Image: Red Bull Racing There is a serious lack of skill on the current Formula 1 grid, and it’s getting to be downright appalling that there’s nowhere for the talented young kids working their way up the so-called open wheel ladder to go. So many of the graduates of the junior series are being shuffled … Read more
The Indianapolis 500 captivated racing fans around the world on Sunday despite a four-hour rain delay. The instant classic at the Brickyard looked even better when compared to the day’s other events, a dull Monaco Grand Prix and a rain-shortened Coca-Cola 600. It’s Tuesday, May 28, 2024 and this is Racing Recap, your summary of … Read more
Image: Sonoma Raceway In the history of motor racing there have been near-god-level drivers that have risen above the mere mortals. It’s nearly impossible to confirm one of these deific drivers as the true pinnacle above all others, simply because of an inability to test them all at their peak in the same equipment on … Read more
Image: Scuderia Ferrari After decades of sipping from the overflowing chalice that was Marlboro tobacco title sponsorship, Scuderia Ferrari and Philip Morris were forced to part ways when tobacco sponsors were banned from international motorsport in 2011. Of course the partnership continued through backdoor Mission Winnow channels until that program also ended in 2021. After … Read more
Another trip to Talladega and another crash-filled dash to the line for the NASCAR Cup Series on Sunday. The Max Verstappen Show rolled into Shanghai as Formula 1 held the first Chinese Grand Prix in five years. And, Scott Dixon wins the Long Beach Grand Prix, marking 20 consecutive seasons with an IndyCar race victory. … Read more
Max Verstappen’s Australian Grand Prix and his nearly historic winning streak were unexpectedly cut short when the right-rear brake on his Red Bull caught fire. Alex Palou took home a half-million-dollar check in IndyCar’s erroneously named $1 Million Challenge. It’s Monday, March 25, 2024 and this is Racing Recap, your summary of last weekend’s motorsports … Read more
Max Verstappen won a record-tying ninth F1 race in a row at Saturday’s Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. However, 18-year-old Ollie Bearman stole the show with a seventh-place finish while standing in for Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz. In MotoGP, rookie Pedro Acosta impressed fans by going wheel-to-wheel with future hall-of-famer Marc Márquez. It’s Monday, March 11, 2024 … Read more
Formula 1 has returned with the dull roar of Max Verstappen driving off into the distance at the Bahrain Grand Prix. While Red Bull’s world champion casually strolled to the checkered flag, multiple teammate feuds were ignited through the field. It’s Monday, March 4, 2024 and this is Racing Recap, your summary of last weekend’s … Read more
Image: Red Bull Racing As Formula 1 testing continues in Bahrain this week, the Papaya team from England has found a few things to be positive about and a big reason to be bummed out. McLaren found a ton of speed across the 2023 season, after a dismal start to the year. According to the … Read more
Image: Ferrari Ferrari officially unveiled its 2024 Formula 1 car on Tuesday at the company’s private testing track in Fiorano, Italy. Beyond the added yellow and white stripes, the Ferrari has been completely overhauled during the offseason to take advantage of the team’s uptick in form at the end of last season. However, the venerable … Read more
