A court has convicted three men for attempting to blackmail the family of seven-time Formula 1 world champion Michael Schumacher. The case revolved around efforts to extort €15 million by threatening to release intimate footage of Schumacher from his sickbed. The court proceedings in Wuppertal exposed a disturbing attempt to profit from the vulnerability of…
Oliver Goethe unexpectedly began his Formula 2 journey when he replaced Franco Colapinto at MP Motorsport for the Monza round. Originally set to compete in Formula 3 with Campos Racing as a title contender, the Red Bull Junior driver instead made his F2 debut at the high-speed Italian circuit. A sudden step up in Monza…
German racing sensation Sophia Floersch is heading to the United States to compete in the 2025 Indy NXT by Firestone Series, marking a significant shift in her career, and she revealed she got advice from Robert Wickens on it. The 24-year-old, known for her diverse experience in FIA Formula 3, DTM, FIA World Endurance Championship,…
Johnny Herbert has swiftly secured a new motorsport role as Global Brand Ambassador for Lola Cars, just a day after parting ways with the FIA. The former Formula 1 driver and television pundit ended his 15-year tenure as an FIA driver steward after “mutually agreeing” that his position was no longer “compatible” with his media…
The transition from racing in Europe to Indy NXT in the United States brings significant changes for drivers, with one of the most notable differences being the switch from Pirelli to Firestone tyres. Dennis Hauger and Sophia Floersch, former Formula 2 and 3 drivers, spoke to media including Pit Debrief about adapting to the new…
The 2024 FIA Formula 2 season came to a spectacular conclusion at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, where Gabriel Bortoleto was crowned champion after a memorable Feature Race. Joshua Duerksen claimed his maiden Feature Race victory, but Bortoleto’s second-place finish secured his place in the history books. Bortoleto battles to the title The Feature Race…
Jack Harvey is set to return to the Indianapolis 500 in 2025 with Dreyer & Reinbold Racing, a team renowned for its singular focus on the prestigious event. Having competed with multiple teams over the years, Harvey is enthusiastic about the opportunity and holds high regard for the team’s commitment to excellence. Harvey on Dreyer…
Ed Carpenter Racing’s Christian Rasmussen gears up for his first full IndyCar season, discussing team changes, learning from Alexander Rossi, and his goals for 2025. Ed Carpenter Racing (ECR) has finalised its 2025 NTT IndyCar Series line up, with Indianapolis 500 champion Alexander Rossi joining the team. Christian Rasmussen steps up to a full-time seat…
Scott Dixon, six-time IndyCar champion and 2008 Indianapolis 500 winner, reflected on his 2024 season, his continued drive for success, and the challenges of competing at the highest level. Despite winning multiple races and remaining a championship contender, Dixon expressed frustration over his performance at the Indy 500, a race he holds in high regard….
Devlin DeFrancesco, set for a 2025 comeback with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing, is eager to prove himself after securing a multi-year deal and reflecting on lessons learned during his year away from IndyCar. In December, Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing (RLL) announced that Devlin DeFrancesco will pilot the team’s #30 entry for the 2025 NTT IndyCar…
