAL BAD LUCK](https://motorsportsclicks.com/gabriele-mini-and-his-formula-2-weekend-in-melbourne-the-comeback-after-usual-bad-luck/) - The opening round of the 2026 Formula 2 season in Melbourne delivered a mixed scenario for Gabriele Minì. - [MAX VERSTAPPEN TO RACE THE 2026 24H OF NURBURGRING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/max-verstappen-to-race-the-2026-24h-of-nurburgring/) - Max Verstappen has confirmed that he will take part in the famous 24 Hours of Nürburgring in 2026. The race will take place on May 16–17. - [DRIVERS REPORT BATTERY ISSUES AT THE RACE START](https://motorsportsclicks.com/drivers-report-battery-issues-at-the-race-start/) - A strange situation happened at the start of today’s race, as many drivers reported a lack of battery power while waiting for the lights to go out on the grid. - [WOMEN IN EVERY AREA OF MOTORSPORT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/women-in-every-area-of-motorsport/) - Every year on International Women’s Day, people around the world celebrate the achievements of women in every field. In motorsport, women play important roles everywhere, from driving race cars to managing teams, designing machines, and telling the stories of the sport. Their talent and dedication help motorsport grow stronger and more exciting for everyone. Women - [NEWGARDEN WINS THE INDYCAR PHOENIX 250 AT THE VERY END](https://motorsportsclicks.com/newgarden-wins-the-indycar-phoenix-250-at-the-very-end/) - Newgarden claimed victory at Phoenix after an exciting IndyCar race, earning his 33rd career win and moving to the top of the championship standings. - [GEORGE RUSSELL DOMINATES AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/george-russell-dominates-australian-grand-prix/) - George Russell won the Australian Grand Prix after a very strong race with Mercedes. His car showed incredible speed, and by the end of the race he had lapped every car up to seventh place, proving how dominant the Mercedes was. The race had problems even before the start. Oscar Piastri crashed on his way - [BREAKING: PIASTRI CRASHES OUT ON HIS WAY TO THE GRID AND IS OUT OF THE AUSTRALIAN GP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/breaking-piastri-crashes-out-on-his-way-to-the-grid-and-is-out-of-the-australian-gp/) - Oscar Piastri crashed his car on the way to the starting grid just minutes after the pit lane opened. - [FIA F2 - TSOLOV WINS OPENING FEATURE RACE OF THE SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-f2-tsolov-wins-opening-feature-race-of-the-season/) - The feature race in Melbourne delivered a dramatic and eventful scenario, marked by several safety car periods and a major twist following the retirement of poleman Dino Beganovic. Nikola Tsolov took the victory ahead of Rafael Camara and Laurens Van Hoepen. Starting from pole position, Dino Beganovic had a poor launch and dropped to fifth - [FIA F3 - UGO UGOCHUKWU DOMINATES FIRST FEATURE OF THE YEAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-f3-ugo-ugochukwu-dominates-first-feature-of-the-year/) - The Formula 3 Feature Race in Melbourne delivered an eventful race with plenty of battles throughout the field. Ugo Ugochukwu claimed victory in the end. - [VERSTAPPEN FRUSTRATED BY SOFTWARE ISSUE IN QUALIFYING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-frustrated-by-software-issue-in-qualifying/) - Max Verstappen had a difficult qualifying session at the season-opening race in Melbourne and admitted he was frustrated after crashing in Q1. - [BATTERY ISSUES HURT THE PERFORMANCE OF FERRARI IN QUALY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/battery-issues-hurt-fthe-performance-of-ferrari-in-qualy/) - Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton faced problems with their car’s energy deployment during qualifying for the season-opening race in Melbourne. - [KIMI ANTONELLI KEEPS P2 DESPITE UNSAFE RELEASE BY MERCEDES IN Q3](https://motorsportsclicks.com/kimi-antonelli-keeps-p2-despite-unsafe-release-by-mercedes-in-q3/) - Kimi Antonelli will keep his second-place starting position after qualifying, despite an unusual incident in the pit lane. Mercedes has been fined €7,500 by the FIA after releasing the car of Antonelli in unsafe conditions during the final part of qualifying (Q3). When Antonelli left the garage for his run, two cooling fans were still - [VERSTAPPEN CRASHED IN Q1 DUE TO A SOFTWARE ISSUE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-crashed-in-q1-due-to-a-software-issue/) - Max Verstappen crashed in Q1 during qualifying for the 2026 Formula 1 season opener in Melbourne, and it was caused by a software problem in his car. - [THE 2026 BAHRAIN AND SAUDI ARABIAN GP ARE SET TO BE CANCELLED](https://motorsportsclicks.com/the-2026-bahrain-and-saudi-arabian-gp-are-set-to-be-cancelled/) - The 2026 F1 calendar is set to face sudden changes after growing tensions in the Middle East might force the cancellation of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian GPs. - [RUSSELL TAKES POLE POSITION WITH DOMINANT PERFORMANCE IN F1'S FIRST QUALY OF THE YEAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/russell-takes-pole-position-with-dominant-performance-in-f1s-first-qualy-of-the-year/) - The first qualifying session of the 2026 Formula 1 season at Albert Park delivered plenty of drama. George Russell secured the first pole position of the year - [FIA F2 - DURKSEN DOMINATES ACTION-PACKED SPRINT IN MELBOURNE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-f2-durksen-dominates-action-packed-sprint-in-melbourne/) - The first race of the 2026 Formula 2 season in Melbourne delivered action from start to finish, with Durksen dominating the sprint. - [RUSSELL FASTEST IN PRACTICE 3 BEFORE FIRST QUALIFYING OF 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/russell-fastest-in-practice-3-before-first-qualifying-of-2026/) - The final practice session at the Australian Grand Prix saw Russell go fastest before the first qualifying of the year. - [FIA F3 2026 - BRUNO DEL PINO WINS OPENING SPRINT RACE SHORTENED BY RED FLAG](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-f3-2026-bruno-del-pino-wins-opening-sprint-race-shortened-by-red-flag/) - The first Sprint Race of the 2026 Formula 3 season in Melbourne, win by Bruno del Pino, ended prematurely after a massive accident with the two PREMA drivers. - [INDYCAR AT PHOENIX: THE RETURN OF AN HISTORIC OVAL](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indycar-at-phoenix-the-retunr-of-an-historic-oval/) - After the opening race of the season on the streets of St. Petersburg, the IndyCar goes to Arizona for one of the most interesting events of the early season. - [PIASTRI FASTEST IN FORMULA 1 FREE PRACTICE 2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/piastri-fastest-in-formula-1-free-practice-2/) - The second practice session of the day at the Australian Grand Prix brought a shift in performance compared to the morning, with Piastri on top. - [FIA F2 2026 - DINO BEGANOVIC TAKES STUNNING POLE AT MELBOURNE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-f2-2026-dino-beganovic-takes-stunning-pole-at-melbourne/) - The first qualifying session of the 2026 Formula 2 season in Melbourne was marked by several interruptions and an impressive performance from Dino Beganovic. - [FIA F3 2026 - NAEL BEATS HIS TEAMMATE UGOCHUKWU TO POLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-f3-2026-nael-beats-his-teammate-ugochukwu-to-pole/) - The first qualifying session of the 2026 Formula 3 season delivered plenty of action in Melbourne, the battle for pole position was won by Theophile Nael. - [LECLERC LEADS FIRST PRACTICE OF THE 2026 F1 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/leclerc-leads-first-practice-of-the-2026-f1-season/) - The 2026 Formula 1 season has officially begun at the Albert Park circuit in Melbourne, and at the end of FP1, it was Charles Leclerc who set the fastest time. - [ENGINE ISSUES HEAVILY AFFECT FIRST F1 PRACTICE SESSION OF THE YEAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/engine-issues-heavily-affect-first-f1-practice-session-of-the-year/) - The first practice session of the 2026 Formula 1 season in Melbourne was quickly disrupted by several engine and technical problems across different teams. - [FIA F2 2026 - GABRIELE MINI TOPS HECTIC F2 PRACTICE SESSION](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f2-2026-gabriele-mini-tops-hectic-f2-practice-session/) - The 2026 Formula 2 season began in Melbourne with the first practice session of the weekend. It was a fairly eventful session, led by Gabriele Mini. - [FIA F3 2026 - UGO UGOCHUKWU LEADS OPENING SESSION OF THE SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-f3-2026-ugo-ugochukwu-leads-opening-session-of-the-season/) - The 2026 Formula 3 season officially began in Melbourne with the first practice session at the Albert Park circuit with Ugochukwu fastest in practice. - [FIA FORMULA 2 - SEASON OPENER AT MELBOURNE, THE FULL GRID](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-formula-2-season-opener-at-melbourne-the-full-grid/) - The 2026 Formula 2 season kicks off this weekend in Melbourne and could well be one of the most open campaigns in recent years. - [PETRONAS SECURES FIA APPROVAL FOR MERCEDES’ 2026 FUEL](https://motorsportsclicks.com/petronas-secures-fia-approval-for-mercedes-2026-fuel/) - Petronas has received official approval from the FIA for the sustainable fuel that will power the Mercedes engines in the 2026 Formula 1 season. - [FORMER F1 TEAM BOSS OTMAR SZAFNAUER HAS NEW CEO ROLE IN MOTORSPORT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/former-f1-team-boss-otmar-szafnauer-has-new-ceo-role-in-motorsport/) - Otmar Szafnauer, a well-known name in Formula 1, is starting a new chapter in his long motorsport career with feeder series team Van Amersfoort Racing. - [APRILIA IS THE MANUFACTURER TO BEAT IN 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/aprilia-is-the-manufacturer-to-beat-in-2026/) - The 2026 MotoGP season started in Thailand and we have one clear storyline emerging from the weekend: Aprilia looks like the bike to beat. - [BREAKING: WEC POSTPONES QATAR ROUND AND IMOLA WILL BE 2026 SEASON OPENER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/breaking-wec-postpones-qatar-round-and-imola-to-be-2026-season-opener/) - Because of the conflict in the Middle East, Lusail has suspended activities, forcing the WEC to postpone the Qatar season opener. - [FIA FORMULA 3 2026: ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ROUND ONE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-formula-3-2026-all-you-need-to-know-about-round-one/) - The 2026 Formula 3 season is shaping up to be particularly competitive, as the grid showcases an impressive level of talent. - [FIRST INDYCAR RACE OF THE YEAR: DRIVER ANALYSIS FROM ST. PETE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/first-indycar-race-of-the-year-driver-analysis-from-st-pete/) - IndyCar returned to action after a six-month break with a exciting season opener on the streets of St. Petersburg, Florida. - [ASTON MARTIN SET TO DO LIMITED RUN IN MELBOURNE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/aston-martin-set-to-do-limited-run-in-melbourne/) - Aston Martin and Honda are set to trial emergency fixes at the Australian Grand Prix as they battle reliability concerns ahead of the Formula 1 season opener. - [THE 2026 FORMULA 1 SEASON BEGINS IN AUSTRALIA: IT IS RACE WEEK](https://motorsportsclicks.com/the-2026-formula-1-season-begins-in-australia-it-is-race-week/) - This weekend, the long wait is finally over. The 2026 Formula 1 World Championship begins with the Australian Grand Prix, the first race of a 24-round season. - [PALOU DOMINATES INDYCAR SEASON OPENER IN ST. PETERSBURG](https://motorsportsclicks.com/palou-dominates-indycar-season-opener-in-st-petersburg/) - The new IndyCar season has started in a very familiar way: with Alex Palou in control as he wins the season opener at St. Pete, Florida. - [SCOTT MCLAUGHLIN TAKES POLE AS INDYCAR SEASON KICKS OFF IN ST. PETE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/scott-mclaughlin-takes-pole-as-indycar-season-kicks-off-in-st-pete/) - Scott McLaughlin started the 2026 IndyCar season in the best possible way, taking pole position for the Grand Prix of St. Petersburg. - [BEZZECCHI STRIKES BACK WITH DOMINANT THAI GRAND PRIX VICTORY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bezzecchi-strikes-back-with-dominant-thai-grand-prix-victory/) - The 2026 MotoGP season started with drama, speed, and redemption at Buriram. And at the center of it all was Marco Bezzecchi. - [INDYCAR PRACTICE REPORT AT ST. PETERSBURG](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indycar-practice-report-at-st-petersburg/) - The 2026 IndyCar season began with two competitive practice sessions on the streets of St. Pete, giving an early look at the drivers and teams to watch. - [THRILLING MOTOGP SEASON START AS ACOSTA WINS SPRINT IN THAILAND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/thrilling-motogp-season-start-as-acosta-wins-sprint-in-thailand/) - The 2026 MotoGP season begins with high drama at the Thai Grand Prix. The Tissot Sprint race gives fans an intense battle between Pedro Acosta and Marc Marquez. - [JAKE DENNIS EXTENDS CONTRACT WITH ANDRETTI FORMULA E TEAM](https://motorsportsclicks.com/jake-dennis-extends-contract-with-andretti-formula-e-team/) - Jake Dennis has signed a new multi-year agreement with Andretti, committing to the team as he enters his fifth season with the American outfit in 2026. - [APRILIA FINDS LEGAL AERO F1-STYLE TRICK IN MOTOGP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/aprilia-finds-clever-way-to-reduce-drag-with-legal-aero-trick-in-motogp/) - Aprilia has come up with a new idea in MotoGP that gives it some of the benefits of active aero, even though moving aero parts are not allowed under the rules. - [BEZZECCHI SETS THE PACE IN MOTOGP'S FIRST FRIDAY OF THE YEAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bezzecchi-sets-the-pace-in-first-motogps-friday-of-the-year/) - Marco Bezzecchi sets the pace at Buriram, on MotoGP's first friday of the year. Aprilia looks like the team to beat, as they have come with genious innovations. - [INDYCAR SEASON OPENER IN ST. PETERSBURG: PREMA'S ABSENCE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indycar-season-opener-in-st-petersburg-premas-absence/) - The break is finally over, IndyCar is ready to get back to racing on the streets of St. Petersburg, Florida. Can anyone stop Alex Palou from staying on top? - [MOTOGP 2026 SEASON KICKS OFF IN BURIRAM](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-2026-season-kicks-off-in-buriram/) - The 2026 MotoGP World Championship is ready to begin in Buriram, at the Chang International Circuit in Thailand. - [RED BULL LOSES ANOTHER KEY FIGURE AHEAD OF 2026 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/red-bull-loses-another-key-figure-ahead-of-2026-season/) - Red Bull Racing has lost another key architect of its recent Formula 1 dominance, as Chief Designer Craig Skinner has departed the team. - [MARIO ISOLA WILL LEAVE PIRELLI ON JULY 1ST](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mario-isola-will-leave-pirelli-on-july-1st/) - Mario Isola will step down from his role of Formula 1 Tyre chief at Pirelli and start a new professional experience. - [INDYCAR TO MAKE CHANGES IN TYRE RULES FOR 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indycar-to-make-changes-in-tyre-rules-for-2026/) - IndyCar is making a clear change to how street races will work in 2026. At the six street circuits on the calendar, every driver will have to use Firestone’s faster alternate tire compound two times during the race. This rule turns what was tested before into a permanent part of the championship. The alternate tire, - [THREE RIDERS WHO COULD SURPRISE IN THE 2026 MOTOGP SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/three-riders-who-could-surprise-in-the-2026-motogp-season/) - The 2026 MotoGP season is just around the corner, and it promises to deliver one of the most competitive grids in recent memory. With contracts on the line and several seats still to be decided for 2027, a strong start to the year could define a rider’s future. In a tightly packed midfield where small - [FIA TO INTRODUCE AI PROGRAM FOR TRACK LIMITS DECISIONS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-to-introduce-ai-program-for-track-limits-decisions/) - One of the most debated topics in Formula 1 has long been track limits. Drivers constantly push their cars to the edge of the white lines to gain time, while rival drivers and teams closely watch for any breaches. Traditionally, reviewing these incidents has been slow, often delaying race results. For example, the 2023 Austrian - [FIA CONSIDERS PLAN B FOR 2026 F1 ENGINES AFTER EARLY CONCERNS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-considers-plan-b-for-2026-f1-engines-after-early-concerns/) - The FIA has suggested a possible “Plan B” for the 2026 Formula 1 season if problems appear during the first two races. Under the new 2026 rules, Formula 1 cars will use a much higher level of electric power. The MGU-K, which is the part of the engine that recovers and delivers electric energy, will - [JACK DOOHAN REVEALS DEATH THREATS DURING 2025 FORMULA 1 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/jack-doohan-reveals-death-threats-during-2025-formula-1-season/) - In a shocking revelation, Jack Doohan has opened up about the frightening abuse he faced during his time at Alpine, especially when rumors began circulating that he would be replaced by Franco Colapinto before the middle of the 2025 season. Speaking to Racingnews365, Doohan explained that the situation went far beyond criticism on social media. - [LEWIS HAMILTON CLAIMS 2026 IS GOING TO BE “IT’S GOING TO BE ONE HELL OF A SEASON”](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lewis-hamilton-claims-2026-is-going-to-be-its-going-to-be-one-hell-of-a-season/) - Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton says he feels “re-set and refreshed” as he looks ahead to the 2026 Formula 1 season with Ferrari. After a difficult 2025 campaign filled with struggles, Hamilton explained that he has left the frustration behind him. He admitted that at one point he “forgot who I was,” but now feels - [ALEX DUNNE JOINS THE ALPINE ACADEMY AND TARGETS F1 IN 2027](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alex-dunne-joins-the-alpine-academy-and-targets-f1-in-2027/) - Alex Dunne takes an important step in his career by joining the Alpine Academy F1 Team. The young Irish driver becomes part of the French manufacturer’s development programme with a clear objective: to reach Formula 1 in the short term. After being part of the McLaren academy, Alex Dunne decided to steer his career towards - [LECLERC SEALS F1 PRE-SEASON TESTING WITH ASTONISHING LAP TIMES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/leclerc-seals-f1-pre-season-testing-with-astonishing-lap-times/) - Charles Leclerc set the fastest time of the day and of the whole preseason, as Ferrari finished the tests looking strong and consistent. George Russell was quick in the afternoon after a problem stopped Kimi Antonelli’s Mercedes earlier. Aston Martin was the negative surprise: Lance Stroll completed only six laps after yesterda's problems with Honda's - [CAMARA CONCLUDES THE F2 PRE-SEASON TEST FASTEST](https://motorsportsclicks.com/camara-concludes-the-f2-pre-season-test-fastest/) - The final day of Formula 2 testing featured a particularly eventful morning before a calmer afternoon, mostly dedicated to race simulations. From the early stages of the session, the Campos cars of Noel León and Nikola Tsolov were the quickest, confirming the strong form of the Spanish outfit. However, the session was soon disrupted by - [ANTONELLI FASTEST ON SECOND DAY OF TESTING; ASTON MARTIN STILL HAS ISSUES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonelli-fastest-on-second-day-of-testing-aston-martin-still-has-issues/) - Kimi Antonelli set the fastest time on the second day of the last week of F1 pre-season testing, as the Aston Martin still presents issues with their engine, which prevented Alonso from running in the PM session. After a smooth first day of the second test week, teams returned to the track for the second-to-last - [FORMULA 2 - INVICTA SHINES ON DAY 2 OF TESTING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-invicta-shines-on-day-2-of-testing/) - The second day of Formula 2 pre-season testing in Barcelona was intense and action-packed. With several red flags, qualifying simulations and race runs, the teams continued their preparation work ahead of the season opener in Melbourne in March.Morning: Camara leads in a tightly contested session The morning session was marked by multiple interruptions. The first - [GEORGE RUSSELL FASTEST ON DAY ONE OF BAHRAIN TESTING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/george-russell-fastest-on-day-one-of-bahrain-testing/) - Mercedes set the pace, with George Russell finishing as the fastest driver on Wednesday, first day of the last week of F1 testing. After a very busy first week, where many early questions were answered, teams returned to the track for three more days of running. These are the final test sessions before the real - [THE LINE-UP FOR THE SECOND WEEK OF F1 PRE-SEASON TESTING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/the-line-up-for-the-second-week-of-f1-pre-season-testing/) - Teams are back at the Bahrain International Circuit for three more testing days. Most teams have already done over 1000 km in the previous tests. McLaren and Williams led the mileage with 422 laps each, followed by Ferrari with 421 laps. Teams will continue to test their cars, try new setups, and see what their 2026 machines can do in qualifying trim. Broadcasters - [FORMULA 2 - NOEL LEON SETS THE PACE IN THE FIRST DAY OF TESTING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-noel-leon-sets-the-pace-in-the-first-day-of-testing/) - The 2026 Formula 2 season got underway this Tuesday in Barcelona with the first of three pre-season testing days. Teams and drivers returned to the track for the first time this year to prepare for the upcoming season, ahead of the opening race weekend in Melbourne. First Laps of the Season, Stenshorne Leads the WayThe - [MCLAREN TO PUSH START PROCEDURE CHANGES FOR SAFETY CONCERNS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mclaren-to-push-start-procedure-changes-for-safety-concerns/) - McLaren