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Formula 1 News: Mercedes officially launches their 2026 W17 challenger

Posted by AR1 staff February 2, 2026

As F1 readies itself to enter its next generation, the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team today (2 February) took the next step on the road to 2026 with its digital season … Read More

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What the Current Grid Tells Us About the State of F1 Racing

Posted by AR1 staff February 2, 2026

A Formula 1 grid has always been more than a roll call. It’s a snapshot of priorities, compromises, and long-term bets. This one, in particular, feels unusually revealing. New names … Read More

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Formula 1 News: Shareholders paid EUR 20m as Zandvoort walks away

Andrew Maitland February 2, 2026

(GMM) The decision to end the Dutch Grand Prix after 2026 is facing renewed scrutiny after it emerged that shareholders behind the Zandvoort (pictured) project paid themselves a EUR 20 … Read More

Formula 1 Rumors

Formula 1 Rumor: Lewis Hamilton the Playboy ‘Player’ Sparks Romance Buzz with Kim Kardashian

Posted by AR1 staff February 2, 2026

In the fast-paced world of Formula 1, where Lewis Hamilton (pictured) has long dominated the track with his seven world championships and current Ferrari stint, off-track drama often steals the … Read More

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Formula 1 News: Verstappen suffered from Flu during Barcelona Test

Andrew Maitland February 2, 2026

(GMM) Max Verstappen (pictured) has revealed he was unwell throughout Formula 1’s closed-door shakedown week in Barcelona, adding important context to his limited mileage with Red Bull’s all-new 2026 car … Read More

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Formula 1 News: Illness sidelines Rovanpera again as road to F1 stalls

Andrew Maitland February 2, 2026

(GMM) Kalle Rovanpera (pictured) has suffered another setback on his early single-seater path, after illness forced him to miss the final weekend of the Oceania Formula Regional series. Finnish newspaper … Read More

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Formula 1 News: Riccardo Patrese shares his perspective on Michael Schumacher

Andrew Maitland February 2, 2026

(GMM) Former Formula 1 driver Riccardo Patrese (pictured) has shared his perspective on the condition of Michael Schumacher, following renewed reports that the seven-time world champion is no longer bedridden … Read More

Hot News Miscellaneous

Building Driver Confidence and Focus for High-Speed Driving

Posted by AR1 staff February 2, 2026

Have you ever wondered how racing drivers maintain composure, sharpness, and precision when every split-second counts on the track? It’s a skill that resonates beyond racing, rooted in everyday habits … Read More

Formula 1 Rumors

Formula 1 Rumor: Sponsor Pullout Jeopardizes Colapinto’s Alpine Seat

Posted by AR1 staff February 2, 2026

In a surprising twist, Mercado Libre—one of Franco Colapinto’s primary sponsors and a cornerstone of the Argentine driver’s Formula 1 journey—has vanished from Alpine’s sponsorship lineup. Despite Alpine recently extending … Read More

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Asian Le Mans News: Crowdstrike Strikes Twice in 4 Hours of Dubai Race 2

Posted by AR1 staff February 1, 2026

The #4 Crowdstrike Racing by APR Oreca-Gibson took a second victory in Dubai with a thrilling 4-hour encounter that saw all three classes won by less than two seconds at … Read More

Hot News NASCAR Cup Series

Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium Rescheduled to Wednesday, Feb. 4

Posted by AR1 staff February 1, 2026

The Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium has been rescheduled to Wednesday, Feb. 4 due to the impacts of historic winter weather in Winston-Salem and across the North Carolina … Read More

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Formula 1 News: Audi and Cadillac Face Daunting Debut in 2026 F1 Barcelona Shakedown

Posted by AR1 staff February 1, 2026

In the unforgiving arena of Formula 1, where innovation meets precision engineering, the 2026 season’s Barcelona shakedown test served as a harsh reality check for newcomers Audi and Cadillac. As … Read More

