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Del Grosso discusses managing pressure, sacrifice, and focus, offering insight into the realities of life in modern junior motorsport.

Racing up the ladder | “People don’t understand how much effort goes into a racing career” — Emmilio Valentino Del Grosso on sacrifice, social media, and staying focused in motorsport

Karishma Persad3 months ago2 months ago07 mins

In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Emmilio Valentino Del Grosso offered an in-depth perspective on the realities of building a career in motorsport beyond the track, including the sacrifice and focus required. While performance remains the most visible aspect of a driver’s journey, the demands behind the scenes—from managing external pressures to maintaining personal…

Colapinto terms 2026 Miami GP as most “perfect weekend” in F1

Darshan Chokhani3 months ago3 months ago02 mins

Franco Colapinto credits Alpine F1 team for solid run in 2026 Miami GP, as he registered his best result after updates worked well on his side. After Alpine teammate Pierre Gasly crashed out early in 2026 F1 Miami GP, it was on Colapinto to secure points for the French outfit in the tight midfield battle….

Leclerc takes full blame for 2026 F1 Miami GP crash on final lap

Darshan Chokhani3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Charles Leclerc says he was calm at onset of last lap in the 2026 F1 Miami GP, but disappointed with himself for the spin. It was another solid start from Ferrari’s Leclerc in the 2026 F1 Miami GP, when he took the lead from Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli and Red Bull’s Max Verstappen. He also survived…

Allan McNish, Audi, F1, Nico Hulkenberg, Gabriel Bortoleto

Audi F1 drivers happy with McNish appointment as Racing Director

Darshan Chokhani3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Nico Hülkenberg welcomes Allan McNish as Audi’s F1 Racing Director to aide Mattia Binotto, as Gabriel Bortoleto reveals deeper relationship. Amid rumours of Jonathan Wheatley leaving the team principal role at Audi, the news was eventually confirmed between the F1 races in China and Japan. He cited personal reasons for leaving the post, as reports…

Lance Stroll, F1, GT3, Aston Martin, Miami GP, F1 2026

Stroll enjoyed driving F3, GT3 cars more than current F1 machinery

Darshan Chokhani3 months ago3 months ago07 mins

Lance Stroll gets candid about the 2026 F1 regulations and how it isn’t at all enjoyable as opposed to F3 and GT3 cars that he drove in the mini-break. The chorus on 2026 F1 regulation is never ending. The discussions were same in the first three races and it has continued in Miami GP, even…

Emmilio Del Grosso on identity, heritage, and using motorsport success to inspire Venezuela and expand access for future drivers worldwide.

Racing up the ladder | “Every little step I made was crucial” — Emmilio Valentino Del Grosso on his journey in motorsport

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago017 mins

In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Emmilio Valentino Del Grosso offered a detailed and reflective look into the experiences that have shaped his path in motorsport so far. At just 16 years old, his journey already reflects an uncommon level of maturity, shaped not only by time on track but also by the challenges…

McLaren, F1, Chinese GP, Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri

McLaren duo reveal reasons behind DNS at 2026 F1 Chinese GP

Darshan Chokhani4 months ago4 months ago010 mins

McLaren pair Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri were left disappointed after both drivers record a non-start at the 2026 F1 Chinese GP due to separate power unit related issues. It all ended for the McLaren duo, even before it started at the 2026 F1 Chinese GP. While Norris was unable to even complete his reconnaissance…

Alpine, Mercedes, F1, Otro Capital, Flavio Briatore, Toto Wolff

Briatore confirms Alpine F1’s shares talks with Mercedes, but not Wolff

Darshan Chokhani4 months ago4 months ago05 mins

Flavio Briatore confirms talks with Mercedes regarding sale of Otro Capital’s shares in Alpine F1 Team, but clarified it is not with Toto Wolff directly. The American hedge fund company Otro Capital is looking to sell its 24% shares in Alpine F1 Team. The discussions of the same have been on since last year, with…

Fernando Alonso, F1, Aston Martin, Honda, 2026 Chinese GP, Alonso Honda F1

Alonso revisits a decade back amid similar Honda F1 woes in 2026

Darshan Chokhani4 months ago4 months ago09 mins

Fernando Alonso sees things with different perspective and maturity when comparing his time with Honda back in 2015 to 2026, when asked at the F1 Chinese GP. It was a bitter end between Alonso and Honda F1 back in 2017 when McLaren decided to end terms with the Japanese manufacturer after a three-year stint. The…

Esteban Ocon, F1, Haas, Australian GP, F1 2026, 2026

Ocon: Haas had “two different cars” in 2026 F1 Australian GP

Darshan Chokhani4 months ago4 months ago05 mins

Esteban Ocon had flashbacks of problems he faced in 2025, after finishing out of points in the 2026 F1 Australian GP despite a promising start. While his Haas teammate Ollie Bearman could extract points in the F1 Australian GP, Ocon had a disappointing end out of points after a promising start. He feels he was…