Motorsport

Argentine driver Franco Colapinto arrived in Japan to contest the Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka for the first time, the third race on the calendar. He expressed his excitement saying: “I've always dreamed of it”. Reserve driver Paul Aron toured the circuit from a simulator and highlighted key points to consider.

March 21, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen dominated the opening four-hour race of the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie in a Mercedes-AMG GT3 but was disqualified two hours after the finish. The jury found that his team used seven sets of tires instead of the allowed six.

San Francisco's Marina district turned into a hub of engine roars and crowd excitement on Saturday as Red Bull hosted its free Showrun event. An estimated 40,000 fans gathered to watch Formula 1 cars, stunt bikes, and trucks perform on a 0.8-mile route, with Japanese driver Yuki Tsunoda drawing the loudest cheers. The afternoon demonstration featured sunny weather and appearances by local figures, including Mayor Daniel Lurie.

February 20, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Argentine driver Franco Colapinto shared his thoughts after the Formula 1 preseason tests at the Bahrain International Circuit. In a press conference, he emphasized the role of adaptation and assessed the competitive landscape for the 2026 season with Alpine.

Argentine driver Franco Colapinto will take part in the Formula 1 preseason testing in Bahrain. He will drive in the first session on Wednesday during the Argentine early morning, followed by his teammate Pierre Gasly. Weeks ago, he left positive impressions in the Barcelona sessions.

February 08, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Olympic skiing champion Lindsey Vonn has shared how a potential career switch to Formula 1 was derailed by a strict no-pregnancy clause. In a 2020 interview, she described her excitement for motorsport but ultimately chose not to commit to the demanding terms. The revelation comes as she prepares for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina despite a recent knee injury.