Hyundai offers update on its WRC future dilemma
Hyundai boss Cyril Abiteboul remains optimistic that the brand could continue in the World Rally Championship next year — but has outlined the factors currently preventing it from committing to 2027. The Korean marque’s future involvement in the WRC remains a hot topic with the car maker,…
Sebastien Ogier throws support behind possible Carlos Sainz Sr FIA presidency bid
Sebastien Ogier has voiced support for Carlos Sainz Sr should the World Rally Championship legend decide to run for FIA president.As revealed by Motorsport.com last week, two-time WRC champion Sainz Sr is seriously considering whether to formally stand for election against Mohammed Ben Sulayem in…
Why Martin-vs-Aprilia conflict will have no easy resolution
As revealed by Motorsport.com on Monday, Jorge Martin intends to end his Aprilia contract at the end of the 2025 MotoGP season, which has caused a stir in the paddock.The Noale-based constructor has so far chosen to hide behind its right to remain silent, refraining…
FIA revises driver swearing penalties after all
The FIA has revised the penalties in Appendix B of its International Sporting Code, thus reducing the potential fines for drivers caught swearing, with mechanisms also in place for suspended penalties and mitigating circumstances.In January, the FIA updated its sporting code to include a series…
Four big questions as WRC begins its gravel season in Portugal
The World Rally Championship heads into a crucial part of the title race, with this weekend’s Rally Portugal beginning a run of seven consecutive gravel rallies.Toyota’s Elfyn Evans holds a 43-point lead over team-mate Kalle Rovanpera, with Hyundai’s Thierry Neuville third 50 points adrift, heading…
Mixed up weather leads to mixed up results: Winners and losers from MotoGP’s French GP
Winner: Johann Zarco Johann Zarco, Team LCR HondaPhoto by: MotoGP Just when it looked like his early-season smiles were beginning to fade – all the more so after qualifying down in a distinctly unpromising 11th – Johann Zarco produced one of the most memorable victories…
Francesco Bagnaia laments «weekend to truly forget» after French GP
Francesco Bagnaia dubbed the French Grand Prix as “a race and a weekend to truly forget” after he crashed on the opening lap before coming home in 16th.Starting from sixth on the grid, the two-time MotoGP champion collided with Enea Bastianini at the first chicane of…
Martins Sesks working on expansion to 2025 WRC programme with M-Sport Ford
Martins Sesks is working to add a seventh round to his partial 2025 World Rally Championship programme with M-Sport-Ford that continues at Rally Portugal this week.The 2023 European Rally Championship runner-up burst onto the WRC scene last year after a trio of impressive outings for…
Jorge Martin pushing for early Aprilia exit; manufacturer considering options
Jorge Martin intends to leave Aprilia at the end of the 2025 MotoGP campaign, invoking a contractual clause that releases him from the second year in 2026 if he is not among the top riders in the world championship standings after the French Grand Prix,…
Joan Mir suffers fracture after French GP collision with Francesco Bagnaia
Joan Mir has suffered a fracture to his right hand following a first-lap crash at the French Grand Prix to add to a tough 2025 MotoGP season so far.After qualifying in 15th, he collided with Francesco Bagnaia at the first chicane on the opening lap…
