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Reasons Why Race Car Drivers Are Considered Real Athletes

Giancarlo Perlas April 20, 2023

In most cases, many people view race car driving as a hobby or a leisure activity and not as a sport. However, the activities involved are so far overwhelming as both mental and physical demands are in play. Skill, mental toughness, and physicality always play a key part when you are racing. There are additional things that racing drivers do, making them more of athletes. As you explore the latest NBA odds, we will discuss how race car drivers are in the category of athletes and some of the elements that make an athlete, as well as our view on F1 drivers. Read ahead as we explore. Race Car Drivers… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-AMG GT2 Unveiled for GT2 Racing

Giancarlo Perlas December 9, 2022

The Mercedes-AMG GT is about to get a new generation model. However, it seems there’s more to the outgoing one in the GT2 racing scene. Recently, the motorsport division of the three-pointed star marque just unveiled its new car, which was aptly named the Mercedes-AMG GT2. The product is considered to be the most powerful homologated version of the AMG GT for a racing customer. The AMG GT2 is highlighted by its 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine with a flat-plane crank. Despite its similar engine setup with the Black Series though, its output is capped at 697 hp in accordance with GT2 rules that aim to level the playing field. The… Continue Reading »

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What Lewis Hamilton Really Thinks of George Russell

Giancarlo Perlas July 18, 2022

After the high expectations last season, George Russell was finally brought in as a replacement for Valtteri Bottas in the Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula 1 team. Being in the decorated team with a multiple-time Drivers World Champion by his side means he has big shoes to fill. But what does Lewis Hamilton really think of his new partner? Taking notes from Hamilton’s interviews, he commended Russell’s “super-positive” work attitude which brings a positive impact on their work environment. He also sees a potential World Champion in the 24-year-old, and he considers his signing as the right choice for the team. The veteran further stated that he hopes to play a… Continue Reading »

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How to Bet on Motorsports

Giancarlo Perlas March 17, 2022

Professional motorsports are one of the best-loved and most followed sports in the world today. The top races attract crowds in the tens of thousands with millions more watching the action on television and through live streaming apps. Are you a lover of the speed of the Formula 1 season that takes followers from Monaco to the United Kingdom or a fan of the drama of placing Nascar bets on the Daytona 500 and other major events on the schedule? There’s plenty throughout the year to hold your interest and keep you glued to the action. Followers of motorsports love to make predictions on the outcome of races or the… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes EQ Team Officially Announces Exit from Formula E

Giancarlo Perlas August 18, 2021

Moments after winning both the Formula E Drivers’ and Teams’ Championships, rumors immediately surfaced that the Mercedes EQ Team is quitting the sport. Recently, an official announcement has been made confirming the earlier report. According to Motorsport, the group is joining Audi, BMW, and Renault in exiting Formula E. However, the team clarified that they will still be racing there until the end of the 2022 season. Previously, Mercedes motorsport boss Toto Wolff already hinted about the subject citing “marketing and communications platform” as reasons. Following the announcement, he stated they will reallocate the funds from Formula E in the development of the brand’s road vehicles and F1 cars. In… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes EQ Wins Formula E Championship but is Quitting the Sport

Giancarlo Perlas August 16, 2021

The Mercedes EQ team makes history as it bags both the Teams’ and Drivers’ Championships at Formula E. However, the three-pointed star marque is rumored to quit the sport this year. Formula E had a great pitch to manufacturers when it was conceptualized because it offered an easy and affordable way to build and race using electric cars. On paper, it sounds like a good alternative to F1, but it reportedly failed to gain significant traction despite having a lot of popular manufacturers on board. Therefore, Motorsport said that the team will join Audi, BMW, and Renault in quitting the series following a decision from the Daimler board. The announcement… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-Benz EQ Silver Arrow 01 Unveiled in Geneva

Giancarlo Perlas March 8, 2019

After much hype, the Formula E race car of Mercedes-Benz has been unveiled at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show. The electric race car is called the Mercedes-Benz EQ Silver Arrow 01. The EQ Silver Arrow 01 appeared in a special livery during its launch, which features a jet black paint with the Mercedes logo in front and EQ letterings. However, Mercedes reminds us that the race car only carries a teaser livery, and its final design will be shown before the season six opener of Formula E. The electric Silver Arrow is equipped with a 52 kWh battery pack. The unit produces 340 hp based on the practice and qualifying but… Continue Reading »

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