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Speedcafe @speedcafe.com · 16m
Grove Racing has revealed a fresh Penrite livery ahead of its Bathurst 1000 defence.
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Grove Racing reveals new look for Bathurst 1000
Grove Racing has revealed a fresh Penrite livery ahead of its Bathurst 1000 defence. - Speedcafe.com
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 17m
(....) Brabham driver Hans-Joachim Stuck. It was also the last appearance for the Wolf team. Gilles Villeneuve’s victory was notable as the final win for a car powered by a flat-12 engine, while the three points earned by Elio de Angelis were the last ever scored by the Shadow team.
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 17m
This race marked the end of an era for several key drivers and teams in Formula One. It was the final Grand Prix for Jacky Ickx, the championship runner-up in 1969 and 1970, as well as Alex Ribeiro, Arturo Merzario, and former....
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 17m
The win, Villeneuve’s third of the season, enabled him to secure second place in the 1979 Drivers’ Championship behind team-mate Jody Scheckter.
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 17m
There was drama for Carlos Reutemann, who crashed early on while in third when his fire extinguisher sensing unit came loose and interfered with his pedals. Didier Pironi finished in third for Tyyrell.
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 17m
Gilles Villeneuve won the season’s final race, the 1979 USA East Grand Prix #OnThisDay, in the wet at Watkins Glen. Although he finished 48 seconds ahead of Rene Arnoux’s Renault, Villeneuve said he had been nursing his car home for 25 laps.
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 19m
Post-race, Stirling Moss, still recovering from his massive crash in April, was stopped for speeding by New York police and fined $10. Cooper driver Bruce McLaren finished in third.
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 19m
As it happened, Hill won the finale and clinched the first of his two world championships. Clark led for all but seven laps and broke the unofficial circuit record several times.
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 19m
Lotus driver Jim Clark and BRM driver Graham Hill completed a British 1-2 finish at the 1962 United States Grand Prix #OnThisDay, which left Clark needing to win the season’s final race in South Africa to tie with Hill on points and take the title on most wins.
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 20m
Räikkönen went on to win the race and set up the finale in Brazil where he clinched the championship. Hamilton’s teammate Fernando Alonso finished the race second, and Felipe Massa in the other Ferrari finished third.
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 20m
(...) to the original pit strategy, allowing the Ferrari of Kimi Räikkönen to take the lead. As Hamilton headed into the pits with his tyres completely worn, he failed to negotiate a sharp left-hand turn and his car slid into the gravel, ending his race.
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 20m
On this day, at the 2007 Chinese Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton was expected to put the Drivers’ title almost out of reach in his debut season, but it wasn’t to be. He started on pole on intermediate tyres, but as the track dried, McLaren elected to keep him out and stick....
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 23m
Felipe Massa capitalised on the incidents to secure second place, marking a return to the podium for Ferrari. At the same time, Kamui Kobayashi delighted his home crowd by finishing third for Sauber, his first and only career podium finish.
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 23m
The race began with chaos as Fernando Alonso in the Ferrari retired on the first lap after contact with the Lotus of Kimi Raikkonen, significantly impacting his title hopes. Romain Grosjean collided with Mark Webber, adding to the opening lap drama.
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 23m
Sebastian Vettel dominated the 2012 Japanese Grand Prix #OnThisDay from start to finish, taking victory for Red Bull Racing and closing the gap in the championship standings.
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 26m
Max Verstappen clinched his third consecutive World Championship title at the 2023 #QatarGP #OnThisDay after his team-mate crashed. In the main race, Oscar Piastri beat Verstappen by 1.871 seconds with Lando Norris on the rostrum in third.
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Formula 1 {bot} @f1.xmirror.bot · 1h
Checo making moves on the first racing lap at Sepang! 😮‍💨💨 #F1 #BahrainGP @SChecoPerez
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Pit Debrief @pitdebrief.bsky.social · 2h
Colapinto and Gasly reflect on Alpine’s botched tyre call in 2026 F1 Malaysia race
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Colapinto and Gasly reflect on Alpine’s botched tyre call in 2026 F1 Malaysia race
Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto had given Alpine something to build on in qualifying at the 2026 F1 Malaysia round, with Gasly reaching Q3 and finishing ninth, and Colapinto making it through to Q2 as he helped his teammate with a tow in the middle segment. The Argentinian then dropped to 21st on the grid... The post Colapinto and Gasly reflect on Alpine’s botched tyre call in 2026 F1 Malaysia race appeared first on Pit Debrief.
