Chiara Martin, Author at Motorsport | Pit Debrief

The GRT - Grasser Racing Team #63 entering the final round of the GTWC Sprint Cup in Valencia.

Gottfried Grasser reflects on “a perfect year” as the GTWC Europe Sprint Cup finale in Valencia looms

Chiara Martin3 months ago3 months ago04 mins mins

The Grasser Racing Team entered the final weekend of the GT World Challenge Europe Sprint Cup in Valencia with an outside shot at the championship. Despite stiff competition, the Austrian outfit remained firmly in contention after a strong Qualifying performance. The opening session had seen Ferrari dominate, continuing their form from Free Practice and Pre-Qualifying….

Jak Crawford after taking pole position for the 2025 F2 Azerbaijan GP in Baku.

“No reason we can’t fight for the win” – Crawford confident after securing F2 Pole in Azerbaijan

Chiara Martin3 months ago3 months ago06 mins mins

DAMS Lucas Oil’s Jak Crawford secured his second pole position of the season in a dramatic Formula 2 qualifying session at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, surviving multiple red flags and chaos on the streets of Baku. The American driver’s path to pole was far from straightforward, with three separate red flag incidents disrupting what should…

Lando Norris during FP1 of the F1 Azerbaijan GP in Baku.

F1 | Azerbaijan GP | FP1 | Norris leads interrupted practice session in Baku

Chiara Martin3 months ago3 months ago06 mins mins

The opening day of running in Baku began with FP1 at the F1 Azerbaijan GP, giving drivers valuable mileage on what was, as expected, a very green circuit. With the barriers close around the tight street layout, few had been willing to take unnecessary risks that could lead to costly errors. Championship permutations also added…

Max Verstappen at the F1 Azerbaijan GP 2025.

F1 drivers react as Verstappen secures Nürburgring Nordschleife Permit ahead of F1 Azerbaijan GP

Chiara Martin3 months ago3 months ago08 mins mins

Max Verstappen has added another milestone to his career by earning his Nürburgring Nordschleife Permit A, allowing him to compete in GT3 machinery on the iconic circuit. The Red Bull driver completed the required 14 laps during his debut in the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie, despite challenging conditions with rain and reduced power. Ordinarily, the rules demand…

“Results of the past never guarantee results in the future”: Verschoor’s F2 Championship battle returns to Baku

Chiara Martin3 months ago3 months ago04 mins mins

Richard Verschoor returns to the streets of Azerbaijan with both fond memories and fierce determination as the Formula 2 championship battle intensifies. Just a year and three days after his commanding victory in Baku, the MP Motorsport driver finds himself in a familiar yet challenging position – chasing down the points leader with time running…

Lamborghini Factory Driver, Jordan Pepper, bringing home his maiden win at the DTM Norisring 2025, with GRT.

“GT is something the world of motorsport takes seriously” – Jordan Pepper on his racing journey

Chiara Martin3 months ago3 months ago04 mins mins

Jordan Pepper’s path to becoming a factory Lamborghini driver, a full-time DTM driver, and Spa 24 Hours winner has been anything but straightforward. From leaving South Africa as a teenager to chasing glory in Europe, his career embodies resilience, sacrifice, and a sharp eye for opportunity. From South Africa to Europe Motorsport was always a…

Trident Motorsport has announced that Laurens van Hoepen and Martinius Stenshorne will join the team for the upcoming Formula 2 round in Baku, marking both drivers' debuts in the championship.

Trident confirms Van Hoepen and Stenshorne for Formula 2 ahead of Baku

Chiara Martin3 months ago3 months ago03 mins mins

Trident Motorsport has announced that Laurens van Hoepen and Martinius Stenshorne will join the team for the upcoming Formula 2 round in Baku, marking both drivers’ debuts in the championship. The Dutch-Norwegian pairing represents a significant step-up the motorsport ladder, transitioning from Formula 3 where they have both demonstrated considerable promise throughout the 2025 season….

Taylor Barnard signs with DS Penske for Season 12 of Formula E.

Taylor Barnard signs with DS Penske for Formula E Season 12

Chiara Martin3 months ago3 months ago03 mins mins

DS Penske has confirmed rising British star Taylor Barnard and Maximilian Günther for Season 12 of the Formula E championship, creating what is bound to be one of the most compelling driver pairings on the grid. A strong legacy DS Automobiles has always attracted top drivers in Formula E. The French manufacturer has worked with…

Max Verstappen at the Nürburgring Nordschleife, to obtain his permit.

Verstappen secures Nürburgrung Nordschleife Permit after racing debut: “I had fun”

Chiara Martin3 months ago3 months ago03 mins mins

Max Verstappen has successfully achieved a significant milestone in his motorsport career, obtaining the coveted DMSB Permit A that allows him to compete in top-level racing on the legendary Nürburgring Nordschleife. The reigning Formula 1 World Champion’s weekend at the German circuit marked his racing debut on the notorious track, despite not fully meeting all…

Nico Hülkenberg during the F1 Italian GP Driver Parade 2025.

Hülkenberg says he watched F1 Italian GP “from the comfort of hospitality” after early end to his race

Chiara Martin3 months ago3 months ago04 mins mins

Nico Hülkenberg’s F1 Italian GP lasted all of one formation lap, but the veteran German driver’s perspective from the sidelines provided unique insights into what could have been a promising weekend for Sauber at Monza. Heartbreak before the racing begins Just as the field prepared to tackle the legendary circuit, Hülkenberg’s F1 Italian GP race…