F1 mulls reverse grids & MotoGP-style sprints

F1 mulls reverse grids & MotoGP-style sprints

Formula 1 is planning big changes to race weekends to keep younger fans interested, with more sprint races, less practice time, and possibly shorter grands prix. CEO Stefano Domenicali says most drivers, promoters, and fans now like these ideas, even though some, like Max Verstappen, used to be against them. He believes people are bored of long practice sessions and prefer more racing action. F1 may bring in reverse grids and other new formats, moving away from old traditions to focus on entertainment.

Click here to read the full article by Stuart Codling & Roberto Chinchero (www.motorsport.com)

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Darlington fallout sets the tone for WWT Raceway

The NASCAR Cup Series returns to World Wide Technology Raceway this weekend for its first playoff race at the St. Louis track. Some drivers, like Tyler Reddick, Chase Briscoe, and Austin Cindric, have been doing well recently, while others, like Alex Bowman and Shane van Gisbergen, have struggled. A few drivers will hit big milestones, with 100th Cup starts for Reddick, Ty Gibbs, and Kyle Busch, and Chase Elliott’s 350th start. This race is important for the playoffs, as drivers try to earn points and improve their standings.

Click here to read the full article by Dustin Long (www.nbcsports.com)

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Emergency talks called as fuel costs hit $300/L

Formula 1 teams will face much higher fuel costs from 2026, possibly up to $12 million per team, because the sport will use fully sustainable fuel. The price per litre could go from $22–33 to more than $300 due to the expensive green materials needed. Teams have to pay these costs in 2026, but F1, the FIA, and fuel suppliers will meet after the Italian Grand Prix to find ways to reduce costs in 2027, like standardising the most expensive parts of the fuel. Officials say that over time, prices should go down as the technology improves and sustainable fuel becomes more common.

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

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Ferrari unveils one-off Lauda tribute for Monza

Ferrari will celebrate Niki Lauda at Monza with a car design based on the 1975 312T, the car that gave him his first world title and teammate Clay Regazzoni the race win. The car has extra white parts and the classic rectangular Ferrari logo. Team members will wear special blue clothes, with custom overalls, helmets, and shoes, while fans are reminded of Hamilton’s past tribute to Lauda with his red helmet. Ferrari will also hold fan events, and Jean Alesi will drive the 1995 V12 car, as the team hopes the support helps it get its first win of the season.

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IndyCar seats that deserve new drivers

Four IndyCar drivers, Devlin DeFrancesco, Jacob Abel, Sting Ray Robb, and Nolan Siegel, have struggled this season with poor finishes and inconsistent performance. Team connections have helped them stay in their seats despite limited results. Their underperformance highlights which teams might consider driver changes for 2026. In contrast, Kyffin Simpson has shown steady improvement and strong results, and he is a reliable choice for his team next season.

Click here to read the full article by Asher Fair (beyondtheflag.com)