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Tyler Reddick wins at Darlington in 4th NASCAR win this season for Michael Jordan's team

Tyler Reddick wins at Darlington in 4th NASCAR win this season for Michael Jordan's team

The Associated Press  |  Updated March 22 - 5:25 p.m.  |  Save Story

A malfunctioning battery, a cool suit that got very hot and a big deficit to the leader with less than 50 laps remaining at Darlington Raceway.
NASCAR suspends Daniel Dye after livestream mockery of IndyCar's David Malukas

NASCAR suspends Daniel Dye after livestream mockery of IndyCar's David Malukas

Jenna Fryer, Associated Press  |  Updated March 18 - 3:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

for mocking IndyCar driver David Malukas during a recent livestream.
Former reality TV star Jessie Holmes repeats as champion of the grueling Iditarod sled dog race

Former reality TV star Jessie Holmes repeats as champion of the grueling Iditarod sled dog race

The Associated Press  |  Updated March 18 - 10:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

Former reality TV star Jessie Holmes cruised to a repeat victory in the Iditarod, the roughly 1,000-mile (1,609-kilometer) sled dog race in Alaska.
Denny Hamlin storms back to win at Las Vegas after early penalty

Denny Hamlin storms back to win at Las Vegas after early penalty

Jenna Fryer, Associated Press  |  Updated March 15 - 6:04 p.m.  |  Save Story

Denny Hamlin returned to victory lane at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Sunday for his first win since he lost the NASCAR championship four months ago, and first since the death of his father in a December house fire.
McLaren launches investigation after Norris and Piastri unable to start F1's Chinese Grand Prix

McLaren launches investigation after Norris and Piastri unable to start F1's Chinese Grand Prix

James Ellingworth, Associated Press  |  Posted March 15 - 5:28 a.m.  |  Save Story

McLaren has launched an investigation with engine supplier Mercedes to investigate why both of its cars suffered terminal electrical faults that ruled them out of the Chinese Grand Prix on Sunday, as Formula 1 champion Lando Norris said the team must rule out a repeat.
Kimi Antonelli takes his first F1 win with victory in China to extend Mercedes' dominant start

Kimi Antonelli takes his first F1 win with victory in China to extend Mercedes' dominant start

The Associated Press  |  Updated March 15 - 4:53 a.m.  |  Save Story

He's been defined by being Lewis Hamilton's successor and George Russell's teammate. Now Kimi Antonelli is a Formula 1 race-winner in his own right, and the second-youngest in history.
Formula 1 calls off April races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia due to Iran war

Formula 1 calls off April races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia due to Iran war

The Associated Press  |  Updated March 14 - 4:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

Formula 1 and its governing body FIA said the Grand Prix races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia will not happen in April because of safety concerns related to the Iran war.
Antonelli on pole for F1's Chinese Grand Prix after teammate Russell wins sprint

Antonelli on pole for F1's Chinese Grand Prix after teammate Russell wins sprint

The Associated Press  |  Updated March 14 - 2:53 a.m.  |  Save Story

Kimi Antonelli stepped up Saturday when his Mercedes teammate George Russell hit trouble in qualifying to become the youngest-ever driver on pole position for a Formula 1 Grand Prix.
Verstappen sees 'a jungle' in F1 but still hopes for 'simple solutions'

Verstappen sees 'a jungle' in F1 but still hopes for 'simple solutions'

The Associated Press  |  Posted March 12 - 1:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Max Verstappen's blunt assessment: "It's a jungle" in Formula 1.
After training in deep snow and bitter cold, ex-reality show star seeks to win the Iditarod again

After training in deep snow and bitter cold, ex-reality show star seeks to win the Iditarod again

Mark Thiessen, Associated Press  |  Posted March 9 - 10:03 p.m.  |  Save Story

Riches and paid appearances haven't followed Jessie Holmes since he won the world's most famous sled dog race, the Iditarod, last year.
Blaney ends Reddick's streak to give Team Penske a Phoenix weekend sweep

Blaney ends Reddick's streak to give Team Penske a Phoenix weekend sweep

Jenna Fryer, Associated Press  |  Updated March 8 - 6:21 p.m.  |  Save Story

a victory that denied Tyler Reddick a fourth consecutive win to start the NASCAR season.
George Russell wins Formula 1's Australian GP as Mercedes goes 1-2