is calling for the FIA to change its race start procedure before the 2026 season, saying there are serious safety concerns after pre-season testing in Bahrain. During the opening test, drivers were forced to rev their engines much higher and for much longer before the start. Because the MGU-H has been removed from the - [FORMULA 2 2026 SEASON TO START IN BARCELONA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-2026-season-to-start-in-barcelona/) - Formula 2 returns to the track with pre-season testing, marking the real beginning of the season. Over three days, from Tuesday to Thursday, drivers and teams will work to prepare for the first race in Melbourne in March. Even if lap times don’t tell the whole story, these tests are very important. They allow us - [FERMIN ALDEGUER TO MISS MOTOGP SEASON OPENER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fermin-aldeguer-to-miss-motogp-season-opener/) - Fermin Aldeguer will miss the first round of the 2026 MotoGP season in Thailand as he continues to recover from a broken leg. Gresini Racing has confirmed that Ducati test rider Michele Pirro will replace him at Buriram. The 21-year-old Spaniard had already missed the first pre-season test in Sepang. There was still hope he - [ANTÓNIO FÉLIX DA COSTA SHOWS HIS MASTERY TO WIN RACE 2 IN JEDDAH](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonio-felix-da-costa-shows-his-mastery-to-win-race-2-in-jeddah/) - The Portuguese driver claimed his 13th Formula E victory after an intense race under the lights in Jeddah. Jeddah once again delivered the chaos and close wheel-to-wheel action that defines Formula E. But no amount of unpredictability was enough to stop António Félix da Costa on his path to victory. This time, the race followed - [WEHRLEIN DOMINATES FIRST JEDDAH E-PRIX OF THE FORMULA-E WEEKEND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/wehrlein-dominates-first-jeddah-e-prix-of-the-formula-e-weekend/) - Pascal Wehrlein won the first race of the weekend in Jeddah with a strong and controlled drive. Edoardo Mortara started from pole position, ahead of Maximilian Günther and Wehrlein. But Mortara had a very bad start and dropped to seventh place. By the end of lap one, he had recovered to fifth. Günther led the - [MERCEDES ENDS FORMULA 1 BAHRAIN TESTING WITH A 1-2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mercedes-ends-formula-1-bahrain-testing-with-a-1-2/) - The first week of Formula 1 pre-season testing in Bahrain ended at 17:00 with Kimi Antonelli setting the fastest time of the day, a 1:33.669. Oscar Piastri completed the most laps overall, finishing a busy and productive Friday in Sakhir. Morning Session: Early Pace from Russell The day began with no immediate track action. Ferrari - [MORTARA DOMINATES QUALIFYING IN JEDDAH AND TAKES POLE FOR MAHINDRA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mortara-dominates-qualifying-in-jeddah-and-takes-pole-for-mahindra/) - Edoardo Mortara delivered a dominant performance in qualifying 1 of the Jeddah E-prix to take pole position for the first race of the weekend. The Swiss driver was in control from the very beginning. Mortara topped his group in the early stages and set the fastest overall lap time before heading into the knockout duels. - [ALPINE TO LEAVE WEC HYPERCAR CLASS AFTER 2026 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alpine-to-leave-wec-hypercar-class-after-2026-season/) - Alpine has announced that it will leave the World Endurance Championship Hypercar class at the end of the 2026 season, bringing its five-year journey in the top category to a close. The French brand joined the Hypercar class in 2021, the first year of the new rules. Since then, it has competed in every season - [FIA FORMULA 3 – FINAL DAY OF TESTING OFFERS FIRST REAL GLIMPSE OF THE COMPETITIVE ORDER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-formula-3-final-day-of-testing-offers-first-real-glimpse-of-the-competitive-order/) - The first 2026 FIA Formula 3 pre-season test concluded today at the Circuit de Barcelona with the third and final day of running. After two opening days marked by extremely small gaps between drivers and teams, Thursday provided one last opportunity for everyone to fine-tune their setups and fully adapt ahead of the championship opener - [FORMULA E ARRIVES IN JEDDAH FOR THE FIRST DOUBLE-HEADER OF THE SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-arrives-in-jeddah-for-the-first-double-header-of-the-season/) - Rounds 4 and 5 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship take place this week (Feb 12–14), marking the first of six double-headers scheduled this season. Miami Rewards Consistency Miami delivered one of the most chaotic Formula E races in recent memory. Unpredictable weather set the tone, with the race beginning under Safety Car - [LECLERC AND NORRIS TOP SECOND AS MERCEDES FINDS TROUBLES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/leclerc-and-norris-top-second-as-mercedes-finds-troubles/) - The second day of Formula 1 pre-season testing at the Sakhir circuit in Bahrain began after a first day marked by problems for Aston Martin and strong performance from Red Bull, teams returned to the track ready to continue their programs. Just 10 minutes into the session, at 08:10, the first red flag of the - [LINE-UPS FOR THE FIRST THREE DAYS OF F1 TESTS IN BAHRAIN AND WHAT IS PIRELLI BRINGING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/line-ups-for-the-first-three-days-of-f1-tests-in-bahrain-and-what-is-pirelli-bringing/) - Because Formula 1 teams are only allowed to run one car per session during pre-season testing, both race drivers must share the driving duties. Over the course of a test, each driver typically gets around one and a half days in the car, which works out to roughly 12 hours of track time. Teams approach - [HONDA AND CHEVROLET SET TO CONTINUE AS ENGINE PROVIDERS IN INDYCAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/honda-and-chevrolet-set-to-continue-as-engine-providers-in-indycar/) - Penske Entertainment has reached agreements with Chevrolet and Honda to keep both manufacturers in the IndyCar Series until 2030, ending long-running uncertainty about their futures, as per Marshall Pruett. The two brands will continue supplying the current 2.2-liter twin-turbo hybrid V6 engines through 2027, which will serve as a transition year. In 2028, they are - [UGO UGOCHUKWU FASTEST IN SECOND DAY OF FORMULA 3 PRE-SEASON TESTING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ugo-ugochukwu-fastest-in-second-day-of-formula-3-pre-season-testing/) - After a relatively calm first day of testing that saw Freddie Slater finish fastest, the second day of Formula 3 pre-season testing took place this Wednesday, with drivers and teams pushing harder than yesterday and the classification becoming increasingly meaningful ahead of the end of the test. The morning session saw more drivers on track - [WORLD CHAMPION LANDO NORRIS SEALS DAY 1 OF FORMULA 1 TESTS FASTEST](https://motorsportsclicks.com/world-champion-lando-norris-seals-day-1-of-formula-1-tests-fastest/) - Formula 1 has started one of the most significant pre-seasons of recent decades. We have six crucial days of testing in Bahrain, February 11, 12 and 13, and again on the 18th, 19th and 20th, sessions that will begin to shape the direction of the new campaign and offer the first real clues about the - [INDYCAR CONCLUDES A TWO-DAY TESTING AT SEBRING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indycar-concludes-a-two-day-testing-at-sebring/) - IndyCar has officially begun preparations for the 2026 season with its first preseason tests at Sebring. With winter coming to an end, teams and drivers are back on track ahead of the season opener in St. Petersburg. Sebring is a familiar place for IndyCar testing. The warm weather and demanding surface help teams prepare for - [FORMULA 1 2026 TO OFFICIALLY START IN BAHRAIN TOMORROW: THE PREVIEW](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-2026-to-officially-start-in-bahrain-tomorrow-the-preview/) - With car launch season nearly finished and the Barcelona shakedown now complete, Formula 1 teams are turning their full attention to the next big step in preparing for the 2026 season: official pre-season testing in Bahrain. This year’s testing is especially important. The 2026 regulations bring major changes to both the cars and the power - [FIA FORMULA 3 – BARCELONA, A FIRST DAY OF TESTING SEES SLATER ON TOP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-formula-3-barcelona-a-first-day-of-testing-sees-slater-on-top/) - The 2026 Formula 3 season officially got underway this Tuesday at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, which hosts the first of three days of pre-season testing. A key moment for teams and drivers ahead of the championship opener in Melbourne. A studious morning to get up to speed During the morning session, teams focused on long - [KIMI ANTONELLI INVOLVED IN LATE-NIGHT CRASH IN SAN MARINO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/kimi-antonelli-involved-in-late-night-crash-in-san-marino/) - Kimi Antonelli was involved in a car crash in San Marino late on Saturday night as per San Marino RTV. The incident happened while a Mercedes-AMG GT PRO 4MATIC+, a very rare model with only 200 units produced, was traveling toward San Marino City. According to the Civil Police, the exact cause of the accident - [FORMULA 3 – BARCELONA KICKS OFF THE 2026 SEASON TOMORROW WITH PRE-SEASON TESTING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-3-barcelona-kicks-off-the-2026-season-tomorrow-with-pre-season-testing/) - Formula 3 is back on track. Starting tomorrow, the Barcelona circuit will host the 2026 pre-season tests, the first concrete step ahead of the championship opener in Australia in March. Over three days, the 30 drivers and 10 teams on the grid will begin a crucial working phase to lay solid foundations for the 2026 - [ÁLEX MÁRQUEZ LEADS FINAL DAY OF SEPANG TESTS AHEAD OF BEZZECCHI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alex-marquez-leads-final-day-of-sepang-tests-ahead-of-bezzecchi/) - The 2025 MotoGP runner-up, Spanish rider Álex Márquez, finished the Sepang pre-season tests on top on Thursday. Riding for Gresini Ducati, he set the fastest time of the three-day test in Malaysia. The day also marked Yamaha’s return after fixing recent problems with its new V4 engine. Álex set the pace with a best lap - [HONDA TOPS OF DAY 2 OF MOTOGP PRE-SEASON; NO TRACK TIME FOR YAMAHA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/honda-tops-of-day-2-of-motogp-pre-season-no-track-time-for-yamaha/) - Joan Mir was the fastest rider on the second day of the MotoGP collective test at Sepang, in a day affected by rain, extreme heat, and the complete absence of Yamaha bikes on track. The afternoon session was cut short when rain arrived shortly before 5 p.m. local time. Track action had already been limited - [FORMULA 3: ENZO DELIGNY SET TO LEAVE PREMA FOR VAR JUST DAYS BEFORE TESTING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-3-enzo-deligny-set-to-leave-prema-for-var-just-days-before-testing/) - With pre-season testing approaching, the grid was thought to be settled for several weeks, but further changes are still taking place. The situation at PREMA had been known to be unstable for several weeks, with several key departures. The exit of the Rosin family and that of Guillaume Capietto, technical director since 2015, have only - [MARQUEZ LEADS FIRST DAY OF MOTOGP PRE-SEASON TESTS; QUARTARARO WITHDRAWS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marquez-leads-first-day-of-motogp-pre-season-tests-quartararo-withdraws/) - MotoGP officially kicked off its 2026 pre-season testing today at the Sepang Circuit in Malaysia. On a busy first day with almost the full grid on track, Marc Márquez set the fastest time. The session was also marked by a heavy crash involving Fabio Quartararo. Back on a MotoGP bike for the first time since - [JOSHUA DÜRKSEN BECOMES MERCEDES DEVELOPMENT AND TEST DRIVER FOR 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/joshua-durksen-becomes-mercedes-development-and-test-driver-for-2026/) - Joshua Dürksen joins the Mercedes programme for the 2026 season. The Paraguayan driver will take on the role of development and test driver for the German team in Formula 1, marking a major step in his young career. Dürksen will also continue his career in Formula 2 with the Invicta team during the 2026 season. - [BEZZECCHI TO CONTINUE WITH APRILIA IN 2027](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bezzecchi-to-continue-with-aprilia-in-2027/) - The news is out that Italian rider Marco Bezzecchi will continue with the Aprilia factory team into the new regulations. Bez joined the team in 2025 and, after a slow start, quickly gained momentum, becoming one of Marc Márquez’s biggest challengers in the second half of the season. He took three race victories and finished - [HONDA NEARS 2027 WEC RETURN WITH ARX-06 HYPERCAR PROGRAMME](https://motorsportsclicks.com/honda-nears-2027-wec-return-with-arx-06-hypercar-programme/) - As per The Race, Honda is closer than ever to a factory return to the top class of the World Endurance Championship, with a programme built around its ARX‑06 prototype and a potential launch of 2027. While nothing is signed yet, serious talks with partner teams and a clearer internal roadmap mean this long spoken - [FRME – RACES 2 AND 3: HANNA AND ABKHAZAVA PREVAIL IN EVENTFUL RACES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/frme-races-2-and-3-hanna-and-abkhazava-prevail-in-eventful-races/) - Races 2 and 3 of the FRME delivered a morning full of twists and turns, marked by incidents, neutralisations and several impressive performances within the field. Two intense races that reshuffled the order throughout the morning. Race 2: Hanna opportunistic, Powell caught out at the startRace 2 got off to a difficult start for Alex - [UAE4 – RACES 2 AND 3: COSTOYA TRIUMPHS IN THE CHAOS, BONDAREV STRIKES HARD IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/uae4-races-2-and-3-costoya-triumphs-in-the-chaos-bondarev-strikes-hard-in-the-championship/) - The UAE4 morning delivered two very different races. Race 2 was action-packed and marked by a major incident, while Race 3 was calmer, with the main championship contenders keeping things under control. Race 2: Costoya solid, Consani spectacularAt the start, Christian Costoya retained the lead, while Alp Aksoy saw his hopes disappear at the first - [MITCH EVANS CHARGES FROM NINTH TO WIN THRILLING WET FORMULA E RACE IN MIAMI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mitch-evans-charges-from-ninth-to-win-thrilling-wet-formula-e-race-in-miami/) - Mitch Evans claimed a strong win in a rain-affected Miami Formula E race, giving Jaguar their first big result of the 2025–26 season. The Kiwi driver started ninth on the grid but worked his way through the pack to take the lead and control the race. Rain fell about 45 minutes before the race at - [NICO MÜLLER STORMS TO FIRST FORMULA E POLE AS DRUGOVICH SHINES IN MIAMI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/nico-muller-storms-to-first-formula-e-pole-as-drugovich-shines-in-miami/) - Nico Müller claimed his first-ever Formula E pole position at the Miami E-Prix, delivering a standout performance after a consistently strong qualifying session. The Swiss driver finally etched his name into the record books after 85 qualifying appearances in the championship. Group Stage In Group A, Müller advanced to the Duels in fourth place, qualifying - [PIERRE GASLY INVESTS IN MOTOGP TEAM TECH3](https://motorsportsclicks.com/pierre-gasly-invests-in-motogp-team-tech3/) - Pierre Gasly, the Alpine Formula 1 driver, has bought shares in the Tech3 MotoGP team through his Trail Slam investment fund. This move comes months after the team was taken over by investors led by Gunther Steiner and IKON Capital in September 2025. Tech3 announced a fresh round of shareholders, including BoltVentures, led by David - [FRMET – A PERFECT DAY FOR TAITO KATO IN DUBAI!](https://motorsportsclicks.com/frmet-a-perfect-day-for-taito-kato-in-dubai/) - In qualifying, Taito Kato proved to be the fastest, securing pole position for Race 1, a major advantage heading into the race. Alex Powell claimed pole for Race 3. Also worth noting was the impressive performance of Emanuele Olivieri, a pleasant surprise on his first weekend in the category. At the start of Race 1, - [UAE4 – KENZO CRAIGIE IMPERIOUS AND DOMINANT IN QUALIFYING AND RACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/uae4-kenzo-craigie-imperious-and-dominant-in-qualifying-and-race/) - The day was marked by a commanding performance from Kenzo Craigie, who delivered impressive qualifying sessions, securing both pole positions and taking victory in Race 1. The young Mercedes junior driver confirmed the strong form already seen in Abu Dhabi. He was consistently followed by Oleksandr Bondarev and Andy Consani in both qualifying and the - [FRME & UAE4 – DUBAI: A WEEKEND ALREADY DECISIVE FOR THE SEASON?](https://motorsportsclicks.com/frme-uae4-dubai-a-weekend-already-decisive-for-the-season/) - FRME: the title fight begins to take shape After two rounds held in Abu Dhabi, the Formula Regional Middle East heads to the Dubai Autodrome this weekend for the third meeting of the season. In the standings, Rashid Al Dhaheri leads the way with 103 points, strengthening his position at the top after the opening - [FORMULA-E ARRIVES IN MIAMI AS CITROËN AND CASSIDY AIM TO EXTEND STRONG FORM](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-arrives-in-miami-as-citroen-and-cassidy-aim-to-extend-strong-form/) - Round 3 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship is just around the corner, with the Miami E-Prix set to add another chapter to an already compelling start to the season. Although the campaign is still in its early stages, there is already plenty at stake as teams and drivers look to establish themselves - [DONALD TRUMP CONFIRMS PLANS FOR INDYCAR RACE IN WASHINGTON D.C. IN 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/donald-trump-confirms-plans-for-indycar-race-in-washington-d-c-in-2026/) - Plans are confirmed for an IndyCar street race in Washington, D.C. in 2026, something that first sounded unlikely but is now official. U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to create the “Freedom 250,” an IndyCar race planned for August 21–23, 2026. The race would be held around the National Mall as part - [FINAL DAY OF F1 2026 PRE-SEASON TESTING IN BARCELONA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/final-day-of-f1-2026-pre-season-testing-in-barcelona/) - The fifth and final day of Formula 1 2026 pre-season testing took place at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, bringing the winter tests to a close with strong pace, long runs, and a late push on soft tyres. The day began at 09:00 with the green light and plenty of early activity. Seven drivers were on - [PEDRO ACOSTA SET TO SIGN FOR DUCATI AND JOIN MARC MARQUEZ](https://motorsportsclicks.com/pedro-acosta-set-to-sign-for-ducati-and-join-marc-marquez/) - The factory seat musical chairs continue in MotoGP as KTM star Pedro Acosta is set to join Ducati. Acosta impressed immediately when stepping up to MotoGP with the GasGas team before being promoted to KTM’s Factory team in 2025. He immediately proved himself as the top rider in the Austrian stable and finished the season - [MERCEDES TOPS ANOTHER DAY OF TESTING; ASTON MARTIN DEBUTS WITH PROBLEMS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mercedes-tops-another-day-of-testing-aston-martin-debuts-with-problems/) - The fourth day of Formula 1 2026 pre-season testing took place this Thursday at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, with a busy schedule, strong pace from Mercedes, and the long-awaited debut of the new Aston Martin AMR26. The day started with high expectations. Aston Martin had announced earlier in the week that their goal was to - [JORGE MARTIN SET TO REPLACE FABIO QUARTARARO AT YAMAHA IN 2027](https://motorsportsclicks.com/jorge-martin-set-to-replace-fabio-quartararo-at-yamaha-in-2027/) - After the bombshell news of Fabio Quartararo heading to Honda, the next piece of the puzzle seems to be slotting into place. 