Researchers name 98-million year old wasp species after Oscar PiastriThree biologists have named a newly-discovered wasp species after McLaren F1 driver Oscar Piastrii.Corentin Jouault, Di-Ying Huang and Celso O. Azevedo conducted research on a 98-year-old fossil from the Cretaceous Period, discovered in Myanmar, which gave them insight into the species' Read More
Coca-Cola 600 does mega ratings for Amazon Prime, NASCAR In the aftermath of the death of Kyle Busch, Prime Video earned its largest NASCAR Cup Series viewership number on Sunday for the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. According to the Nielsen Big Data + Panel measurement, Sunday averaged 3.06 Read More
Marc Marquez was left 'frozen' watching Alex's Barcelona MotoGP crashMarc Marquez has admitted he was left 'frozen' by his brother Alex Marquez's horrific crash in MotoGP's Catalan Grand Prix.Factory Ducati rider Marc Marquez was sidelined from the Barcelona race after suffering a foot injury the previous weekend and getting Read More
2026 Indy 500 viewership numbers releasedThe 2026 edition of the Indianapolis 500 averaged 6.635 million viewers, down from the 7.050 million that watched one year ago.The pre-race buildup this year wasn't as dramatic as the year prior, with no bumping and the fact that the Read More
Jack Miller blames ride-height device for Johann Zarco's Barcelona crashJack Miller has blamed ride-height devices for the incident at the Catalan Grand Prix that has put Johann Zarco out of action for several races.The Australian's take on the first-corner accident went against the grain of some other riders in the Read More
How to watch IndyCar 2026 Detroit GP: Weekend schedule, start time, TVIndyCar is back with Round No. 8 -- the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix. Felix Rosenqvist returns to action after a whirlwind week as the newly crowned champion of the Indianapolis 500, defeating David Malukas in the event's cloest-ever photo finish Read More
Isle of Man TT reports first rider death in two yearsBritish rider Daniel Ingham has died following a crash in qualifying for the Isle of Man TT.The news of Ingham’s death was confirmed by the organisers on Thursday afternoon, a day after he was involved in a serious accident at Read More
Inside Le Mans' groundbreaking new Motorsport MuseumThe Motorsport Museum has opened its doors in Le Mans following a colossal construction project completed within an astonishingly short time frame.For just under a year, the former Le Mans 24 Hours Museum was closed. During this time, walls were Read More
MotoGP stars slam “really bad" one-bike-per-rider idea for 2027MotoGP riders have voiced their disapproval of plans that could leave them with just one fully assembled bike from the 2027 season.Earlier this month, Motorsport reported that MotoGP is seriously evaluating the possibility of amending the sporting regulations and reducing the Read More
How Marc Marquez rates his own fitness ahead of Mugello comebackMotoGP's medical director Dr Angel Charte has given Marc Marquez the all-clear to return to the track when the Italian Grand Prix weekend gets under way on Friday morning.As per standard procedure in the case of a rider returning from Read More
Abt Lamborghini faces disqualification after second in Nurburgring 24 Hours Lamborghini squad Abt Sportsline could lose its second-place finish in the Nurburgring 24 Hours after failing a crucial post-race check this week.Motorsport's sister website Motorsport-Total.com has learned from several corroborating sources that the engine output of the #84 Lamborghini Huracan Read More
Why McLaren will try rejected front wing again in MonacoAt Formula 1’s Canadian Grand Prix, McLaren introduced the second stage of a major update package to its MCL40 car, with a new front wing alongside a revised engine cover, rear suspension fairings and floor edges.But introducing performance upgrades at Read More
Mohammed Ben Sulayem proposes removal of FIA presidential term limitsFIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has proposed that the motorsport governing body should repeal the current article which sets a limit on presidential terms. Ben Sulayem, who is currently in his second term having run unopposed in last year's election, is Read More
The key talking points ahead of WRC Rally JapanA new springtime date for Rally Japan is set to offer a new challenge for World Rally Championship crews for the final asphalt round of the season.The trip to Japan’s twisty asphalt stages marks the halfway point of the season Read More
How Alex Marquez experienced his brutal crash in Catalan GPThe neck brace, the stiffness in his neck, and the still-visible aftereffects speak volumes. Alex Marquez appears seated in front of the camera nearly two weeks after the crash that brought the Catalan Grand Prix to a halt and completely Read More
Sebastien Ogier happy to welcome Max Verstappen to WRC car testSébastien Ogier says he would gladly welcome Max Verstappen to test a World Rally Championship car, should the four-time Formula 1 world champion wish to add rallying to his extracurricular motorsport activities.Nine-time world rally champion Ogier attended the Nurburgring 24 Read More
Entertaining Canadian GP doesn't mean F1 rules are fine, drivers sayFormula 1 delivered another intriguing spectacle at last weekend's Canadian Grand Prix, but that doesn't mean the series should be done improving its complex, work-in-progress power unit rules, Sunday's leading drivers say.Montreal's race on the stop-start Circuit Gilles Villeneuve appeared to Read More
Jorge Martin puts Red Bull partnership on hold as Monster joins ApriliaJorge Martin has put his personal sponsorship deal with Red Bull on hold, with rival energy drink brand Monster set to join his Aprilia team as title partner.The Noale-based squad is expected to announce a major sponsorship deal with America's Read More
Cal Crutchlow to make MotoGP return as Johann Zarco's replacementLCR and Honda have given the green light for Cal Crutchlow to race in this weekend's Italian Grand Prix at Mugello as a replacement for the injured Johann Zarco.As reported by Motorsport, Crutchlow joined the test session held by MotoGP’s five Read More
Barnes: A few thoughts on the schedule surrounding the Indy 500The checkered flag has fallen on this year’s Indianapolis 500 and the paddock moves on, with the majority exhausted and emotionally drained, to Detroit this weekend.Crew members spanning engineers, mechanics and other personnel have put in long hours over the Read More
NASCAR post-race penalty report after Coca-Cola 600 weekend Over the course of attempting the Indianapolis 500, Coca-Cola 600 double, Katherine Legg and Live Fast Motorsports suffered a dislodged wheel on Lap 204 of the latter, which drew a penalty from NASCAR on Wednesday.As per section 8.8.10.4a in the Read More
NASCAR penalty to Ryan Preece upheld on appealThe penalty issued by NASCAR to Ryan Preece was upheld on Wednesday following a hearing in front of the National Motorsports Appeals Panel. The incident in question occurred on May 3 at Texas Motor Speedway when Ty Gibbs crashed due Read More
