Capture the Moment
Sep 30
by darren in The Feed 0 comments tags: Chevrolet, Nascar, SVG

SVG Grabs First NASCAR Oval Top 10

To call Shane van Gisbergen’s rookie season in the NASCAR Cup Series a steep learning curve on oval tracks would barely scratch the surface. But on Sunday at Kansas Speedway, the road course ace finally conquered a major milestone—and he did it the hard way. Before the green flag even dropped for the Hollywood Casino 400, van Gisbergen’s No. 88 Trackhouse Racing team was hit with a series of penalties following pre-race inspection. NASCAR cited unapproved adjustments, resulting in the ejection of crew chief Stephen Doran, the loss of pit stall selection, and a stop-and-go penalty after starting from the rear of the field. Despite the setback, the three-time Supercars champion mounted a remarkable comeback, clawing his way to his first-ever top-10 finish on an oval in the Cup Series. “It was difficult to start a lap down and have that penalty,” van Gisbergen said. “But Chais Eliason, our interim crew chief, did a great job.” SVG’s race began in chaos—serving the penalty on Lap 1 and falling two laps down during Stage 1. But the New Zealander stayed focused. A free pass on Lap 91 brought him back onto the lead lap, and from there, the charge was on. […]
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Sep 26
by darren in The Feed 0 comments tags: Logano, Nascar

NASCAR considering eliminating playoffs system

NASCAR Reconsiders Full-Season Format, Playoffs May Be Scrapped NASCAR is reportedly weighing a dramatic shift in its championship structure: eliminating the playoff format entirely and returning to a traditional 36-race full-season points system, according to The New York Times. This approach, last used in 2003, would mark a significant departure from the current model that emphasizes high-stakes elimination rounds. What began earlier this year as a fringe proposal has gained surprising momentum among some of the sport’s most influential decision-makers. When NASCAR’s Championship Format Committee convened in February, only one member advocated for scrapping the playoffs. By the latest meeting on September 17, that idea had garnered substantial support, with several prominent voices pushing for a return to the consistency-driven system. Still, not everyone is ready to abandon the playoff concept. Some committee members favor retaining a modified version, aiming to address long-standing criticisms while preserving the drama that playoffs bring. Proposed changes include adjusting how playoff points are awarded, increasing the value of race wins, and even reimagining the final championship round. One suggestion—a four-race finale—seeks to strike a balance between fairness and excitement. Track presidents have also weighed in, noting that fan engagement tends to spike during playoff […]
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Sep 22
by darren in The Feed 0 comments tags: EWC, SERT, YART

SERT Wins Bol d’Or as YART takes EWC Title

YART Clinches 2025 EWC Title in Heart-Stopping Bol d’Or Finale The 88th Bol d’Or at Circuit Paul Ricard delivered one of the most electrifying conclusions in FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC) history. In a race packed with drama and heartbreak, the Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Official Team seized the 2025 world title by a razor-thin margin—just one point—after BMW’s championship dreams went up in smoke with less than 30 minutes remaining. SERT Dominates, But Falls Just Short Yoshimura SERT Motul once again proved unbeatable at Paul Ricard, claiming a third consecutive Bol d’Or victory with clinical precision. Gregg Black, Etienne Masson, and Dan Linfoot were relentless from the start, with Black setting a new lap record in qualifying before the trio took command of the race. Even a stop/go penalty couldn’t derail their momentum. The Suzuki squad led at both the eight-hour and 16-hour marks, earning maximum bonus points and maintaining a two-lap lead to the finish. It marked SERT’s third win of the season—yet heartbreakingly, they missed out on the championship by a single point. BMW’s Title Bid Ends in Agony For much of the race, BMW Motorrad World Endurance Team looked poised to make history. Markus Reiterberger, Sylvain […]
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Sep 13
by darren in The Feed 0 comments tags: MotoGP, Pirelli

Pirelli’s MotoGP tyre test ahead of 2027 takeover

Pirelli will conduct its first MotoGP tyre test at Misano on Tuesday, 16 September, as preparations continue ahead of its entry into the championship in 2027. One of the key changes to MotoGP’s technical rule book for 2027 is the appointment of a new official tyre supplier. French manufacturer Michelin, which has been MotoGP’s exclusive tyre supplier since 2016, will hand over to Pirelli, which already produces tyres for Moto2, Moto3 and World Superbike Championship, in addition to Formula 1. The Milan-based brand will thus be responsible for all three categories of the world championship, a production challenge that has prompted a careful step-by-step approach in developing tyres to meet MotoGP standards. Since the announcement in early March, Pirelli has been working on developing a range of base tyres to begin development. Initially, a first test was planned at Aragon in early June, but the first on track running will instead take place at Misano, which is also staging the San Marino Grand Prix this weekend and MotoGP’s official test on Monday. Five test riders will be taking part in Pirelli’s first tyre test on Tuesday, each representing a different manufacturer. Those selected are Michele Pirro (Ducati), Lorenzo Savadori (Aprilia), Daniel Pedrosa (KTM), Takaaki Nakagami (Honda), […]
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Sep 11
by darren in The Feed 0 comments tags: McLaren, Norris, Piastri