2024 Champion Jorge Martin is being lined up to replace the Frenchman at the Japanese manufacturer, as per Motorsport.com. Jorge Martin's time at Aprilia has been tumultuous, with tension from both sides when - [PREMA RACING SET TO MISS FIRST FOUR RACES OF THE 2026 INDYCAR SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/prema-racing-set-to-miss-first-four-races-of-the-2026-indycar-season/) - Questions about PREMA Racing’s future in IndyCar began soon after the end of the 2025 season. During the offseason, several reports suggested the Italian team was unsure about its plans for 2026. PREMA joined IndyCar in 2025 as the 11th team on the grid. Overall, the season was difficult. While struggles were expected from a - [BREAKING NEWS: HONDA TO SIGN FABIO QUARTARARO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/breaking-news-honda-to-sign-fabio-quartararo/) - The French rider who made his debut with Petronas SRT in 2019, will leave Yamaha after 8 seasons with the Japanese factory. He will join Honda on an initial 2 year deal when his current contract expires at the end of 2026 as per Motorsport.com. “El Diablo” will leave Yamaha after a fruitful partnership in - [SUMMARY OF THE FIRST F1 COLLECTIVE TESTS OF 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/summary-of-the-first-f1-collective-tests-of-2026/) - The 2026 Formula 1 season started today with the first day of pre-season testing at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. Several teams were on track, including Mercedes, Alpine, Red Bull, Audi, Haas and Cadillac, while Ferrari, McLaren and Aston Martin did not run. As soon as the pit lane opened at 09:00, Mercedes and Alpine sent - [MERCEDES FASTEST OVERALL IN THIRD DAY OF FORMULA 1 TESTING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mercedes-fastest-overall-in-third-day-of-formula-1-testing/) - The third day of Formula 1 2026 pre-season testing took place at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya under much better weather than the day before, with sunshine and cool temperatures encouraging more teams to run. The day began with optimism, as McLaren were finally expected to debut their new MCL40. Mercedes, McLaren and Haas confirmed they - [MAVERICK VIÑALES SET FOR RED BULL KTM FACTORY RIDE IN 2027?](https://motorsportsclicks.com/maverick-vinales-set-for-red-bull-ktm-factory-ride-in-2027/) - In recent days, the Spaniard, 31, has been linked with a step up from satellite outfit Tech3 to KTM’s main team. These rumours have emerged due to the likelihood of star rider Pedro Acosta switching to a rival team. Tech3, Viñales’ current team, could be going through several changes before 2027, and it appears KTM - [NO CHANGES AT AF CORSE: WEC SQUAD KEEPS HYPERCAR WINNING TRIO AT LE MANS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/no-changes-at-af-corse-wec-squad-keeps-hypercar-winning-trio-at-le-mans/) - AF Corse has confirmed today that Robert Kubica and Phil Hanson will team up again with Yifei Ye in the #83 Ferrari 499P Hypercar, the same machine that brought them victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans 2025, for the 2026 WEC season. Entering their first full season together as a trio, Robert Kubica, - [SECOND DAY OF F1 TESTING AT BARCELONA: HADJAR CRASHES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/second-day-of-f1-testing-at-barcelona-hadjar-crashes/) - The second day of Formula 1 2026 pre-season testing took place at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya under difficult weather conditions, with rain playing a big role and limiting running for many teams. Before the session began, it was reported that Racing Bulls, Mercedes, Alpine, Cadillac and Audi would not take part due to the rain - [MOTOGP TESTING CALENDAR CONFIRMED: ALDEGUER ABSENT AT SEPANG](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-testing-calendar-confirmed-aldeguer-absent-at-sepang/) - MotoGP’s pre-season is about to begin, and the full test schedule for the 2026 season is now confirmed. The Shakedown Test runs from January 29 to 31. After that, the first official test takes place in Sepang, Malaysia, from February 3 to 5. The Season Launch event will be held in Kuala Lumpur on February - [FRMET – RACES 2 AND 3: CONTRASTING STRATEGIES AND STOP-START RACES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/frmet-races-2-and-3-contrasting-strategies-and-stop-start-races/) - Races 2 and 3 of the Formula Regional Middle East were marked by tricky conditions, decisive tyre choices and numerous neutralisations… Race 2: mixed strategies and midfield battles The second race gets underway behind the Safety Car, with varied strategies in play: some drivers start on slick tyres, while others opt for wet tyres. Right - [UAE4 – RACES 2 AND 3: CHAOTIC WEATHER AND NON-STOP ACTION IN ABU DHABI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/uae4-races-2-and-3-chaotic-weather-and-non-stop-action-in-abu-dhabi/) - The UAE4 weekend continued to deliver plenty of twists and turns during Races 2 and 3, both marked by tricky weather conditions, multiple neutralisations and spectacular on-track battles. Race 2: a race completely turned upside down by rain The second race of the weekend gets off to a strong start with an excellent launch from - [DAYTONA 24H: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE THE GREEN FLAG](https://motorsportsclicks.com/daytona-24h-everything-you-need-to-know-before-the-green-flag/) - The 2026 Rolex 24 At Daytona qualifying was defined by a fast, tightly packed field and a set of penalties that reshaped the grid before the race even began. The key storylines came from GTP pole being lost in post‑session checks and a major GTD Pro contender being sent to the back. Provisional pole went - [FRMET – A LIVELY OPENING DAY WITH EVENTFUL QUALIFYING AND A CHAOTIC RACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/frmet-a-lively-opening-day-with-eventful-qualifying-and-a-chaotic-race/) - Surprising qualifying sessions As in UAE4, Q1 set the grid for Race 1, while Q2 determined the starting order for Race 3. Sebastian Wheldon bounced back compared to last weekend to secure pole position, while it proved more difficult for other drivers, notably Taito Kato. A red flag in Q2 disrupted the rhythm just as - [UAE4 – KEY QUALIFYING SESSIONS AND AN UNSURPRISING OPENING RACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/uae4-key-qualifying-sessions-and-an-unsurprising-opening-race/) - The first race of the UAE4 weekend saw the overall hierarchy respected, with a race marked by a few important battles before a finish under Safety Car conditions. Intense qualifying sessions for the weekend As per the format, Q1 set the grid for Race 1, while Q2 will determine the starting order for Race 3. - [RACING BULLS APPOINT DAN FALLOWS AS TECHNICAL DIRECTOR AHEAD OF 2026 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/racing-bulls-appoint-dan-fallows-as-technical-director-ahead-of-2026-season/) - Racing Bulls have strengthened their technical leadership by appointing Dan Fallows as Technical Director. The experienced aerodynamicist will join the team in April, reporting to Chief Technical Officer Tim Goss and overseeing the squad’s overall technical direction across design, aerodynamics and performance. Fallows arrives following the departure of Jody Egginton, who moved to Red Bull - [ALEX PALOU ORDERED TO PAY MCLAREN $12M IN DAMAGES AFTER CONTRACT DISPUTE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alex-palou-ordered-to-pay-mclaren-over-12m-in-damages-after-contract-dispute/) - Four-time IndyCar champion Álex Palou has been ordered by a London High Court to pay $12 million to McLaren Racing after breaching a contract with the team. McLaren sued Palou after he backed out of two different agreements to join its IndyCar program, choosing to stay with Chip Ganassi Racing instead. 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The race was then shaped by several battles in the - [FRMET – ABU DHABI: CHRISTIAN HO WINS EVENTFUL RACE 2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/frmet-abu-dhabi-christian-ho-wins-eventful-race-2/) - The second race of the Formula Regional Middle East in Abu Dhabi was marked by numerous incidents from the very start. A major accident occurred at the start when Reza Seewooruthun, who was starting from second position, stalled on the grid. Michael Belov was unable to avoid him and collided with him, triggering a red - [UAE4 - ABU DHABI: VICTORY UNDER RED FLAG FOR MACCAGNANI AFTER CHAOTIC RACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/uae4-abu-dhabi-victory-under-red-flag-for-maccagnani-after-chaotic-race/) - The UAE4 race in Abu Dhabi was delayed and marked by numerous incidents from the very first corners. At Turn 1, a major crash occurred involving Kenzo Craigie, Weiss and Campbell Pilling. Pilling then made contact with Costoya, forcing both drivers to retire. Moments later, another incident happened at the same corner with the crash - ["I CALLED HIM UNCLE MICHAEL" - MAX VERSTAPPEN SPENDS BEAUTIFUL WORDS ON MICHAEL SCHUMACHER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/i-called-him-uncle-michael-max-verstappen-spends-beautiful-words-on-michael-schumacher/) - Max Verstappen shared beautiful words and shared nice memories about Michael Schumacher in an interview with Blick. The 4-time world champion admires Michael's determination and dedication both on and off the track: "He was a driver who worked tirelessly, skilfully and always gave his best. For him, only the victory mattered, regardless of the way - [FORMULA REGIONAL MIDDLE EAST: ABKHAZAVA WINS FROM POLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-regional-middle-east-abkhazava-wins-from-pole/) - The Formula Regional Middle East Championship kicked off its 2026 season this weekend at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, with Abkhazava controlling the opening race thanks to a strong and consistent pace throughout. Throughout the race, Al Dhaheri stayed close to the leader, looking for an opening to launch an attack, but without - [F4 MIDDLE EAST: BONDAREV WINS SEASON OPENER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f4-middle-east-bondarev-wins-season-opener/) - The 2026 UAE4 season officially got underway this weekend at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, with a generally calm opening race, though still marked by a few overtakes. Author of a solid and error-free race, Bondarev controlled the event, making the most of a strong pace throughout. Behind him, Andy Consani produced a - [FORD RACING'S ENTRANCE TO HYPERCAR CLASS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ford-racings-entrance-to-hypercar-class/) - Ford Racing has revealed new information about its upcoming entry into the FIA World Endurance Championship’s Hypercar class, announcing the first three drivers who will take the wheel of one of the two prototype contenders set to debut in 2027. The manufacturer also confirmed that the cars will feature a naturally aspirated V8 power unit. - [RED BULL AND RACING BULLS REVEAL THEIR 2026 LIVERY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/red-bull-and-racing-bulls-reveal-their-2026-livery/) - Oracle Red Bull Racing Reveals 2026 F1 Livery in Detroit Oracle Red Bull Racing has officially revealed its 2026 Formula One car livery in Detroit, marking the start of a new era for the team. The launch also celebrates the beginning of Red Bull Ford Powertrains, a new engine partnership between Red Bull and Ford. - [FRMET & UAE4 – ABU DHABI: 2026 SEASON GETS UNDERWAY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/frmet-uae4-abu-dhabi-2026-season-gets-underway/) - A closely watched season opener The Formula Regional Middle East and the UAE4 kick off their season this weekend at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi. After two days of testing held yesterday and today, teams and drivers approach this opening round with clearer reference points, but also with many questions still surrounding the - [AUDI IS THE FIRST TEAM TO REACH MINIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/audi-is-the-first-team-to-reach-minimum-weight-limit/) - Audi has reached an important milestone before the start of its first Formula 1 season. According to sources close to the team, Audi is the first and only team to have reached the minimum weight limit set by the FIA. This could be a big advantage at the start of the championship. A similar situation - [THE END OF AN ERA: RENÉ ROSIN AND THE ROSIN FAMILY DEPART PREMA RACING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/the-end-of-an-era-rene-rosin-and-the-rosin-family-depart-prema-racing/) - The Rosin family has left Prema, the racing team founded by Angelo Rosin in 1983. The reasons for the separation have not been made public. The news has had a strong impact across the motorsport world. Over the years, Prema grew into one of the leading teams in junior single-seater racing. The Rosin family, including - [FERRARI MAKES IMPORTANT CHANGES IN THE TECHNICAL TEAM](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ferrari-makes-important-changes-in-the-technical-team/) - According to AutoRacer.it, a significant change is taking place within Ferrari’s organisational structure: John Lockwood, currently Head of Composites Design for the Formula 1 team, is set to leave his role to join the Ferrari Hypersail project. His position in Formula 1 will be covered on an interim basis by personnel already within the company. - [FERRARI REPORTEDLY FACED DELAYS AHEAD OF THE SF-26 LAUNCH](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ferrari-reportedly-faced-delays-ahead-of-the-sf-26-launch/) - As we approach the 2026 season, movement inside the paddock seems more intense than ever, with teams rushing to complete everything before the closed-door test begins in Barcelona on January 26.According to Giuliano Duchessa and Autoracer.it, Ferrari is facing delays in its schedule due to late changes to the SF-26 prior to assembly. While some - [CASSIDY DELIVERS CITROEN ITS FIRST EVER WIN IN FORMULA-E](https://motorsportsclicks.com/cassidy-delivers-citroen-its-first-ever-win-in-formula-e/) - Citroën claimed its first-ever Formula E victory in just its second race in the championship, thanks to a brilliant drive from Nick Cassidy in Mexico City. Cassidy, who joined the former Maserati MSG team from Jaguar over the winter, started the race only 13th on the grid and spent much of the early running outside - [SÉBASTIEN BUEMI TAKES THE 150TH POLE IN FORMULA E HISTORY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/sebastien-buemi-takes-the-150th-pole-in-formula-e-history/) - Formula E reached a significant milestone today with the 150th qualifying session in its history, an impressive achievement for a championship that has been running since 2014. Fittingly, the landmark pole position was claimed by a Season 1 veteran: Sébastien Buemi. In the group stage, proceedings followed a familiar pattern. Jake Dennis, winner of Round - [CFMOTO: A NEW TEAM IN MOTOGP?](https://motorsportsclicks.com/cfmoto-a-new-team-in-motogp/) - With the financial issues that KTM have been battling, could investment or even a takeover by a Chinese company be an option? 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The week after the 2025 finale at Abu Dhabi, Racingnews365.com had reported that the notorious race engineer that worked for Max Verstappen for a significant number of seasons, would stay for the next year - [FORMULA 1 2026 ENGINE LOOPHOLE: IS MERCEDES SAFE?](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-engine-loophole-is-mercedes-safe/) - A disagreement between Formula 1 engine manufacturers over the 2026 engine rules has raised fears that next season could be unbalanced before it even begins. The argument centres on a new rule that limits engine compression ratio to 16:1. Mercedes and Red Bull are believed to have designed their engines so that they meet this - [WEC 2026 ENTRY LIST REVEALED: WHICH LINE-UPS ARE CHANGING?](https://motorsportsclicks.com/wec-2026-entry-list-revealed/) - The 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship grid brings together a 35‑car field, with 17 Hypercars and 18 LMGT3 entries confirmed for the eight‑round season. The mix of factory powerhouses and ambitious privateers sets up one of the most competitive WEC campaigns in recent years. Hypercar class Ferrari Ferrari – AF Corse leads the way in - [FORMULA 1 TO RETURN TO PORTUGAL IN 2027 AND 2028](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-to-return-to-portugal-in-2027-and-2028/) - Formula 1 will return to Portugal in the 2027 and 2028 seasons, with the race held at the Algarve International Circuit in Portimão. The official announcement will be made this Tuesday, December 16th by the Minister of Economy, Manuel Castro Almeida, confirming what Prime Minister Luís Montenegro had said earlier this year. The circuit last - [FORMULA 1 RESERVE DRIVER IWASA CLINCHES SUPERFORMULA TITLE: THE RUN TOWARDS IT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-reserve-driver-iwasa-clinches-superformula-title-the-run-towards-it/) - In 2025 Ayumu Iwasa came from P4 heading into the final race, to take the title in the Japanese SuperFormula. The 24-year-old Japanese driver had deputised in the 2024 season for Team Mugen and had a solid first season, taking three podiums on his way to P5 overall. However, this season he showed his true - [INDEPENDENT OFFICIATING STRUCTURE TO LAUNCH IN INDYCAR FOR 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/independent-officiating-structure-to-launch-in-indycar-for-2026/) - Beginning in 2026, INDYCAR will introduce a new independent system to handle officiating for both the NTT INDYCAR SERIES and INDY NXT by Firestone. The organization created for this purpose is called INDYCAR Officiating Inc., a not-for-profit group led by a three-person Independent Officiating Board. This board will oversee all major decisions related to race - [HELMUT MARKO SIGNED LINDBLAD AND DUNNE WITHOUT RED BULL'S PERMISSIONS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/helmut-marko-signed-lindblad-and-dunne-without-red-bulls-permissions/) - Helmut Marko has been fired from the Red Bull Formula 1 team after taking unwanted actions throughout the 2025 season. As reported by limburger.nl, Helmut Marko has been kicked out from the Austrian team, but what are the main reasons behind it? The Story Christian Horner had been fired from Red Bull earlier this year, - [LANDO NORRIS SECURES 2025 F1 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP AS VERSTAPPEN WINS IN ABU DHABI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lando-norris-secures-2025-f1-world-championship-as-verstappen-wins-in-abu-dhabi/) - Lando Norris handled the pressure of a tense Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to finish third and secure his first Formula 1 Drivers’ Championship. He followed race winner Max Verstappen and McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri across the line, doing exactly what he needed to take the 2025 title. Norris started the race from second, between Verstappen - [FAREWELL TO RENAULT ENGINES AFTER 44 SEASONS IN FORMULA 1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/farewell-to-renault-engines-after-44-seasons-in-formula-1/) - After 44 seasons, Renault Engine leave Formula 1 as announced with its shutdown in the production earlier this season. A Renault engine took part in its first ever race at the 1977 British Grand Prix, with the Renault-Giordini team, who only participated in 3 races that year. The first win came 2 years later at - [THE RISE OF LANDO NORRIS: 2025 F1 WORLD CHAMPION](https://motorsportsclicks.com/the-rise-of-lando-norris-2025-f1-world-champion/) - In 2025, under the lights of Abu Dhabi, Lando Norris finally achieved what many had expected for years: the Formula 1 World Championship. It was the result of a long and steady climb from a young karting talent in Bristol to one of the strongest drivers on the grid. A Childhood Built Around Racing Lando - [DUERKSEN CLOSES 2025 F2 SEASON WITH FEATURE RACE WIN AS INVICTA TAKES TITLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/duerksen-closes-2025-f2-season-with-feature-race-win-as-invicta-takes-title/) - Joshua Duerksen ended the 2025 FIA Formula 2 season with another win, taking victory in the Yas Marina Feature Race for AIX Racing. Roman Stanek finished second, helping Invicta Racing secure the Teams’ Championship. Gabriele Minì completed the podium in third for PREMA Racing. When the race began, Stanek kept the lead into Turn 1. - [JAKE DENNIS WINS CHAOTIC 2025 SÃO PAULO E-PRIX AFTER LATE RED FLAG SHOOTOUT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/jake-dennis-wins-chaotic-2025-sao-paulo-e-prix-after-late-red-flag-shootout/) - Andretti’s Jake Dennis started the 2025 São Paulo E-Prix (Round 1) from pole position and won the race, but it was far from an easy, calm drive. The race had 30 laps and many things happened. Dennis made a strong start and stayed with the leaders as the race changed many times. Late in the - [LINDBLAD HOLDS OFF DUERKSEN TO WIN YAS MARINA SPRINT RACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lindblad-holds-off-duerksen-to-win-yas-marina-sprint-race/) - Arvid Lindblad held off Joshua Duerksen all the way to the line to win the Yas Marina Sprint Race. The Campos Racing driver started from the front and stayed ahead for all 23 laps, taking his third win of the season. Duerksen finished second, and Nikola Tsolov earned his first Formula 2 podium in third, - [FORMULA-E: WEHRLEIN TAKES POLE BUT GRID PENALTY SHAKES UP SÃO PAULO QUALIFYING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-wehrlein-takes-pole-but-grid-penalty-shakes-up-sao-paulo-qualifying/) - Qualifying in the hot São Paulo weather was full of drama. Pascal Wehrlein took his third straight Julius Baer Pole Position at this track. But even though he was fastest, he must drop three places on the starting grid because he spun his wheels while leaving the pit lane, which is not allowed under the - [VERSTAPPEN TAKES POLE IN TITLE-DECIDING ABU DHABI QUALIFYING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-takes-pole-in-title-deciding-abu-dhabi-qualifying/) - Max Verstappen will start the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix from pole position. The Red Bull driver delivered a brilliant lap in Q3, beating McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. Piastri was fastest in Q1 and George Russell led Q2, but Verstappen raised the bar at the start of Q3 and then improved again. His - [FORMULA-E: SEASON OPENER ABOUT TO START IN BRAZIL](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-season-opener-about-to-start-in-brazil/) - The start of Formula E Season 12 in Brazil feels like a big breath before a long, fast run. Brazil makes everything stronger, the sounds, the heat, the fans. The paddock feels alive, almost buzzing with the same energy as the cars. Beginning the season in a country with such deep love for racing gives - [ANTONIO FELIX DA COSTA VERY HAPPY OF WEC RETURN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/antonio-felix-da-costa-very-happy-of-wec-return/) - For the 2024 and the 2025 season, the Portuguese Antonio Félix da Costa was denied of a campaign in WEC while racing in Formula-E for Porsche, but it will not be the same in 2026. Da Costa has signed for Jaguar in Formula-E season 12 and has regained the possibility of taking part in the - [FORMULA-E FREE PRACTICE 1 HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO TECHNICAL ISSUES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-free-practice-1-has-been-cancelled-due-to-technical-issues/) - Formula-E free practice 1 is cancelled due to technical problems. A Cupra Kiro member told Motorsportsclicks that the session was cancelled due to radio communication issues. Before getting cancelled, the session was delayed four times. Drivers will head out tomorrow to the track at 07:30 AM Local time for the Free Practice 2. Join our - [ROMAN STANEK TAKES POLE IN YAS MARINA AS PENALTIES SHAKE UP THE GRID](https://motorsportsclicks.com/roman-stanek-takes-pole-in-yas-marina-as-penalties-shake-up-the-grid/) - Roman Stanek had a great Qualifying session and took his second Aramco Pole Position Award of the season. He beat DAMS Lucas Oil driver Jak Crawford and his Invicta Racing teammate Leonardo Fornaroli at Yas Marina. Stanek set a time of 1:36.836, putting him on pole position. Crawford was very close behind, only 0.087s slower. - [FORMULA E: WHICH TEAMS ARE ALREADY COMMITTED TO GEN4](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-which-teams-are-already-committed-to-gen4/) - Season 12 of Formula E has only just begun, but the championship is already looking firmly toward