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Driver Don Wickstrum Perseveres in the Race of His Life in New Mini-Documentary, ‘Chasing Hope’

by MikeNovember 17, 2022

PLANO, Texas, November 16, 2022 — Global storytelling organization I Am Second has released an exclusive short documentary that gives viewers an intimate look at entrepreneur, pastor and racer, Don Wickstrum’s years-long journey to conquer the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb amid doubts, crashes and an aggressive cancer diagnosis. With uplifting messages of perseverance and pursuing your passion, “Chasing Hope” releases just in time for families and friends to watch it together during the holiday season. (more…)

The 10 Most Beautiful Ferrari Racing Cars

by Lou ModestinoNovember 12, 2022

Ferrari is back in motorsport! Yes, OK it’s been racing in F1 consistently since the championship began, but it’s back in proper, closed wheel racing at the very top level and we at GRR are extremely excited. The new 499P will herald a new era of Ferrari competing at Le Mans, the race that Enzo deemed far more important than F1, and we think it looks stunning. And that thought inspired us to wonder, what are the best-looking racing Ferraris ever? (more…)

Sheehan Survives TA2 Barrel for Top Twenty Finish

by MikeNovember 10, 2022

Austin, TEXAS – November 9, 2022 – New Hampshire’s Tom Sheehan made the long trip down to Texas worthwhile with what he called a fun drive in the final round of the 2022 Trans Am presented by Pirelli Championship season. One of the most experienced and skilful drivers on the circuit, Tom survived a minor shunt to finish in the Top 20 despite damage to the car slowing his progress over the final laps.

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TA2 Season Comes to a Close for TeamSLR at COTA

by MikeNovember 7, 2022

Connor Mosack Powers His Way from 32nd to Third Before Late Mechanical Issue; Chris Liesfeld Soldiers to Checkered Flag Despite Multiple Challenges

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Connor Zilisch Caps 2022 with Season’s First Podium

by MikeNovember 7, 2022

16-Year-Old’s Second-Place Run Includes Fastest Overall Race Lap; Maurice Hull Comes Home 32nd in Eventful Trans Am TA2 Finale (more…)

FIA World Touring Car Championship Ready for its Saudi Arabian Debut

by MikeNovember 3, 2022

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (3rd November)- The Saudi Motorsport Company is delighted to announce the launch of ticket sales for the Saudi Arabian debut of the FIA World Touring Car Cup (WTCR). The exhilarating championship will culminate with a series of night races at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit on the weekend of 26th – 27th November and marks the first official international touring car race to ever take place in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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TeamSLR Duo Set for Trans Am Season Finale at COTA

by MikeNovember 2, 2022

Fulltimer Connor Mosack Looks To Lock Down Second Place in TA2 Championship While Part-Timer Chris Liesfeld Seeks Breakthrough Run in Record 55-Car Field

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. (Nov. 1, 2022) – With 11 races down and one to go, the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli is set to end its season this Sunday at Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in Austin, Texas.

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Silver Hare Racing Eyes COTA for Season’s Best Trans Am Outing

by MikeNovember 2, 2022

HIGH POINT, N.C. (Nov. 1, 2022) – The way Silver Hare Racing’s Maurice Hull and Connor Zilisch see it, the drive for the 2023 TA2-class championship in the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli begins with Sunday’s 2022 season finale at Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in Austin, Texas.

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NTE Sport Takes World Stage at Lamborghini Super Trofeo Grand Finals

by MikeNovember 1, 2022

PORTIMAO, Portugal, (October 31, 2022) – The Lamborghini Grand Finals commence November 1-6 at Algarve International Circuit in Portimão, Portugal, and NTE Sport will make its international debut at the season finale event. The IMSA team will take the world stage for four final races in the 2022 season after the Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America season has already completed 10 rounds across the United States. Tiger Tari (No. 118) and Fred Roberts (No. 189) will represent the team, competing in four final races to end the year. (more…)

Flying Lizard Takes Championship Fight to Portugal for Lamborghini Grand Finals

by MikeOctober 28, 2022

SONOMA, Calif., (October 28, 2022) – Ten years have passed since the Flying Lizard Motorsports brand has been seen in professional competition outside of North America, and next week, the sports car racing champions return to Europe to close out the Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America championship in Portugal.

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