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Lewis Hamilton back to his best: Mercedes chief warns Ferrari

Lewis Hamilton is showing signs of a powerful resurgence in Formula 1, with a key rival acknowledging that the seven-time world champion has returned to peak form. After a challenging start to his 2025 season at Ferrari, Hamilton secured his first podium finish at the Chinese Grand Prix, signaling a shift in momentum for the 41-year-old driver.

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Denny Hamlin slams NASCAR’s appeal process: ‘it’s not a fair fight

Denny Hamlin has publicly slammed NASCAR’s appeal process as “not a fair fight” following the hefty penalty handed to Ryan Preece after his clash with Ty Gibbs at Texas Motor Speedway. Preece, driving for RFK Racing, was slapped with a $50,000 fine and docked 25 championship points for allegedly intentionally wrecking Gibbs. The penalty triggered an immediate appeal from RFK Racing, setting the stage for a contentious showdown over NASCAR’s disciplinary methods.

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NASCAR insider stokes speculation: Could Corey Day replace Alex Bowman?

Corey Day is emerging as a serious contender to replace Alex Bowman in Hendrick Motorsports’ coveted #48 Chevrolet for the 2027 NASCAR season, according to insider Freddie Kraft. On the “Door Bumper Clear” podcast, Kraft revealed that discussions are intensifying within the HMS garage about fast-tracking Day into the Cup Series seat, possibly as soon as next year. Day, currently competing full-time in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series (NOAPS), has caught the attention of team decision-makers

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Scott McLaughlin claps back at Bubba Wallace’s crash jokes

Scott McLaughlin fired back at Bubba Wallace’s ongoing jabs over his 2025 Indianapolis 500 crash as the Indy 500 practice kicked off on May 12. The Team Penske driver, who was sidelined from the iconic race before it even began last year due to a brutal crash, has become the subject of good-natured ribbing from Wallace, his close friend and 23XI Racing teammate. Wallace’s sarcastic remarks have kept the incident alive in their banter, but McLaughlin showed he’s more than capable of returning fir

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Katherine Legge makes history with ‘the double’ at Indy 500 and Coca-Cola 600

Katherine Legge is set to make history by attempting the grueling “Double” on Memorial Day weekend, tackling both the Indianapolis 500 and the Coca-Cola 600 on May 24. The British racer will pilot the No. 11 Chevrolet for HMD Motorsports with AJ Foyt Racing in her fifth Indy 500 start at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway. She’ll then jump into the No. 78 Chevrolet for Live Fast Motorsports to compete in the 67th running of NASCAR’s Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway—all in the same d

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George Russell faces career crisis ahead of Canadian GP showdown

George Russell faces a pivotal moment at the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix, where a win has become imperative to halt the momentum of his teenage Mercedes teammate, Kimi Antonelli. After dominating early in the season and clinching victory in Australia, Russell’s grip on the championship lead has slipped dramatically. Antonelli, just 19, has surged ahead with record-breaking performances, now holding a 20-point advantage over the 28-year-old Brit as the sport reaches its fifth round at Circuit Gilles

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Aston Martin faces scrutiny after miami GP: No upgrades amid struggles

Aston Martin’s decision to roll into the Miami Grand Prix without any aerodynamic upgrades sent shockwaves through the Formula 1 paddock. While rivals like Ferrari unveiled 11 new parts and both McLaren and Red Bull debuted seven each, the Silverstone-based team stood still, still rooted at the bottom of the constructors’ championship after four rounds without a single point. This stark absence of development raised eyebrows, but team principal Mike Krack offered a clear rationale behind the bol

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IndyCar revises full course yellow rules after Rossi’s crash

IndyCar has announced a revision to its Full Course Yellow (FCY) procedures following the controversial incident involving Alexander Rossi at the Sonsio Grand Prix. The change aims to address safety concerns and clarify protocol after the race event highlighted potential gaps in the current FCY rules.

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Lando Norris reveals drivers’ frustrations over F1’s new rules

Lando Norris laid bare the harsh reality behind Formula 1’s rulemaking: drivers have limited influence because “it’s a business.” Speaking ahead of the Miami Grand Prix, the McLaren star condemned the current 50:50 power split between internal combustion engines and electric deployment as fundamentally flawed. The hybrid formula, pushed hard by manufacturers in 2022, has sparked widespread frustration among drivers and fans alike, who see the artificial electrical boosts skewing pure racing skil

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Jack Miller faces tough MotoGP decision: Racing or testing in 2027?

Jack Miller’s future in MotoGP hangs in the balance as he prioritizes racing over a testing role for the 2027 season, a decision that could force him out of the premier class. The Pramac Yamaha rider, recently confirmed for Yamaha’s Suzuka 8 Hours lineup for the second consecutive year, faces a challenging path to secure a MotoGP seat amid a tightening manufacturer market and stiff internal competition.

https://sportsracingnews.com/motogp/jack-miller-faces-tough-motogp-decision-racing-or-testing-in-2027/