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Formula 1 {bot} @f1.xmirror.bot · 2h
Absolute cinema 🍿 #F1 #BahrainGP
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Racer Magazine Bot @racerbot.bsky.social · 3h
Is NASCAR's Chase already down to a two-horse race?
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Is NASCAR's Chase already down to a two-horse race?
Is NASCAR's Chase already down to a two-horse race?
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Pit Debrief @pitdebrief.bsky.social · 3h
Williams duo on issues and problems after promising start leads to no points at 2026 F1 race in Malaysia
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Williams duo on issues and problems after promising start leads to no points at 2026 F1 race in Malaysia
Williams was left disappointed after a promising start to the 2026 F1 race in Malaysia unraveled, with Carlos Sainz finishing 17th and Alex Albon retiring after a mechanical issue. Both Williams drivers made strong starts on intermediate tyres, with Sainz climbing from P13 to P6 and Albon from P18 to P7. However, their progress was... The post Williams duo on issues and problems after promising start leads to no points at 2026 F1 race in Malaysia appeared first on Pit Debrief.
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Speedcafe @speedcafe.com · 3h
Craig Lowndes and Greg Murphy’s first Great Race winning car will be on display at this weekend’s Bathurst 1000 following a lengthy restoration.
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Restored Lowndes/Murphy Bathurst 1000 winner breaks cover
Craig Lowndes and Greg Murphy’s first Great Race winning car will be on display at this weekend’s Bathurst 1000 following a lengthy restoration. - Speedcafe.com
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Pit Debrief @pitdebrief.bsky.social · 3h
Lawson on mega start, having no radio and critical P7 in 2026 F1 Malaysia round
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Lawson on mega start, having no radio and critical P7 in 2026 F1 Malaysia round
Liam Lawson continued an excellent 2026 F1 season with a P7 finish at the Malaysia round on Sunday afternoon. Starting P11 after just missing out on Q3 on Saturday, the New Zealander had an unbelievable launch off the line to be challenging Max Verstappen for P3 by Turn 1. However, the Dutchman got his elbows... The post Lawson on mega start, having no radio and critical P7 in 2026 F1 Malaysia round appeared first on Pit Debrief.
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Motorsport-Total.com @handle.invalid · 3h
WEC 2027: Updates zu Herstellern, Teams und Fahrern #WEC mst.site/2OpFv
Das Hypercar-Feld wird 2027 anwachsen
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Formula 1 {bot} @f1.xmirror.bot · 3h
Almost a decade later, the wet start from Singapore in 2017 is still one of the most dramatic ones we've ever seen 🥴 #F1 #SingaporeGP
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Racingnews365 @racingnews365.com · 4h
Liam is spot on! #F1 #F1News #F12026 Liam Lawson sends clear message over F1 future as decision timeline set
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Liam Lawson sends clear message over F1 future as decision timeline set
Liam Lawson has been one of F1's top performers this season, but does not yet know whether he will be racing in the championship next year.
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Formula 1 {bot} @f1.xmirror.bot · 4h
Take a look back at all the action from Sepang, onboard with the drivers! 🤩 Watch the Top 10 Onboards now on our YouTube channel 📺 #F1 #BahrainGP
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Racingnews365 @racingnews365.nl · 5h
Wolff ziet hoe Russell moet wennen aan een nieuwe realiteit bij Mercedes... #F1 #RN365 #BahrainGP
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Wolff onthult harde realiteit voor Russell bij Mercedes
Mercedes-teambaas Toto Wolff ziet dat George Russell het dit seizoen niet gemakkelijk heeft. Waar de Brit bij Mercedes lange tijd de gevestigde nummer één leek, heeft Kimi Antonelli inmiddels de leiding in het kampioenschap stevig in handen. Volgens Wolff moest Russell wennen aan een nieuwe realiteit.
