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Las Vegas Grand Prix Extended Through 2037
Formula 1 announced a 10-year extension for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, locking it in through 2037 after Clark County commissioners approved the deal in mid-May. The event, which debuted in 2023, has delivered a $3.2 billion economic boost over three races and drawn racing fans, business leaders, and celebrities. Organizers promise faster setup, infrastructure upgrades to cut traffic issues, and more thrilling nights on the Strip, even as some purists lament the focus on glitzy U.S. street circuits.
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Hamilton Claims First Ferrari Win in Thrilling Spanish Grand Prix
Starting from second behind George Russell, the seven-time champion used a sharp three-stop strategy and tire management to take control during a Virtual Safety Car, pulling ahead after Kimi Antonelli's lap 63 retirement. It marked his 106th career victory, Ferrari's first of 2026, and the first all-British 1-2-3 podium since 1968, with Russell second and Lando Norris third. Rivals like Max Verstappen praised his 'formidable drive,' while Hamilton posted 'REMEMBER WHO YOU ARE' with his podium photo, closing to 115 points in the standings, just 41 behind leader Antonelli. (Media Man Peg-On): Fans and media wins with Elon's X and Grok!
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June 12
Norris Edges Russell by 0.009s in Tight Barcelona FP2
At the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya for Round 7 of the 2026 season, McLaren dominated Friday's sessions, with Norris topping FP2 despite brake issues on his MCL38 and Russell setting the pace in FP1. Piastri finished third, just 0.057s off Norris, while Ferrari's Charles Leclerc took fourth amid a flurry of team upgrades, including Ferrari's major aero package. Incidents like a Virtual Safety Car and traffic brushes added drama, as teams eye Saturday qualifying at 16:00 local time on this demanding tyre-testing track.
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Kim Kardashian Replaces Kimi Antonelli's 'Stolen' Monaco Towel at Barcelona GP
After Kim Kardashian used Antonelli's post-race towel to dab champagne at the Monaco Grand Prix, Mercedes sent a fun video of the rookie asking teammate George Russell, 'Have you seen my towel?' She made it right at the Spanish Grand Prix with the personalized replacement, tied with a pink ribbon. Antonelli thanked her on the spot, and fans loved the lighthearted end to 'towelgate' as he sported it post-session. The gesture added charm to F1's 2026 title fight, where the 19-year-old championship leader eyes another strong run at Circuit de Catalunya. (Media Man Peg-On): Smells a bit like a publiciity stunt - take it from us. We helped roll out publicity stunts for a few decades. What's next? Bodypainting and bodyart on the racetrack? Oh, we helped the media campaign with that. That stunt worked. Time to work the succesful stunt formula again? Repeat success for the season?! Winning news media headlines and peg-ons!
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Ferrari Locks Out Top Two in Monaco Practice Sessions
Leclerc topped FP1 with a 1:13.978, edging Hamilton by 0.226 seconds, while Hamilton fired back in FP2 with a 1:13.026 to lead Leclerc by just 0.111s. Verstappen placed third both times, but incidents like Hadjar's spin and Alonso's clip disrupted the day, with McLaren hit by Norris's stoppage. Ferrari celebrated the duo's synergy online, and Hamilton's pink glitter helmet drew raves under the Monaco sun, positioning them as pole favorites ahead of Saturday.
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Ferrari Dominates Top Two in Monaco FP Sessions with Hamilton Leading FP2
Ferrari showed strong pace on Monaco's tight streets, with Hamilton posting the fastest FP2 time of 1:13.026 on soft tires, just 0.111 seconds ahead of teammate Leclerc. Leclerc had topped FP1 by 0.226 seconds, while Max Verstappen took third in both sessions. Drama hit with Isack Hadjar's FP1 crash and Lando Norris' FP2 power loss, as Kimi Antonelli—championship leader with 131 points—landed fifth in FP2. With pole position crucial here, Leclerc eyes a tight qualifying battle despite brake issues.
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Ferrari's Fred Vasseur Misses Monaco Qualifying for Medical Checks
Scuderia Ferrari announced early Saturday that Vasseur will skip qualifying at the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix, with no further details on his condition. The team topped both practice sessions on Monte Carlo's streets, with Charles Leclerc leading FP1 and Lewis Hamilton quickest in FP2 at 1:13.026. Paddock voices and fans sent well-wishes, hoping for his quick return ahead of Sunday's race under F1's new 2026 rules.
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Le Mans 24 Hour
June 14
Toyota Wins 94th 24 Hours of Le Mans in Nail-Biting Finish
Mike Conway, Kamui Kobayashi, and Nyck de Vries drove Toyota's #7 TR010 Hybrid to overall victory at the Circuit de la Sarthe on June 13-14, marking Toyota's sixth Le Mans win and first since 2022. The #8 Toyota took third for a strong 1-3 finish, while BMW's #20 pushed hard but fell short thanks to Toyota's sharp pit strategy. Inter Europol repeated as LMP2 winners and TF Sport claimed LMGT3 with their Corvette, all before a record 350,105 fans. (Media Man Peg-On): Today we're missing our sports card we sold a while back ... Toyotal Supra aka 'The Silver Bullet". The legend lives on! Memories ... On what a feeling! Toyota!
