FIA fines Aston Martin €25,000 for drivers’ absences

FIA fines Aston Martin €25,000 for drivers’ absences

Aston Martin received a €25,000 fine each for Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll for absence from a required Fan Zone event at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, with part of the fine delayed. The team said the drivers were not expected because rookies drove in the first practice, but the stewards did not accept this. The FIA said fans are very important and had waited a long time for the drivers. Aston Martin will make up for the absence with signed items and garage tours, and the fine money will support local motorsport.

Click here to read the full article by Jon Noble (www.the-race.com)

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IndyCar plans to expand race schedule

IndyCar wants its races to feel like big events, not just regular races. Doug Boles, president of IndyCar and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, said the Arlington track will be fast and fun for fans to watch. The series has included things like concerts and extra races to make race weekends better. IndyCar plans to keep these kinds of events to attract more people.

Click here to read the full article by Kevin Dejewski (www.motorsportweek.com)

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Jordan testifies in NASCAR antitrust case

Michael Jordan said he sued NASCAR because the charter system was unfair and did not give teams permanent spots. 23XI and Front Row Motorsports refused to sign a last-minute deal that limited their rights. Jordan said NASCAR shares too little money with teams and did not listen to their concerns. He spent $35–40 million on 23XI and needs permanent charters for the team to continue.

Click here to read the full article by Max Winters (www.dailymail.co.uk)

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TGM switches to Ford for 2026 IMSA season

Team TGM will switch to Ford Racing in the 2026 IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge, using two Ford Mustang GT4 cars in the GS class. The team will keep its current drivers, with Giovanis and Hugh Plumb in one car and Matt Plumb and Paul Holton in the other. The team has a strong record in the series, with multiple championships, and hopes the new Ford partnership will help continue its success. Beyond the track, Team TGM also focuses on cancer research through the JKTG Foundation, combining motorsport efforts with scientific work.

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Ferrari retains full WEC Hypercar lineup

Ferrari will keep the same drivers for its main WEC Hypercar team for the third year in a row. The team had a huge year with a third straight Le Mans overall result and both world titles in its class. Antonio Fuoco, Miguel Molina and Nicklas Nielsen stay in the No. 50 car, while Alessandro Pier Guidi, James Calado and Antonio Giovinazzi stay in the No. 51 car. Yifei Ye will also stay in the No. 83 car, but Ferrari has not said who his two teammates will be.

Click here to read the full article by Davey Euwema (sportscar365.com)