Analysing McLaren and Piastri’s team order

McLaren’s decision to ask Oscar Piastri to relinquish second place to Lando Norris at the Italian Grand Prix has sparked debate—and not without reason. A slow pit stop for Norris allowed Piastri to jump ahead late in the race. McLaren then instructed Piastri to let Norris back through, a move the championship leader clearly didn’t appreciate but ultimately obeyed. The team cited last year’s Hungarian Grand Prix as precedent, but the comparison doesn’t quite hold. In Hungary, the undercut was so potent that Norris was guaranteed to leapfrog Piastri by pitting two laps earlier under pressure from behind. At Monza, however, the undercut wasn’t nearly as effective. Norris would have retained position if not for the botched stop. As Piastri rightly pointed out, sometimes a slow pit stop is just part of racing. This call from McLaren felt unnecessary—and worse, it feeds into the narrative of favoritism toward Norris. While McLaren has generally navigated intra-team dynamics well, this intervention seemed excessive. Not every twist of racing fortune needs to be corrected. Had Piastri gained the position purely through strategy, the team might have had a stronger case. But the slow stop was the decisive factor, and that’s racing. Piastri’s compliance […]
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Sep 05
by darren in The Feed 0 comments tags: MotoGP, Steiner, Tech3

Guenther Steiner leads acquisition of Tech3 team

Red Bull KTM Tech3 is poised to enter a transformative new era, as a consortium led by a prominent motorsport figure secures full ownership of the MotoGP outfit—including its Moto3™ operations. This strategic shift will take full effect in 2026, marking a significant milestone in the team’s evolution. Under the new leadership structure, Guenther Steiner will take the helm as CEO, while project partner Richard Coleman steps into the role of Team Principal. Founder and current Team Principal Hervé Poncharal will continue to guide Tech3 through the ongoing season before transitioning into a consultancy role. In this capacity, Poncharal will focus on mentoring emerging talent and sharing his decades of invaluable MotoGP experience. Despite the ownership change, the team will retain its identity as Tech3, continue racing with KTM machinery under existing agreements, and remain headquartered in its long-standing base in Bormes-les-Mimosas, France. Steiner, renowned for his candid leadership as the founding Team Principal of the Haas F1 Team, began his motorsport journey in rally engineering. Over the past four decades, he has held senior positions at Jaguar Racing and Red Bull Racing, building a reputation as one of the sport’s most seasoned figures. Coleman brings over ten years of […]
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Aug 16
by darren in The Feed 0 comments tags: MotoGP

Casey Stoner Sounds the Alarm Over MotoGP’s Future

Two-time MotoGP world champion Casey Stoner has voiced serious concerns about the direction of grand prix motorcycle racing, warning that the series’ upcoming 2027 regulations may not only fail to improve safety and spectacle—but could actually make the sport more dangerous. A key component of MotoGP’s planned overhaul is the shift to lighter, 850cc machines. But Stoner, speaking at the Austrian Grand Prix, argued that the changes miss the mark. He’s long been critical of the increasing reliance on electronic rider aids, which he believes create a false sense of security and encourage riders to push beyond safe limits. Stoner’s latest critique came as MotoGP unveiled new control software aimed at reducing slides and wheelspin—technology that Dorna, the sport’s commercial rights holder, claims will enhance safety by preventing highside crashes like the one Pecco Bagnaia suffered at the 2023 Catalan GP. But Stoner isn’t convinced. “You can twist the throttle with nearly 300bhp and nothing happens,” he said. “These are the best riders in the world, riding the easiest bikes to ride. That’s not something I’m interested in.” He recalled his own frustrations from 2012, when electronic interference began to erode the raw connection between rider and machine. “I didn’t […]
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Aug 11
by darren in Crash 0 comments tags: BSB, Honda Racing, Irwin

Andrew Irwin Air Launch to Orbit at Brands Hatch

Andrew Irwin walked away from this massive highside at Brands Hatch during Round 5 of the 2025 British Superbikes Series. In the final race of the weekend at Brands Hatch, Andrew Irwin suffered a huge crash that destroyed his Honda Racing UK machine.“I was a little bit stiff after the crash at Brands Hatch but it was fine,” Irwin said. “I was more annoyed that we were in such a good position after a strong weekend, and a small mistake had such a big price that destroyed the bike.
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Aug 10
by darren in Crash 0 comments tags: Infinity, Nascar, Zilisch

Zilisch and SVG Come Together Battling for Watkins Glen Win

Battling for the victory at the 2025 Mission 200 at Watkins Glen International, JR Motorsports teammates Connor Zilisch and Shane Van Gisbergen came together, resulting in a hard crash for SVG, driver of the No. 9 Kubota Chevrolet.
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Aug 10
by darren in The Feed 0 comments tags: Nascar, van Gisbergen, Xfinity

Van Gisbergen suffers violent Watkins Glen crash while leading

Shane van Gisbergen’s hopes of another NASCAR Xfinity Series win at Watkins Glen were dashed when contact from his JR Motorsports teammate Connor Zilisch sent him into the wall. Van Gisbergen was leading the race with 18 laps to go when Zilisch in the #88 Chevrolet Camaro went around the outside of the #9 at the penultimate turn. Zilisch ran wide and upon returning to the traditional racing line, the left front of his car clipped the right rear of van Gisbergen’s and sent him spinning. The Kubota-backed car made heavy contact with the outside SAFER barrier and ended his day early. “I’m okay. Car’s not,” van Gisbergen radioed. “Not ideal. I’m pretty gutted really,” said van Gisbergen after being released from the infield care centre. “Gutted for the JR Motorsports guys. Our car wasn’t great, but we still managed to get ourselves in a good position. “Looked great. Kubota had some cool guests here. But yeah, pretty average way to end it. “I haven’t seen it yet. I’ll watch it later and work it out, but I don’t know yet.” Prior to the crash, van Gisbergen had been playing defence. The Kiwi had been struggling with an overall lack […]
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