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2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours | Race | Live Blog
One of endurance racing’s most gruelling and revered challenges is upon us, as teams, drivers, and manufacturers prepare to tackle the legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife for 24 hours of non-stop racing around the fearsome “Green Hell.” The 2026 edition of the Nürburgring 24 Hours, running from 16–17 May, boasts a massive 161-car entry, featuring a mix…
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Verstappen Racing emerges as contender for victory at the 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours
Max Verstappen delivered a remarkable performance at the 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours as Verstappen Racing pushed itself firmly into contention for a breakthrough victory in the famous endurance race. After almost nine hours of racing around the Nordschleife, the #3 Mercedes-AMG GT3 shared by Verstappen, Daniel Juncadella, Jules Gounon and Lucas Auer led a Mercedes…
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#911 Manthey forced to retire from 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours after oil-induced crash
Manthey Racing entered the 2026 Nürburgring 24 Hours with high expectations and immediately established itself among the frontrunners. The team’s iconic “Grello” Porsche 911 GT3 R, shared by Ayhancan Güven, Kévin Estre and Thomas Preining, started from eighth position in the massive 161-car field. Despite difficult weather conditions and a constantly evolving track surface around…
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Full IndyCar Indy 500 qualifying day moved to Sunday after rain
Following a day full of rain at IMS, IndyCar has confirmed what will happen on Sunday as the qualifying schedule for the Indy 500 has been updated. Championship points will also be awarded to the top 12, going from 12 for the polesitter to 1 for P12. IndyCar statement on Indy 500 qualifying update INDYCAR…
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“Formula E is all about a bit of luck”: Martí reflects on maiden Formula E podium at 2026 Monaco E-Prix
2026 Monaco E-Prix Race 1 delivered another chaotic and unpredictable contest as Pepe Martí stormed from 15th on the grid to secure the first podium of his Formula E career. Although Martí initially crossed the line in fourth position, a late penalty for Dan Ticktum elevated the Spaniard onto the podium following a dramatic finish…
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Sainz’ first laps around the Madring ahead of first race at the F1 2026 Gran Premio de España
Williams’ Carlos Sainz drove around the brand new Madring at his hometown in Madrid, Spain, as F1 returns to the city in September 2026 for the GP. The Spaniard took journalist Lawrence Baretto for a hot lap, completing the first drive around the brand new circuit. Sainz proudly talked about the construction and preparations for…
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Nyck de Vries wins Race 1 in Monaco after race was “executed perfectly”
Nyck de Vries secured a long-awaited return to the top step of the podium with victory in Race 1 of the Monaco E-Prix. The Dutch driver delivered a strategic drive around the streets of Monaco, taking his first win since Berlin 2022 and marking Mahindra racing’s first race win in the Gen3 era. Pit Debrief spoke…
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Drugovich achieves P4 finish after “staying out of trouble” at Race 1 of the Monaco E-Prix
Felipe Drugovich achieved his best Formula E result yet at Race 1 of the Monaco E-Prix. After a solid race, the Brazilian finished with a strong P4. Pit Debrief spoke with Drugovich in the media pen after the race concluded. A bold move and a good job from Drugovich The first race of the Monaco…
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Evans looks to “catch up to the Mahindras” on Sunday after P2 finish at the Monaco E-Prix
Mitch Evans left Race 1 of the 2026 Monaco E-Prix with another reminder of why the Principality has become one of his strongest venues in Formula E. The Jaguar TCS Racing driver finished second behind Nyck de Vries, who delivered Mahindra Racing’s first win of the GEN3 era. Evans’ result marked another Monaco podium and…
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Vowles on Williams’ 2026 F1 development and the timeline for consistent points
Williams Racing Team Principal James Vowles watched his squad leave the 2026 F1 Miami GP with a double-points finish, as a result of Carlos Sainz crossing the finish line in P9 and Alex Albon securing P10. While this three-point finish put them in P8 in the Constructors’ Championship, Vowles remains entirely realistic about the progress…