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citizen.co.zaAntonelli Takes Monaco Pole Position for Mercedes
The 19-year-old driver recorded a lap time of 1:12.051 to secure pole for Sunday's race. He finished 0.043 seconds ahead of the next qualifier.
foxnews.comTeenage Driver Tops Final Practice at Monaco Grand Prix
A teenage driver recorded the fastest time in Saturday's final practice session at the Monaco Grand Prix. The session preceded qualifying later the same day.
The IndependentHaas Driver Crashes During Monaco Practice Session
A Haas driver lost control and struck a barrier during the final practice session ahead of qualifying. The session was stopped with a red flag while officials inspected the track.
The IndependentFerrari Team Principal Under Observation After Friday Practice
The 58-year-old executive underwent medical checks following Friday practice sessions at the Monaco Grand Prix and will remain under observation at a local facility. The team issued a statement Saturday morning confirming no further details will be released and wishing him a spee…
The IndependentMercedes Driver Says Teammate Holds Formula 1 Title Advantage
George Russell stated that teammate Kimi Antonelli holds a 43-point lead after Mercedes won every race this season. Friday practice in Monaco showed Ferrari ahead of the Mercedes cars.
manilatimes.netEVE Energy and Stark Future Expand Battery Partnership for 2026 Off-Road Racing Season
The companies announced expanded technical and motorsport cooperation on June 05, 2026, in Barcelona, Spain. They will compete together in four FIM World championships during the 2026 season.
bbc.co.ukFormula 1 Extends Las Vegas Grand Prix Deal Through 2037 After County Approval
The series will race on the Las Vegas Strip until at least 2037 after a 10-year extension approved by Clark County commissioners in mid-May.
motorsport.comBezzecchi Wins Italian Grand Prix, Extends Championship Lead
Marco Bezzecchi beat Aprilia teammate Jorge Martin to win the Italian Grand Prix at Mugello. The victory gave the championship leader a 17-point advantage after seven races.
bbc.co.ukElfyn Evans Wins Rally Japan, Extends WRC Lead by 20 Points
Elfyn Evans secured victory at Rally Japan, finishing 12.8 seconds ahead of Sebastien Ogier. The win increased his championship advantage to 20 points at the halfway mark of the 2026 season.
roadtovr.comGucci Partners With Alpine Formula One Team Starting in 2027
Gucci and Renault's Alpine Formula One team have agreed to a partnership under which the cars will race in the luxury brand's colors from the 2027 season onward.
brobible.comEight Spectators and Rider Hospitalized After Isle of Man TT Crash
Eight spectators and one rider were taken to hospital following a crash during the Isle of Man TT Races. Emergency services responded to the incident on the course.
brobible.comEight Spectators Injured in Isle of Man TT Practice Crash
Eight spectators were hospitalized after a motorcycle rider crashed into barriers during the opening day of practice for the Isle of Man TT races. Organizers suspended the remainder of the day's sessions and launched an investigation.
BBC NewsIsle of Man TT Practice Session Halted After Incident at Parliament Square
The first day of practice for the 2026 Isle of Man TT was stopped after a serious incident occurred on the northern section of the course. Organizers canceled the remainder of the day's schedule while incident procedures continued.
api.foxsports.comSweden's Felix Rosenqvist Wins by Narrowest Margin in 110 Indy 500s
Sweden's Felix Rosenqvist recorded the closest finish in Indianapolis 500 history. The margin measured less than the length of a single car after 200 laps.
montrealgazette.comAntonelli Wins Canadian Grand Prix for Fourth Straight Victory
Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli took his fourth consecutive Formula 1 win Sunday after teammate George Russell retired with an engine failure. Antonelli now leads the championship by 43 points after five races.
The GuardianFormula One Qualifying Session Begins at Canadian Grand Prix
Qualifying for the Formula One Canadian Grand Prix started at 9pm BST in Montreal. George Russell won the earlier sprint race from pole position.
The IndependentFormula 1 sets starting grid for Canadian Grand Prix sprint race
Formula 1 will hold its third sprint weekend of the 2026 season at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal. The sprint race is scheduled for Saturday evening, followed by qualifying and the main race on Sunday.
bbc.co.ukMotoGP Riders Alex Marquez and Johann Zarco Hospitalized After Catalunya Crashes
Alex Marquez and Johann Zarco were taken to hospital after separate high-speed crashes at the Catalan Grand Prix on Sunday. Fabio di Giannantonio won the race after two red flags and multiple incidents.
greencarreports.comJCB Reveals Hydrogen Combustion Vehicle Aiming to Break Its Own 20-Year-Old Diesel Land Speed Record
JCB announced plans for the JCB Hydroxmax, powered by two hydrogen engines producing 800hp, exactly 20 years after setting the still-standing diesel record of 350.01 mph. The vehicle will be driven by now-retired Green. Lord Bamford, JCB Chairman, said the company aims to exceed…
BBC NewsMercedes Driver Kimi Antonelli Wins Miami Grand Prix and Extends Championship Lead
Italian driver Kimi Antonelli secured his third consecutive victory at the Miami Grand Prix, increasing his lead in the Formula 1 drivers' championship to 20 points over teammate George Russell. The 19-year-old achieved pole position and overcame an early setback to win the race.…
motorsport.comAndrea Kimi Antonelli Takes Pole in 2026 Miami Grand Prix Set for Early Start
Mercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli secured pole position for the 2026 Miami Grand Prix, scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. ET on May 3 due to rainy conditions. The event follows a sprint race won by Lando Norris. The 57-lap race streams exclusively on Apple TV in the United States.
racefans.netMiami Grand Prix Start Time Advanced Three Hours
The Miami Grand Prix main race has been rescheduled to begin at 18:00 BST on Sunday due to forecasted thunderstorms. Lando Norris won the sprint race at the Miami International Autodrome, with qualifying placing Kimi Antonelli on pole. Drivers anticipate challenges from wet condi…
ForbesItalian Racing Driver and Paralympic Champion Alex Zanardi Dies at 59
Alex Zanardi, a former Formula 1 driver and multiple Paralympic gold medalist, died on May 1, 2026, at the age of 59. He passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends, his family announced. Zanardi overcame severe injuries from racing accidents to achieve success in mot…
SemaforCar Spinning Evolves from Township Pastime to Mainstream Sport in South Africa
Car spinning, which originated in the 1980s in Soweto using stolen vehicles at funerals, has developed into a structured motorsport attracting large audiences. South Africa's sports minister, Gayton McKenzie, has supported its promotion. The activity centers on vehicles like the…
motorsport.comDriver Juha Miettinen Dies in Multi-Car Crash at Nürburgring Qualifier Race
A 66-year-old driver died following a seven-car collision during an endurance sports car race at Germany's Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit. The incident halted the qualifier event, which featured Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen in preparation for an upcoming 24-hour race. Orga…