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Britain's Youngest F1 Driver Makes History at 18
Community Heroes2d ago

Britain's Youngest F1 Driver Makes History at 18

Arvid Lindblad, 18, becomes Britain's youngest Formula 1 driver and the first British racer with Indian heritage to compete at motorsport's highest level. The Racing Bulls driver credits his multicultural background and hardworking family for shaping his remarkable journey from go-karts at age five to the F1 grid. ##

BBC Sport3 min read
Brawn GP Won F1 Title After Buying Team for One Pound
Sports6d ago

Brawn GP Won F1 Title After Buying Team for One Pound

A racing team left for dead became world champions in their debut season. These are Formula One's greatest underdog stories that prove anything is possible.

Google: formula one victory2 min read
Ice Racing: The $200 Winter Thrill Anyone Can Try
SportsFeb 19

Ice Racing: The $200 Winter Thrill Anyone Can Try

Forget expensive motorsports. Ice racing lets everyday drivers experience the pure joy of sideways driving for the cost of winter tires and weekend mornings on frozen lakes.

Ars Technica2 min read
Paralyzed Motocross Rider Becomes Australia's First Para-Drifter
VideosFeb 19

Paralyzed Motocross Rider Becomes Australia's First Para-Drifter

After a 2018 motocross crash left Christina Vithoulkas paralyzed from the chest down, she faced a choice: give up extreme sports or find a new way to chase the thrill. Two years later, she discovered drifting and became Australia's first female para-drifter.

SBS Australia3 min read
Tyler Reddick Wins 2026 Daytona 500 for Michael Jordan
SportsFeb 17

Tyler Reddick Wins 2026 Daytona 500 for Michael Jordan

Tyler Reddick crossed the finish line first at NASCAR's biggest race, giving team owner Michael Jordan his first Daytona 500 victory. The thrilling win came down to the final lap, with Jordan comparing the feeling to winning an NBA championship.

Google News - Underdog Wins2 min read
Michael Jordan's Racing Team Wins the Daytona 500
SportsFeb 16

Michael Jordan's Racing Team Wins the Daytona 500

NBA legend Michael Jordan just celebrated his first Daytona 500 victory as a team owner, with driver Tyler Reddick taking the checkered flag at NASCAR's biggest race. The win marks a historic milestone for 23XI Racing, the team Jordan co-founded just five years ago.

Google: championship win celebration2 min read
Michael Jordan Wins First Daytona 500 as Team Owner
SportsFeb 16

Michael Jordan Wins First Daytona 500 as Team Owner

NBA legend Michael Jordan celebrated his 63rd birthday weekend with his first Daytona 500 victory as co-owner of 23XI Racing. Driver Tyler Reddick delivered the win in a dramatic final lap that brought together sports icons, courtroom allies, and pure racing excitement.

ESPN2 min read
NASCAR Star Returns to Lucky 97 to Honor Late Mom
Community HeroesFeb 14

NASCAR Star Returns to Lucky 97 to Honor Late Mom

Shane van Gisbergen will race the Daytona 500 with his iconic number 97, a tribute to his late mother and a family tradition spanning decades. The Kiwi driver secured a strong starting position after overcoming early struggles.

Stuff NZ3 min read
New Zealand Motorcycle Festival Draws Record Crowds
SportsFeb 13

New Zealand Motorcycle Festival Draws Record Crowds

The Burt Munro Challenge just wrapped its biggest year yet, with record crowds flooding Invercargill's streets for five days of motorcycle racing. Next year's 20th anniversary event will coincide with the Southland Motorcycle Club's 100th birthday, making 2027 extra special.

