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Fabio Morbidelli’s passionate speech at Italian MotoGP to “keep my job” – “I’m close to Fabio Quartararo” | MotoGP

Morbidelli’s seat in the 2024 MotoGP rider line-up is one of the most at-risk, with his contract expiring and Yamaha openly considering alternatives. With this weekend’s Italian MotoGP beginning a run of three races consecutively, it is a period which could make or break Morbidelli’s hopes. Asked about his future, he said: “I don’t know. […]

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MotoGP: “Safety and fairness” – Freddie Spencer outlines future direction for stewarding in MotoGP | MotoGP

The level of stewarding in both MotoGP and WorldSBK has been much-maligned due to inconsistent penalties being handed down. In MotoGP, Spencer is the chief steward which has led to him coming under heavy criticism from riders in particular.  Unsure what is a penalty and what is fair racing, MotoGP riders have at times been […]

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Red Bull would still have fastest F1 car without sidepods

Mercedes debuted a major upgrade package at the Monaco Grand Prix that featured new-look sidepods as the team finally abandoned their controversial ‘zeropod’ design. The sidepods on the heavily-revised W14 are now closer in resemblance to a more conventional sidepod philosophy, similar to the one first pioneered by Red Bull.  Mercedes had their best race of the season […]

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Sky Italy F1 commentators suspended after sexist remarks live on air

Matteo Bobbi and 2012 GP2 champion Davide Valsecchi made the remarks during Sky Italy’s post-race coverage following Sunday’s Spanish Grand Prix.  Bobbi, who was speaking from the studio, pointed out a woman in the background and referred to her as an “upgrade package”.  Valsecchi, who was alongside presenter Federica Masolin in the Barcelona paddock, turned […]

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Max Verstappen on “another planet” | “Superiority” Red Bull have “never had before” | F1

Verstappen has won five of the opening seven races of F1 2023, building up a commanding 53-point lead in the drivers’ championship over Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez. At the most recent race in Spain, Verstappen defeated Lewis Hamilton by over 24 seconds. Reflecting on the Dutchman’s latest triumph, Marko had flowing praise for his […]