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2026 Miami GP schedule revised as F1 extends FP1 to 90 minutes
The FIA and Formula 1 have confirmed a schedule adjustment for the upcoming 2026 Miami GP, extending Free Practice 1 (FP1) to 60 minutes following discussions with key stakeholders. The session will now run from 12:00 to 13:30 local time, giving drivers and teams additional preparation ahead of the demanding race weekend. Organisers have also…
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2026 | FREC | Spielberg | Preview | What to expect for the first round of the 2026 season
The Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) gets its 2026 season underway at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg, with the opening round forming part of the DTM support bill. Set against the backdrop of the Styrian hills, it’s a circuit that always delivers—and as a season opener, it doesn’t take long to expose who’s ready…
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McLaren duo discuss qualifying constraints imposed by 2026 F1 regulations
McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have spoken about the limitations the 2026 F1 regulations place on drivers in qualifying, and how those rules have forced them to adapt their approach to a flying lap. The current regulations have come under heavy scrutiny following the 2026 F1 Japanese GP, which exposed its significant flaws. From…
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Pin reflects on being the first woman to drive a Mercedes F1 car
Last week, Doriane Pin became the first woman to drive the Mercedes F1 car. The French driver is the reigning F1 Academy champion and a Development Driver for the Mercedes team. Speaking of her experience, Pin said: “It was the best day of my life.” Pin completed 76 laps around Silverstone On April 17th at…
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Racing up the ladder | “A career in motorsport would be the ultimate passion” — Thomas Bearman on his ambitions for his future in motorsport
Thomas Bearman enters the 2026 F4 season with a mixture of ambition, curiosity, and the drive to define himself as a driver in his own right. In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief ahead of his Italian F4 and E4 Championship campaigns with Van Amersfoort Racing, he opened up about what success means to him,…
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Green pursues consistency and results in 2026 GTWC Europe Sprint Cup campaign
While Ben Green continues to build his career without the backing of a full-time manufacturer contract, he, nevertheless, has established himself as a regular presence across multiple championships by securing competitive drives with established teams. For the 2026 season, he joins Emil Frey Racing for the Sprint Cup segment of GTWC Europe powered by AWS….
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“An entirely new MCL40”: Stella confident McLaren upgrades will improve competitiveness after tricky start to 2026 F1 season
The reigning Constructors’ Champions, McLaren, have endured a difficult start to the 2026 F1 season, with both drivers struggling amid a lack of competitiveness. The Woking-based team currently sit 3rd in the Constructors’ Standings with 49 points, 89 points behind current leaders Mercedes F1, who have delivered a dominant run of performances so far this…
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Valerio Rinicella joins IDEC line-up for 24 Hours of Le Mans
As reported by Sportscar365, Valerio Rinicella will make his debut at the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans this year, marking one of the most important milestones of his young career so far. The Italian will compete in an Oreca 07 Gibson entered by IDEC Sport, where he joins experienced team regulars Paul Lafargue and…
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Alpine explores future options for A424 beyond WEC exit
As reported by Sportscar365, Alpine has confirmed that its Alpine A424 could remain active even after the conclusion of its factory programme in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). While the decision to end its works effort after the 2026 season marks a significant shift in direction, it does not signal a complete withdrawal from…
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Dixon unfazed after first IndyCar podium of 2026 at Long Beach
Scott Dixon, six-time IndyCar Champion, set a new record at the 2026 Long Beach Grand Prix after he finished the race in P3. Securing his 156th podium in the series means that he continues to have the most podiums of any driver in the history of IndyCar. Despite that impressive accolade, the Kiwi driver seemed…