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via grandprix.comVowles eyes Le Mans, but only to winJames Vowles says he could eventually race at Le Mans, but only after preparing seriously enough to fight for victory.Tue 18 Aug · 01:00 UTC0 commentsvia Motorsport WeekAllan McNish Reflects on Ayrton Senna's Influence in F1Allan McNish, Audi's new Formula 1 Racing Director, has shared insights from his early career working with Ayrton Senna. He emphasizes the importance of attention to detail, a lesson he aims to apply in his current role.Fri 14 Aug · 09:32 UTC0 commentsvia Motorsport.comF1 2026 Regulations Shift Focus on Driver Skills and StylesThe 2026 Formula 1 regulations have sparked discussions about the evolving role of driver talent. Teams like McLaren highlight how these changes require drivers to adapt their styles, particularly at circuits with challenging layouts.Sun 9 Aug · 16:20 UTC0 commentsvia grandprix.comKristensen defends 2026 rules despite artificial racingNine-time Le Mans winner and Audi ambassador Tom Kristensen has defended Formula 1's controversial 2026 regulations, although he admits the racing can sometimes appear artificial.Thu 6 Aug · 16:35 UTC0 commentsvia RaceFansAsian Le Mans Series to take place entirely in Europe following war in Middle East | BriefThe new Asian Le Mans Series season will take place entirely in EuropeTue 4 Aug · 12:09 UTC0 commentsvia Motorsport.comCarlos Sainz reveals Le Mans ambition for life after F1Carlos Sainz has offered a glimpse into his future beyond Formula 1, revealing his ambition to compete in the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans. The Williams driver, currently battling through a challenging 2026 campaign with the Grove outfit, recently opened up on the Team Torque podcast with team-mate Alex Albon, discussing where he sees himself in 10 to 15 years. When questioned about his ... Keep readingSat 1 Aug · 12:41 UTC0 commentsvia theguardian.com‘I’m living every lap and every corner’: Allan McNish on guiding Audi into F1 from pitwallRacing director believes his career behind the wheel can help the team deliver where others have failed as new entrants in the top tier of motor sport There is nowhere to hide in Formula One, a sport where deficiency is brutally exposed week in, week out. It is an environment where success must be fought for tooth and nail yet one where the former driver and multiple Le Mans winner Allan McNish is in his element, convinced he and his Audi team can deliver where so many others have failed. Always a gregarious, personable character, McNish could not be more at ease even under the intense pressure in his position as racing director for the team which joined the grid for the first time this year. He is one of the very few personnel in F1 in such a senior position who is a former driver and one who has enjoyed enormous success. Continue reading...Sat 25 Jul · 07:00 UTC0 comments