Rally champion Carlos Sainz and F1 driver Carlos Sainz Jr at the finish line of Rally Dakar 2024
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Carlos Sainz Jr. opens up about his father’s potential FIA presidential bid at F1 Imola GP

Carlos Sainz shared his thoughts on the possibility of his father, rally legend Carlos Sainz Sr, running for FIA president later this year.  FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is approaching the end of his first term, having assumed office in late 2021. His presidency has been marked by controversies, high-profile departures, and strained relations with…

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Kimi Antonelli at the Imola GP for Mercedes
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Kimi Antonelli opens up on special feeling of first home F1 race at Imola GP

Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes’ rising star, will line up for his first home Formula 1 race this weekend at the F1 Imola GP, held at the iconic Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari. While the 18-year-old won’t be driving for Ferrari, the beloved red team of Italian motorsport, his presence alone is enough to electrify the…

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Speaking in his print media session ahead of the F1 Imola GP, Fernando Alonso paid tribute to Fabrizio Borra, his long time psyhio who passed away a few days ago.
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Fernando Alonso reflects on “tough week” following passing of his F1 physio Fabrizio Borra

Speaking in his print media session ahead of the F1 Imola GP, Fernando Alonso paid tribute to Fabrizio Borra, his long time psyhio who passed away a few days ago following a battle with cancer. Borra worked with big names such as MotoGP rider Andrea Dovizioso, Italian cyclists Marco Pantani and Paolo Bettini, as well…

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Pierre Gasly will race alongside Franco Colapinto at the 2025 Imola GP after a shake-up at Alpine.
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Gasly: “Business as usual” at Alpine despite recent upheavals ahead of F1 Imola GP

The 2025 Imola GP arrives at a turbulent moment for Pierre Gasly and the BWT Alpine F1 Team. The decision to replace Jack Doohan with Franco Colapinto after only six rounds has generated widespread debate among fans and pundits alike. Criticism intensified after Alpine revealed that Colapinto had been confirmed to drive for only five…

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Franco Colapinto behind the wheel of an Alpine F1 car after rejoining the grid at Imola GP
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Colapinto focused on maximising performance after return to F1 at Imola GP

Back again after his F1 debut last year, this time at the Imola GP, Franco Colapinto replaced Jack Doohan at Alpine. This decision was made after Doohan failed to perform according to the team’s expectations. The Argentine competed in 9 races last season due to the early termination of Logan Sargent at Williams. The French…

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Oscar Piastri enjoys the Miami podium alongside teammate Lando Norris
Oscar Piastri celebrates on the Miami podium alongside teammate Lando Norris Photo Credit: McLaren Racing

Piastri “enjoying” McLaren’s run of F1 form ahead of Imola GP

McLaren’s Oscar Piastri reflects on his and the team’s dominant form in the opening 6 races as the young Aussie prepares for this weekend’s F1 Imola GP. “I’ve been enjoying the success…” Speaking in the press conference ahead of this Sunday’s F1 Imola GP, McLaren’s Oscar Piatri shares his thoughts on McLaren’s strong start to…

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The FIA has reshuffled the penalties that can be applied to F1 drivers who swear or abuse officials over a grand prix weekend.
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FIA: F1 drivers could receive grid drops or time penalties for “misconduct involving the abuse of officials”

The FIA has reshuffled the penalties that can be applied to F1 drivers who swear or abuse officials over a grand prix weekend. Fines for swearing have been significantly reduced, with the standard punishments being halved from €10,000 to a maximum of €5,000 for the majority of breaches. Other, more severe fines for repeat offenses have…

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