Google News - New Zealand Success2 min read
Jamaica Racing Champ Uses Win to Fight Street Racing
Community HeroesFeb 7

Jamaica Racing Champ Uses Win to Fight Street Racing

Kyle Mais just won Jamaica's top racing title, and he's using his platform to save lives on the island's deadly streets. His message: speed belongs on the track, not where families drive.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
18-Year-Old Ugo Ugochukwu Wins Formula Racing Title
SportsFeb 3

18-Year-Old Ugo Ugochukwu Wins Formula Racing Title

Nigerian-American racer Ugo Ugochukwu just claimed his first major championship at 18, proving that setbacks can't stop momentum. The young driver dominated the Formula Regional Oceania Trophy with remarkable consistency, setting up an exciting next chapter in his racing career.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
Kiwi Driver Mitch Evans Claims 15th Formula E Win in Miami
SportsFeb 1

Kiwi Driver Mitch Evans Claims 15th Formula E Win in Miami

New Zealand racing driver Mitch Evans battled through wet Miami streets to capture his 15th Formula E victory, climbing from ninth on the grid to first in a stunning display of skill. Fellow Kiwi Nick Cassidy kept his championship lead despite finishing 16th.

Stuff NZ2 min read
Ford Returns to Formula 1 After 21 Years with Red Bull
InnovationJan 31

Ford Returns to Formula 1 After 21 Years with Red Bull

Ford is making a comeback to Formula 1 in 2026, partnering with Red Bull Racing and four-time world champion Max Verstappen. The legendary automaker, which powered 176 Grand Prix victories and 13 world championships across 37 years, will bring its engineering prowess back to motorsport's biggest stage.

Google: formula one victory2 min read
Japan's Iwasa Eyes F1 After Super Formula Title Win
SportsJan 27

Japan's Iwasa Eyes F1 After Super Formula Title Win

At just 24, Ayumu Iwasa became Super Formula's youngest champion in decades, proving he has the speed and skill for Formula One. Despite being passed over for 2026, he's doubling down on his dream with Red Bull watching closely.

Japan Times3 min read
F1's 2026 Era Kicks Off with Red Bull's Historic Engine Run
SportsJan 26

F1's 2026 Era Kicks Off with Red Bull's Historic Engine Run

Formula 1's revolutionary 2026 season took its first laps in Barcelona as seven teams tested brand-new cars and engines behind closed doors. Red Bull completed over 100 laps with their first-ever in-house engine, marking a triumphant debut for motorsport's most ambitious technical shake-up in decades.

Sky Sports2 min read
24-Year-Old Solberg Becomes Youngest Monte-Carlo Winner Ever
SportsJan 26

24-Year-Old Solberg Becomes Youngest Monte-Carlo Winner Ever

Oliver Solberg just made rally racing history, becoming the youngest driver to win the legendary Monte-Carlo rally in the modern championship era. The Swedish driver survived icy roads and a heart-stopping spin to claim his first victory at just 24 years old.

Google News - Historic Victory2 min read
Team Penske Wins Historic Third Straight Rolex 24 at Daytona
SportsJan 25

Team Penske Wins Historic Third Straight Rolex 24 at Daytona

Roger Penske's team made history by winning their third consecutive Rolex 24 at Daytona, with Brazilian driver Felipe Nasr delivering a masterful performance in front of record crowds. The thrilling finish came down to the final 25 minutes of the grueling 24-hour endurance race.

Japan Today3 min read
Team Penske Wins Third Straight Rolex 24 at Daytona
SportsJan 25

Team Penske Wins Third Straight Rolex 24 at Daytona

Roger Penske's racing team just made history by winning the prestigious Rolex 24 at Daytona for the third consecutive year, joining elite company in American motorsports. The 88-year-old team owner celebrated his 60th anniversary season with a thrilling victory that came down to the final minutes.

ESPN2 min read
Oliver Solberg, 24, Wins Monte Carlo Rally as Youngest Ever
SportsJan 25

Oliver Solberg, 24, Wins Monte Carlo Rally as Youngest Ever

Swedish driver Oliver Solberg just became the youngest winner in Monte Carlo Rally history at age 24, leading Toyota to a clean sweep of the podium. The son of a world champion conquered one of motorsport's toughest challenges in his first rally on pavement.

Google News - Historic Victory2 min read
Rally Spectators Push Kiwi Driver Back Into WRC Race
Acts of KindnessJan 25

Rally Spectators Push Kiwi Driver Back Into WRC Race

When rally driver Hayden Paddon slid off an icy road in Monaco, a group of young spectators rushed to help push his Hyundai back onto the track. The moment of teamwork captured the spirit of motorsport community at its finest.

Stuff NZ2 min read

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