In the round-up: Nico Hulkenberg, a veteran of over 200 grands prix, will race at Imola for the first time this weekend.
In brief
Hulkenberg excited to finally race Imola
Hulkenberg says he is looking forward to racing around Imola this weekend as he has never driven the circuit before.
The Haas driver made his Formula 1 debut in 2010, four years after Imola’s previous stint on the calendar ended. He did not have a drive during the three previous races in 2020, 2021 and 2022 andlast year’s planned race at the track was cancelled due to flooding.
“It may only be round seven but it feels like we’re deep into the season now and coming back to Europe feels good,” he said. “I haven’t raced around Imola and I’m excited to tick this track off the list as it’s been a lot of fun in the simulator.”
More FIA clubs voice Ben Sulayem support
The FIA has published a fourth letter from a group of automobile clubs pledging support for president Mohammed Ben Sulayem after he was cleared of alleged interference during two rounds of last year’s Formula 1 world championship.
The letter, dated April 24th, was signed by the FIA’s vice-president for sport for the Asia Pacific Region and representatives of 23 member clubs. It called the allegations “unsubstantiated” and assured the president of the signatories’ support. “Your unique perspective and mindset are truly an asset to the organisation and it’s one of the reasons you rise to the top,” it added.
Similar letters from 27 members clubs in the Middle East and North Africa, 33 in North and South America and 13 in Europe have previously been published by the FIA, which represents 242 clubs worldwide.
Ilott to race Indy 500 for McLaren
Fresh from winning the Six Hours of Spa with Jota team mate Will Stevens, Callum Ilott has been announced as the driver for McLaren’s fourth entry in this month’s Indianapolis 500.
Ilott had raced for Juncos Hollinger in the IndyCar series last year before departing the team. He stepped into the car originally intended for David Malukas after his training injury, racing in St. Petersburg and the Thermal Club non-championship event. He will drive the number six McLaren in this month’s blue riband event.
Theo Pourchaire will return to the seat following the event for the remainder of the season.
PHM becomes AIX
Junior series team PHM will change identities again following its takeover by the Dubai-based AIX Investment Group. The team which races in Formula 2, Formula 3…
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