Marko on Verstappen’s exit clause, no replacement for cancelled F2 race and more · RaceFans | Motorsport
Welcome to Friday’s edition of the RaceFans round-up. Happy birthday! Happy birthday to d_omin! On this day in motorsport Vettel passed Webber to win in Sepang today in 2010 – without any ‘multi 21’ instructions… Advert | Become a RaceFans supporter and go ad-free read more www.racefans.net
Lewis Hamilton says he has ‘100% faith’ in Ferrari after disqualification | Motorsport
Lewis Hamilton has expressed his total confidence in Ferrari after the Italian Formula 1 team’s double disqualification in China. The cars of seven-time world champion Hamilton and teammate Charles Leclerc failed post-race technical checks at the second round of the season in Shanghai after they finished sixth and fifth respectively. “I saw someone said something about whether I’m losing faith……
Two other drivers Red Bull dropped on Lawson’s exit · RaceFans | Motorsport
Two of Liam Lawson’s rivals on the grid have first-hand experience of getting the boot from Red Bull. Alexander Albon, who spent a year and a half at the team before being replaced, said Red Bull’s decision to drop Lawson after just two rounds was “tough on Liam.” Lawson failed to score in either of his first two grands prix…
Red Bull made it clear to Tsunoda “the main priority is Max” · F1· RaceFans | Motorsport
Red Bull has made sure Yuki Tsunoda has no doubts over their priority after he became the team’s latest driver. Tsunoda will team up with Max Verstappen, who lies second in the drivers’ championship after the opening two rounds. Red Bull’s motorsport consultant Helmut Marko said this week they need him to “support Max strategy-wise,” which Tsunoda acknowledged today. The…
Charles Leclerc says Ferrari is not panicking after tough season start | Motorsport
Charles Leclerc said Ferrari were not panicking yet despite managing to accumulate only 17 championship points in the first two races of a season in which they were touted as title challengers. Leclerc and teammate Lewis Hamilton were eighth and 10th in the season-opener in Australia and finished fifth and sixth in China two weeks ago before both cars were…
Infosys, Formula E Launch AI-Powered Stats Centre to Boost Fan Engagement
Infosys, along with ABB FIA Formula E World, has introduced the Formula E Stats Centre as an AI-driven analytics platform, Formula E Stats Centre, which delivers dynamic performance analytics. This allows fans to track their favourite teams and drivers across seasons. Powered by Infosys Topaz, a generative AI-first solution, the platform offers real-time race insights, interactive statistics and AI-generated summaries….
Formula E enhances fan engagement with new Stats Centre | News
Formula E, in collaboration with Infosys, has launched the Formula E Stats Centre. It’s an AI-first offering using generative AI technologies and delivers advanced, data-driven insights and immersive experiences. The Stats Centre will provide fans with interactive access to the performances of drivers and teams, their key milestones and key stats and insights. It showcasing the stats of drivers and…
How Maserati’s responded to its Formula E takeover collapse
The Maserati MSG Formula E team is regrouping with a bullish internal and external message of “business as usual” following the collapse of its takeover plans, according to its team principal Cyril Blais. The team was forced into a precarious position last month when a deal for it to be purchased fell through. Maserati MSG subsequently moved into the hands…
Infosys and Formula E Launch AI-Powered Stats Center to Boost Fan Engagement
Leveraging Infosys Topaz, the Stats Center offers interactive and immersive stories based on driver and team stats across seasons BENGALURU, India, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, today announced the launch of the Formula E Stats Center, developed in partnership with the ABB FIA Formula E World…
Maserati in Formula E: is it already over?
End of November 2024, Maserati confirms multi-year commitment to Formula EThis is a clear sign of the company’s determination to strengthen its position in electrification and competition. This commitment will continue until the introduction of the GEN4 generation of single-seaters in 2026/2027 and beyond, until 2030, was announced by the Italian brand. However, a well-informed source told us that Maserati’s…
Will Tsunoda grab his career-making Red Bull chance? Five Japanese GP talking points · RaceFans | Motorsport
The stakes are sky-high for Yuki Tsunoda as he takes his chance to drive for Red Bull on home ground and potentially secure his future in Formula 1. Here are the talking points for the Japanese Grand Prix. Next into the lion’s den Even by Red Bull’s standards, booting Liam Lawson out after just two rounds was a brutal call….
