Alonso praises FIA race direction for “good timing” in recent rounds
Formula 1
Aston Martin driver Fernando Alonso praised the FIA for how it avoided potentially dangerous situations at the last two race weekends.
Track changes, car changes, same winner? Six Singapore GP talking points
Formula 1
Will a modified layout change the complexion of the Marina Bay circuit? These are the talking points for the Singapore Grand Prix.
Classic F1 car runs “even more fun” using sustainable fuels – Vettel
RaceFans Round-up
In the round-up: Aston Martin won’t sacrifice ’23 – Horner • Sustainable fuels “more fun” – Vettel • Winning Indy 500 “big goal” for Palou
Winning top rookie despite missing five races was a “tough ask” – Armstrong
IndyCar
Marcus Armstrong says consistent points-scoring was key to winning IndyCar’s Rookie of the Year title despite missing five of the 17 rounds.
Verstappen and Red Bull are better than all rivals in every single area – Alonso
Formula 1
Two times world champion at Fernando Alonso believes there isn’t a team on the grid who has matched Red Bull in any competitive element so far this year.
Exclusive: Sargeant on why he must drive “on a knife’s edge” to earn a second season
Interview
Speaking exclusively to RaceFans, Logan Sargeant discusses his challenges as a rookie and why he’s hopeful of remaining on the 2024 grid.
Mercedes ‘slipped on simple things’ by “overanalysing” – Russell
RaceFans Round-up
In the round-up: Mercedes ‘slipped up on simple things’ – Russell • Singapore changes could suit Williams • Antonelli extends FREC lead
Dixon emerges through carnage to win Laguna Seca finale
IndyCar
After eight safety car interventions, Scott Dixon overcame an early penalty to win the IndyCar season finale at Laguna Seca.
IndyCar to hold $1million pre-season exhibition race at Thermal Club
IndyCar
IndyCar will stage a non-championship race at the Thermal Club before next season, with a $1 million (£800,000) prize for its winner.
Who should Red Bull run in their second F1 team in 2024?
Debates and Polls
Which two drivers should Red Bull run in their junior F1 team currently known as AlphaTauri in 2024? Have your say in this week’s poll.
Toyota survives chaotic start for one-two win at home
WEC Hypercar
Toyota survived a messy start to the Six Hours of Fuji to chase down Porsche Penske and take a home one-two finish in Japan.
Rosenqvist takes last-second pole in final IndyCar start for McLaren
IndyCar
Days after announcing his move from McLaren to Meyer Shank, Felix Rosenqvist will start on pole position for the Grand Prix of Monterey.
Hamilton apology shows his ‘qualities as a competitor and person’ – Stella
RaceFans Round-up
In the round-up: Hamilton apology shows his ‘qualities’ • F1, FIA given until “mid-October” for Massa response • Point on merit “important” for Alfa Romeo
GPDA director Russell on the three areas that most concern F1’s drivers
Interview
Mercedes driver and Grand Prix Drivers Association director George Russell says the current field of 20 F1 drivers are “very united”.
Caption Competition 222: Binotto’s back
Caption Competition
What did Mattia Binotto want to show Frederic Vasseur on his phone? Can you come up with the best caption for this image?
Kobayashi leads all-Toyota front row in Fuji qualifying
WEC Hypercar
Toyota took a home pole for the Six Hours of Fuji thanks to Kamui Kobayashi in the number seven ahead of its sister car.
Gasly wants “more rounded package” from Alpine for ’24
RaceFans Round-up
In the round-up: Gasly wants “more rounded package” from Alpine• Toyota fastest in Fuji practice • Lotterer retires from single-seater racing
Malukas takes the McLaren seat Palou turned down in multi-year deal
IndyCar
David Malukas has signed a multi-year contract to race for McLaren, taking over the seat Alex Palou turned down.
Marko apologises for “offensive remark” about Perez on Red Bull TV channel
Formula 1
Red Bull motorsport advisor Dr Helmut Marko has apologised for an “offensive” comment made about driver Sergio Perez earlier this week.
Verstappen exclusive: “My sister probably had the same amount of talent as me”
Interview
Speaking exclusively to RaceFans, Max Verstappen describes the sacrifices he made to reach F1 and his sister’s potential as a racing driver.