Spa‑Francorchamps (Sunday, July 27, 2025) Pos Driver Team Time / Gap 1 Oscar Piastri McLaren‑Mercedes 1:25:22.601 (+25 pts) 2 Lando Norris McLaren‑Mercedes +3.415 s (+18 pts) 3 Charles Leclerc Ferrari +20.185 s (+15 pts) 4 Max Verstappen Red Bull +21.731 s (+12 pts) 5 George Russell Mercedes +34.863 s (+10 pts) 6 Alex Albon Williams +39.926 s (+8 pts) 7 Lewis Hamilton Ferrari +40.679 s (+6 pts) 8 Liam Lawson Racing Bulls +52.033 s (+4 pts) 9 Gabriel Bortoleto Sauber...

Sprint Race (Spa, 14 laps) – Saturday Morning Winner: Max Verstappen (Red Bull) – 36:37.647 2nd: Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – +0.753 s 3rd: Lando Norris (McLaren) – +1.414 s 4th: Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) – +10.176 s Other points: Esteban Ocon (Haas), Carlos Sainz (Williams), Oliver Bearman (Haas), Isack Hadjar (Racing Bulls)  Analysis Verstappen overtook Piastri at Les Combes on the opening lap and executed a masterclass in defence, resisting...

FP1 – Friday Practice Highlights Top 3: Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – fastest time by ~0.4s Max Verstappen (Red Bull) – ~0.4s behind Lando Norris (McLaren) – ~0.5s behind  Analysis: Piastri displayed immediate dominance, mastering Spa’s infamous high-speed sections despite limited running. Verstappen showed strong pace but lacked edge over McLaren. Norris looked steady but slightly off the ultimate lap pace. Notable Moment: Isack Hadjar...

Lando Norris enroute to chequered flag Final Race Results (Top 10) Position Driver Team Gap/Notes 1 Lando Norris McLaren-Mercedes 1:30:690 2 Oscar Piastri McLaren-Mercedes +6.812 s (±10 s time penalty) 3 Nico Hülkenberg Sauber-Ferrari +34.742 s — maiden podium 4 Lewis Hamilton Ferrari +39.812 s 5 Max Verstappen Red Bull-RBPT +56.781 s 6 Pierre Gasly Alpine +59.857 s 7 Lance Stroll Aston Martin +60.603 s 8 Alex Albon Williams +64.135 s 9 Fernando...

FP3 – Saturday Morning Top 5 Times Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) – 1:25.498 Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – +0.068 Max Verstappen (Red Bull) – +0.087 Lando Norris (McLaren) – +0.108 Yuki Tsunoda (Red Bull) – +0.606  Session Dynamics: Ferrari led the way with Leclerc topping the leaderboards, showcasing strong long- and short-run pace under cooler, gusty skies  Two late red flags interrupted: debris cleanup after Bearman’s incident and...

Pedal Power vs. Throttle—Who Endures More on the Road to Glory? Both bicycle racing and motorbike racing test the limits of human endurance. But they do so in very different ways. One relies solely on muscle and lungs, the other on machine handling and high-speed control. The question is: which demands more endurance from the rider? Let’s explore the physical, mental, and environmental challenges of each. The Brutal Demands of Bicycle Racing  1. 100% Human-Powered...

Two Wheels or Four—Who Truly Feels the Burn? Both motorbike and car racing are high-speed, high-risk, and high-stakes. But when it comes to endurance, the question is deeper than just distance or speed. Which discipline pushes the human body and mind further? Let’s break down the differences in physical effort, mental strain, and race conditions to discover which truly demands more from its riders or drivers. Endurance in Motorbike Racing 1. Physical Strain on the Rider Motorbike...

One Powered by Muscle. The Other by Machine. But Which Tests the Human More? At first glance, the comparison seems unfair. A bicycle is human-powered; a racecar is an engineering beast. But endurance isn't just about speed—it’s about physical stamina, mental toughness, and the ability to perform under relentless pressure. So, in a side-by-side look, which race demands more endurance: bike or car?Let’s break it down. What Is “Endurance” in Racing? Endurance...

Speed Has No Gender—Only Courage, Skill, and Grit For decades, motorsports were seen as a man’s game. But over the years, a growing number of bold, talented, and fearless women have pushed through barriers—on the track, in the pit lane, and in the record books. This is the story of how women in car racing have fought for the right to compete, earned their respect, and are now shaping the future of the sport. I. A History of Trailblazers 1. Maria Teresa de Filippis 🇮🇹...

FP1 Highlights – Friday Morning Top 5 Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) – 1:26.892  Lando Norris (McLaren) – +0.023 Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – +0.150 Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) – +0.203 George Russell (Mercedes) – +0.271 Analysis: Hamilton opened his Silverstone weekend with a strong lap, beating his McLaren rivals by a narrow margin. Both Ferraris and McLarens appeared evenly matched on the soft rubber—verging on full qualifying...

Fuel & Grit – Episode 4: “Ghost Lap” Scene 1: Welcome to Dakar The invitation is golden: The Dakar Velocity Trials, an international showdown for rising stars in motorsport. Nia arrives in Senegal — sand, sun, and sound everywhere. Dakar’s coastal streets roar with modified cars and global talent. The world is watching. Cam (text message):“Don’t let the pressure change your rhythm. Race like it’s still just you and the road.” Scene...

At first glance, comparing a professional cyclist to a racecar driver seems unfair. One pushes their body to the limit, the other controls a machine. But look closer, and you'll see two sports that demand extreme skill, razor-sharp focus, and world-class fitness — just in different forms. Cycling: The Battle of the Body Cyclists are human engines. In races like the Tour de France, riders burn 6,000–8,000 calories a day, climb mountains, fight wind resistance, and maintain top...