Pirelli faces new tire concerns at Qatar GP

Pirelli faces new tire concerns at Qatar GP

Pirelli will watch tire wear closely at the Qatar Grand Prix after teams found deep cuts caused by sharp gravel on the track. The damage reached the tire’s construction layer, which could lead to punctures if drivers run over the gravel. New gravel traps at Lusail International Circuit make it easy for rocks to reach the line and increase tire risk. Pirelli has not made immediate changes but warned that punctures are likely, and the FIA may use a Safety Car or red flag if the track becomes unsafe.

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Denny Hamlin slams ESPN and NASCAR executives

Denny Hamlin attacked ESPN and NASCAR ahead of the antitrust trial with 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports. He called Ryan McGee’s article “propaganda” and said the media spread lies about the lawsuit. Hamlin also blamed NASCAR’s communications director, Mike Forde, for misrepresenting the teams’ position. He said the truth will come out in court and promised change.

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Emirates GBR takes lead into Sailgp Grand Final

Emirates GBR enter the SailGP Grand Final with a small lead, and Dylan Fletcher says the team must stay focused to reach the $2m title race. New Zealand face trouble after Peter Burling cut a finger in a practice run and missed a key session. Emirates GBR aim for a rare double after a strong season with many wins and a second Impact League title. The team also had cricket stars Jimmy Anderson and Kate Cross on the boat before the event starts this weekend.

Click here to read the full article by Chris Woodhams (www.boatingnz.co.nz)

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Former F1 driver Sutil arrested for fraud

Adrian Sutil has been arrested in Germany in an international raid over alleged fraud and embezzlement. He has not spoken publicly, and the details of the case are not confirmed. Sutil raced in Formula One from 2007 to 2014 for Spyker, Force India, and Sauber, with several strong results but no podiums. He faced legal trouble in 2011 after he hurt a Lotus executive in a Shanghai nightclub, which led to a conviction and a suspended sentence.

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SailGP and Flying Roos sign new sponsorship deals

Hongqi has joined SailGP as the luxury car partner for the Abu Dhabi Grand Final, its first step into international races. The Bonds Flying Roos have signed long-term deals with monday.com and Blueberry to support the team and connect with fans. These deals make SailGP and the team stronger and show that the league attracts luxury, tech, and finance brands. This weekend, the top three teams will race for a $2 million winner-takes-all prize.

Click here to read the full article by Aashay Khandelwal (sportsmintmedia.com)