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8+ min ago (316+ words) Ex-Iron Lynx Lamborghini SC63 team boss to lead Peugeot Sport's Hypercar program" Emmanuel Esnault has been named team principal of Peugeot Sport's FIA World Endurance Championship Hypercar program. Esnault, who was most recently the team boss of Iron Lynx's Lamborghini SC63 program through its operational partnership of Prema, will join the French manufacturer on January 1 and be involved in all operational activities. "I am truly honored to have the opportunity to join Team Peugeot TotalEnergies," he said. "This is a major and highly motivating project, with a manufacturer that is fully committed at the highest international level. "I would like to especially thank Alain Favey, Jean-Marc Finot and Olivier Jansonnie for their vote of confidence. "It is a great responsibility, and it is up to us to be worthy of it and meet the brand's objectives. "I am fully aware of the…...

11+ min ago (558+ words) With Helmut Marko being the latest Red Bull member to depart from the team, Ted Kravitz has highlighted one crucial figure at Milton Keynes who they can't afford to lose. Since the beginning of the 2024 F1 season, the number of Red Bull members who have departed from important positions at the team can be seen as a concern for the future trajectory. Adrian Newey and Jonathan Wheatley were two of the more high-profile exits to have occurred in the years prior to Helmut Marko's retirement, and, of course, the sacking of Christian Horner that took the F1 paddock by storm. It begs the question of how many more departures from key personnel the team can afford. Max Verstappen's future at the team is based on results, so if the owners are convinced of retaining the four-time world champion, Ted Kravitz is certain…...

26+ min ago (232+ words) Today's a good day," Jordan said as he waited in the gallery for attorneys to announce the deal. Details were not immediately released. Both teams said a loss in the case would have put them out of business. Bell told the jury that sometmes parties at trial have to see how the evidence unfolds to come to the wisdom of a settlement. I wish we could've done this a few months ago," Bell said in court. I believe this is great for NASCAR. Great for the future of NASCAR. Great for the entity of NASCAR. Great for the teams and ultimately great for the fans." All teams felt the previous revenue-sharing agreement was unfair and two-plus years of bitter negotiations led to NASCAR's final offer, which was described by the teams as take-it-or-leave it." The teams believed the new agreement…...

31+ min ago (214+ words) NASCAR has reached a settlement of the bruising antitrust lawsuit filed against it by two of its race teams, including one co-owned by NBA great Michael Jordan. CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- NASCAR has reached a settlement of the bruising antitrust lawsuit filed against it by two of its race teams, including one co-owned by NBA great Michael Jordan. The Thursday settlement was announced following a lengthy delay on the ninth day of the trial in federal court. Details were not immediately released. U.S. District Judge Kenneth Bell opened the day preparing the hear motions but called an hour-long sidebar. Jeffrey Kessler, attorney for 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, emerged from a conference room at the end of the hour to inform a court clerk "we're ready." Kessler then led Jordan and 23XI co-owner Denny Hamlin, as well as Front Row owner Bob Jenkins, out of…...

33+ min ago (943+ words) CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- NASCAR has reached a settlement of the bruising antitrust lawsuit filed against it by two of its race teams, including one co-owned by NBA great Michael Jordan. The Thursday settlement was announced following a lengthy delay on the ninth day of the trial in federal court. Details were not immediately released. 23XI and Front Row filed suit last year after refusing to sign agreements on the new charter offers NASCAR presented to teams in September 2024. Teams had until end of day to sign the 112-page document and 13 of 15 organizations reluctantly agreed. Jordan and Jenkins sued instead and raced the bulk of 2025 uncharted. The theme of family ties in motorsports has been woven through Michael Jordan's federal antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR, with witness after witness testifying to their emotional connections to the top motorsports series in the United States. It began…...

37+ min ago (400+ words) What began as the most mysterious and tense morning of the entire trial ended with a stunning twist: NASCAR and 23XI Racing have officially reached a settlement in their antitrust battle. The dramatic conclusion arrived just hours after Judge Bell unexpectedly halted proceedings with a cryptic one-hour recess, a moment that instantly triggered speculation of behind-the-scenes negotiations. The day opened with confusion. Court convened for a few moments, only for Judge Bell to send the jury back to their room almost immediately. Multiple reporters noted that both legal teams were already deep in conversation before the session even began. Then came the judge's telling remark, hinting that talks underway could "save" the jury several hours, a clear signal that something significant was in motion. Gluck reported the judge's exact words, on X, "Judge Bell told jury: "I met with the attorneys…...

38+ min ago (252+ words) Michael Jordan, co-owner of 23XI Racing, sits in his pit box during a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Talladega Superspeedway on Oct. 6, 2024, in Talladega, Ala. (AP Photo/ Butch Dill) CHARLOTTE, N.C. " NASCAR has reached a settlement of the bruising antitrust lawsuit filed against it by two of its race teams, including one co-owned by NBA great Michael Jordan. The Thursday settlement was announced following a lengthy delay on the ninth day of the trial in federal court. Details were not immediately released. U.S. District Judge Kenneth Bell opened the day preparing the hear motions but called an hour-long sidebar. Jeffrey Kessler, attorney for 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, emerged from a conference room at the end of the hour to inform a court clerk "we're ready." Kessler then led Jordan and 23XI co-owner Denny Hamlin, as well as Front Row owner Bob Jenkins, out…...

41+ min ago (363+ words) The pair reportedly live together with her three children FERNANDO ALONSO is expecting his first child with girlfriend Melissa Jimenez. The couple have been together since 2023 and managed to keep the pregnancy quiet during the Formula One season. Jimenez is due to give birth in March with what will be her fourth child " but first with Alonso, 44. The pair met in the F1 paddock as Jimenez is a presenter for DAZN. They reportedly live together in Monaco with Jimenez's children from her marriage to former Barcelona star Marc Bartra " daughters Gala, 10, and Abril, seven, and son Max, six. According to Spanish outlet Hola, Jimenez is in her third trimester so has taken a step back from her reporting duties. Magui Corceiro opens up on Lando kiss and backlash over controversial comments She and Alonso have kept their private life quiet since…...

44+ min ago (203+ words) Hooper Street Racing to expand into two-car McLaren Artura Trophy EVO program next year" Hooper Street Racing, which featured the driver pairing of Bob and Robby Stockard in the No. 56 Mill Hill Capital McLaren Artura Trophy EVO this year, will return with an expanded two-car effort for the 2026 McLaren Trophy America season with Orlando Motorsports Services. After a successful season with three class podiums, the No. 56 McLaren will return with Bob Stockard, who finished fourth in the Papaya Cup Am category standings. Robby Stockard will jump behind the wheel of the new No. 65 Mill Hill Capital entry. "We are very excited to be back for 2026 with an additional car and a great support team from OMS," said Bob Stockard. "2025 was a year of learning and great fun for first year racers." OMS team principal Eric Burch added: "Both Bob and…...

44+ min ago (320+ words) Mohammed Ben Sulayem, the sole candidate to succeed himself as president of the International Automobile Federation (FIA), is set to be re-elected on Friday in Tashkent following a contentious election process. Last week, a Paris court chose not to suspend the election but ordered a trial to examine the electoral process after an urgent application from Villars, who was unable to stand as a candidate. "The judge hearing the summary proceedings ruled that this dispute was a matter for the trial court, and we will therefore continue this lawsuit against the FIA before the trial judges. A first hearing is scheduled for February 16, 2026," Villars" lawyer Robin Binsard, said in a statement last Wednesday. "The election on December 12, 2025, organised with a single candidate, will be held as planned. Its validity, given the challenges raised, may be examined, questioned or annulled by…...