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ACO confirms new Asian Le Mans Cup for 2026/27 season
A new regional endurance racing platform for LMP3 and GT3 competitors has been announced at the ACO Press Conference during the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The new championship will be called the Asian Le Mans Cup and will run on the same weekends as the Asian Le Mans Series. It will give LMP3 teams…
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Genesis expands motorsport vision with Magma GT3 Concept
Genesis has revealed its Magma GT3 Concept at Le Mans, offering a first look at a possible future direction for the Korean manufacturer’s expanding motorsport programme. The brand unveiled the car during its 24 Hours of Le Mans debut weekend, where Genesis Magma Racing will compete in the Hypercar class with the GMR-001 Hypercar. The…
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Nürburgring awaits penultimate 2026 Michelin 24H Series round
Less than a week after the Michelin 24H Series European Series reached its halfway point at Circuit Paul Ricard, teams and drivers have already turned their attention to the penultimate round of the 2026 season. The Michelin 12H Nürburgring will take place from 3-5 July and will mark a major milestone for the Creventic-organised 24H…
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FIA, ACO and IMSA outline unified 2030 prototype regulations
The FIA, ACO and IMSA have confirmed the foundations of a unified set of top-class prototype regulations that will debut in the 2030 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) and IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship seasons. Officials outlined the framework during the annual ACO press conference at Le Mans, held on the eve of the 24 Hours…
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F1 | 2026 Barcelona-Catalunya GP | FP2 | Norris tops the timings with Russell close behind
The F1 2026 Barcelona-Catulanya GP FP2 is complete with Lando Norris topping the timing sheets. Green flag in Barcelona After a rookie-filled FP1, it was back to the normal grid for the start of FP2 at the Barcelona-Catalunya GP. Sergio Pérez was the first out on the track for Cadillac after missing out on F1…
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FIA WEC renews Bahrain deal as Sakhir finale remains on calendar until 2036
The FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) has renewed its agreement with Bahrain International Circuit, securing the Sakhir venue’s continued place on the championship calendar. Bahrain has formed part of FIA WEC’s story since the series’ inaugural campaign in 2012. Since then, the circuit has hosted 14 races, making it one of the championship’s most frequently…
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2026 F1 Barcelona-Catalunya GP | FP2 results
FP2 at the 2026 F1 Barcelona-Catalunya GP has been completed ahead of FP3 and qualifying tomorrow, view the full results here. In opening practice, George Russell was fastest from Oscar Piastri and Charles Leclerc. Lots of rookies ran in the session, with Leonardo Fornaroli the quickest in P5, ahead of an impressive Paul Aron in…
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Fuji prepares for joint 2026 GTWC Asia and Japan Cup event
GTWC Asia powered by AWS will head to Fuji Speedway on July 11-12 for its first joint event of the 2026 season with the Japan Cup. The SRO GT Powertour weekend will bring a packed programme to one of Japan’s most famous circuits, with 26 GT3 cars currently confirmed for Rounds 5 and 6 of…
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Nielsen explains why Alpine was successful in their appeal as Gasly regains Monaco podium ahead of 2026 F1 Barcelona-Catalunya GP
Speaking ahead of the 2026 F1 Barcelona-Catalunya GP, Alpine managing director Steve Nielsen explained why the team was successful in their appeal effort, restoring a Monaco GP podium for Pierre Gasly. Gasly was among those affected by the mayhem in Monaco as several pitlane speeding infractions were recorded during the race, triggering automatic sanctions for…
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FIA WEC confirms nine-event 2027 calendar with Silverstone comeback
The FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) has confirmed an expanded nine-round calendar for the 2027 season, with Silverstone’s return marking the headline addition to a schedule that retains all existing venues. The championship will begin with the traditional Prologue test at Lusail International Circuit in March before the Qatar 1812km opens the competitive campaign later…