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In the junior category, Chennai youngsters Adithya Prathap and Rehan Khan Rasheed shared the honours for Momentum motorsports, winning the super heat and final respectively after hard-fought battles.

Hollywood star Chris Hemsworth is set to star in and produce a feature film about Australia's challenging Tatts Finke Desert Race. His production company, Wild State, has partnered with the event organizers to develop multiple projects, including a film and unscripted content.

Porsche driver Nico Muller has shared a glimpse of a family karting outing during the break after the Monaco E-Prix. His son, who regularly competes in karting, was joined by his mother and younger sister, who watched proudly from the sidelines. Muller now has a lengthy break before Formula E returns with the Sanya E-Prix in China.

Kyle Busch died at age 41 after suffering what his team described as a severe illness. The NASCAR star had withdrawn from the Coca-Cola 600 weekend earlier in the day due to hospitalization. NASCAR called Busch “a once-in-a-generation talent” while honoring his impact on the sport and fans. Busch won 234 races across NASCAR’s top three series and captured two Cup Series championships during his legendary racing career.

Seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton celebrated a special family moment after his younger brother Nicolas Hamilton secured his first-ever silverware in the British Touring Car Championship. The emotional weekend became even more memorable because both brothers finished on the podium on the same day. Lewis claimed second place for Ferrari at the Canadian Grand Prix, while Nicolas lifted the Jack Sears Trophy at Snetterton Race Circuit.

NASCAR crew member Donovan Williams suffered injuries after protecting Fox Sports reporter Amanda Busick from a runaway 4,000-pound pit cart at Dover Motor Speedway. Busick called Williams a hero and said he saved her life during the terrifying accident. Both received medical treatment and are expected to recover after the shocking pit road incident in Delaware.

Cupra Kiro driver Dan Ticktum recently took a first-generation 1965 Mustang for a drive through southern France and shared a video from the outing. The Briton appeared impressed by the classic car's performance, despite battling sunburn after keeping the convertible roof folded down. During the drive, he also reflected on his performances in the current Formula E season.

Actor Ajith Kumar faced near-death experiences during racing and film shoots. He has now made a comeback to cinema after a recent racing victory. Meanwhile, Ram Charan's highly anticipated film 'Peddi' has postponed its Japan release due to technical issues. This change has disappointed overseas fans. The film features a star-studded cast and music by A.R. Rahman.

NASCAR indefinitely suspended 23XI Racing employee Evanna Howell after her arrest connected to an alleged golf cart incident at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Police said a 77-year-old man suffered serious injuries in the incident. Howell, who worked for Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin’s racing team, is scheduled to appear in court again on June 16.

Formula E is all set to make its debut at the famous Goodwood Festival of Speed as an Official Partner. The event will take place in Sussex in July, with all generations of Formula E cars, including the newly unveiled GEN4, set for a landmark display. Fans will get the opportunity to take a closer look at the cars at the event.

Nico Muller reflected on the Monaco E-Prix, which proved both rewarding and frustrating for the Porsche Formula E Team driver. While he failed to score points in one race, he collected eight points in the second outing in Monaco. Muller has continued to show impressive consistency this season and currently sits fifth in the Drivers’ Championship standings.

Cupra Kiro driver Dan Ticktum has denied being at fault for the Round 9 clash in Monaco that sent Antonio Felix da Costa into the chicane and earned him a race penalty. Ticktum secured pole position on both days of the Monaco double-header, but penalties prevented him from converting either into strong race results.

Kyle Busch, NASCAR's two-time Cup Series champion, died on May 21, 2026, at 41, following a severe illness. Beyond his racing legacy, Kyle and wife Samantha endured years of fertility struggles, a miscarriage in 2018, and a marriage that nearly collapsed under the emotional weight of IVF treatments. Their daughter Lennix, born via surrogacy in 2022, marked the beginning of their healing. Kyle is survived by Samantha, son Brexton, and daughter Lennix.

Lucas Di Grassi secured his first points for Lola Yamaha ABT at the Monaco E-Prix. He scored points in both the Round 9 and Round 10 races and now sits on six points for the season. The Brazilian has also shared a video answering a common fan question about how a Formula E car behaves while going uphill.

Jaguar TCS Racing driver Antonio Felix Da Costa faced incidents on both days of the Monaco E-Prix, yet still managed to bring home a trophy after finishing third in Round 10. In a pose-race statement, Da Costa has expressed frustration at being hit from behind far too often during races.

Citroen Racing have signed French racer Doriane Pin as their Development Driver. She already serves as a Development Driver for the Mercedes F1 team and the Peugeot Sport Hypercar programme. She will make her first appearance for the team at the Monaco E-Prix and has many race titles to her name.

Nyck De Vries registered his first win with Mahindra Racing in Round 9 of the Monaco E-Prix on Saturday. The victory was particularly special as it came more than three years after De Vries’ last Formula E win in Berlin and also marked Mahindra Racing’s first victory in the GEN3 era. Here is what the Dutch driver said after his triumph in Monaco.

NASCAR driver Carson Hocevar made history as the first stock car racer at the Met Gala in over a decade. His viral Talladega celebration reportedly led to the unexpected invitation, with Cassidy Towriss playing a key role in the arrangements. Hocevar expressed surprise at the widespread recognition of NASCAR and himself at the event.

GTA Online's Motor Madness event, running May 14-27, offers players a wealth of racing-themed activities and bonuses. This promotion features increased GTA$ and RP on Land Races, Simeon Contact Jobs, LS Car Meet Events, and Auto Shop Heists, alongside free cosmetic rewards and vehicle discounts.

Kyle Loftis, founder of 1320Video, died Tuesday night, according to the platform’s official statement. His cause of death has not been confirmed yet. Loftis helped build one of the biggest motorsports media brands online through street racing and automotive content. Fans, racers, and creators across social media continue sharing tributes and remembering his influence on modern car culture.