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Toyota #7 Trio Claims Thrilling 24 Hours of Le Mans Victory
Starting from 14th, the Toyota #7 crew climbed through the field with sharp pit strategy and strong pace, leading 381 laps to win the 94th 24 Hours of Le Mans—their first since 2022. Kobayashi grabbed the lead during safety car periods, fending off BMW's #20 and the sister #8 Toyota, with just 21 seconds covering the top three at the finish before 350,105 fans. The win ties Toyota with Bentley at six Le Mans triumphs, as their new TR010 Hybrid secured a one-two in Hypercar, while TF Sport's Corvette dominated LMGT3 and Inter Europol won LMP2
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June 12
Lightning McQueen Porsche Lights Up Le Mans Parade Before 24-Hour Race
Drivers paraded through the city hours before the 94th 24 Hours of Le Mans, with teams like AO Racing calling it their favorite party as they high-fived fans from open-top trucks. BMW M Team WRT snagged Hypercar pole after a tight qualifying battle, where a 0.005-second edge flipped due to a penalty on Cadillac. The 62-car field races Saturday at 4 p.m. local time under dry skies near 28°C, featuring stars like Kevin Magnussen and eight manufacturers battling at Circuit de la Sarthe. (Media Man Peg-On): The legend and tradition of Le Mans lives on. This is motorsport.
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BMW Claims First Le Mans Pole After Cadillac Pit Blunder
In Hyperpole 2 at Circuit de la Sarthe, Vanthoor's 3:22.564 lap in the #15 BMW M Hybrid V8 set a Hypercar-era record, but Aitken's quicker 3:22.559 for the #38 Cadillac was deleted for jumping the pit lane early. That dropped Cadillac to 10th, securing BMW's front-row start alongside Kevin Magnussen and Raffaele Marciello. The #12 Cadillac took second, Alpine third, and the sister BMW fourth; the 94th 24 Hours of Le Mans starts Saturday at 4 p.m. CEST. (Media Man Peg-On): BMW making some impressive progress. One error by another team is all it takes for a new challenger to emerge. Full credit to BMW for being ready to capitalize.
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Le Mans
The 24 Hours of Le Mans is the world's oldest active endurance sports car race, held annually at the Circuit de la Sarthe near Le Mans, France. Unlike standard sprint races, it tests mechanical reliability and driver endurance over 24 hours, heavily involving manufacturers like Toyota, Porsche, and Ferrari.
Key Racing Classes
The grid is split into specialized prototype and production-based grand tourer (GT) classes to mix different tiers of speed on the track at once:
Hypercar (LMH / LMDh): The top tier. These high-tech prototypes output over 650 horsepower.
LMP2: A secondary prototype class primarily designed for professional-amateur pairings.
LMGT3: Production-based sports cars featuring manufacturers like Aston Martin, Chevrolet, and BMW.
The Circuit & Format
The Track: Uses the 13.626 km (8.467 mile) Circuit de la Sarthe, which consists of permanent track sections and public roads that are closed for the event.
The Mulsanne Straight: A legendary, 6 km straightaway where prototype cars can reach top speeds exceeding 330 km/h before hitting chicanes added for safety.
Driver Lineup: Each car requires a crew of three drivers who rotate shifts, pushing through the day and night.
The Triple Crown
A Le Mans victory is considered one of the most prestigious achievements in motorsport.
Winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans alongside the Indianapolis 500 and the Monaco Grand Prix (or alternatively, the 24 Hours of Daytona) comprises the fabled Triple Crown of Motorsport.
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June 20, 2024
Ferrari achieved a historic victory at the 2024 Le Mans 24 Hours, marking their second consecutive and 11th overall win. The race saw intense competition with nine cars finishing on the lead lap, highlighting the effectiveness of new rules aimed at enhancing competitiveness. Notable performances included Kamui Kobayashi setting the fastest lap for Toyota Gazoo Racing and Ferrari Hypercar claiming victory. The event also celebrated the achievements of independent teams like Isotta Fraschini Duqueine, emphasizing the importance of their participation. Ferrari's success was particularly significant, as they became the first manufacturer to win both the Monaco Formula 1 GP and the Le Mans 24 Hours in the same year since 1934. (Groc)
24 Heures du Mans 2026 - RACE HIGHLIGHTS
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Official YouTube Channel of the "24 Heures du Mans". The 2027 race will run on June 12-13
Highlights | 24 Hours of Le Mans 2026 | FIA WEC
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2026 WEC Le Mans: An Epic Victory
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24 Heures du Mans 2024 - ALL RACE HIGHLIGHTS
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#WEC 24 Hours of Le Mans 2024 Highlights via Ferrari Official YouTube channel
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June 12
Original Fast and Furious Returns to Theaters for 25th Anniversary
Universal Pictures brings the 2001 street-racing thriller starring Vin Diesel as Dominic Toretto and Paul Walker as Brian O'Conner to theaters starting August 21 in the US and August 28 in the UK for a limited 25th anniversary run. Tickets are available now via Fandango, with theaters like AMC, Cinemark, and Regal offering exclusive merch such as popcorn tins shaped like Dom's Charger. A new poster and trailer highlight iconic races and the 'family' bond that launched a franchise grossing over $7 billion, drawing fans eager for those original quarter-mile thrills ahead of the 2028 finale. (Media Man Peg-On): We know - it's not exactly the first thing you think of when the word Motorsport is mentioned. Universal has smartly re-released the Fast and Furious movie in the UK markets. If it trends and does well in Europe perhaps the Universe powers that be will also re-releast Fast to other international markets, at a time when many box offices could do with a boost? Putting the business in show biz, just in time for full on motorsport season. Winning moves by Universal!
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Le Mans 24 Hours Official Website
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Ferrari Official YouTube channel
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