Welcome to Sunday’s edition of the RaceFans round-up, where we collect the day’s most notable conversations, headlines and social media highlights from the world of motorsport.
Comment of the day
Should BYD invest in building its own Formula 1 team like Cadillac, or take a lower-cost route similar to Alfa Romeo’s recent partnership with Sauber?
If I were BYD I’d pursue the same route Alfa Romeo enjoyed with Sauber. Fans and broadcasters still referred to the cars as ‘Alfas’, it cost them a relatively modest amount—around £20m per season—and in return they received global media exposure across 23 race weekends a year and an easy exit when needed, without the dilution or embarrassment that other manufacturers have experienced.
@TonyMansell
Social media and links
Entrevista Nikolas Tombazis: “Hace 18 meses que queríamos cambiar las cosas. Ahora por fin hemos podido” (Soy Motor – Spanish)
In this interview, Nikolas Tombazis discusses the objectives behind proposed regulatory and technical changes. He stresses the importance of defining what an FIA engine would mean for the sport and for ensuring continuity if the number of engine suppliers declines. While manufacturer involvement remains the priority, Tombazis explains that governing bodies are continuing conversations about fallback options and the best way to protect the sport’s long-term health and competitiveness.
Joshua Duerksen on a ‘mixed’ start to the season, settling into Invicta and a Mercedes opportunity (Formula 2)
Duerksen reflects on an uneven start to his F2 campaign while emphasising his focus on the present. He credits the experience and advice of team alumni and senior drivers—such as Andrea Kimi Antonelli—for helping him adapt to new circuits and pressures. The piece highlights how F2 drivers draw on the broader support network within teams to accelerate learning and performance.
FIA Sustainable Innovation Series highlights hydrogen technology at Le Mans (FIA)
The FIA’s Sustainable Innovation Series showcased hydrogen propulsion concepts at Le Mans, with several manufacturers demonstrating prototype hydrogen vehicles on track. The discussions and demonstrations aim to examine how hydrogen can play a role in future endurance racing and in motorsport’s contribution to sustainable technology development.
Qualifying highlights – 2026 Road America (IndyCar)
Watch condensed coverage and key moments from the Road America qualifying session. The highlights package captures pole-position battles, notable lap times and the strategic context heading into the race weekend.
Race highlights – 2026 Sanya E‑Prix (Formula E)
This highlights reel presents the standout moments from the Sanya E‑Prix, including decisive overtakes, safety-car interventions and post-race reactions that shaped the championship standings.
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Happy birthday!
Happy birthday to JCost! Wishing you a great day filled with racing highlights and fast laps.
On this day in motorsport
- 45 years ago today Gilles Villeneuve took his final Formula 1 victory in a thrilling race at Jarama, holding off a series of challengers to secure a memorable win.
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