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Motorsport-Total.com @handle.invalid · 5h
Sepang-Rätsel bei Mercedes: Warum das Upgrade nicht wie gewünscht griff #F1 mst.site/nMRtV
Andrea Kimi Antonelli, George Russell
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Motor Sport @motor-sport.bsky.social · 5h
#MotoGP is looking to race in new territories. So which circuits face the axe? Adam Wheeler gets the inside story from the man who shapes the schedule go.motorsportmagazine.com/3TsMkCC
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 5h
Cupra Kiro team principal Russell O'Hagan has revealed that Dan Ticktum remains in contention for the team's second Formula E race seat, despite the Briton testing for rival outfit Lola Yamaha during the off-season. racingnews365.com/cupra-kiro-b...
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Cupra Kiro boss issues update on second Formula E seat situation
Cupra Kiro are looking to finalise its Formula E driver pairing within the next few weeks.
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Racingnews365 @racingnews365.nl · 5h
Je kan Verstappen toch nooit helemaal uitsluiten in de titelstrijd! #F1 #Formule1 #RN365 #MaxVerstappen
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Verstappen aangewezen stoorzender in slotstuk titelstrijd
Max Verstappen maakt geen kans meer op de titel in 2026, maar na de zege in Maleisië kan de Nederlander in de laatste zeven races wél een flinke stok in het wiel steken bij de coureurs die nog wel meedoen in de titelstrijd.
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Sportscar365 @sportscar365.com · 6h
Three brands are in serious contention for this year’s GT World Challenge powered by AWS title with Mercedes-AMG narrowly leading Porsche, and Ferrari rapidly closing on both.
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Three-Way Battle for Global GTWC Entering Final Four Events
Mercedes-AMG, Porsche, Ferrari in tight battle for GT World Challenge manufacturer honors...
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AUTOSPORT Bot (Unofficial) @autsport-com.bsky.social · 6h
The numbers behind Ducati becoming a modern MotoGP powerhouse #MotoGP
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The numbers behind Ducati becoming a modern MotoGP powerhouse
The 2026 Japanese Grand Prix was a special one for Ducati’s technical guru Gigi Dall’Igna. Exactly a year after Marc Marquez clinched the MotoGP title on one of his creations, Dall’Igna celebrated his 100th grand prix success at Motegi.<br>All of these 100 wins have come in just the last 203 races, stretching back to Andrea Iannone’s maiden success at the 2016 Austrian Grand Prix.<br>That
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Motorsport-Total.com @handle.invalid · 6h
"Beängstigend": So erlebten Fahrer und Co. das Software-Chaos in Malaysia #F1 mst.site/k5tnd
Die Formel-1-Autos vor dem Großen Preis von Bahrain 2026 in der Boxengasse
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 6h
Nico Hulkenberg has described how he was left "eating my steering wheel" after his Bahrain GP gamble was ruined by the safety car. racingnews365.com/nico-hulkenb...
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Nico Hulkenberg wanted to 'eat the steering wheel' as perfect gamble ruined
Nico Hulkenberg was nearly the hero in the Bahrain GP - but was left "eating my steering wheel."
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Formula 1 {bot} @f1.xmirror.bot · 6h
George was catching up with everyone he could find in the delay 😅🗣️ #F1 #BahrainGP
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Racingnews365 @racingnews365.nl · 6h
Toch hebben de upgrades wel wat magie geleverd! #F1 #Formule1 #RN365 Red Bull ontkent Verstappen-gesprekken over 'magische upgrade'
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Red Bull ontkent Verstappen-gesprekken over 'magische upgrade'
De RB22 lijkt de afgelopen GP-weekend een flinke stap vooruit te hebben gezet, mede dankzij een reeks upgrades, en met name degene die geïntroduceerd werden in Baku. Volgens Laurent Mekies waren deze upgrades echter geen onderhandelingsmiddel tijdens de contractgesprekken met Max Verstappen in de zomerstop.