Hot News NASCAR Cup Series

NASCAR News: 2026 Daytona Speedweeks Schedule and Happenings

Posted by AR1 staff February 1, 2026

The 2026 Daytona Speedweeks Presented by AdventHealth runs from Wednesday, February 11, to Sunday, February 15, at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. This kickoff to the NASCAR season … Read More

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Formula 1 News: Early 2026 favorites emerge after Barcelona Test

Posted by AR1 staff February 1, 2026

As the engines roared back to life under the crisp winter sun of Barcelona, the 2026 Formula 1 season is already shaping up to be a thriller. With sweeping new … Read More

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Formula 1 News: Horner Breaks Silence – Unfinished Business Beckons a Potential Return

Posted by AR1 staff February 1, 2026

In the high-octane world of Formula 1, where triumphs and controversies often collide, Christian Horner’s (pictured) name has long been synonymous with success—and drama. –by Mark Cipolloni– The former Red … Read More

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NTSB Preliminary Report Released On Greg Biffle Plane Crash: Doomed From The Start? (Update)

Posted by AR1 staff January 31, 2026

Two more videos have surfaced analyzing the Greg Biffle Plane Crash. The NTSB preliminary report on the Citation II crash reveals a tragic chain of decisions that stacked risk long … Read More

Formula E Hot News

Formula E News: Evans masters Miami mayhem to claim record 15th win

Posted by AR1 staff January 31, 2026

The 2026 Miami E-Prix, Round 3 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, delivered a spectacle of skill and strategy amid treacherous wet conditions at the Miami International Autodrome. … Read More

Asian LeMans Series Hot News

Asian Le Mans News: Crowdstrike Racing By Apr Win 4-Hour of Dubai Race 1

Posted by AR1 staff January 31, 2026

It was a dramatic end to the first four-hour Asian Le Mans race of the weekend in Dubai after three Safety Car periods mixed up the order, with a 21-minute … Read More

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NASCAR News: Frigid temps, snow Postpones Cook Out Clash (4th Update)

Posted by AR1 staff January 31, 2026

The Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium has been postponed to Monday, February 2, due to the impacts of winter weather in Winston-Salem, N.C. Please see a breakdown of updates to … Read More

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IndyCar 2026: A Landmark Season for IndyCar’s Growth and Excitement

Posted by AR1 staff January 31, 2026

The NTT IndyCar Series is gearing up for what could be its most transformative year yet in 2026. Building on the momentum from 2025’s record-breaking viewership, the season promises an … Read More

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Asian Le Mans News: 4 Hours of Dubai Qualifying Reports

Posted by AR1 staff January 31, 2026

Giorgio Roda (pictured) took the top spot for both 4 Hours of Dubai races in UAE, with two fastest laps in tricky track conditions at the Dubai Autodrome. The dusty conditions … Read More

Hot News TV News

TV News: USA Motorsports Weekend TV Viewers/TV Ratings

Posted by AR1 staff January 31, 2026

Only one major motorsports event was in action this past weekend, and because the eastern part of the country was snowed in and watching TV, the Rolex 24 at Daytona … Read More

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Formula 1 News: Barcelona Test Week Cummulative Test times

Posted by AR1 staff January 30, 2026

The 2026 Formula 1 pre-season testing in Barcelona provided a tantalizing glimpse into the pecking order under the new regulations, with Ferrari and Mercedes emerging as early pacesetters amid a … Read More

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IndyCar News: Trump gets his way, IndyCar Freedom 250 announced for Washington DC

Posted by AR1 staff January 30, 2026

In a historic move, President Donald J. Trump has signed an executive order paving the way for the first-ever motor race on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The Freedom … Read More

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Formula 1 News: Hamilton’s Ferrari tops final day of Barcelona preseason testing

Posted by AR1 staff January 30, 2026

Lewis Hamilton produced the fastest lap time for Ferrari as F1 2026’s first week of testing drew to a close in Barcelona. The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya shimmered under the Spanish … Read More