George Russell wins Formula 1's Australian GP as Mercedes goes 1-2

Stewart Bell, Associated Press  |  Updated March 8 - 12:31 p.m.  |  Save Story

George Russell wins a dramatic season-opening Australian Grand Prix, and Mercedes seals a 1-2 with Kimi Antonelli. Mercedes says this was its 132nd GP victory overall and 61st 1-2 finish. Ferrari's Charles Leclerc jumps into the lead at the first corner and then trades positions with pole sitter Russell. On lap 12, a virtual safety car comes out after Isack Hadjar stops on track. Mercedes pits both cars and gains an edge. Leclerc finishes third as Ferrari's slow reaction during the yellow flags cost the team. Lewis Hamilton takes fourth. Oscar Piastri crashes before the start and misses his home race.
Lowdon: Cadillac has earned rivals' respect after its first F1 race in Australia

Lowdon: Cadillac has earned rivals' respect after its first F1 race in Australia

Associated Press  |  Posted March 8 - 1:51 a.m.  |  Save Story

After a strong Australian debut, Cadillac principal Graeme Lowdon says the team has earned its rivals' respect and plans to build on a "really solid platform" for future success.
What to know: Downtown Anchorage braces for a canine takeover as the Iditarod's 54th run begins

What to know: Downtown Anchorage braces for a canine takeover as the Iditarod's 54th run begins

Mark Thiessen, Associated Press  |  Updated March 7 - 2:46 p.m.  |  Save Story

Hundreds of barking dogs took over downtown Anchorage as the ceremonial start of the world's most famous sled dog race got underway Saturday. As snow fell, fans lined up near the starting line in frigid, 19 degree F (minus 7.2 degree C) weather to see and cheer their favorite mushers. The competitive start to the race begins Sunday.
For better or worse, Tony Stewart vows to keep his competitive edge while racing against his wife

For better or worse, Tony Stewart vows to keep his competitive edge while racing against his wife

Mark Long, Associated Press  |  Posted March 7 - 11:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

Tony Stewart walked into the interview room a little late and quickly blamed his wife.
Max Verstappen gets X-rays on hands after crash at Australian GP qualifying

Max Verstappen gets X-rays on hands after crash at Australian GP qualifying

The Associated Press  |  Posted March 7 - 5:17 a.m.  |  Save Story

Max Verstappen was cleared by Formula 1's medical team after X-rays on his hands following his crash in qualifying that will see him start from 20th place on the grid in Sunday's Australian Grand Prix.
Ahead of F1's 1st race, Red Bull welcomes 21-year-old Hadjar to the hot seat with Verstappen

Ahead of F1's 1st race, Red Bull welcomes 21-year-old Hadjar to the hot seat with Verstappen

Stewart Bell, Associated Press  |  Updated March 7 - 12:36 a.m.  |  Save Story

Isack Hadjar has no lack of confidence going into his debut season at Red Bull Racing, despite having arguably the most difficult ride in Formula 1.
Russell, Antonelli lead Mercedes in one-two qualifying positions for F1's Australian GP

Russell, Antonelli lead Mercedes in one-two qualifying positions for F1's Australian GP

Stewart Bell, Associated Press  |  Updated March 7 - 12:30 a.m.  |  Save Story

Mercedes has revealed its dominant hand during qualifying for Sunday's Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix.
Formula 1 appears to delay decision on two Middle East races in April affected by Iran war

Formula 1 appears to delay decision on two Middle East races in April affected by Iran war

Stewart Bell, Associated Press  |  Updated March 6 - 10:17 p.m.  |  Save Story

Formula One appears to have delayed a decision on whether to cancel its races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia in April which have been placed in doubt due to the Iran war.
IndyCar and NASCAR partner for a desert doubleheader as both series enjoy strong starts to season

IndyCar and NASCAR partner for a desert doubleheader as both series enjoy strong starts to season

Jenna Fryer, Associated Press  |  Posted March 6 - 2:45 p.m.  |  Save Story

Pato O'Ward wasn't sold on the motorsports doubleheader this weekend at Phoenix Raceway because the IndyCar driver doesn't like being "the support series" to NASCAR.