Toyota boss Latvala feels parts of future WRC vision «too aggressive»
The world motorsport governing body revealed its proposed roadmap for the future of rallying last week which includes changes to technical and sporting regulations, alongside a plan to improve the championship’s promotion.The vision includes changes that will be implemented from next year chief among them…
MotoGP Qatar GP: Martin tops first practice as rookie Acosta stars
Following two pre-season tests in February, the 21-round 2024 MotoGP campaign began this weekend in Qatar.Last year’s championship runner-up Jorge Martin topped the times by 0.047 seconds in a largely unrepresentative opening session from Aprilia’s Aleix Espargaro.But it was Tech3 GasGas rookie Acosta who stole…
The top 10 female racers of all time
My first ideas for the top 10 female race and rally drivers of all time included entries from all over the world, maybe with one or two unsung heroines and some historical pioneers. However, looking at the cold, hard statistics of the best and fastest…
FIA releases WRC fan survey results
The world motorsport governing body launched a fan survey last month asking rally enthusiasts a range of questions to help understand the future direction of the championship.The FIA has confirmed more than 11,000 fans took part in the online survey. The data was presented at…
Marquez “comfortable” on Ducati MotoGP bike “but not ready for podium”
The eight-time grand prix world champion will embark on his first season on Ducati machinery this year, having spent 11 seasons with Honda.Ending pre-season testing in competitive form, Marquez said last month that he was looking for the final three tenths of lap time to…
MotoGP abandons disqualification for riders breaking tyre pressure rule
Last year saw a new minimum tyre pressure set that all riders had to adhere to for 30% of a sprint race and 50% of a grand prix, with the regulation mandated from the British Grand Prix onwards following a period of development for the…
Acosta: Beating Marquez early win record is impossible in MotoGP debut
KTM protege Acosta is considered by many as one of the most talented riders to come through the junior ranks in the last few years, leading to comparisons with Marquez and the success he enjoyed at the start of his MotoGP career.Then factory Honda rider…
MotoGP secures new television rights in the US
The new MotoGP season begins this weekend with the Qatar Grand Prix, as Ducati’s Francesco Bagnaia embarks on a campaign to defend his title for a second time.America is a major market for MotoGP promoter Dorna Sports, with it welcoming former NBA chief Dan Rossomondo…
Quartararo yet to have «proper talks» about new MotoGP contract
Quartararo has been the subject of much speculation heading into the final year of his contract with Yamaha, with the French rider having repeatedly expressed his frustration about the limited progress on the M1 compared to what European rivals Ducati, KTM and Aprilia have managed…
Bagnaia: New Ducati MotoGP deal “important” to focus on 2024 title defence
On Monday of this week, ahead of the season-opening Qatar Grand Prix, Ducati announced it had re-signed Bagnaia for two more years beyond 2024.Read Also: MotoGPDucati announces Bagnaia MotoGP contract extension It was a move Ducati was keen to secure before the new campaign got…