Infosys Launches AI-Powered Formula E Stats Platform for Fan Analytics
Leveraging Infosys Topaz, the Stats Center offers interactive and immersive stories based on driver and team stats across seasons BENGALURU, India, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, today announced the launch of the Formula E Stats Center, developed in partnership with the ABB FIA Formula E World…
How to watch 2025 F1 Japanese Grand Prix: ESPN+ schedule | Motorsport
This weekend, the 2025 Formula 1 season heads to the Suzuka Circuit for the Japanese Grand Prix. Max Verstappen won last year’s race, finishing ahead of Sergio Pérez in second place and Carlos Sainz in third. Here are key facts on the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix. How can I watch the Japanese Grand Prix? (All times Eastern) Thursday 10:25 p.m….
Can growth-minded IndyCar afford to return to Thermal? | Motorsport
In front of a backdrop of eight-figure mansions, IndyCar held its first championship event at The Thermal Club last month. Penske Entertainment: Chris Owens There weren’t many fans who turned up to see it happen. The size of the TV audience for the two-hour contest was disappointing. And a long stretch of the broadcast was lost when, while broiling in 90-degree…
File counter in Formula E race case: Telangana high court to ACB | Hyderabad News
Hyderabad: Justice K Lakshman of the Telangana high court on Tuesday directed ACB, probing the Formula E Race case, to file its counter to a petition filed by former municipal minister KT Rama Rao, who was named as accused number one in the FIR seeking assistance of his counsel during his interrogation by police.Earlier, ACB had questioned him and recorded…
F1 turns Las Vegas GP paddock into “fan experience” with kart track in pits · RaceFans | Motorsport
Formula 1 has turned its Las Vegas Grand Prix paddock into an “immersive fan experience” which will open to the public next month. Jenson Button and Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali attended a preview event at the Grand Prix Plaza on Friday. A key attraction of the facility is F1 Drive, a karting circuit which incorporates sections of the Las…
Japan GP Red Bull to race with one off white livery in Honda tribute | Motorsport
Laurence EdmondsonApr 1, 2025, 03:37 AM ET Close • Joined ESPN in 2009• An FIA accredited F1 journalist since 2011 Red Bull will race with a one-off white livery at this weekend’s Japanese Grand Prix to pay tribute to engine partner Honda. Sunday’s race at Suzuka will be the last for a Honda-powered Red Bull in Japan as the team and engine…
Doohan to miss first practice at Suzuka as Hirakawa makes home debut for Alpine · RaceFans | Motorsport
Jack Doohan will not take part in the first practice session for the Japanese Grand Prix. Alpine has confirmed Ryo Hirakawa will take part in the session in his home event at Suzuka. The team signed the two-times World Endurance Champion in January as a test and reserve driver. It announced at the time he would participate in a practice…
Aston Martin will be in F1 for decades despite team stake sale, says Lawrence Stroll | Motorsport
Mar 31, 2025, 01:47 PM ET The Aston Martin brand will be in F1 for decades to come, team owner Lawrence Stroll said Monday after the sportscar maker announced the sale of its stake in the Silverstone-based outfit. Aston Martin AML.L said it is raising more than £125 million ($161.9 million) through funding from Stroll, its chairman, and the sale…
Vowles reveals reality behind Drive to Survive portrayal of Sainz talks· RaceFans | Motorsport
Williams team principal James Vowles has explained how his attempts to sign Carlos Sainz Jnr last year differed from its portrayal in Drive to Survive. Vowles’ efforts to court Sainz are highlighted in the fourth episode of the latest season, which premiered earlier this month. The episode shows Vowles vying for Sainz’s signature alongside competing bids from Sauber and Alpine….