the future. The next campaign will mark one of the biggest steps in the sport’s history, as the GEN4 car makes its competitive debut and begins a new era of electric racing. Even before the first race of - [LANDO NORRIS LEADS VERSTAPPEN AND RUSSELL IN ABU DHABI FP2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lando-norris-leads-verstappen-and-russell-in-abu-dhabi-fp2/) - McLaren’s Lando Norris was the fastest driver in Friday’s second practice session for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. He led Red Bull’s Max Verstappen and Mercedes’ George Russell, while his team mate Oscar Piastri finished in 11th place. Using soft tyres, Norris set a lap of 1:23.083 during the one-hour session. This put him 0.363 - [LANDO NORRIS TOPS OPENING PRACTICE IN ABU DHABI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lando-norris-tops-opening-practice-in-abu-dhabi/) - Lando Norris started the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend in the best way possible by going fastest in first practice. The McLaren driver finished ahead of his championship rival Max Verstappen and Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc. The first practice session at Yas Marina was full of new faces, with nine rookie drivers taking part. Only - [WEEKEND PREVIEW OF THE LAST FORMULA 1 RACE OF THE SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/weekend-preview-of-the-last-formula-1-race-of-the-season/) - Twenty-three races are done, one remains, and three drivers still have a shot at the 2025 World Championship. The season will end this weekend in Abu Dhabi, and besides the title fight, several other positions in the standings will be decided. A week ago, only Lando Norris could win the title on his own. After - [FORMULA 2 ARRIVES AT ABU DHABI FOR LAST RACE OF THE SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-arrives-at-abu-dhabi-for-last-race-of-the-season/) - The 2025 Formula 2 season comes to an end this weekend on the Yas Marina circuit. Crowned champion in Qatar, Leonardo Fornaroli heads into this final round in full control, free from pressure and now focused on the next step of his career… which looks highly promising. Fornaroli, champion and new McLaren driver After sealing - [FORMULA E IS BACK: SEASON 12 STARTS IN SÃO PAULO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-is-back-season-12-starts-in-sao-paulo/) - Formula E Season 12 starts this Friday in São Paulo with Free Practice 1 at the Anhembi Sambadrome. Oliver Rowland arrives as the reigning World Drivers’ Champion, and Porsche leads the field after finishing last season as the top team. This weekend, three drivers begin their Formula E careers, each aiming to show their credentials - [TITLE CONTENDERS REFLECT AHEAD THE LAST RACE OF THE F1 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/title-contenders-reflect-ahead-the-last-race-of-the-f1-season/) - The 2025 Formula 1 championship title contenders have reflected on the last race of the season during the press conference on Thursday, December 4th. For Lando Norris, Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri, this is a normal weekend like the others, and they will try to push as much as possible for the win. Additionally, there - [BREAKING NEWS: COURT ACCEPTS LAURA VILLARS' CASE TO CONTEST FIA PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/breaking-news-court-accepts-laura-villars-case-to-contest-fia-presidential-elections/) - Backstory Laura Villars planned to run against current FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem in December’s election. But because of the FIA’s rules, no other candidate is actually able to stand, leaving Ben Sulayem unopposed. Villars has taken the issue to a Paris court. She is asking the judge to pause the 12 December election until - [FORMULA-E FACES BIG SILLY SEASON: WHO IS GOING WHERE?](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-faces-big-silly-season-who-is-going-where/) - The Formula-E World Championship Season 11 was an astonishing year, with Oliver Rowland taking the drivers title and Porsche being victorious among the teams. - [MOHAMMED BEN SULAYEM SET TO BE NOMINATED FIA PRESIDENT AGAIN WITHOUT OPPOSITION](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mohammed-ben-sulayem-set-to-be-nominated-fia-president-again-without-opposition/) - Mohammed Ben Sulayem is set to secure a second term as FIA President in December’s election, effectively running unopposed due to FIA rules. - [FORMULA E AND FIA UNVEIL THE NEW GEN4 RACE CAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-e-and-fia-unveil-the-new-gen4-race-car/) - Formula E and the FIA have revealed the brand-new GEN4 race car, marking a new era for electric motorsport. The car will make its debut in the 2026/27 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship and promises to be the fastest Formula E car ever built. With a maximum power of 600kW (about 815 horsepower) and - [PORSCHE FOCUSED ON FORMULA E: TWO FACTORY TEAMS FROM SEASON 13](https://motorsportsclicks.com/porsche-focused-on-formula-e-two-factory-teams-from-season-13/) - Porsche has strengthened its commitment to electric racing, announcing plans to field an additional factory operation in the FIA Formula E World Championship starting next season. On Monday (17), the manufacturer revealed its intention to place two more works-run cars on the Formula E grid from Season 13 onward, establishing a new in-house team alongside - [REIGNING FORMULA-E CHAMPIONS BEGIN THEIR TITLE DEFENSE: PORSCHE AND ROWLAND TARGETED IN SEASON 12](https://motorsportsclicks.com/reigning-formula-e-champions-begin-their-title-defense-porsche-and-rowland-targeted-in-season-12/) - Formula E Season 12 begins this weekend at the São Paulo E-Prix, and all eyes are on one team and one driver: the Porsche Formula E Team, the reigning Teams’ and Manufacturers’ Champions, and Oliver Rowland, the defending World Drivers’ Champion. Rowland captured last season’s title in a highly unusual yet dominant campaign. The British - [RED BULL ANNOUNCES ITS DRIVER LINE-UPS FOR 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/red-bull-announces-its-two-driver-line-ups-for-2026/) - With 5 days left to the end of the 2025 season, Red Bull finally reveals the four names that will represent both Oracle Red Bull Racing and Visa Cash App Racing Bulls in the 2026 Formula 1 Championship. Red Bull Racing welcomes its young talent Isack Hadjar, bringing a fresh mix of youth and experience - [MCLAREN SIGNS THREE NEW NAMES IN THEIR DRIVERS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mclaren-signs-three-new-drivers-in-their-driver-developement-programme/) - McLaren Racing today announced that 2025 FIA Formula 2 Champion Leonardo Fornaroli, 2019 Macau Grand Prix in FIA F3 World Cup winner Richard Verschoor and 2025 FIA Karting European Champion Christian Costoya have joined the McLaren Driver Development Programme. 2025 FIA Formula 2 World Champion Leonardo Fornaroli will join the McLaren Formula 1 team in 2026 with a test and - [TSUNODA SET FOR INDYCAR MOVE AS HADJAR GETS PROMOTED](https://motorsportsclicks.com/tsunoda-set-for-indycar-move-as-hadjar-gets-promoted/) - During the course of the Abu Dhabi race week, Isack Hadjar is set to be announced as the second driver in Red Bull Racing. After Helmut Marko delayed his decisions about the seats of both Red Bull and Racing Bulls, the Austrian has finally come to a conclusion. Isack Hadjar will be stepping up to - [FERRARI HAS THE WORST ON-TRACK RESULTS IN 2025: THE REASONS BEHIND IT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ferrari-has-the-worst-on-track-results-in-2025-the-reasons-behind-it/) - With the results of the Qatar Grand Prix, Ferrari ended the 2025 Formula 1 season in fourth place in the Constructors’ Championship, a result that felt below the expectations usually placed on the Italian team. The year was marked by inconsistency, limited development, and a growing gap to the front of the field. The team - [MAX VERSTAPPEN WINS QATAR GP AND DELAYS TITLE DECISION TO ABU DHABI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/max-verstappen-wins-qatar-gp-and-delays-title-decision-to-abu-dhabi/) - Max Verstappen took an important win at the Qatar Grand Prix, finishing ahead of Oscar Piastri. The fight for the championship will now be decided in the final race, because leader Lando Norris could only manage fourth place. Verstappen’s victory came partly because McLaren chose a different strategy. An early Safety Car and a rule - [VICTOR MARTINS WINS F2 FEATURE RACE IN QATAR AS FORNAROLI TAKES THE TITLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/victor-martins-wins-f2-feature-race-in-qatar-as-fornaroli-is-champion/) - Victor Martins wins the F2 Feature Race in Qatar with a dominant drive. He makes a very good start, takes the lead immediately, and stays in front for the whole race. But the biggest celebration is for Leonardo Fornaroli. The Italian driver becomes the 2025 Formula 2 Champion with one race still left. After winning - [OSCAR PIASTRI WITH IMPORTANT POLE POSITION IN QATAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/oscar-piastri-with-important-pole-position-in-qatar/) - Oscar Piastri took an important pole position for the Qatar Grand Prix, beating his McLaren teammate Lando Norris. Max Verstappen joined them on the front row, making it all three title contenders at the front. Norris was fastest after the first Q3 laps, but after a short break to remove debris, he ran wide at - [RICHARD VERSCHOOR WINS HIS EIGHTH RACE IN F2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/richard-verschoor-wins-his-eighth-race-in-f2/) - Richard Verschoor turned his reverse-grid pole into a Sprint Race win in Lusail. Joshua Duerksen finished second for AIX Racing, and Rafael Villagómez took third for Van Amersfoort Racing after making an overtake on the final lap. Duerksen had the best start from the front row and took the lead from Verschoor. Nikola Tsolov moved - [PIASTRI CRUISES TO QATAR SPRINT VICTORY IN DOMINANT STYLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/piastri-cruises-to-qatar-sprint-victory-in-dominant-style/) - Piastri dominated the Qatar Sprint and won clearly ahead of Russell and Norris in the 19-lap race. Starting from pole, Piastri had a clean getaway and stayed in front almost the whole time. His only real difficulty came at the end, when his tyres started to wear out. Russell held off Norris to keep second - [FOUR CARS TO START FROM THE PITLANE IN THE F1 SPRINT IN QATAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/four-cars-to-start-from-the-pitlane-in-the-f1-sprint-in-qatar/) - After making changes in the setup under parc fermé conditions, we will have four cars starting from the pitlane in the Qatar Grand Prix Sprint race. Lewis Hamilton, Lance Stroll and both Alpines are the cars making the infringement. Lance Stroll qualified P16, while Lewis Hamilton eighteenth, with both Alpines being last on the qualifying - [ADRIAN SUTIL ARRESTED IN GERMANY ON FRAUD AND ENBEZZLEMENT CHARGES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/adrian-sutil-arrested-in-germany-on-fraud-and-enbezzlement-charges/) - Former Formula 1 driver Adrian Sutil has been arrested in Germany on charges of aggravated fraud and embezzlement, according to reports from the German newspaper Bild. Authorities say the 42-year-old was taken into custody by Stuttgart’s criminal police before appearing in front of a judge at the Stuttgart district court, where pre-trial detention was ordered. - [GOETHE GIVEN GRID PENALTY IN F2, FORNAROLI GOES TO POLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/goethe-given-grid-penalty-in-f2-fornaroli-goes-to-pole/) - Oliver Goethe was given a 3-place grid penalty for both Sprint and Feature race in the Qatar Grand Prix round in Formula 2. The Red Bull junior impeeded Martinius Stenshorne in the qualifying session, and with this penalty it means that Leonardo Fornaroli will start from pole position on Sunday. Victor Martins steps up to - [OSCAR PIASTRI SNATCHES POLE POSITION FOR SPRINT RACE IN QATAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/oscar-piastri-snatches-pole-position-for-sprint-race-in-qatar/) - Oscar Piastri took an important pole position for the Qatar Sprint, beating George Russell and his McLaren teammate Lando Norris. The Australian was fastest when it counted in Friday’s SQ3. He topped the times on both of his flying laps, ending with a 1:20.055, just 0.032 seconds ahead of Russell’s Mercedes. Norris, who leads the - [OLIVER GOETHE TAKES FIRST EVER POLE IN FORMULA 2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/oliver-goethe-takes-first-ever-pole-in-formula-2/) - Oliver Goethe earned his first FIA Formula 2 pole position with a lap time of 1:36.115 for. Championship leader Leonardo Fornaroli had been on top for most of Qualifying, but Goethe beat him by just 0.040 seconds. Victor Martins from ART Grand Prix finished third. At the start, Sebastián Montoya set the first fast time. - [MCLAREN KICKS WEEKEND OFF IN FRONT AS PIASTRI TOPS PRACTICE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mclaren-kicks-weekend-off-in-front-as-piastri-tops-practice/) - Oscar Piastri leads the only free practice session in Qatar, finishing ahead of his team mate Lando Norris and Fernando Alonso. The Sprint makes its last appearance of the season in Qatar, and the drivers have only one hour of practice to prepare and find the best set-up before an important Sprint Qualifying session under - [FORNAROLI STARTS THE F2 WEEKEND FASTEST](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fornaroli-starts-the-f2-weekend-fastest/) - Leonardo Fornaroli started his weekend in Lusail very well, setting the fastest time in Free Practice with a 1:38.656. Dino Beganovic of Hitech TGR was second, and Alexander Dunne from Rodin Motorsport was third. Early in the session, Richard Verschoor of MP Motorsport was the quickest with a 1:41.163, with Fornaroli two-tenths behind. Fornaroli then - [“WE’RE GOING ALL IN”: VERSTAPPEN ON THE FINAL STRETCH OF THE SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/were-going-all-in-verstappen-on-the-final-stretch-of-the-season/) - Max Verstappen spoke about his season, the title fight, and the recent disqualification that hit Mclaren as he looked ahead to the Qatar Grand Prix. He explained how he feels about the points gap, what another world title would mean to him, and why he still believes he’s in the fight: "What did I think - [HAMILTON REFLECTS ON HIS FIRST FERRARI SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/hamilton-reflects-on-his-first-ferrari-season/) - "My first year at Ferrari? The results showed everything" During today's drivers press conference Lewis Hamilton answered some questions regarding his first season at Ferrari and much more. "I do not want look back at this season. I think results speak very clear so I do not have anything more to say. The most important - [QATAR SHOWDOWN: NORRIS CHASES FIRST WORLD TITLE AS RIVALS PREPARE FOR A DESERT FIGHT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/qatar-showdown-norris-chases-first-world-title-as-rivals-prepare-for-a-desert-fight/) - The 2025 Formula 1 championship returns to a very warm and fast Lusail, in Qatar. This weekend, Lando Norris arrives at Lusail with the chance to be crowned world champion for the first time in his career. His season has been a great demonstration of consistency and a maturing calm under pressure. He stands on the - [FIA FORMULA 2 AT LUSAIL: FIRST DECISIVE WEEKEND IN THE BATTLE FOR THE TITLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-formula-2-at-lusail-first-decisive-weekend-in-the-battle-for-the-title/) - Formula 2 heads to Qatar this weekend for the penultimate round of the season, always a crucial moment when every point can shift the momentum in the championship fight. At Lusail, a demanding circuit, the smallest mistake can be costly ahead of the Abu Dhabi finale. The Lusail layout, known for its high-speed corners, requires - [IRON DAMES SET TO NOT TAKE PART IN THE 2026 WEC SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/iron-dames-set-to-not-take-part-in-the-2026-wec-season/) - After facing financial issues, the Iron Dames will not be taking part in the 2026 World Endurance Championship, the team announced on social media. This decision is related to the Iron Lynx continuing its program in the championship with Mercedes next year, and not enough funds were found to sustain both projects in 2026. Iron - [PIRELLI'S C6 TYRE TO NOT BE USED IN 2026 RACES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/pirellis-c6-tyre-to-not-be-used-in-2026-races/) - Pirelli will drop its C6 tyre for the 2026 F1 season after drivers criticized it for offering almost no performance advantage over the C5. Introduced in 2025 and used at tracks like Imola, Monaco, and Baku, the C6 failed to deliver the intended pace gap that would boost strategy variation. With 2026 cars not yet - [REVIEW OF THE FORMULA REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP 2025: THE FINAL YEAR OF ALPINE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/review-of-the-formula-regional-championship-2025-the-final-year-of-alpine/) - The 2025 Formula regional was one of intrigue, with an incredible title battle and many young drivers having break out seasons. We will be reviewing all 10 teams and taking a look at the 45 drivers who competed this season, and how they did. The season was the final one to be ran with Alpine - [ADRIAN NEWEY ANNOUNCED AS ASTON MARTIN TEAM PRINCIPAL IN F1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/adrian-newey-has-been-announced-as-a-team-principal-in-aston-martin-in-f1/) - The legendary engineer Adrian Newey will be Aston Martin's next team principal in Formula 1, starting from 2026. Andy Cowell will be stepping down from his role after the Las Vegas Grand Prix, and will be mobed to a less centralised position, Chief Strategy Officer. Adrian Newey left Red Bull on May 1st 2024, announcing - [FORMULA 2 ENGINE CONTROVERSY CONTINUES AFTER PREVIOUS DRIVERS' DECLARATIONS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-engine-controversy-continues-after-previous-drivers-declarations/) - Formula 2 previous drivers have been actively highlighting the controversy about the engines lately on social media. The Formula 2 engine is a 3.4-liter turbocharged V6 supplied by Mecachrome, capable of producing 620 horsepower at 8750 rpm. It uses a special sustainable fuel and incorporates a fly-by-wire accelerator system. Unfortunately, it is not new to see drivers - [DRIVER MOVES IN FORMULA 2 AHEAD OF THE QATAR ROUND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/driver-moves-in-formula-2-ahead-of-the-qatar-round/) - Formula 2 is getting towards the end of the season, with two rounds to go, in both Lusail and Abu Dhabi. As usual, after the European rounds, we see different driver moves for the final races. This is caused either by financial issues, or change of plans. For example, Pepe Marti has signed for KIRO - [MICK SCHUMACHER TO RETURN TO SINGLE-SEATERS WITH INDYCAR ANNOUNCEMENT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mick-schumacher-to-return-to-single-seaters-with-indycar-announcement/) - Mick Schumacher has announced his departure from Alpine in the WEC that is linked to a direct Indycar move. He competed in the Hypercar class with the Alpine A424, having three podiums (all third places) as best results, at Fuji, Imola and Spa. Latest rumours say that the German will be waiting for the Mclaren - [BREAKING NEWS: LANDO NORRIS AND OSCAR PIASTRI DISQUALIFIED FROM THE LAS VEGAS GP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/breaking-news-lando-norris-and-oscar-piastri-disqualified-from-the-las-vegas-gp/) - After finishing second and fourth respectively, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have been disqualified from the Las Vegas Grand Prix for a technical infringment. Lando Norris was initially said to be disqualified due to not being within the minimum fuel limit at the end of the race, which is 1L. However, Norris slowed down and - [VERSTAPPEN DOMINATES IN VEGAS AS NORRIS HAS FIRST MATCH POINT IN QATAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-dominates-in-vegas-as-norris-has-first-match-point-in-qatar/) - Max Verstappen took a strong win at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, cutting Lando Norris’s championship lead to 42 points. Oscar Piastri finished fourth. At the start, Verstappen took control of the 50-lap race after Norris ran wide in Turn 1. Norris had tried to block Verstappen off the line but lost the position and - [CHLOE CHAMBERS WINS FINAL RACE AS DORIANE PIN SECURES THE 2025 F1 ACADEMY TITLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/chloe-chambers-wins-final-race-as-doriane-pin-secures-the-2025-f1-academy-title/) - Chloe Chambers wins her final race in F1 Academy: Race 2 in Las Vegas. On the podium with her are Alisha Palmowski and Maya Weug. But the champion of the season is Doriane Pin! She finishes the race in the Top 5, just behind Alba Larsen, and this is enough to win the 2025 F1 - [POST RACE DECISION CHANGE PODIUM RESULTS IN F1 ACADEMY RACE 1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/post-race-decision-change-podium-results-in-f1-academy-race-1/) - There have been important decisions on F1 Academy's race 1 results after the chequered flag at Las Vegas. Alisha Palmowski has been disqualified after post race 1 checks of her car. She loses the third place for this reason, but her matter with Chloe Chambers on lap 10 has been labelled as no further action. - [PROTON COMPETITION TO LEAVE THE PORSCHE 963 HYPERCAR IN WEC](https://motorsportsclicks.com/proton-competition-to-leave-the-porsche-963-hypercar-in-wec/) - Team Penske and Proton Competition will not join forces to keep the Porsche 963 Hypercar on the WEC grid. Porsche Motorsport CEO Thomas Laudenbach told Motorsport Aktuell:“We agreed with Roger Penske not to pursue these plans any further.” Laudenbach added that forming a partnership with a private team could be perceived as returning “through the - [DORIANE PIN WINS CHAOTIC LAS VEGAS RACE AND CLOSES IN ON F1 ACADEMY TITLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/doriane-pin-wins-chaotic-las-vegas-race-and-closes-in-on-f1-academy-title/) - Doriane Pin moved very close to winning this year’s F1 Academy title after taking victory in a chaotic first race of the Las Vegas weekend. Her main title rival, Maya Weug, crashed out even before the race officially started. Things