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The British Grand Prix Star Who Flew the Flag for Nazi Germany
Handsome, brave and talented, Richard Seaman was among the brightest stars of inter-war grand prix racing, but today he is largely forgotten in Britain. That is in no small part down to his close links with Hitler and Nazi Germany.
Reigning Dakar Bikes Champion Toby Price Suffers Seizure During Crash Recovery
Toby Price's recovery from his Dakar crash has been complicated by a seizure, believed to be caused by a blood clot in the reigning bikes champion's lung.
Manor's Formula 1 Future in Doubt
The future of the Manor Formula 1 team has been thrown into doubt amid mounting suggestions that the outfit is on the verge of going into administration.
Dakar Rally Rider Struck by Lightning, Still Manages to Finish Stage
Slovakian rider Ivan Jakes was struck by lightning during the third stage of the Dakar Rally, but he still managed to finish 15th on the day.
Will Teenage Rookie Lance Stroll Show His Talent is Worth More Than His Money in F1?
There is no denying the financial backing from his family has made things easier for Lance Stroll during his career leading to securing an F1 driver with Williams. Now it's time to show he deserves to be there.
Formula E Barriers To Protect Christmas Markets After Berlin Terror Attack
Concrete blocks used as crash barriers for Berlin's Formula E race on the Karl-Marx-Allee in May are being redeployed at Christmas markets in the city following Monday night’s terror attack at the Breitscheidplatz.
How A Million-Dollar Vegas e-Race Will Change The Game
Formula E’s Visa Vegas eRace could be the big chance sim racing needs to crack the mainstream.
The Life and Death of Formula 1’s Pioneering Prince
Two days before Christmas 1985, an elderly man died after suffering a heart attack at Barons Court station in West London. Those who saw him slump to the ground had no idea that he was a member of the Thai royal family – and a part of Formula 1 history.
Felipe Massa's Possible Return Highlights F1's Young Driver Malaise
With Valtteri Bottas poised for a Mercedes seat in 2017, the way looks clear for Felipe Massa to have one more season in Formula 1. Still, does this highlight a wider problem for the sport?
Sex, Drugs and Formula 1: Tommy Byrne's Wild Ride
Tommy Byrne was a gifted young racing driver, but his Formula 1 career was short lived. The exact reasons for this are unclear – though the Irishman's fondness for drink, drugs and women cannot have helped his cause.
Schumacher, Rosberg, and the Question of Legacy in Formula 1
Nico Rosberg's abrupt retirement leaves him with a pristine Formula 1 legacy. Contrast this with his former teammate Michael Schumacher, whose failed comeback did little for the German legend's towering reputation.
Newly-Crowned Champion Nico Rosberg Announces Retirement From Formula 1
Having won his first world title last weekend, the German driver has made the shock decision to pack it in and call it a day.