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Hamilton (Instagram)
‘Another return. I’m incredibly grateful for this break. Time to disconnect, recharge and find a bit of inner peace. Time with family and friends replenishing with rest and good laughs has been everything I needed after a very draining year. In a world that moves so fast where we’re constantly being pulled in so many directions, truly disconnecting and has been the most amazing feeling. I’m conscious that we’re entering the Year of the Horse and leaving behind the Year of the Snake. The time for change is now. Starting new routines, leaving behind unwanted patterns and working on growth. Let go of things that don’t serve you. This can take time, there will be things you can’t get rid of immediately, but it starts with the first step. Even though the world can seem like a mess, I hope that you’re staying focused on living life to the fullest. Be you and never forget who you are. I learnt that from many of you who told me this in 2025, and I’ll never forget again! Your support means the world to me, and I’m here for you too. You are never alone. Let’s take it one day at a time, one step at a time.’
Our 2026 challenger is ready to enter the grid.
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— TOYOTA GAZOO Racing WEC (@TGR_WEC) January 7, 2026
IMSA adds ‘(Balance of Performance) conduct’ clause into rules; warns of penalties (Sportscar 365)
‘Issued in an updated version of the sporting regulations on Wednesday, the sanctioning body’s move to limit public BoP discussions comes in the wake of similar rules enforced in the FIA World Endurance Championship.’
Mercedes-AMG and Red Bull reduce their junior team ranks (Formula Scout)
‘At the Red Bull Junior Team, there is an exodus of six drivers including Formula E-bound Pepe Marti. Still in junior single-seaters, but no longer with Red Bull, are Jules Caranta, Christopher Feghali, Oliver Goethe, Niklas Schaufler and Tim Tramnitz.’
F1 legend Stirling Moss, the helmet that saved his life & the bitter family feud over his £20m will set to end in court (The Sun)
‘It is what happened when his widow Lady Susie died in 2023, leaving nearly £28 million, that has caused a host of problems within the family.’
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Happy birthday!
Happy birthday to Michael Roberts!
On this day in motorsport
35 years ago today the Minardi-Ferrari M191 had its first run at Fiorano
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