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F1 · 22 Sept 2026 · Formula 1
Red Bull Confirms Verstappen’s Persistent Car Issue Won’t Be Fully Resolved Until 2027
Max Verstappen has long grappled with a rear axle problem in his Red Bull RB22, a challenge the team now admits won’t be completely fixed until 2027.
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MotoGP · 22 Sept 2026
KTM’s Triumph with Acosta Signals Promise but Calls for Caution
Pedro Acosta’s maiden MotoGP win marks a milestone for KTM, yet the manufacturer must remain grounded and heed past lessons to sustain success.
F1 · 22 Sept 2026 · Formula 1
Le Mans Legend Halusa Clinches RAC TT Celebration at Goodwood in Iconic Low-Drag Jaguar
Lukas Halusa and Andre Lotterer secured a narrow victory at the 28th Goodwood Revival, showcasing the legendary Jaguar E-type lightweight low-drag coupe.
F1 · 22 Sept 2026 · Pit
Leclerc Sticks to His Own Style Amid Ferrari’s 2026 F1 Challenges
Charles Leclerc chose not to emulate Lewis Hamilton’s driving style despite difficulties with Ferrari’s new SF-26 under 2026 regulations.
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Rally · 22 Sept 2026
Esapekka Lappi to Pause Professional Rallying Career
Two-time WRC winner Esapekka Lappi has announced a break from professional rallying, stepping back ahead of the Finnish Rally Championship finale.
F1 · 22 Sept 2026 · Formula 1
Ryder Secures Third British Hillclimb Title by Narrowest Margin at Prescott
Matthew Ryder clinched his third British Hillclimb Championship in a nail-biting finale at Prescott, edging out rivals by just a single point.
F1 · 22 Sept 2026 · Race
F1 Commission Approves Shorter Race Distances for 2027 Season
Formula 1 will reduce standard Grand Prix lengths from 305km to 290km starting in 2027, aligning with new power unit regulations and cost-cutting measures.
MotoGP · 21 Sept 2026 · Technical
Pirelli Test Controversy Highlights Need for Stronger Rider Voice in MotoGP
As MotoGP approaches a major technical overhaul in 2027, recent disputes over Pirelli tyre testing underscore the necessity for riders to have greater influence in decision-making.
F1 · 21 Sept 2026 · Race
The Year Daytona’s Legendary 24-Hour Race Was Cut to Six Hours
Daytona’s iconic 24-hour endurance race, a staple since 1966, once deviated dramatically from tradition, running only six hours.
MotoGP · 21 Sept 2026 · Live
Pedro Acosta Secures Maiden MotoGP Victory at Austrian GP
Pedro Acosta delivered a commanding performance to claim his first MotoGP win at the Austrian Grand Prix, while Jorge Martin solidified his championship lead.
MotoGP · 21 Sept 2026
Pedro Acosta Claims Maiden MotoGP Victory at Red Bull Ring
After three years in MotoGP, Pedro Acosta secured his first grand prix win on KTM’s home turf at the Red Bull Ring.
F1 · 20 Sept 2026 · Qualifying
Mercedes Targets Pole Position Revival with Major Malaysia F1 Upgrades
Mercedes plans a significant car upgrade for the Malaysian Grand Prix, aiming to reclaim pole position dominance. The team leads the 2026 championship but seeks to sharpen qualifying performance.
MotoGP · 20 Sept 2026 · Qualifying
Jorge Martin Secures Pole at Austrian MotoGP Amidst Tight Qualifying Battle
In a fiercely contested qualifying session at the Austrian Grand Prix, Aprilia's Jorge Martin clinched pole position, edging out championship contenders Pedro Acosta and Marc Marquez.
MotoGP · 20 Sept 2026 · Pit
Jorge Martin Seizes Austrian GP Sprint Win After Pedro Acosta's Late Crash
Jorge Martin capitalised on Pedro Acosta’s crash to claim a dramatic sprint victory at the Austrian MotoGP. Acosta had led comfortably before his exit with three laps remaining.
MotoGP · 20 Sept 2026
Pedro Acosta Accepts Blame for Costly Crash in Spielberg Sprint
Pedro Acosta's commanding lead in the Austrian MotoGP sprint ended abruptly after a crash at Turn 2/2A. The KTM rider has openly taken responsibility for the incident.
F1 · 20 Sept 2026 · Pit
MotoGP Confirms Plans to Proceed with Qatar Grand Prix Amid Middle East Conflict
Despite regional tensions affecting motorsport events, MotoGP boss Carmelo Ezpeleta affirms the Qatar GP is scheduled to go ahead on 8 November.