were messy before the race even began. All the drivers switched from dry tyres to - [LANDO NORRIS TAKES MAGIC POLE IN WET LAS VEGAS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lano-norris-takes-magic-pole-in-wet-las-vegas/) - Lando Norris took pole position for the Las Vegas Grand Prix. The McLaren driver, who leads the Drivers’ Championship, handled the wet track better than anyone and finished ahead of Max Verstappen and Carlos Sainz, who is the only driver to qualify in the top 3 in every race of the current Las Vegas Grand - [RUSSELL TOPS FREE PRACTICE 3 AS MCLARENS AVOID QUALY SIMULATIONS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/russell-tops-free-practice-3-as-mclarens-avoid-qualy-simulations/) - George Russell was fastest in the third and final practice session at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. The conditions were tricky, and both McLarens ended the session at the bottom of the times. Because Thursday’s second practice had been interrupted by two red flags for track repairs, Friday’s session was important for the drivers. The - [HERTA HAS BEEN PAID 8 MILION DOLLARS TO RACE IN F2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/herta-has-been-paid-8-milion-dollars-to-race-in-f2/) - Colton Herta has been reportedly paid $8 milion by Cadillac to race in FIA Formula 2 in the 2026 season with Hitech Grand Prix. The newest team in Formula 1 wants an American representative on the grid as soon as possible, such as in 2027. In order to be able to race in the pinnacle - [NORRIS LEADS FP2 AS SESSION GETS INTERRUPTED BY DRAIN COVER](https://motorsportsclicks.com/norris-leads-fp2-as-session-gets-interrupted-by-drain-cover/) - Lando Norris was the fastest driver in Free Practice 2 for the Las Vegas Grand Prix. The championship leader finished ahead of Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli and Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc, who had a mechanical problem near the end. Norris arrives this weekend with a 24-point lead over his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri, thanks to two wins - [LECLERC LEADS FIRST PRACTICE SESSION IN A COLD LAS VEGAS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/leclerc-leads-first-practice-session-in-a-cold-las-vegas/) - Free Practice 1 in Las Vegas saw Charles Leclerc finish on top. The Ferrari driver set a best time of 1:34.802, beating Williams’ Alex Albon by 0.166 seconds. Red Bull’s Yuki Tsunoda was less than three-tenths behind Leclerc. All 20 drivers went out in the first 10 minutes. The track was cold, a bit dirty, - [THE PREVIEW AHEAD OF THE F1 WEEKEND IN LAS VEGAS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/the-preview-ahead-of-the-f1-weekend-in-las-vegas/) - Formula 1 is entering the final part of the 2025 season, and the championship returns to the United States. The next stop is Nevada, where the Las Vegas Grand Prix will take place. This weekend could reduce the number of drivers fighting for the title from three to two. The Constructors’ Championship is already won - [F1 ACADEMY HEADS TO VEGAS: ALL TO PLAY FOR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-academy-heads-to-vegas-all-to-play-for/) - The whole season has come down to this. After months of hard work, time in the simulator, long debriefs, and brave moves on track, the 2025 F1 Academy drivers face their final weekend. And what a place to finish: racing right in the middle of the Las Vegas Strip. Two drivers and two teams still - [F1 ACADEMY DRIVER MARKET HEATS UP AHEAD OF LAST ROUND OF 2025](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-academy-driver-market-heats-up-ahead-of-last-round-of-2025/) - Four announcements for the 2026 F1 Academy season have come out on the first day of activities at Las Vegas. Alisha Palmowski is going towards a second and last year in the series after renewing her cntract with Red Bull. The Brit currently stands 5th in the standings with 1 win and 3 further podiums. - [THE ENGLISH COURT ACCEPTED MASSA'S DEFENSE REQUEST](https://motorsportsclicks.com/the-english-court-accepted-massas-defense-request/) - The English court has accepted Felipe Massa's defense request on the 2008 Formula 1 Singaporean Grand Prix case, which cost the Brazilian the World title that year. In October, Massa, Formula One Management, FIA and Bernie Ecclestone have been to court to present the reasons to either continue with the case or not. The judges - [REVIEW OF THE FIA FORMULA 3 2025 SEASON: FIRST YEAR OF NEW REGULATIONS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/review-of-the-fia-formula-3-2025-season/) - The 2025 Formula 3 season introduced a new car by Dallara, powered by a 3.4 litre mechachrome engine design to create better racing and a car more akin to the machinery further up the ladder. Bridging the gap for young drivers. 10 teams and 37 drivers took part in the series that went to 10 - [CADILLAC OPERATES REAL F1 CAR IN A PRIVATE TEST FOR THE FIRST TIME](https://motorsportsclicks.com/cadillac-operates-real-f1-car-in-a-private-test-for-the-first-time/) - The 11th team run their first ever TPC (Testing of Previous Car) with a black-liveried Ferrari SF-23. Sergio Pérez was at the wheel, but they just needed to train the mechanics. Cadillac covered 903 km across two days of TPC testing in Imola. The purpose of the test was just to train the mechanics, who - [MCLAREN TO BE THE ONLY TEAM TO RUN 2 CARS IN F1 ACADEMY IN 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mclaren-to-be-the-only-team-to-run-2-cars-in-f1-academy-in-2026/) - Mclaren has announced that it will run two cars in the 2026 F1 Academy season, being the only team to do so. Before going into who are the drivers, Mika Hakkinen's daughter has been added to Mclaren's Driver development program, and aims to secure a seat in F1 Academy in 2027 with the British Team. - [APRILIA FINISHES 2025 SEASON WITH DOMINANT 1–2 IN VALENCIA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/aprilia-finishes-2025-season-with-dominant-1-2-in-valencia/) - Aprilia finished the 2025 MotoGP season in the best way possible. Marco Bezzecchi won the Valencia Grand Prix from start to finish, giving Aprilia its first back-to-back wins and its first 1–2 result since 2023. Raul Fernandez pushed hard and finished just 0.6 seconds behind Bezzecchi. Fabio Di Giannantonio took third place after passing Pedro - [F1 COMMISSION PRESENT NEW RULES AHEAD OF 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-commission-present-new-rules-ahead-of-2026/) - F1 bars Weight-Saving Strategy Throughout the current Formula 1 regulations, the grid, despite its vibrant mix of colors, has increasingly featured exposed carbon fiber. Teams adopted this approach as a weight-reduction strategy, stripping paint wherever possible to save precious grams. Starting next year, however, this practice will no longer be permitted. The F1 Commission, meeting - [DIOGO MOREIRA TAKES THE MOTO2 TITLE AND SHOWS HIS CREDENTIALS FOR 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/diogo-moreira-takes-the-moto2-title-and-shows-his-credentials-for-2026/) - Diogo Moreira is the new Moto2 World Champion, and he achieved it in a very calm and consistent way this Sunday. Diogo started P9 in the Valencian Community GP, while his rival Manuel González was P5 at the green flag.Not needing a high finishing position to secure the championship, Diogo controlled the pace throughout the - [THEOPHILE NAEL WINS FR WORLD CUP AT MACAU AFTER BRILLIANT LAST MINUTE OVERTAKE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/theophile-nael-wins-fr-world-cup-at-macau-after-brilliant-last-minute-overtake/) - French driver in FIA Formula 3 Théophile Nael has taken home the first place in the Circuito da Guia after leading only one corner under green flag conditions. Freddie Slater did not have a good launch at the start and lost his lead to Mari Boya in the first lap. The Spaniard was flying throughout - [JULES ROUSSEL WINS FORMULA 4 WORLD CUP AT MACAU AGAINST ALL THE ODDS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/jules-roussel-wins-formula-4-world-cup-at-macau-against-all-the-odds/) - After starting from the second position behind the Italian Emanuele Olivieri, the French Jules Roussell has taken the win at Macau, bringing home the F4 World Cup. Jules started very well from the first row, and immediately overtook Emanuele Olivieri who could never find momentum until the turn 3, the very first braking zone. He - [ALEX MARQUEZ WINS LAST MOTOGP SPRINT RACE OF THE SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alex-marquez-wins-last-motogp-sprint-race-of-the-season/) - Alex Marquez won the final Tissot Sprint of 2025 on Saturday afternoon. It was his second Sprint win in a row and his third this season. He finished ahead of Pedro Acosta, who started from the second row but moved up quickly. Fabio Di Giannantonio finished third after passing Raul Fernandez late in the race. - [BEZZECHI CLAIMS POLE IN THE TIGHTEST QUALIFYING OF THE SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bezzechi-claims-pole-in-the-tightest-qualifying-of-the-season/) - Marco Bezzecchi delivered a stunning performance in the Valencia MotoGP qualifying session, taking pole position on his Aprilia, while Francesco Bagnaia suffered a dramatic setback, failing to advance from Q1. Q1: Bagnaia misses Q2 entry Bagnaia struggled to find rhythm on the tight Circuit Ricardo Tormo and was unable to post a competitive lap, continuing - [UNSTOPPABLE FREDDIE SLATER DOMINATES FORMULA REGIONAL QUALIFICATION RACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/unstoppable-freddie-slater-dominates-formula-regional-qualification-race/) - From the moment the lights went out, Freddie Slater seized control of the race starting from second. The Brit made a perfect get away and quickly pulled away from his pursuers, securing a dominant victory from start to finish. Thanks to this success, he will start from pole position tomorrow for the 15-lap main race - [EMANUELE OLIVIERI TAKES HOME THE QUALIFICATION RACE IN MACAU](https://motorsportsclicks.com/emanuele-olivieri-takes-home-the-qualification-race-in-macau/) - Emanuele Olivieri claimed victory in a hectic race marked by multiple twists and turns from the very first meters. The Italian, solid and consistent, came out on top in an event where chaos was very much present. The start immediately shook up the order: Sebastian Wheldon and Kean Nakamura Berta, despite starting from the front - [MOTOGP FRIDAY ACTION HEATS UP IN VALENCIA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-friday-action-heats-up-in-valencia/) - It was a busy Friday in Valencia as MotoGP riders pushed hard from the first minute on track. FP1MotoGP returned to Valencia with Jack Miller starting the weekend in the best way possible. His fastest time, a 1:30.382, put him at the top of the first session. He was so fast that even his second-best - [MACAU GRAND PRIX DELIVER CHAOTIC QUALIFYING SESSIONS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/macau-grand-prix-deliver-chaotic-qualifying-sessions/) - Qualifying delivered its verdict on the legendary Guia Circuit, and one thing is certain: the day was as intense as it was chaotic. With the favourites up front, a string of mistakes, and repeated red flags, both the F4 and Formula Regional sessions provided their share of surprises. FIA Formula 4 World Cup: Sebastian Wheldon - [JORGE MARTÍN AND MAVERICK VIÑALES RETURN FOR THE VALENCIA GP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/jorge-martin-and-maverick-vinales-return-for-the-valencia-gp/) - This weekend’s Valencia Grand Prix will see two familiar faces back on track: Jorge Martín and Maverick Viñales. Both riders have spent weeks recovering from injuries, and their return adds an extra spark to the final round of the MotoGP season. Jorge Martín’s 2025 campaign was shaping up to be one of his best. However, - [THE PREVIEW AHEAD OF THE LEGENDARY MACAU WORLD CUP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/the-preview-ahead-of-the-legendary-macau-world-cup/) - This weekend from November 13 to 16, 2025, the legendary Guia Circuit in Macau hosts two major junior motorsport events: the FIA Formula Regional World Cup and the FIA Formula 4 World Cup. A legendary track The Guia Circuit, about 6.12 km long and lined with walls just a few centimetres from the asphalt, is - [FIRST FORMULA 1 TEAMS ANNOUNCE 2026 LIVERY REVEAL DATE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/first-formula-1-teams-announce-2026-livery-reveal-date/) - The 2026 Formula 1 season is already starting to take shape, and fans now have two important dates to look forward to. Audi will reveal its first official F1 livery on November 12th at 8 PM GMT. This moment is special because it marks Audi’s real arrival in the sport as a works team. Ever - [MCLAREN ADDS MATTEO DE PALO TO THEIR ACADEMY PROGRAM](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mclaren-adds-matteo-de-palo-to-their-academy-program/) - McLaren has added a new young talent to its Driver Academy: Italian Matteo De Palo. His arrival comes at an important moment for the team, as several other juniors prepare to leave the program at the end of the year. De Palo has grown quickly through the junior series. He first drew attention in the - [LANDO NORRIS DOMINATES BRAZILIAN GRAND PRIX FROM START TO FINISH](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lando-norris-dominates-brazilian-grand-prix-from-start-to-finish/) - Lando Norris increased his lead in the championship after winning an exciting São Paulo Grand Prix. The McLaren driver finished ahead of Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli, while Max Verstappen made a huge comeback to take third place after starting from the pit lane. Fans had already seen plenty of action during Saturday’s Sprint. On Sunday, the - [BEZZECCHI DOMINATES PORTIMÃO FROM START TO FINISH](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bezzecchi-dominates-portimao-from-start-to-finish/) - Marco Bezzecchi delivered a spotless race from the first lap to the last at Portimão. He started in front, stayed in front, and won the Portuguese GP without ever being challenged. This victory also puts him safely ahead in the fight for third place in the Championship. He now needs only a few points in - [MAX VERSTAPPEN "FORGETS" CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE FIGHT AS HE FACES PITLANE START](https://motorsportsclicks.com/max-verstappen-forgets-championship-title-fight-as-he-faces-pitlane-start/) - Max Verstappen to start from the pitlane following a setup and power unit change after qualifying. Max will need a 2024-style comeback to keep his championship's hopes alive. "I can forget about that (the championship). For sure" said the Red Bull driver at the Media pen. Max Verstappen answered with these words when asked about - [DIOGO MOREIRA HAS ONE HAND IN THE MOTO2 TITLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/diogo-moreira-has-one-hand-in-the-moto2-title/) - Diogo Moreira with Nine Fingers on the World Title. Diogo Moreira has just won the Moto2 Portuguese Grand Prix, with Collin Veijer and David Alonso completing the podium. Manu González, the Brazilian rider’s main rival, finished P7 and came close to seeing the title slip to the #10 bike today. Now Diogo leads the championship - [TOYOTA TAKES HOME THE 8 HOURS OF BAHRAIN AS FERRARI WINS BOTH TITLES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/toyota-takes-home-the-8-hours-of-bahrain-as-ferrari-wins-both-titles/) - Toyota Gazoo Racing finished first and second in the Bapco Energies 8 Hours of Bahrain, but the big celebration of the day belonged to Ferrari. The Italian team won the 2025 FIA Hypercar World Endurance Manufacturers’ Championship, and the drivers of the #51 Ferrari, James Calado, Antonio Giovinazzi and Alessandro Pier Guidi, became the 2025 - [NORRIS TAKES POLE IN DRAMATIC SÃO PAULO QUALIFYING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/norris-takes-pole-in-dramatic-sao-paulo-qualifying/) - Lando Norris will start the São Paulo Grand Prix from pole position after topping a dramatic Qualifying session in which Max Verstappen was knocked out in Q1. After the busy Sprint earlier in the day, teams rushed to repair their cars in time for Qualifying. The session started a few minutes late because a barrier - [LANDO NORRIS WINS CHAOTIC SÃO PAULO SPRINT AS ANTONELLI CHALLENGES LATE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lando-norris-wins-chaotic-sao-paulo-sprint-as-antonelli-challenges-late/) - Lando Norris won a chaotic Sprint race at the São Paulo Grand Prix. The McLaren driver kept Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli behind him in constantly changing track conditions. Norris’s teammate, Oscar Piastri, crashed early after touching a wet kerb, and Nico Hülkenberg and Franco Colapinto slid off at the same place just moments later. The - [MOTOGP: MARQUEZ BEATS ACOSTA IN A THRILLING PORTIMAO SPRINT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-marquez-beats-acosta-in-a-thrilling-portimao-sprint/) - MotoGP Sprint race at Portimao delivered a thrilling show. Alex Marquez and Pedro Acosta went head-to-head, Marco Bezzecchi sat right behind them, close enough to watch every move and join the action himself. Bezzecchi made the best start from pole and kept the lead into Turn 1. Acosta held second, and Alex Marquez jumped forward - [CARLOS SAINZ AND YUKI TSUNODA TO START THE F1 SPRINT RACE FROM THE PITLANE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/carlos-sainz-and-yuki-tsunoda-to-start-the-f1-sprint-race-from-the-pitlane/) - Carlos Sainz and Yuki Tsunoda will both launch the Sprint race of the Brazilian Grand Prix from the pit lane. Tsunoda originally qualified 18th, but his team opted to fit a different rear-wing specification. That’s a significant aerodynamic component, and the stewards treat such a change as a breach of parc fermé, even if it’s - [EXTREME WEATHER THREATENS TO DISRUPT BRAZILIAN GRAND PRIX'S SATURDAY ACTION](https://motorsportsclicks.com/extreme-weather-threatens-to-disrupt-brazilian-grand-prixs-saturday-action/) - Formula 1 is carefully monitoring the situation ahead of Saturday’s action at the Brazilian Grand Prix, because a powerful storm system is expected to sweep across the São Paulo region during the night. According to Brazil’s National Institute of Meteorology, an extratropical cyclone will take shape in the south of the country on Friday evening - [MOTOGP FRIDAY REPORT AT PORTIMAO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-friday-report-at-portimao/) - FP1 FP1 at Portimão ended with Alex Márquez on top. The 2025 runner-up started the weekend strong, hoping to finish his best MotoGP season in style. The track stayed dry even though rain looked likely, with dark clouds gathering over the Algarve hills. Márquez was fast from the start and finished the session 0.233s ahead - [LANDO NORRIS TAKES POLE IN SAO PAULO SPRINT QUALIFYING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lando-norris-takes-pole-in-sao-paulo-sprint-qualifying/) - Lando Norris set a strong lap to take pole position in Sprint Qualifying at the São Paulo Grand Prix. He beat Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli and his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri to secure P1. Earlier in the day, Norris had already been fastest in the only practice session, just ahead of Piastri. A few hours - [QUALIFYING FOR THE 8 HOURS OF BAHRAIN SETS THE STAGE FOR A DRAMATIC SEASON FINALE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/qualifying-for-the-8-hours-of-bahrain-sets-the-stage-for-a-dramatic-season-finale/) - Qualifying for the 8 Hours of Bahrain set the stage for a dramatic season finale, with Toyota showing strong form in both speed and teamwork and Lexus grabbing pole in LMGT3 for the second time. Hypercar The result was the same as last year, even though Toyota cannot win the championship this time after a - [WHAT TO LOOK FOR AHEAD OF THE BRAZILIAN GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/what-to-look-for-ahead-of-the-brazilian-grand-prix/) - Lando Norris took back the championship lead from his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri in Mexico, but only by one point. Piastri had led for most of the year, yet he has struggled in the last two race weekends, while Norris has been consistently strong. This creates a new pressure dynamic: Norris is now the one - [LEGENDARY FORMULA 1 ENGINEER PETER WRIGHT HAS PASSED AWAY AT 79](https://motorsportsclicks.com/legendary-formula-1-engineer-peter-wright-has-passed-away-at-79/) - The world of Formula 1 is mourning the death of Peter Wright, the British engineer whose ideas changed the sport forever. Wright, best known for creating ground effect aerodynamics and the famous Lotus 79, has died at 79 years old. His passing marks the loss of one of racing’s most creative and influential engineers. Wright’s - [LANDO NORRIS LEADS THE ONLY PRACTICE SESSION IN SÃO PAULO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lando-norris-leads-the-only-practice-session-in-sao-paulo/) - Lando Norris was the fastest driver in Friday’s only practice session for the São Paulo Grand Prix. He finished ahead of his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri and Kick Sauber’s Nico Hulkenberg. Because this is a Sprint weekend, the teams had just one hour of practice to understand the track and adjust their cars before Sprint - [FRANCO COLAPINTO TO STAY WITH ALPINE FOR THE 2026 FORMULA 1 SEASON: STABILITY BEFORE ALL](https://motorsportsclicks.com/franco-colapinto-to-stay-with-alpine-for-the-2026-formula-1-season-stability-before-all/) - Alpine has officially confirmed today the extension of Franco Colapinto’s contract for the 2026 season, reaffirming its desire to continue with a certain stability. The Argentine driver, who joined mid-season as a replacement for Jack Doohan, has convinced the Enstone management to grant him another year with the French team. This decision is part of - [MOTOGP: WHAT TO EXPECT AND RIDERS TO WATCH AT PORTIMÃO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-what-to-expect-and-riders-to-watch-at-portimao/) - The MotoGP Grand Prix of Portugal is set to take place at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve in Portimão from 7–9 November 2025. The circuit has long been a favorite for riders and fans due to its dramatic elevation changes, sweeping high-speed corners, and tight technical sections that demand precise control, courage, and strategic thinking. Cooler track temperatures - [THE BATTLE BEGINS: ASTON MARTIN OPENS STRONG, BMW COUNTERS AS THE SUN SETS IN SAKHIR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/the-battle-begins-aston-martin-opens-strong-bmw-counters-as-the-sun-sets-in-sakhir/) - The concluding round of the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) weekend at the Bahrain International Circuit set the stage early with two free-practice sessions that hinted at a tight fight in the Hypercar class and emerging surprises in LMGT3. Here’s a breakdown of how things looked after Free Practice 1 (FP1) and Free Practice - [OUTSIDERS JOINING FORMULA 2: SKIPPING F3 AND MIGRATING FROM CLOSED-WHEEL RACING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/outsiders-joining-formula-2-skipping-f3-and-migrating-from-closed-wheel-racing/) - Starting from 2024, Formula 2 has seen many "outsiders" joining the series, meaning that drivers who do not usually follow the F4 - F3 - F2 path, are finding opportunities on the road to Formula 1. - [WEC SHOWDOWN UNDER THE LIGHTS OF BAHRAIN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/wec-showdown-under-the-lights-of-bahrain/) - The final round of the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship is about to begin. The season ends in Bahrain with an eight-hour race that will decide both the Hypercar and LMGT3 titles. From daylight to darkness, Ferrari must defend its lead in the Constructors’ and Drivers’ standings from Porsche-Penske, running their last Hypercar race, and - [Toto Wolff Recalls the Night of Abu Dhabi: “A Lunatic Changed Everything”](https://motorsportsclicks.com/toto-wolff-recalls-the-night-of-abu-dhabi-a-lunatic-changed-everything/) - Toto Wolff revisited the emotional and controversial ending of the 2021 Formula 1 World Championship in Abu Dhabi. - [NICO VARRONE JOINS FORMULA 2 FOR A FIRST YEAR IN SINGLE SEATERS SINCE 2020: WHO IS HE?](https://motorsportsclicks.com/nico-varrone-joins-formula-2-for-a-first-year-in-single-seaters-since-2019-who-is-he/) - Nicolás Varrone, born in 2000 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, is one of motorsport’s most promising young talents outside the F1 feeder series. Known for his versatility and perseverance, Varrone has gone from battling budget struggles in junior single-seaters to winning at Le Mans, and now, he’s setting his sights on Formula 1. Early Career and - [MOTOGP IN MALAYSIA: HEAT, HEART, AND HIGH DRAMA AT SEPANG](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-in-malaysia-heat-heart-and-high-drama-at-sepang/) - The blazing Malaysian sun set the stage for one of the most demanding weekends of the 2025 MotoGP season. Riders battled not only each other but also Sepang’s punishing humidity, unpredictable grip levels, and the ever-present threat of tyre degradation. What began as a dominant weekend for Ducati’s Francesco Bagnaia quickly turned into a showcase - [SERGIO PEREZ TO TEST A FERRARI FORMULA 1 CAR AT IMOLA TO PREPARE FOR 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/sergio-perez-to-test-a-ferrari-formula-1-car-at-imola-to-prepare-for-2026/) - After having signed with a team who will have its engine provided by Ferrari, Pérez will be doing his first TPC with the Cadillac team at Imola, using the SF-23. - [KEAN NAKAMURA-BERTA DOMINATES FINAL ROUND TO WIN E4 CHAMPIONSHIP 2025](https://motorsportsclicks.com/kean-nakamura-berta-dominates-final-round-to-win-e4-championship-2025/) - It was a perfect weekend for Kean Nakamura-Berta in the final round of the E4 Championship. Already leading the standings before the event, the Japanese-Slovak driver from Prema Racing dominated the weekend by winning all three races. The fight for the title went all the way to the final race, thanks to Gabriel Gomez, who - [LANDO NORRIS TAKES STUNNING POLE POSITION FOR THE MEXICO CITY GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lando-norris-takes-stunning-pole-position-for-the-mexico-city-grand-prix/) - Lando Norris took a brilliant pole position for the Mexico City Grand Prix, beating the Ferrari pair of Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton. His McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri ended the session in eighth place. After three practice sessions led by three different drivers, Leclerc, Verstappen, and Norris — the fight for pole began at the - [NORRIS DOMINATES MEXICO CITY GRAND PRIX TO TAKE CHAMPIONSHIP LEAD](https://motorsportsclicks.com/norris-dominates-mexico-city-grand-prix-to-take-championship-lead/) - Lando Norris took a dominant lights-to-flag win at the Mexico City Grand Prix, becoming the new Drivers’ Championship leader by just one point. - [FORMULA 1 PRACTICES DONE: EYES ON QUALIFYING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-practices-done-eyes-on-qualifying/) - In the first free practice session of the 2025 Mexico Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc led the way with a lap of 1:18.380, just ahead of rookie Kimi Antonelli, who impressed with 1:18.487 to take second place. Nico Hülkenberg was third, followed by Oscar Piastri and Gabriel Bortoleto completing the top five. Nine rookie or reserve drivers took part in the session as part of the mandatory rookie running - [NAKAMURA-BERTA WINS THRILLING MONZA RACE 1 TO CLOSE IN ON E4 CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/nakamura-berta-wins-thrilling-monza-race-1-to-close-in-on-e4-championship-title/) - The final weekend of the 2025 E4 Championship began in dramatic fashion at Monza, with a chaotic Race 1 full of safety cars and lead changes. Kean Nakamura-Berta (Prema Racing) took victory from pole position, strengthening his championship lead after a fierce battle to the finish. The Japanese driver fought with several rivals for the - [FREDDIE SLATER WINS THE 2025 FRECA CHAMPIONSHIP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/freddie-slater-wins-the-2025-freca-championship/) - Freddie Slater has won the 2025 Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine after winning the first race of the last weekend of the season. - [EVAN GILTAIRE BEATS FREDDIE SLATER FOR POLE POSITION IN RACE 1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/evan-giltaire-beats-freddie-slater-for-pole-position-in-race-1/) - Evan Giltaire has denied Freddie Slater of pole position for race 1 after a fantastic lap in Group B, which put him 4 tenths ahead of the British driver. - [KEAN NAKAMURA-BERTA TAKES DOUBLE POLE POSITION IN EURO4 FINALE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/kean-nakamura-berta-takes-double-pole-position-in-euro4-finale/) - The little Samurai has taken pole position for the final round of the European Formula 4 after a stunning time in Q2. Drivers were not split into groups for this weekend's qualy as there were enough driver to take part in the standard weekend format. Kean Nakamura-Berta was initially flying out in front in the - [FRECA AND EURO4: LAST KILOMETRES BEFORE QUALIFYING IN MONZA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/freca-and-euro4-last-kilometres-before-qualifying-in-monza/) - Opposed to a rainy Thursday, the day started with the sun shining here in Monza, and track conditions have massively improved for the FRECA and E4 session. Drivers were able to set real laps for a good reference, also for the weather we should see until the end of the weekend, besides the light spray - [FRECA AND EUROPEAN FORMULA 4 GET TO MONZA FOR GRAND FINALE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/freca-and-european-formula-4-get-to-monza-for-grand-finale/) - This weekend's, one of the main feeder series will get in action for the final time in 2025. FRECA and Euro4. - [FORMULA 1 ARRIVES TO MEXICO CITY FOR CRUCIAL LAST PART IN THE CHAMPIONSHIP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-arrives-to-mexico-city-for-crucial-turning-point-in-the-championship/) - As the 2025 Formula 1 season enters its final stretch, the Mexico City Grand Prix at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez stands as an important moment in the championship battle. With only five races remaining, the high-altitude circuit situated over 2,200 meters above sea level, presents unique challenges that could significantly impact the title fight. Red - [VERSTAPPEN DOMINATES UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX AS NORRIS BEATS LECLERC FOR SECOND PLACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-dominates-united-states-grand-prix-as-norris-beats-leclerc-for-second-place/) - Max Verstappen took a clear and confident win at the United States Grand Prix. The Red Bull driver started from pole position and stayed in control for almost the whole race. Behind him, Lando Norris finished second after a strong battle with Charles Leclerc, who ended up third. The race at the Circuit of The - [TOPRAK RAZGATLIOGLU CROWNED 2025 WORLDSBK CHAMPION IN JEREZ](https://motorsportsclicks.com/toprak-razgatlioglu-crowned-2025-worldsbk-champion-in-jerez/) - Toprak Razgatlioglu has won the 2025 World Superbike Championship after a thrilling final round in Jerez, Spain. The Turkish rider beat Italian rival Nicolo Bulega by just 13 points after a long and exciting season. Razgatlioglu’s year was full of success. He won 21 races, including an incredible run of 13 wins in a row - [RAUL FERNANDEZ TAKES FIRST MOTOGP WIN FOR TRACKHOUSE AT PHILLIP ISLAND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/raul-fernandez-takes-first-motogp-win-for-trackhouse-at-phillip-island/) - Trackhouse MotoGP rider Raul Fernandez scored his first-ever MotoGP victory by smartly managing the Australian Grand Prix at Phillip Island - [VERSTAPPEN TAKES POLE FOR THE UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX AFTER DOMINANT QUALIFYING PERFORMANCE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-takes-pole-for-the-united-states-grand-prix-after-dominant-qualifying-performance/) - Max Verstappen took pole position for the United States Grand Prix after setting the fastest lap early in Q3. - [VERSTAPPEN WINS CHAOTIC SPRINT AT AUSTIN AS BOTH MCLARENS CRASH OUT ON LAP 1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-wins-chaotic-sprint-at-austin-as-both-mclarens-crash-out-on-lap-1/) - The Sprint race at the United States Grand Prix was full of drama. Max Verstappen won the race, while both McLaren drivers, crashed out on the very first lap. - [BEZZECCHI TAKES SECOND SPRINT WIN IN A ROW AS APRILIA CELEBRATES HISTORIC 1-2 FINISH](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bezzecchi-takes-second-sprint-win-in-a-row-as-aprilia-celebrates-historic-1-2-finish/) - Marco Bezzecchi won his second Sprint race in a row, even after making things difficult for himself. The Italian rider passed Raul Fernandez with three laps to go to take the win. Pedro Acosta finished third, with the fight for places from P3 to P5 decided by just one-tenth of a second. At the start, - [VERSTAPPEN STORMS INTO ANOTHER INCREDIBLE POLE POSITION FOR THE SPRINT RACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-storms-into-another-incredible-pole-position-for-the-sprint-race/) - Max Verstappen took pole position for the Sprint race at the United States Grand Prix after a great last lap in Sprint Qualifying. He beat both McLaren drivers, with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri close behind. Earlier on Friday, Norris was fastest in the only practice session, but things changed once Sprint Qualifying began. The - [LANDO NORRIS LEADS ONLY FREE PRACTICE SESSION OF THE WEEKEND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lando-norris-leads-only-free-practice-session-of-the-weekend/) - Lando Norris was the fastest driver in Friday’s only practice session before the United States Grand Prix. His McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri finished third. - [FORMULA 1 ARRIVES IN BOILING HOT AUSTIN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-arrives-in-boiling-hot-austin/) - Formula 1 is back in Austin for a hot and tricky weekend. Oscar Piastri leads the standings only 18 points ahead of his team mate Lando Norris and 66 ahead of Verstappen. Pirelli has changed the tire choices to give teams more strategy options. The C3 and C4 will stay as the medium and soft - [F1 2026: FIA SET TO ENABLE FUTURE DRS DURING SAFETY CAR AND WET CONDITIONS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-2026-fia-set-to-enable-future-drs-during-safety-car-and-wet-conditions/) - The 2026 FIA Formula 1 cars will bring big changes, new engines, new technology, and a brand-new aerodynamic system called Straight Line Mode (SLM). - [MOTOGP DAY 1 REPORT: FLAWLESS BEZZECCHI SETS TRACK RECORD AT PHILLIP ISLAND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-day-1-report-flawless-bezzecchi-sets-track-record/) - FP1 – Jack Miller starts strong at home Jack Miller gave the Australian fans something to cheer about by topping FP1 at a windy Phillip Island. The local hero, who scored a podium here back in 2019, waited until the very end of the session to set a flying lap that put him in first - [MOTOGP GETS DOWN UNDER FOR THE AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-gets-down-under-for-the-australian-grand-prix/) - It's time for the Australian Grand Prix on Phillip Island, a track famous for spectacular racing. It almost always delivers exciting action, rain or shine, and with some top riders out, it's a great chance for others to shine. Marc Marquez is already the World Champion, but he's missing this race due to a shoulder - [RYO HIRAKAWA REPORTEDLY PAID $3.5M FOR A FREE PRACTICE SESSION WITH MCLAREN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/ryo-hirakawa-reportedly-paid-3-5m-for-a-free-practice-session-with-mclaren/) - The court case of Mclaren against Palou has exposed an interesting case: drivers pay to take part in the free practice 1 session during Formula 1 weekends. - [MERCEDES CONTINUES WITH GEORGE RUSSELL AND KIMI ANTONELLI FOR THE 2026 FORMULA 1 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mercedes-continues-with-george-russell-and-kimi-antonelli-for-the-2026-formula-1-season/) - Mercedes officially announced on Wednesday the contract extensions of George Russell and Kimi Antonelli for the 2026 Formula 1 season, confirming the continuity of its driver line-up ahead of the new regulatory era. After several weeks of speculation, the Brackley-based team has finally ended the suspense. Russell will continue his journey with Mercedes for another - [KALLE ROVANPERA LEAVES RALLY TO START ROAD TO FORMULA 1 CAMPAIGN](https://motorsportsclicks.com/kalle-rovanpera-leaves-rally-to-start-road-to-formula-1-campaign/) - Two time Rally world champion Kalle Rovanpera has recently announced his departure from the off-road to switch to full-time single seaters from 2026. - [ACO PRESIDENT SET TO REDEFINE BOP FOR THE 2026 WEC SEASON AFTER HEAVY CRITICISM](https://motorsportsclicks.com/aco-president-redefines-bop-for-the-2026-wec-season-after-heavy-criticism/) - For the 2026 FIA WEC season, significant changes are expected to the BoP system following criticism from teams, manufacturers, and observers throughout 2025. - [KEAN NAKAMURA-BERTA SEALS THE ITALIAN F4 CHAMPIONSHIP WITH A WIN AT THE LAST LAP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/kean-nakamura-berta-seals-the-italian-f4-championship-with-a-win-at-the-last-lap/) - Kean Nakamura-Berta has won race 5 at Misano after chasing his championship rival Gabriel Gomez all race long, and managing to win it at the very last lap. - [SEBASTIAN WHELDON MAKES IT 3 OUT OF 3 AT MISANO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/sebastian-wheldon-makes-it-3-out-of-3-at-misano/) - Sebastian Wheldon has won all the three races he took part in this weekend at Misano, ahead of his team mate Kean Nakamura-Berta and Luka Sammalisto. - [GABRIEL GOMEZ TAKES REVENGE TO WIN IN RACE 3 IN ITALIAN F4](https://motorsportsclicks.com/gabriel-gomez-takes-revenge-to-win-in-race-3-in-italian-f4/) - Gabriel Gomez has won in race 3 after starting from pole position and not being able to take part in race 2, which he was set to start on pole as well. - [KEAN NAKAMURA-BERTA WINS 2025 ITALIAN FORMULA 4 TITLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/kean-nakamura-berta-wins-2025-italian-formula-4-title/) - The Japanese Kean Nakamura-Berta has won the Italian Formula 4 title in race 2 after championship rival Gabriel Gomez did not start the race. - [SEBASTIAN WHELDON SEALS WIN OF THE FIRST RACE OF THE ITALIAN F4 WEEKEND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/sebastian-wheldon-seals-win-of-the-first-race-of-the-italian-f4-weekend/) - Sebastian Wheldon has won race 1 of 5 in Italian Formula 4 at Misano after starting from pole position and leading all session long. - [GABRIEL GOMEZ TAKES DOUBLE POLE AT MISANO IN ITALIAN F4](https://motorsportsclicks.com/gabriel-gomez-takes-double-pole-at-misano-in-italian-f4/) - Gabriel Gomez has taken pole position for race 2 and 3 in Italian Formula 4 while his championship rival Kean Nakamura-Berta will start only 8th. - [ITALIAN FORMULA 4 FINALE AT MISANO: THE WEEKEND PREVIEW](https://motorsportsclicks.com/italian-formula-4-finale-at-misano-the-weekend-preview/) - Italian Formula 4 has returned to where it started in 2025, at the Misano Adriatico racing track in the Riviera di Rimini. - [EUROCUP-3: MATTIA COLNAGHI CROWNED CHAMPION AFTER AN EXEMPLARY SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/eurocup-3-mattia-colnaghi-crowned-champion-after-an-exemplary-season/) - The 2025 Eurocup-3 season found its new champion at Jerez — Mattia Colnaghi. The Italian driver from MP Motorsport clinched the title after a consistent and perfectly managed campaign, defined above all by his remarkable steadiness. A steady rise throughout the year From the very first rounds, Colnaghi established himself as one of the most - [PORSCHE PENSKE SET TO LEAVE WEC AT THE END OF THE 2025 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/porsche-penske-set-to-leave-wec-at-the-end-of-the-2025-season/) - Porsche has officially announced that it will end its participation in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) at the end of the 2025 season. Starting in 2026, the Porsche 963 LMDh prototype will only race in the IMSA SportsCar Championship in North America. The company will also continue its efforts in Formula E with the - [GB3: ALEX NINOVIC CROWNED CHAMPION AT DONINGTON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/gb3-alex-ninovic-crowned-champion-at-donington/) - The 2025 GB3 season crowned a new champion this weekend at Donington Park: Alex Ninovic. The Australian driver from Rodin Motorsport clinched the title after a very strong year, marked by consistency and speed that never faltered. A season controlled from start to finish Ninovic quickly took the lead in the championship from the opening - [NICO HULKENBERG: WHERE HAS HIS PERFORMANCE GONE AFTER HIS PODIUM AT SILVERSTONE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/nico-hulkenberg-where-has-his-performance-gone-after-his-podium-at-silverstone/) - The question many are asking since Hulkenberg finally broke his long wait and stood on a Formula 1 podium for the very first time. - [GEORGE RUSSELL DOMINATES THE FORMULA 1 SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX](https://motorsportsclicks.com/george-russell-dominates-the-formula-1-singapore-grand-prix/) - George Russell dominated the Singapore Grand Prix in convincing style, starting from pole and keeping the lead all the way. - [MOTOGP: FERMIN ALDEGUER MAKES HISTORY IN INDONESIA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-fermin-aldeguer-makes-history-in-indonesia/) - The rookie Fermin Aldeguer made history in Indonesia by becoming the second-youngest MotoGP race winner. He dominated the Indonesia GP. - [F1 ACADEMY – SINGAPORE RACE 2: MAYA WEUG TRIUMPHS IN THE RAIN, THE TITLE WILL BE DECIDED IN LAS VEGAS!](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-academy-singapore-race-2-maya-weug-triumphs-in-the-rain-the-title-will-be-decided-in-las-vegas/) - The second race of the F1 Academy weekend in Singapore delivered another dramatic twist. On a tricky circuit once again — this time marked by the arrival of rain — Maya Weug emerged victorious after a thrilling contest, finishing ahead of Doriane Pin and Ella Lloyd. The title fight remains wide open: everything will be - [LAURA VILLARS ENTERS RACE TO BECOME FIA PRESIDENT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/laura-villars-enters-race-to-become-fia-president/) - Laura Villars, a Swiss racing driver and entrepreneur, has built a strong career across European motorsport. She’s competed in series such as Formula 4 UAE, Formula 4 Saudi Arabia, the Ultimate Cup Series F3R, where she finished fifth overall in 2023, and the Ferrari Challenge Europe, winning the Ladies Trophy in 2024. Since the beginning - [GEORGE RUSSELL TAKES INCREDIBLE POLE UNDER THE LIGHTS OF SINGAPORE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/george-russell-takes-incredible-pole-under-the-lights-of-singapore/) - George Russell has taken pole position after we have had three practice sessions topped by three different drivers. - [BEZZECCHI WINS SPRINT RACE ON LAST LAP MOVE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bezzecchi-wins-sprint-race-on-last-lap-move/) - Marco Bezzecchi and rookie Fermín Aldeguer gave us a fantastic show in the Sprint race. The Aprilia rider Bezzecchi came back from a bad start to pass Aldeguer on the very last lap and take the win, with Raul Fernandez finishing third for his first MotoGP podium. Bezzecchi didn’t launch well from pole position, and - [F1 ACADEMY - SINGAPORE RACE 1: LIA BLOCK WINS IN A CHAOTIC RACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-academy-singapore-race-1-lia-block-wins-in-a-chaotic-race/) - The first race of the F1 Academy weekend was eventful from the start, marked by several neutralizations, incidents on a slippery track and was won by Lia Block. - [BEZZECCHI TAKES POLE POSITION IN THE WEIRDEST MOTOGP QUALY OF THE YEAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bezzecchi-takes-pole-position-in-the-weirdest-motogp-qualy-of-the-year/) - One of the most surprising MotoGP grids of the year is led by Marco Bezzecchi, who continued his strong form with a dominant performance at Mandalika. - [PIASTRI TOPS HECTIC FREE PRACTICE 2 SESSION](https://motorsportsclicks.com/piastri-tops-hectic-free-practice-2-session/) - Piastri was fastest in a chaotic second practice session at the Singapore GP, which saw two red flags and a strange pit lane clash between Leclerc and Norris. - [MAYA