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 6h
Meyer Shank Racing co-owner Mike Shank expects a significant step forward from Mick Schumacher for the 2027 IndyCar Series season, expressing strong belief in the German driver's potential as he prepares for his sophomore year in North American open-wheel racing. www.motorsport.com/indycar/news...
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Shank outlines 2027 IndyCar expectations for Mick Schumacher
Michael Shank also said the Schumacher name played no role in Mick's hiring
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 6h
AUTO MOTOR UND SPORT: In collaboration with Mercedes, Pirelli has developed a special tire for the AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+, which is also used on the F1 safety car. It is designed to be suitable for the racetrack and offer good grip in all conditions. www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/formel-1/pir...
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Formel 1: Pirelli-Spezial-Entwicklung: Gummi-Upgrade für F1-Safety-Car
Pirelli hat einen neuen Reifen speziell für das Formel-1-Safety-Car entwickelt. Von der Arbeit der italienischen Gummi-Experten profitieren natürlich auch die Kunden des Mercedes-Straßensportlers.
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 6h
How an unexpected battle for P6 in Malaysia fell apart for Williams and Haas www.formula1.com/en/latest/ar...
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How an unexpected battle for P6 in Malaysia fell apart
Williams and Haas had a rare opportunity to challenge for higher points in the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, but ultimately came away with nothing.
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 6h
Why didn't Mercedes' upgrades provide the boost they needed in Malaysia? www.formula1.com/en/latest/ar...
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Why didn't Mercedes' upgrades provide a boost in Malaysia?
Mark Hughes and Giorgio Piola delve into the upgrade package Mercedes introduced at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 7h
Oliver Bearman has insisted he is ready to be a team leader at Haas as he prepares for his third full season in 2027. racingnews365.com/oliver-bearm...
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Oliver Bearman sends Haas clear message ahead of major team change
Oliver Bearman will have a new team-mate at Haas next year.
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Formula 1 {bot} @f1.xmirror.bot · 7h
The all-important numbers for Kimi 💯📈 #F1 #BahrainGP
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Motorsport-Total.com @handle.invalid · 7h
Reifenpoker und Dominanz: Verstappen in Malaysia eine Klasse für sich #F1 mst.site/VhiPM
Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Max Verstappen
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Junaid Samodien @junaidsamodien.bsky.social · 7h
Ahead of the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix, Paul Williams, Chief Trackside Engineer, shares insights into the key technical factors that will shape the weekend.
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Pit Debrief @pitdebrief.bsky.social · 7h
Stella, Vasseur, and McNish not worried about the optics of F1 despite software glitch and formation-lap chaos in 2026 Malaysia race
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Stella, Vasseur, and McNish not worried about the optics of F1 despite software glitch and formation-lap chaos in 2026 Malaysia race
Given that multiple 2026 cars experienced a loss of power and got stranded on the formation lap, Andrea Stella, Fred Vasseur, and Allan McNish shared their thoughts on the unusual software glitch and what it did for the optics of the sport following the chaotic rain-affected F1 race in Malaysia on Sunday.  With a heavy... The post Stella, Vasseur, and McNish not worried about the optics of F1 despite software glitch and formation-lap chaos in 2026 Malaysia race appeared first on Pit Debrief.
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RaceFans @racefans.net · 7h
NEW: “F*** this s***”: Stroll’s frustrations began before he even left the grid in Sepang More:
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“F*** this s***”: Stroll’s frustrations began before he even left the grid in Sepang
Lance Stroll scored his best result of the season so far in Sepang but it was another frustrating race for the Aston Martin driver.
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Racer Magazine Bot @racerbot.bsky.social · 8h
Did McLaren's latest upgrade work? Not even McLaren is sure yet
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Did McLaren's latest upgrade work? Not even McLaren is sure yet
Did McLaren's latest upgrade work? Not even McLaren is sure yet
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FIA :bot: @fia.zpravobot.news.ap.brid.gy · 8h
Behind every Formula 1 Grand Prix is a team of dedicated volunteers and officials making the action possible 🏁🧡 From marshals to race officials, 20,000+ volunteers support the FIA Formula One World Championship across the season. It takes teamwork […] [Original post on zpravobot.news]
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