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Carroll prepares for A1GP championship in Malaysia

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:00:32 GMT

Buoyed up by his one-two takeway from China, Adam Carroll has moved on to the vast Sepang grand prix circuit for this weekend's Malaysian rounds of the A1GP championship.

Rutter must try again to claim seven-timer at Macau Grand Prix

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:00:25 GMT

Michael Rutter, who has monopolised the Macau Grand Prix in recent years, narrowly failed to land an historic victory for the NW 200 Ducati in the Far East on Saturday.

Teenager Buller building rep in motorsport

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 07:00:24 GMT

His family are more renowned for their exploits on four legs than four wheels but William Buller is starting to build himself a motor racing reputation.

High cost of divorce looms over Formula One billionaire Bernie

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 00:39:46 GMT

Slavica Ecclestone, wife of the Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone, has moved out of their £10m Chelsea home, setting off speculation yesterday that a hugely expensive divorce case is in the offing.

Stormont rally launch plans scrapped

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 07:00:53 GMT

Plans to launch the 2009 World Rally Championship in Belfast next January prior to the Irish round of the series have been called off.

Hamilton a motorsport inspiration, says Donnelly

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 07:00:25 GMT

Martin Donnelly believes Lewis Hamilton has given British motorsport a major shot in the arm by becoming Formula One World champion.

Robert Dunlop told it straight just like McEnroe

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:00:17 GMT

Robert Dunlop never wanted to retire according to his widow Louise.

‘Perfect date’ for North West 200 gets green light

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 07:00:25 GMT

The dates for the International North West 200’s 80th anniversary event next year have been confirmed.

Carroll sprints to victory in A1GP series

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 07:00:58 GMT

Adam Carroll delivered a knock-out "one-two" for Team Ireland in the Chinese leg of the A1GP series.

Rally GB draws in excited Rossi

Sat, 08 Nov 2008 07:00:58 GMT

Moto GP champion Valentino Rossi continues to be drawn towards rallying.

Racism no joke, says Lewis Hamilton

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 00:21:02 GMT

Only four days after he became the youngest-ever Formula One world champion – and the first black driver to wear the crown – Lewis Hamilton has disagreed publicly with the commercial rights-holder Bernie Ecclestone after the latter yesterday dismissed talk of racism in the sport and said recent controversies were "a joke".

McCormack is given an upgrade

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 13:03:55 GMT

Marty McCormack got a ‘maximum’ surprise when he was honoured as Ireland’s first Citroen C2-R2 Cup winner.

Hamilton vows to end his Formula One career with McLaren

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 00:29:49 GMT

World champion Lewis Hamilton yesterday told McLaren that he is happy to stay with them for the rest of his Formula One career.

Sky is the limit for high-flyer Hamilton

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 13:30:17 GMT

In all the inevitable hoopla that surrounded Lewis Hamilton's dramatic World Championship success in one of the greatest showdowns in Formula One history at Interlagos on Sunday, when he became the 30th and youngest-ever title holder, there is one fascinating little statistic that demonstrates just how stratospheric his career can become.

Now can Lewis Hamilton be the greatest?

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 00:00:03 GMT

In all the inevitable hoopla that surrounded Lewis Hamilton’s dramatic World Championship success in one of the greatest showdowns in Formula One history at Interlagos on Sunday, when he became the 30th and youngest-ever title holder, there is one fascinating little statistic that demonstrates just how stratospheric his career can become.

Rea learns a good lesson at World Superbike Championship

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 07:00:54 GMT

Ulster’s Jonathan Rea had mixed fortunes when he made his debut in the World Superbike Championship in Portugal yesterday.

Connor is crowned rally champion

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 07:00:32 GMT

Northern Ireland has a new rally champion to salute, and the youngest to date.

Lewis F1 victory sees punter race off with £125,000

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:01:47 GMT

A loyal fan has forced a major bookmaker into its largest ever single payout for a motor sport bet after staking £100 on Lewis Hamilton’s win when he was still a go-karting teenager.

Hamilton takes F1 title after last lap drama

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 21:34:05 GMT

For a few desperate moments, Felipe Massa had the world championship trophy in his grasp after a perfect race in tricky conditions.

I talk on the track: Lewis

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:01:18 GMT

Lewis Hamilton heads into Sunday’s Formula One world-title decider in Brazil satisfied he has silenced his critics, and hopeful their respect will one day follow.

FIA dispute leaves major Stormont launch in doubt

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:01:17 GMT

Plans to kick-start the 2009 World rally championship with a glitzy showpiece event at Stormont in January have been thrown into doubt.

Hamilton must hold back his racer's instinct

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 21:37:46 GMT

On the face of it, Lewis Hamilton should be able to stroke home to the World Championship in next weekend's Brazilian Grand Prix.

McGarrity bidding to triumph on tarmac

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 06:00:23 GMT

Derek McGarrity has thrown his hat into the ring for the final round of the Northern Ireland rally championship.

Brands Hatch champion Boyd on course for birthday treat

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 11:25:33 GMT

Wayne Boyd will celebrate his 18th birthday tomorrow with two important 'presents' already unwrapped.

Formula One teams agree 'significant' cost cutting

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 23:11:48 GMT

Representatives of the Formula One teams, who are part of the newly formed Formula One Teams' Association (Fota), met in Geneva yesterday with FIA president Max Mosley to discuss cost-cutting measures.