WEUG STORMS INTO INCREDIBLE POLE POSITION IN F1 ACADEMY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/maya-weug-storms-into-incredible-pole-position-in-f1-academy/) - Maya Weug took her second pole position in a row after a fast lap under the Singapore lights, beating her championship rival Doriane Pin. - [FERNANDO ALONSO KICKS OFF SINGAPORE WEEKEND FASTEST](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fernando-alonso-kicks-off-singapore-weekend-fastest/) - Formula 1 has arrived to Singapore for the hottest round of the season, where drivers have already been warned about temperatures, and will be forced to use cooling kits in order to avoid health issues during the sessions. The FIA ​​raised the pit lane speed limit from 60 to 80 km/h in Singapore, as they - [DORIANE PIN STARTS F1 ACADEMY WEEKEND ON TOP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/doriane-pin-starts-f1-academy-weekend-on-top/) - Championship leader Doriane Pin opened her Singapore weekend on top, as the Mercedes driver topped the timesheets in Free Practice at the Marina Bay Circuit. - [FRIDAY REPORT IN MOTOGP AS MARC MARQUEZ STAYS OUT OF TOP 10 IN FP2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/friday-report-in-motogp-as-marc-marquez-stays-out-of-top-10-in-fp2/) - Free Practice 1 Indonesia’s sweltering heat and humidity set the stage for the opening MotoGP session, where Luca Marini rose to the top of the timesheets. The Italian struck late in FP1, setting a 1’30.809 on his penultimate flyer to secure P1. Only rookie Pedro Acosta was able to join him in the 1’30s, with - [MOTOGP LANDS IN INDONESIA: THE TITLE IS DECIDED, THE DRAMA ISN’T](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-lands-in-indonesia-the-title-is-decided-the-drama-isnt/) - The MotoGP circus rolls into Lombok for the Indonesian Grand Prix, where the spectacular Mandalika International Circuit will once again provide one of the most challenging stops of the season. The 4.3 km layout, with its 17 corners, fast-flowing sections, and tight technical turns, is paired with punishing heat, extreme humidity, and an abrasive surface - [F1 ACADEMY IS BACK; EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW AHEAD SINGAPORE WEEKEND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-academy-is-back-everything-you-need-to-know-ahead-singapore-weekend/) - The F1 Academy brings its exciting mix of young talent to the streets of Singapore. With the season now entering its decisive phase, the Marina Bay Street Circuit could well prove to be the turning point in the title fight. At the top of the standings, Doriane Pin has shown why she entered 2025 as - [FREC 2026: FIA CONFIRMS LIST OF PARTICIPATING TEAMS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/frec-2026-fia-confirms-list-of-participating-teams/) - On Thursday (Oct 2nd), the FIA confirmed the list of teams that will take part in the Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) in 2026. - [ALEXANDER DUNNE LEAVES MCLAREN: WHAT IS THE FUTURE LOOKING LIKE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alexander-dunne-leaves-mclaren-what-is-the-future-looking-like/) - Mclaren and young talent Alexander Dunne have parted ways with immediate effect today, October 2nd, in a surprising announcement from both parts. - [ARVID LINDBLAD TO JOIN RACING BULLS IN FORMULA 1 FROM 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/arvid-lindblad-to-join-racing-bulls-in-formula-1-from-2026/) - The rumours have been leaked by the F1 insider Erik Van Haren, Arvid Lindblad will graduate from Formula 2 to Formula 1 in 2026. - [FRECA: DE PALO LOOKS TO TAKE THE CHAMPIONSHIP LEAD AT HOCKENHEIM](https://motorsportsclicks.com/freca-de-palo-looks-to-take-the-championship-lead-at-hockenheim/) - FRECA heads to Hockenheim this weekend for the penultimate round of the season, with Freddie Slater and Matteo De Palo tied at the top of the championship. Enzo Deligny and Pedro Clerot are also level on points, 28 behind the leaders. De Palo confident, Slater under pressure Matteo De Palo arrives in Germany full of - [CADILLAC F1 TEAM ANNOUNCES FOUR SIMULATOR AND TEST DRIVERS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/cadillac-f1-team-announces-four-simulator-and-test-drivers/) - Cadillac has announced four simulator and test drivers for its Formula 1 program from the 2026 season, when the American team will debut in the series. - [INTERVIEW WITH PIETRO FITTIPALDI: "AIMING A RETURN TO WEC FOR 2026"](https://motorsportsclicks.com/interview-with-pietro-fittipaldi-aiming-a-return-to-wec-for-2026/) - In an interview with the Pietro Fittipaldi at the third round of the ELMS at Imola this year, he told Motorsportsclicks he is aiming a return to WEC in 2026. - [KEY MEMBERS OF SCUDERIA FERRARI LEAVING AHEAD OF 2026 REGULATIONS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/key-members-of-scuderia-ferrari-leaving-ahead-of-2026-regulations/) - According to the Italian website AutoRacer.it, Ferrari will lose some of its main figures working on the new 2026 Formula 1 power unit project. - [CAIO COLLET FINDS OPPORTUNITY FOR POSSIBLE INDYCAR SEAT IN 2026 AS TESTING BEGINS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indynxt-runner-up-caio-collet-finds-opportunity-for-possible-indycar-seat-in-2026/) - IndyNXT 2025 runner-up Caio Collet will test the #4 Indycar of AJ Foyt at the Indianapolis Road Course on this Wednesday, October 1st. - [ALPINE STORMS INTO FIRST LMDH WIN IN WEC](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alpine-storms-into-first-lmdh-win-in-wec/) - In front of a packed grandstand, the #35 Alpine crew began the WEC 6 Hours of Fuji from ninth on the 18-car Hypercar grid. - [PECCO BAGNAIA TAKES VICTORIES IN JAPAN DESPITE ISSUES, AS TEAM MATE MARQUEZ SEALS THE CHAMPIONSHIP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/pecco-bagnaia-takes-victories-in-japan-despite-issues-as-team-mate-marquez-seals-the-championship/) - Francesco Bagnaia managed to win the Japanese GP at Motegi despite late concerns over his Ducati’s reliability, while Marc Marquez sealed the 2025 MotoGP title. - [CADILLAC TAKES ANOTHER FRONT ROW LOCKOUT IN WEC QUALY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/cadillac-takes-another-front-row-lockout-in-wec-qualy/) - Cadillac Hertz Team Jota produced a stunning performance in Hyperpole qualifying for the FIA World Endurance Championship Six Hours of Fuji - [PECCO BAGNAIA DOMINATES IN JAPAN TO WIN HIS FIRST SPRINT RACE OF THE SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/pecco-bagnaia-dominates-in-japan-to-win-his-first-sprint-race-of-the-season/) - Francesco Bagnaia is back on top. The Ducati Lenovo Team’s double World Champion announced his return in style at Motegi - [BAGNAIA RETURNS TO POLE POSITION IN MOTEGI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bagnaia-returns-to-pole-position-in-motegi/) - Francesco Bagnaia, the reigning double MotoGP World Champion stormed to pole position at the Motul Grand Prix of Japan. - [OPENING DAY AT FUJI: PEUGEOT SETS THE PACE, LEXUS SHINES ON HOME SOIL](https://motorsportsclicks.com/opening-day-at-fuji-peugeot-sets-the-pace-lexus-shines-on-home-soil/) - The FIA World Endurance Championship returned to Fuji Speedway for the 6 Hours of Fuji, one of the most iconic rounds on the calendar. With Toyota enjoying the spotlight at its home race and a packed crowd ready to witness the battle between the top manufacturers, the first two free practice sessions delivered plenty of - [RECAP OF THE FIRST DAY OF MOTOGP AT MOTEGI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/recap-of-the-first-day-of-motogp-at-motegi/) - Francesco Bagnaia kicked off proceedings in Japan in commanding style, topping the opening MotoGP practice with a 1’44.857 - [MOTOGP JAPANESE GRAND PRIX PREVIEW](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-japanese-grand-prix-preview/) - The 2025 MotoGP Japanese Grand Prix at Motegi arrives at a decisive point in the season, carrying enormous championship implications. It is a unique circuit on the calendar, famous for its stop-and-go character, heavy braking zones, and a demanding mix of slow to medium-speed corners. At the center of attention is Marc Márquez, who comes - [RACING IN THE SHADOWS OF MOUNT FUJI: WHAT TO EXPECT FROM WEC](https://motorsportsclicks.com/racing-in-the-shadows-of-mount-fuji-what-to-expect-from-wec/) - This weekend marks the 7th round of the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship, the 6 Hours of Fuji, and as the penultimate race of the season, the stakes are sky-high. Teams are scrambling to cement their positions before the final showdown in Bahrain. Championship Landscape: Who’s Leading Heading into Fuji, Ferrari sits atop the Hypercar - [DENNIS HAUGER STEPS UP TO INDYCAR AS ANDRETTI SEALS TECHNICAL PARTNERSHIP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/dennis-hauger-steps-up-to-indycar-as-andretti-seals-technical-partnership/) - Dennis Hauger has bee officially announced as the first ever Norwegian Indycar driver in the history of the series, and he will race with Dale Coyne. - [FRECA TITLE CONTENDER MATTEO DE PALO JOINS TRIDENT FOR THE 2026 FORMULA 3 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/freca-title-contender-matteo-de-palo-joins-trident-for-the-2026-formula-3-season/) - The news are out, and the Italian from Rome Matteo de Palo will step up to FIA Formula 3 in the 2026 season. - [CHRISTIAN HORNER OFFICIALLY LEAVES RED BULL](https://motorsportsclicks.com/christian-horner-officially-leaves-red-bull/) - Christian Horner has been fired from Red Bull after being demoted from his role of team principal on July 9th, being replaced by Laurent Mekies. - [VERSTAPPEN DOMINATES AT BAKU AS SAINZ GETS FIRST PODIUM FOR WILLIAMS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-dominates-at-baku-as-sainz-gets-first-podium-for-williams/) - Max Verstappen dominated the Azerbaijan Grand Prix from start to finish, while Lando Norris cut the gap to championship leader Oscar Piastri to 25 points - [CRAWFORD RESISTS LATE CHARGE FROM DURKSEN TO WIN IN FORMULA 2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/crawford-resists-late-charge-from-durksen-to-win-in-formula-2/) - Jak Crawford narrowly fended off a fast-closing Joshua Duerksen to secure his third Feature Race win of the season in Baku - [DINO BEGANOVIC WINS FOR THE FIRST TIME IN FORMULA 2 AS HITECH SEALS 1-2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/dino-beganovic-wins-for-the-first-time-in-formula-2-as-hitech-seals-1-2/) - Ferrari Junior Dino Beganovic has won for the first time ever in FIA Formula 2 at Baku, during the Sprint race of the Azerbaijan GP. - [FORMULA 1 QUALIFYING SEES VERSTAPPEN ON POLE, WILLAMS IN THE FRONT ROW & REDFLAGS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-qualifying-sees-verstappen-on-pole-willams-in-the-front-row-redflags/) - Max Verstappen snatched pole position for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, denying Carlos Sainz what would have been a surprise P1 start. - [VICTOR MARTINS CRASHES IN QUALY AT BAKU: HIS FORMULA 2 CAMPAIGN GETS EVEN WORSE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/victor-martins-crashes-in-qualy-at-baku-his-formula-2-campaign-gets-even-worse/) - Victor Martins misses out once again on a good result in Qualy in Formula 2, as the French driver crashed in turn 3, causing a red flag. - [GENESIS WEC 2026 DRIVER LINEUP: FULL OVERVIEW](https://motorsportsclicks.com/genesis-wec-2026-driver-lineup-full-overview/) - Genesis Magma Racing is set to make its debut in the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) with a full-factory Hypercar effort. Backed by Hyundai Motorsport, the team will field two Genesis GMR-001 LMDh prototypes in the Hypercar category. Here’s a full breakdown of the confirmed drivers, their backgrounds, and what to expect from the - [ROMAN STANEK HAS FASTEST LAP DELETED AFTER MAJOR INCIDENT WITH BENNETT IN F2 QUALY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/roman-stanek-given-grid-penalty-after-major-incident-with-bennett-in-f2-qualy/) - Roman Stanek qualified P9 in this Friday's Formula 2 qualy, meaning he would have started second in the sprint race on Saturday. - [LEWIS HAMILTON LEADS FORMULA 1 FREE PRACTICE 2 AT BAKU AS NORRIS CRASHES OUT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lewis-hamilton-leads-formula-1-free-practice-2-at-baku-as-norris-crashes-out/) - Lewis Hamilton topped the timesheets in the second practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, leading a Ferrari 1–2 ahead of Charles Leclerc - [CRAWFORD STORMS INTO POLE IN A CHAOTIC FORMULA 2 QUALIFYING SESSION](https://motorsportsclicks.com/crawford-storms-into-pole-in-a-chaotic-formula-2-qualifying-session/) - Jak Crawford has set pole position at Baku for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, ahead of the Italian pair Leonardo Fornaroli and Gabriele Mini. - [FORMULA 1 GOES TO THE CAUCASUS AS NORRIS SETS THE EARLY PACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-goes-to-the-caucasus-as-norris-sets-the-early-pace/) - After a two-week pause, Formula 1 roared back to life as the championship moved beyond Europe for its final stretch, kicking things off with the Azerbaijan GP. - [FORMULA 2 WEEKEND KICKS OFF WITH DUNNE ON TOP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-weekend-kicks-off-with-dunne-on-top/) - Alex Dunne began his Baku weekend in style by setting the pace in Formula 2 Free Practice, edging out title rival Jak Crawford in a tightly contested session. - [FORMULA 2 RETURNS TO BAKU, THE PREVIEW OF THE WEEKEND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-returns-to-baku-the-preview-of-the-weekend/) - Formula 2 goes to the Eurasian zone for round 11 of the 2025 championship, the third to last weekend of the season. - [INTEREST FOR DUNNE EMERGES FROM ALPINE AND RED BULL](https://motorsportsclicks.com/interest-for-dunne-emerges-from-alpine-and-red-bull/) - Alexander Dunne has been one of the emerging talents in this FIA Formula 2 season, Formula 1 teams could take him on loan for private tests - [TRIDENT CHANGES LINE-UP FOR THE REST OF THE FORMULA 2 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/trident-changes-line-up-for-the-rest-of-the-formula-2-season/) - The Italian team Trident has announced a change of their Formula 2 line-up for the rest of the 2025 Formula 2 season. - [MARQUEZ WINS AT MISANO UNDER PRESSURE BREAKING RECORDS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marquez-wins-at-misano-under-pressure-breaking-records/) - Marc Marquez edged Marco Bezzecchi to win a thrilling Misano race, moving a step closer to completing his title comeback. - [MARCO BEZZECCHI STORMS INTO INCREDIBLE WIN AT HOME AS MARQUEZ CRASHES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marco-bezzecchi-storms-into-incredible-win-at-home-as-marquez-crashes/) - Saturday firmly belonged to Marco Bezzecchi and Aprilia Racing at the Red Bull Grand Prix of San Marino and the Rimini Riviera - [HOME HERO MARCO BEZZECCHI TAKES POLE AT MISANO IN MOTOGP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/home-hero-marco-bezzecchi-takes-pole-at-misano-in-motogp/) - Marco Bezzecchi gave the Misano crowd something to cheer about by claiming pole position with a stunning late effort in a thrilling MotoGP Q2 session. - [FRIDAY ACTION OF MOTOGP AT MISANO](https://motorsportsclicks.com/friday-action-of-motogp-at-misano/) - The bikes have got on track for the first time today at the Misano World Circuit, for the MotoGP San Marino Grand Prix. Let's have a look on today's action. - [WHO IS FREDDIE SLATER: THE BRITISH TALENT ANNOUNCED TO RACE FOR TRIDENT IN FORMULA 3](https://motorsportsclicks.com/who-is-freddie-slater-the-british-talent-announced-to-race-for-trident-in-formula-3/) - The young British star Freddie Slater has been announced as the first Trident driver for the 2026 Formula 3 season, let's find out more about him. - [MOTOGP AT CATALUNYA: BOTH MARQUEZ BROTHERS WINNING AND DUCATI SEALS CONSTRUCTORS CHAMPIONSHIP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-at-catalunya-both-marquez-brothers-winning-and-ducati-seals-constructors-championship/) - MotoGP returned to Catalunya after a two week stop from the Balaton Park, let's run through what happened in this weekend's evebt. - [BROWNING SEALS MAIDEN FORMULA 2 FEATURE RACE WIN AT MONZA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/browning-seals-maiden-formula-2-feature-race-win-at-monza/) - Luke Browning secured his maiden FIA Formula 2 victory at Monza, converting pole into a hard-fought Feature Race triumph for Hitech TGR. With the whole grid starting on Supersofts, Luke Browning launched brilliantly while Kush Maini bogged down from the front row, slipping back through the pack. Roman Stanek and Oliver Goethe clashed side by - [MAX VERSTAPPEN TO MAKE GT3 DEBUT AT THE NURBURGRING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/max-verstappen-to-make-gt3-debut-at-the-nurburgring/) - Max Verstappen is officially beginning his racing journey on the legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife. - [VERSTAPPEN BREAKS MCLAREN'S WIN STREAK AT MONZA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-breaks-mclarens-win-streak-at-monza/) - Max Verstappen has won the Italian Grand Prix with a 20-second gap over the Mclaren's cars and brings home both vitory trophies from Italian rounds this season. - [KEVIN ESTRE WINS AN ACTON-PACKED LONE STAR LE MANS IN WEC; IN THE LMGT3 IT IS THE #95 THAT TAKES THEIR FIRST GLORY.](https://motorsportsclicks.com/kevin-estre-wins-an-acton-packed-lone-star-le-mans-in-wec-in-the-lmgt3-it-is-the-95-that-takes-their-first-glory/) - WEC is back, and what a way to do it: the 6 hours of COTA has been characterized by overtakes, a lot of rain and a splendid battle for the lead in the LMGT3 . - [WEC: KUBICA STROMS TO POLE; PEUGEOT DROPPED; PROTONS FIRST HYPERPOLE; MUSTANG LOCKS OUT FRONT ROW](https://motorsportsclicks.com/wec-kubica-stroms-to-pole-peugeot-dropped-protons-first-hyperpole-mustang-locks-out-front-row/) - WEC returned to Austin for Round 6 of the 2025 season, with teams battling for pole at the Circuit of the Americas. In wet conditions, the Hyperpole sessions delivered intense action as top contenders in both Hypercar and LMGT3 fought for grid positions ahead of Sunday’s Lone Star Le Mans. The first Hypercar qualifying session - [INTHRAPHUVASAK WINS LAST RACE OF THE SEASON AS CAMPOS CLINCHES FORMULA 3 TEAM'S TITLE WITH A 1-2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/inthraphuvasak-wins-last-race-of-the-season-as-campos-clinches-formula-3-teams-title-with-a-1-2/) - Campos Racing has clinched the 2025 FIA Formula 3 Teams' championship with a 1-2 finish at Monza, having the Thai Inthraphuvasak on the top step of the podium. - [VERSTAPPEN TAKES POLE AND SETS FASTEST FORMULA 1 LAP EVER AT MONZA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verstappen-takes-pole-and-sets-fastest-formula-1-lap-ever-at-monza/) - Red Bull’s Max Verstappen pulled off another brilliant lap to take pole position for the Italian Grand Prix, just ahead of McLaren drivers Lando Norris. - [TRAMNITZ LOSES F3 WIN AFTER START PROCEDURE INFRINGMENT, BILINSKI INHERITS VICTORY, CAMARA HANDED A PENALTY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/tramnitz-loses-f3-win-after-start-procedure-infringment-bilinski-inherits-victory-camara-handed-a-penalty/) - Tim Tramnitz has lost his second win of the season in Formula 3 after an infringment has been found on the start procedure of the German's car. Bilinski wins. - [FORNAROLI WINS FOURTH RACE IN FOUR WEEKENDS OF FORMULA 2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fornaroli-wins-fourth-race-in-four-weekends-of-formula-2/) - Leonardo Fornaroli has won the sprint race at Monza after an engine failure in the Formula 2 qualifying, which fortunately did not drop him down in the order - [WEC FIRST DAY: TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES AND RED FLAGS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/wecs-first-day-technical-diffculties-and-redflags/) - The World Endurance Championship (WEC) returned to the track today for a day of practice after a long break, - [TIM TRAMNITZ SEALS SECOND WIN OF THE FORMULA 3 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/tim-tramnitz-seals-second-win-of-the-formula-3-season/) - Tim Tramnitz has won the last sprint race of the 2025 Formula 3 season, ahead of Roman Bilinski and Martinius Stenshorne. - [FORMULA 1 FP2: NORRIS RESTORES THE ORDER, WILLIAMS IS UP FOR A FIGHT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-fp2-norris-restores-the-order-williams-is-up-for-a-fight/) - In the second free practice session of Formula 1 Lando Norris set the pace with a fastest lap of 1:19.878, leading a tightly packed field. - [BROWNING GETS POLE IN FORMULA 2 AS RIVALS RETIRE FROM QUALIFYING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/browning-gets-pole-in-formula-2-as-rivals-retire-from-qualifying/) - Luke Browning is on pole position for the first time in Formula 2 this season, qualifying ahead of Richard Verschoor and Kush Maini. - [BRAD BENAVIDES TAKES SECOND POLE IN FORMULA 3](https://motorsportsclicks.com/brad-benavides-takes-second-pole-in-formula-3/) - Brad Benavides storms into pole at a confusing Formula 3 qualifying session here at Monza, it his second pole position of the year, with the AIX team. - [FORMULA 1 FP1: FERRARI TOPS THE TIMES, MCLAREN ONLY MIDFIELD, ANTONELLI FASTEST ROOKIE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-fp1-ferrari-tops-the-times-mclaren-only-midfield-antonelli-fastest-rookie/) - The engines roared to life at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza as Formula 1 returned for the first Free Practice session of the 2025 Italian Grand Prix. - [FORMULA 3 HITS THE TRACK FOR PRACTICE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-3-hits-the-track-for-practice/) - Formula 3 is back on track for the last weekend of the season, and on Friday morning here at Monza the drivers are looking forward to finish the season well. - [VERSCHOOR TOPS FORMULA 2 TIMESHEETS IN FREE PRACTICE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/verschoor-tops-formula-2-timesheets-in-free-practice/) - Formula 2 has hit the track for the first time this weekend with Free Practice which was packed with action - [FEFO BARRICHELLO "HONOURED TO CARRY FAMILY'S NAME" TO F1 FEEDER SERIES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fefo-barrichello-honoured-to-carry-familys-name-to-f1-feeder-series/) - During the weekend of the Formula 