FIA activates heat protocol for Singapore GP

FIA activates heat protocol for Singapore GP

The FIA has activated its heat hazard protocol for the first time ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix, as drivers prepare to race in soaring 31°C temperatures with extreme humidity. To handle the heat, drivers can either wear a cooling vest that regulates body temperature or accept a 0.5kg ballast to keep competition fair. While the vest helps reduce the risk of exhaustion, it can restrict movement in the cockpit, and the ballast can impact car performance. These conditions make this year’s Singapore race not only a test of speed but also of endurance, strategy, and resilience.

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Will IndyCar return to Cleveland by 2028?

IndyCar may come back to Cleveland with a street race in the downtown area by 2028, more than 20 years after the city’s last Grand Prix. The Greater Cleveland Sports Commission is already in discussions with IndyCar about bringing the event back and highlighting the city’s racing heritage. Interest in IndyCar is growing, with TV ratings increasing and Fox Sports now owning a 33% stake in Penske Entertainment. Supporters believe the race could attract over 100,000 fans and generate significant revenue for Cleveland’s economy, but the plan has not been confirmed yet.

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Bachoura and Lee tied in Mustang title fight

Alex Bachoura and Zachry Lee head into the Mustang Challenge finale at the Charlotte Roval tied at 3,100 points, with Alfonso Diaz only 70 points behind in the championship. Robert Noaker has already won the Dark Horse title but is chasing a perfect season by taking every win, pole, and fastest lap. The 20-car field includes newcomers Andrew Aquilante and Dan McKeever, while Will Lucas switches to Robert Noaker Racing. The two races will be held Saturday and streamed on Peacock and YouTube, marking the series’ first weekend with NASCAR.

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Five IndyCar teams run rookie test at Mid-Ohio

Five IndyCar teams tested at Mid-Ohio to give new or less experienced drivers time in the car. Dennis Hauger, the IndyNXT champion, was the only driver already confirmed for 2026 and drove for Dale Coyne Racing. Other drivers included Caio Collet with AJ Foyt Racing, Niels Koolen with Chip Ganassi Racing, Felipe Nasr with Team Penske, and Kaku Ohta with Meyer Shank Racing, who drew attention due to his success in the Super Formula series. Most of the drivers suffered at least one incident that caused damage and cost track time, but all completed a solid number of laps before the test concluded.

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Billard lands Singapore Wild Card

Sixteen-year-old Lisa Billard will make her F1 Academy debut at the Singapore Grand Prix as a Wild Card entry with Hitech TGR, backed by Gatorade. She began racing in karting at seven, became the first female winner in the French Junior Karting Championship, and later joined Alpine’s RacHer programme. After stepping up to French F4 in 2024, she ran her first full season in 2025 with the Iron Dames, scoring two top-ten finishes and claiming the Female Trophy title. Now, she will compete on the tough Marina Bay Street Circuit, as she hopes to impress the F1 paddock and earn future opportunities in the championship.

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