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F1 title fight is increasingly focused on McLaren but Verstappen still hopeful

Ahead of Sunday's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix , this Formula 1 season is looking like McLaren vs. McLaren. Still, defending champion Max Verstappen of Red Bull says he hasn't lost hope.

Apr 18, 2025 12:11 PM Read more >

IndyCar will allow replacement drivers during Indy 500 as Kyle Larson again chases 'The Double'

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — IndyCar announced Wednesday the parameters for the use of a replacement driver for next month's Indianapolis 500, where NASCAR star Kyle Larson will once again attempt to complete the “Double” by running the entire IndyCar race an

Apr 17, 2025 2:06 PM Read more >

Max Verstappen says he's 'relaxed' despite speculation about his Formula 1 future

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen said he feels “very relaxed” amid speculation about his future with Red Bull, though he acknowledged on Thursday there is frustration within the team.

Apr 17, 2025 10:42 AM Read more >

Rob Gronkowski taking on entertainment role in 'Snake Pit' during first Indianapolis 500 next month

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Rob Gronkowski will have an entertainment role for his first Indianapolis 500 next month, serving as the grand marshal for the “Snake Pit,” the infield party that takes place during “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.

Apr 16, 2025 1:10 PM Read more >

Concerns mount at Red Bull after Verstappen's 'catastrophe' as F1 heads to Saudi Arabia

Max Verstappen and Red Bull are one of Formula 1's all-time most successful partnerships. But a disastrous race has raised concerns Verstappen could consider a move elsewhere.

Apr 15, 2025 4:46 AM Read more >

Kyle Larson and Denny Hamlin renew rivalry at Bristol with their seventh 1-2 finish

A second consecutive victory at Bristol Motor Speedway was especially sweet for Kyle Larson, and one reason loomed large in his rearview mirror.

Apr 14, 2025 10:09 AM Read more >

Norris feels 'nowhere near' his best as Formula 1 title contest heats up inside McLaren

Lando Norris may be top of the F1 standings but he feels like he's driving “nowhere near” his best and can't work out why.

Apr 13, 2025 11:16 PM Read more >

Kyle Larson dominates and claims an emotional Cup victory at Bristol Motor Speedway

With added motivation to honor a late friend, Kyle Larson seemed to have an extra gear Sunday at Bristol Motor Speedway. The Hendrick Motorsports star led 411 of 500 laps in a victory that was dominant as it was emotional.

Apr 13, 2025 5:47 PM Read more >

Palou finally loses as IndyCar champ's 2-race winning streak snapped by Kirkwood in Long Beach

LONG BEACH, Calif. (AP) — Kyle Kirkwood showed that Alex Palou can be beat this IndyCar season and returned Andretti Global to the top of the podium with his second career victory at the Grand Prix of Long Beach.

Apr 13, 2025 5:36 PM Read more >

Verstappen recovers from 'ridiculous' setbacks to finish 6th at Bahrain GP

SAKHIR, Bahrain (AP) — From first to last — at least briefly — in the space of a week.

Apr 13, 2025 2:27 PM Read more >