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Thanks to everyone who took part in our Caption Competitions during 2025. Here’s the final winner of the year:
Verstappen was unaware, but the McLaren boys had seen what Alonso’s massage technique had done to Stroll and Lawson.
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Domenicali reflects on a ‘phenomenal’ 2025 season and what’s to come in 2026 (F1)
“It’s an exciting time for Formula 1 right now. The growth is strong and everyone is asking ‘What’s next?’ We will continue to propose ideas that are not conventional – and try to reach a dimension that was not traditionally born for F1.”
MotoGP’s sprint format has paid off as audiences soar, says Dorna chief (Reuters)
Carmelo Ezpeleta says consistency in format helps attract new fans: “Having the same format every weekend is really crucial to our sport… The same points are on the table every weekend. It gives that consistency of a world championship and we think that’s very important.”
McLaren’s new shop renovation nears finish line (IndyCar)
The team has grown from a two-car outfit in 2020 to multiple full-time entries. The new facility will allow further expansion and more efficient operations compared with the cramped current building.
Lindblad ‘not super happy’ with F2 season despite reaching F1 goal (Formula Scout)
“Through the remainder of the European leg, we were just slow. We struggled for pace, there were mistakes on my side, and then also a bit on the team. As a package we weren’t competitive, and there are still question marks.”
24 Hours of Le Mans 2025: The official movie (World Endurance Championship)
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On this day in motorsport
- Born on this day in 1905: Pierre Levegh, who started six F1 races and died in the tragic 1955 Le Mans crash that also claimed the lives of many spectators.
- Born today in 1991: Two-time IndyCar champion Josef Newgarden.
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