1 Dutch GP, Fefo Barrichello has been announced as the newest driver of the AIX Racing Team for the 2026 Formula 3 season - [FORMULA 3 ARRIVES TO ITALY FOR THE GRAND FINALE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-3-arrives-to-italy-for-the-grand-finale/) - The FIA Formula 3 championship has arrived to Monza for the 10th and final round of the season, weekend that will define the future for some of the drivers. - [FORMULA 2 WEEKEND PREVIEW AT MONZA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-weekend-preview-at-monza/) - Formula 2 is back to Italy for its eleventh round of the season, in the iconic Autodromo Nazionale di Monza, for the final european event. - [MOTOGP ARRIVES TO CATALUNYA FOR ROUND 15](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-arrives-to-catalunya-for-round-15/) - From the challenge of Balaton Park, MotoGP heads to a classic stage: Barcelona for Round 15, and with it comes one of the most iconic weekends on the calendar. - [WEC HEADS TO TEXAS: WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE 6 HOURS OF COTA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/wec-heads-to-texas-what-to-expect-from-the-6-hours-of-cota/) - As the 2025 FIA WEC season enters its final stretch, the series heads stateside for the 6 Hours of Circuit of the Americas (COTA) on Sunday, September 7. - [FIRST MOVES IN INDYCAR FOR 2026: POWER TO ANDRETTI, HERTA CHASES F1 DREAM](https://motorsportsclicks.com/first-moves-in-indycar-for-2026-power-to-andretti-herta-chases-f1-dream/) - The 2026 IndyCar season will see some of the biggest driver changes in recent years, with veterans switching teams, young drivers stepping up. - [INDYCAR MOVES FROM TORONTO TO MARKHAM IN 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indycar-moves-from-toronto-to-markham-from-2026/) - During a press conference held today, IndyCar has announced that the race in Canada is going to be moved from Toronto to Markham, Ontario. - [UNDERSTANDING BALANCE OF PERFORMANCE IN WEC: What is its purpose?](https://motorsportsclicks.com/understanding-balance-of-performance-what-is-its-purpose/) - In endurance racing, performance is about more than just raw speed. WEC brings together a wide range of cars from different manufacturers. - [COLTON HERTA JOINS CADILLAC F1 TEAM AS TEST DRIVER!](https://motorsportsclicks.com/colton-herta-joins-cadillac-f1-team-as-test-driver/) - Cadillac’s long-awaited entry into Formula 1 has brought fresh excitement to the American motorsport scene. While the brand has confirmed Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas as it's race drivers, the team has also added a strong American name to its roster: Colton Herta will serve as Cadillac’s official Formula 1 test and development driver in 2026. - [WEC: NICK CASSIDY WILL JOIN PEUGEOT IN 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/wec-nick-cassidy-will-join-peugeot-in-2026/) - The FIA World Endurance Championship is getting a major shake-up in 2026. New Zealand’s racing ace Nick Cassidy is set to join Peugeot Sport - [JOSEF NEWGARDEN CLINCHES FIRST WIN OF THE SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/josef-newgarden-clinches-first-win-of-the-season/) - Josef Newgarden wins a chaotic race at his home state, Tennessee, starting from 6th, ahead of Alex Palou and Kyffin Simpsons. - [PIASTRI DOMINATES AT ZANDVOORT WHILE NORRIS RETIRES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/piastri-dominates-at-zandvoort-while-norris-retires/) - Oscar Piastri took victory in a dramatic Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, as McLaren teammate Lando Norris retired in the closing laps with a mechanical issue. - [MAYA WEUG DOMINATES IN FRONT OF HER HOME CROWD](https://motorsportsclicks.com/maya-weug-dominates-in-front-of-her-home-crowd/) - Starting from pole position, Maya Weug has won the race 2 of this weekend's F1 Academy Dutch Grand Prix, ahead of Alisha Palmowski and Doriane Pin. - [NINA GADEMAN WINS FROM POLE IN F1 ACADEMY RACE 1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/nina-gademan-wins-from-pole-in-f1-academy-race-1/) - It was the perfect race for the Alpine driver Nina Gademan, who took her maiden win at home and on her 22nd birthday. - [REPORT OF THE FIRST DAY OF F1 ACADEMY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/report-of-the-first-day-of-f1-academy/) - At the Dutch GP 2025, the F1 Academy drivers began their weekend with two competitive practice sessions around the curves of Zandvoort. - [OSCAR PIASTRI STORMS INTO INCREDIBLE POLE AT ZANDVOORT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/oscar-piastri-storms-into-incredible-pole-at-zandvoort/) - Oscar Piastri has taken pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix, beating his team mate who led all the practice sessions and breaking the track record. - [NORRIS UNSTOPPABLE, DOMINATION ON FRIDAY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/norris-unstoppable-domination-on-friday/) - At Zandvoort there is a driver who is unstoppable at the moment, Lando Norris. The British dominated both sessions on Friday, on qualy and race pace simulation. - [FORMULA 1 FP1: MCLARENS RETURN TO WHERE THEY FINISHED, FERRARI STRUGGLES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-fp1-mclarens-return-to-where-they-finished-ferrari-struggles/) - Formula 1 has come back as it finished, with Mclarens dominating the classification at the end of the session. - [FORMULA 1 RETURNS TO THE DUTCH COAST](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-returns-to-the-dutch-coast/) - We have arrived at the end of the Formula 1 summer break, and it is time to take things seriously, as an incredible championship fight is set to continue. - [F1 ACADEMY HEADS TO ZANDVOORT: A CRUCIAL FIGHT FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-academy-heads-to-zandvoort-a-crucial-fight-for-the-championship/) - The rolling dunes of the Dutch coast are set to rumble with the sound of thr engines as the F1 Academy heads back to Zandvoort for Round 5 of the 2025 season. - [FIA SET TO INTRODUCE ENERGY DEPLOYMENT LIMIT FOR FORMULA 1 ENGINES IN 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fia-creates-power-deployment-limit-for-formula-1-engines-in-2026/) - The 2026 Formula 1 cars threatening to reach a 400km/h speed, the FIA will be introducing a limit for the deployment of the MGU-K in 2026. The last rumours about the 2026 engines indicate that even at Monaco, where 8th gear is not even used, the cars could reach even more than 330 km/h down - [COLTON HERTA RUMOURED TO RACE IN FORMULA 2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/colton-herta-rumoured-to-race-in-formula-2/) - The latest rumours in the Indycar paddock indicate that Andretti driver Colton Herta could be racing in Formula 2 in 2026. - [CHRISTIAN RASMUSSEN TAKES FIRST EVER WIN IN INDYCAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/christian-rasmussen-takes-first-ever-win-in-indycar/) - The Danish Christian Rasmussen has won his first ever race in Indycar, the first one for Ed Carpenter since the Indianapolis Road Course GP with Rinus Veekay. - [DENNIS HAUGER CLINCHES INDYNXT TITLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/dennis-hauger-clinches-indynxt-title/) - Dennis Hauger has won the 2025 NTT IndyNXT title on his debut season with Andretti Global, defeating Caio Collet and his team mate Lochie Hughes. - [MARC MARQUEZ WINS 14TH RACE IN A ROW IN MOTOGP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marc-marquez-wins-14th-race-in-a-row-in-motogp/) - Marc Marquez has won the Hungarian Grand Prix at the brand-new Balaton Park circuit starting from pole position, his eighth pole this season. - [ALEX PALOU TAKES MAGIC POLE AT MILWAUKEE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/alex-palou-takes-magic-pole-at-milwaukee/) - Alex Palou has taken yet another pole position in this phenomenal 2025 Indycar season for the Spaniard, this time around at Milwaukee. - [INDYCAR AND INDYNXT AT THE MILWAUKEE MILE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indycar-and-indynxt-at-the-milwaukee-mile/) - Both Indycar and IndyNXT get to Milwaukee for their penultimate round of the season. With Indycar being decided already, IndyNXT is yet to decide its champion. - [MARC MARQUEZ DOMINATES SPRINT RACE IN HUNGARY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marc-marquez-dominates-sprint-race-in-hungary/) - Marc Marquez has won once again in MotoGP, this time around, the first ever race at the brand-new Balaton Park in Hungary. - [MARC MARQUEZ TAKES HIS EIGHTH POLE POSITION OF THE SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marc-marquez-takes-his-eighth-pole-position-of-the-season/) - The first ever qualifying at the Balaton Park in Hungary for MotoGP saw Marc Marquez absolutely smash the rest of the grid, dominating the Q2 session. - [REPORT FROM DAY ONE OF MOTOGP AT BALATON PARK](https://motorsportsclicks.com/report-from-day-one-of-motogp-at-balaton-park/) - A brand-new racing circuit with several changes of directions and left turns, saw MotoGP return to Hungary after 33 years. - [MOTOGP ARRIVES AT THE BALATON PARK](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-arrives-at-the-balaton-park/) - MotoGP gets to Hungary for its 14th round of the 2025 season, at the brand new Balaton Park, circuit where only the Superbike has raced at. - [CADILLAC IS UNDERSTOOD TO HAVE CHOSEN THEIR FORMULA 1 DRIVERS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/cadillac-is-understood-to-have-chosen-their-formula-1-drivers/) - As we approach the end of the 2025 Formula 1 year, Cadillac seems to have decided their drivers for their debuting season. - [BRAZILIAN MOTO2 RIDER DIOGO MOREIRA TO STEP UP TO MOTOGP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/brazilian-moto2-rider-diogo-moreira-to-step-up-to-motogp/) - The Italtrans rider from Brazil, Diogo Moreira, is one of the most promising title contenders in Moto2, sitting 4th in the standings with 2 wins and 3 poles. - [MARC MARQUEZ TAKES VICTORY OF THE 1000TH RACE IN MOTOGP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marc-marquez-takes-victory-of-the-1000th-race-in-motogp/) - The championship leader Marc Marquez has won for the ninth time this season in MotoGP, starting from P4, ahead of Fermin Aldeguer and Bezzecchi. - [MARC MARQUEZ WINS SPRINT RACE FROM FOURTH](https://motorsportsclicks.com/marc-marquez-wins-sprint-race-from-fourth/) - Marc Marquez has won the Sprint Race of the Austrian GP. It is now his 13th win in Sprint races, 3 less than current World champion Jorge Martin. - [BEZZECCHI TAKES FANTASTIC POLE IN MOTOGP](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bezzecchi-takes-fantastic-pole-in-motogp/) - Marco Bezzecchi has taken an exceptional pole position coming from Q1. That is his 5th pole position in MotoGP, with the last one being in India in 2023. - [REPORT OF THE FIRST DAY OF MOTOGP WEEKEND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/report-of-the-first-day-of-motogp-weekend/) - MotoGP has returned from summer break in Austria, with Marc Marquez dominating both practice sessions on Friday. - [MOTOGP COMES BACK FROM SUMMER BREAK](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-comes-back-from-summer-break/) - MotoGP returns to action this weekend in Austria, at the Red Bull Ring, which as we know, will not be using the same layout as F1 due to the huge crash in 2021. - [F1 DRIVERS ARE NOT HAPPY WITH THE 2026 REGULATIONS](https://motorsportsclicks.com/f1-drivers-are-not-happy-with-the-2026-regulations/) - We are getting closer to the regulations change in 2026, and concerns are growing in the paddock and among fans. The first to speak out have been the drivers. - [FORMULA 1 TEAMS WITHOUT A CONFIRMED LINE-UP FOR 2026](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-1-teams-without-a-confirmed-line-up-for-2026/) - The 2025 Formula 1 season has got to its summer break, and with four months of racing to go, there are still teams without a confirmed driver for 2026. - [FORMULA 2 AND FORMULA 3 2026: FIRST DRIVER MOVES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-and-formula-3-2026-first-driver-moves/) - As the Formula 3 season comes closely to its ending with the last race being in Monza, the driver market starts to get busy as usual. - [WILL POWER WINS IN PORTLAND, BUT PALOU SEALS 4TH INDYCAR TITLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/will-power-wins-in-portland-but-palou-seals-4th-indycar-title/) - The 2025 GP of Portland delivered a captivating afternoon of racing drama. Will Power claimed his first victory this season, while Palou clinched his 4th title. - [INDYNXT: HAUGER DOMINATES IN PORTLAND AND HAS ONE HAND ON THE TITLE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indynxt-hauger-dominates-in-portland-and-has-one-hand-on-the-title/) - The Andretti driver Dennis Hauger has won the race at Portland after starting third, ahead of runner-up Caio Collet and Myles Roweoff. - [LUNDGAARD TAKES POLE BUT O'WARD STARTS P1 IN INDYCAR](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lundgaard-takes-pole-but-oward-starts-p1-in-indycar/) - Christian Lundgaard has taken pole position again in Indycar, in round 15. An unexpected lap from the Danish has put him on pole for his first pole with Mclaren - [PALOU HAS THE FIRST CHANCE TO SEAL THE TITLE AT PORTLAND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/palou-has-the-first-chance-to-seal-the-title-at-portland/) - Indycar gets to Portland for the round no.15 of 17 of the 2025 season. Palou has had perhaps one of the most dominant year so far, winning 50% of the races. - [INDYNXT: COLLET CLOSES UP TO HAUGER GOING INTO PORTLAND](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indynxt-collet-closes-up-to-hauger-going-into-portland/) - Indycar arrives to the Western part of the United States for its third to last round of the season, followed by its feeder series, the IndyNXT - [FRANCO COLAPINTO: ROUGH TIME, WHAT IS HIS FUTURE?](https://motorsportsclicks.com/franco-colapinto-going-through-a-rough-time/) - The season of Colapinto has not been easy at all since his comeback at Imola. With another crash in the Pirelli tire tests, the Argentine loses more confidence. - [ROMAN STANEK TAKES FORMULA 2 POLE IN HUNGARY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/roman-stanek-takes-formula-2-pole-in-hungary/) - Formula 2 qualy saw a perfect session from the Invicta team, who got a 1-2 with Czech driver Roman Stanek starting on pole. - [RISING STAR: GABRIEL BORTOLETO IN THE 2025 FORMULA 1 SEASON](https://motorsportsclicks.com/rising-star-gabriel-bortoleto-in-the-formula-1-season/) - Gabriel Bortoleto wasn’t dominating pre-season headlines, but halfway through the 2025 Formula 1 campaign, that has quietly begun to change. - [LAMBORGHINI PAUSES PROTOTYPE RACING](https://motorsportsclicks.com/lamborghini-pauses-prototype-racing/) - Lamborghini pauses its Endurance program with the SC63 Prototype for the 2026 season to realign future strategies - [MOTOGP 2025: A SEASON DEFINED BY INJURIES](https://motorsportsclicks.com/motogp-2025-a-season-defined-by-injuries/) - The 2025 MotoGP season has been thrilling for all the wrong reasons, marked by widespread injuries that could make it the most brutal in the sport's history. - [THE ROAD TO CADILLAC: DRUGOVICH IN CONTENTION](https://motorsportsclicks.com/the-road-to-cadillac-drugovich-in-contention/) - As Cadillac prepares to join the F1 grid in 2026, could Drugovich be in line for a seat with the American team? Let's take a look at his current position. - [AKSHAY BOHRA SEALS A DELIGHTFUL WEEKEND FOR R-ACE GP IN FRECA](https://motorsportsclicks.com/akshay-bohra-seals-a-delightful-weekend-for-r-ace-gp-in-freca/) - Akshay Bohra delivered a flawless flag-to-flag drive to claim his first-ever victory in the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine at Imola. - [NORRIS WINS IN A DEFENSIVE MASTERCLASS AGAINST PIASTRI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/norris-wins-in-a-defensive-masterclass-against-piastri/) - Lando Norris secured his ninth career Formula 1 win today at the Hungarian Grand Prix after an intense and tactical battle at the Hungaroring. - [BONDAREV CLINCHES MAIDEN WIN IN ITALIAN F4](https://motorsportsclicks.com/bondarev-clinches-maiden-win-in-italian-f4/) - The Williams junior Bondarev has finally won his first ever race in single-seaters after a fierce battle with his team mate Kean Nakamura-Berta until the end. - [FORMULA 2: FORNAROLI DOMINATES, INVICTA RACING TAKES 1-2!](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-2-fornaroli-dominates-invicta-racing-takes-1-2/) - Leonardo Fornaroli dominated Formula 2 Feature race, extending his lead in the championship with a 1-2 for Invicta, as his team mate Roman Stanek finished P2. - [AKSHAY BOHRA GRABS FANTASTIC POLE FOR FRECA RACE 2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/akshay-bohra-grabs-fantastic-pole-for-freca-race-2/) - FRECA's Sunday activities got under way at with the second qualifying session of the weekend. Once again a R-ace GP go fastest, with Bohra this time around. - [RAFAEL CÂMARA IS THE FIA FORMULA 3 CHAMPION](https://motorsportsclicks.com/rafael-camara-is-the-fia-formula-3-champion/) - The Brazilian Rafael Câmara has sealed the Formula 3 championship after a dominant season defeating Nikola Tsolov, Mari Boya and Tim Tramnitz. - [HUGE CRASH SUSPENDS ITALIAN F4 RACE 2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/huge-crash-suspends-italian-f4-race-2/) - Italian Formula 4 race number two gets suspended after a massive crash from a stalled car on the grid caused damage in 15 cars. - [CHARLES LECLERC TAKES POLE POSITION IN HUNGARY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/charles-leclerc-takes-pole-position-in-hungary/) - When no one expected it, Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc improved himself enough to spoil Mclaren's 1-2 party and conquer pole position. The top 4 is divided only by less than a tenth, as Oscar Piastri only was 26 milliseconds behind the poleman, Norris 41, and Russell 53. But let's have a look at how this - [ENZO DELIGNY WINS FROM POLE IN FRECA RACE 1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/enzo-deligny-wins-from-pole-in-freca-race-1/) - Enzo Deligny has dominated FRECA race 1 after starting from pole with a magical lap, qualifying ahead of the championship leader Freddie Slater. Pedro Clerot, Enzo's direct rival at the moment, is fighting for the 3rd place on the standings at the moment and qualified P4 in front of runner-up Matteo de Palo, making Deligny's - [PEPE MARTI WINS HIS THIRD SPRINT RACE IN FORMULA 2](https://motorsportsclicks.com/pepe-marti-wins-his-third-sprint-race-in-formula-2/) - The Spaniard has won yet another sprint race in the 2025 Formula 2 season after a bad start from Alex Dunnen who lost P2 to Arvid Lindblad. - [GABRIEL GOMEZ SECURES RACE 1 WIN IN ITALIAN F4](https://motorsportsclicks.com/gabriel-gomez-secures-race-1-win-in-italian-f4/) - After a dominant qualifying friday afternoon, Gabriel omez settled himself on pole for race 1 and race 2, while Williams Junior Bondarev sits first for race 3. - [INTHRAPHUVASAK SHINES IN FORMULA 3 SPRINT RACE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/inthraphuvasak-shines-in-formula-3-sprint-race/) - After qualifying P12 in yesterday's Formula 3 qualy, Tasanapol Inthraphuvasak took advantage of the grid inversion and got victory from pole. - [MCLAREN STORM IN HUNGARY DAY ONE](https://motorsportsclicks.com/mclaren-storm-in-hungary-day-one/) - Mclaren has started the Formula 1 weekend in Hungary on fire, leaving no opportunities for the rivals, topping both practice sessions. - [CÂMARA SNATCHES INCREDIBLE POLE IN FORMULA 3](https://motorsportsclicks.com/camara-snatches-incredible-pole-in-formula-3/) - Championship leader Rafael Câmara took an unbelievable pole position at Budapest by 0.008s on Mari Boya. - [NORRIS LEADS FIRST PRACTICE SESSION IN HUNGARY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/norris-leads-first-practice-session-in-hungary/) - Lando Norris has set the fastest time in today's FP1, followed by his teammate Oscar Piastri in second place and Leclerc finished third. - [Italian F4 and FRECA: LAST PUSH BEFORE SUMMER BREAK](https://motorsportsclicks.com/italian-f4-and-freca-last-push-before-summer-break/) - Italian Formula 4 and FRECA start their weekend at Imola for the ACI Racing Weekend, the last one before summer break. - [FOX SPORTS BUYS A THIRD OF PENSKE ENTERTAINMENT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fox-sports-buys-a-third-of-penske-entertainment/) - Fox Sports has bought one third of Penske Entertainment, owner of Indycar and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway - [FORMULA REGIONAL NEW GEN CAR ANNOUNCED](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-regional-new-gen-car-announced/) - The Formula Regional European championship will field a new generation of cars on the grid from 2026. - [FORMULA 3: CÂMARA HAS HIS FIRST MATCH POINT IN HUNGARY](https://motorsportsclicks.com/formula-3-camara-has-his-first-match-point-in-hungary/) - Formula 3 arrives in Budapest for its penultimate round of the year, season that has seen a flawless Rafael Câmara lead the standings since the beginning. - [FRED VASSEUR EXTENDS WITH FERRARI](https://motorsportsclicks.com/fred-vasseur-extends-with-ferrari/) - Frederic Vasseur extends his contract as Ferrari Team Principal towards the 2026 Formula 1 regulations. - [AUDI: FIRST SPONSOR DEAL IN FORMULA 1](https://motorsportsclicks.com/audi-first-sponsor-deal-in-formula-1/) - German manufacturer Audi has closed a deal with English bank Revolut, its first title sponsor going into their debut season in Formula 1 next year. - [INDYNXT: COLLET REIGNS IN LAGUNA SECA, HAUGER MISSES OUT](https://motorsportsclicks.com/indynxt-collet-reigns-in-laguna-seca-hauger-misses-out/) - The Brazilian driver Caio Collet has dominated the IndyNXT weekend at Laguna Seca, reducing his distance to Hauger down to 41 points. - [GEORGE RUSSELL TOWARDS CONTRACT RENEWAL](https://motorsportsclicks.com/george-russell-towards-contract-renewal/) - With Max Verstappen staying at Red Bulll, George Russell seems close to renew his contract with Mercedes for the next two years. ## Pages - [Social Media](https://motorsportsclicks.com/social-media/) - Instagram Whatsapp Transmission Chat Tiktok X (former Twitter) - [About Us](https://motorsportsclicks.com/about/) - At Motorsportsclicks, racing is our passion. 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