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Acronis and Leader partner with Brad Jones Racing

Arnold Pinto 21/03/2024 0

Action on at Australian Grand Prix 2024 Acronis, the US-based global leader in cyber protection, and Australian-owned IT distributor Leader are partnering with the Brad Jones Racing (BJR) team at the Australian Grand Prix (March 21-24, 2024). The partnership follows Leader’s ramping up of

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X-Bionic Lake Garda 42 set for April 12 opening

Dan Ngiam 18/03/2024 0

2024 registrations have surpassed previous records On April 14, 2024, the picturesque northern shores of Lake Garda in Italy will witness the third edition of the X-Bionic Lake Garda 42 marathon and half marathon. Runners from across the globe are gearing up to participate in this breathtaking event, set against the backdrop of Lombardy, Trentino, […]

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Audi accelerates F1 entry with Sauber Group acquisition

News Desk 1 10/03/2024 0

Entry scheduled for the 2026 season In a strategic move led by Audi CEO Gernot Döllner, the iconic brand with the four rings is intensifying its focus on the future through the Audi Agenda. With a keen eye on product and technology development, alongside a more robust global presence for the Audi brand, the supervisory […]

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Audi Sport’s 2024 Dakar Rally winners enjoy accolades in Germany

News Desk 1 09/03/2024 0

Victorious team tours the company’s sites Audi Sport’s triumphant return from the 2024 Dakar Rally held in Saudi Arabia ignited a wave of enthusiasm across Germany, the team’s home country. The winning team, consisting of drivers Carlos Sainz and Lucas Cruz, alongside their teammates Emil Bergkvist and Stéphane Peterhansel with co-drivers Edouard Boulanger,

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Pirelli debuts at Moto2 and Moto3 races

News Desk 1 05/03/2024 0

Lusail International Circuit in Qatar in the spotlight In a thrilling kick-off to the 75th season of the premier motorcycle racing series, Pirelli has made its racing debut as the official and exclusive supplier of tyres for the Moto2 and Moto3 classes at the Lusail International Circuit in Qatar. Pirelli’s DIABLO Superbike slick and DIABLO […]

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Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge gears up for 2024 edition

Arnold Pinto 23/02/2024 0

Focus on Al Dhafra region (February 25-March 2, 2024) The anticipation is building for the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge (ADDC) as it enters its 33rd edition, promising an extraordinary rally with competitors from around the globe ready to tackle a challenging new route. Presented by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and organised by Emirates Motorsports […]

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DP World is title partner of Delhi Capitals’ women’s team

News Desk 1 20/02/2024 0

TATA Women’s Premier League 2024 season in focus DP World and Delhi Capitals have consolidated their long-term partnership, marking a significant milestone for women’s cricket in India. DP World, a prominent provider of innovative end-to-end supply chain solutions, has officially become the title partner of the women’s team of Delhi Capitals in the TATA Women’s

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How Audi won the Dakar Rally 2024 with Sainz-Cruz

Arnold Pinto 15/02/2024 0

Audi RS Q e-tron performs admirably well Audi won the Dakar Rally 2024 (January 5-19) in a historic triumph, with the dynamic duo of Carlos Sainz and Lucas Cruz securing their fourth victory, each with a different brand. The victory marked the culmination of Audi’s illustrious motorsport journey, spanning various disciplines since 1980. The winning […]

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Lewis Hamilton leaves Mercedes in shocking move to Ferrari

News Desk 1 14/02/2024 0

F1 icon departs from German carmaker after 11 years In a stunning turn of events, Formula 1 legend Lewis Hamilton has declared his departure from Mercedes, marking the end of a remarkable 11-year association with the team. The seven-time world champion, known for his unprecedented success with Mercedes, revealed that the upcoming season would be […]

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Emirates soars to new heights with NBA partnership

News Desk 1 13/02/2024 0

Carrier is also the referee jersey patch partner Dubai-based Emirates Airlines and the National Basketball Association (NBA) have inked a multiyear global marketing partnership, designating Emirates as the Official Global Airline Partner of the NBA. The collaboration extends further, with Emirates becoming the inaugural title partner of the NBA Cup, formerly the NBA

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F1 Bahrain Grand Prix 2024 Paddock Club sells out

News Desk 1 04/02/2024 0

Event marks Bahrain’s 20th anniversary in F1 The Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) has declared a complete sellout of its Formula 1 Paddock Club for the highly anticipated F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2024. With less than 30 days left until the racing extravaganza scheduled from February 29 to March 2 in Sakhir, fans are […]

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Saudi PIF signs Electric 360 pact to boost electric motorsports

Arnold Pinto 31/01/2024 0

PIF also reveals its refreshed brand identity Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has unveiled a transformative multi-year partnership, Electric 360, with Formula E, Extreme E, and E1 powerboat racing, intending to advance the global landscape of electric motorsports. The Electric 360 initiative aims to propel the growth of electric motorsports and revolutionise

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Nissan’s tech-infused journey from video games to racetracks

News Desk 1 29/01/2024 0

Nissan is a pioneer in the arcade gaming scene Nissan, a stalwart in the automotive industry, has seamlessly bridged the gap between the digital and the physical world through its enduring connection with the realm of video games. The intricate design of Nissan vehicles mirrors the meticulous artisanry found in the creation of video games, […]

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Rookies excel for Toyota Gazoo Racing in 2024 Dakar Rally

News Desk 1 26/01/2024 0

Spotlight now on South African motorsports In the recently concluded 2024 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia, Toyota Gazoo Racing experienced a rollercoaster of outcomes, with their seasoned drivers facing challenges while the spotlight turned to the exceptional performances of the team’s two rookie drivers – Guy Botterill and Saood Variawa. This showcase of emerging

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Saudi Arabia to host FIFA World Cup 2034 men’s tournament

News Desk 1 18/01/2024 0

Australia pulls out of the 2034 event’s candidature bidding FIFA has declared Saudi Arabia the host nation for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2034 men’s tournament. This marks the third occasion the coveted event will grace the Asian continent, following the successful hosting by South Korea and Japan in 2002 and Qatar in 2022. FIFA […]

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FIFA seeks media rights bids for World Cup 2026 and 2030

Arnold Pinto 17/01/2024 0

The bid submission deadline is February 13, 2024 FIFA has unveiled an invitation to tender (ITT) for the media rights to the FIFA World Cup 2026 and FIFA World Cup 2030 men’s tournaments for France, Monaco, Andorra and the French overseas territories. Canada, Mexico, and the United States will jointly host the FIFA World Cup […]

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Dubai Invitational set for January 11-14, 2024 tee-off

News Desk 1 07/01/2024 0

Some of the world’s top players are participating The inaugural Dubai Invitational, a brand-new Pro-Am event on the DP World Tour, tees off at Dubai Creek Resort from January 11-14, 2024, with the event featuring a lineup of 60 professional golfers and 60 amateurs. The tournament will see a 72-hole strokeplay competition played concurrently with […]

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Toyota Gazoo Racing revs it up with new brand movie

News Desk 1 01/01/2024 0

‘Wild Moment’ is now on the TGR YouTube channel Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) has released its new brand movie titled ‘Wild Moment’ on the TGR YouTube channel. The movie takes on the challenge of expressing the GR philosophy through visuals based on Toyota Chair Akio Toyoda’s strong wish to further accelerate and carry on the […]

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Team Audi Sports is ready for the Dakar Rally 2024

News Desk 1 26/12/2023 0

Audi RS Q e-tron is optimised for the rally The Audi RS Q e-tron is set for its third Dakar Rally, the latest edition of which takes place from January 5-19, 2024, in Saudi Arabia. Team Audi Sport has optimised the rally prototype, which has an electric drivetrain, a high-voltage battery and an energy converter, […]

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Toyota Gazoo Racing unveils new Hilux for 2024 Dakar and W2RC season

Arnold Pinto 15/12/2023 0

Dakar 2024 team combines youth and experience Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) will compete in the upcoming 2024 motorsport season with an updated version of its Dakar-winning car, now known as the GR DKR Hilux EVO T1U. This name reflects both the upgrades to the vehicle and the new W2RC categorisation. In an announcement on December […]