Highcock leaps to third in Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings

Francesco Bagnaia has declared the Italian Grand Prix at Mugello a critical moment for his 2025 MotoGP season, stating that a lack of pace this weekend would indicate deeper issues for him and Ducati. After a challenging weekend in Aragon, where he struggled until a late improvement, Bagnaia emphasizes the importance of performance at this pivotal race. Need More Context? 🔎

Bayer Leverkusen is in advanced talks with Liverpool to acquire defender Jarell Quansah. Meanwhile, playmaker Florian Wirtz has arrived in the UK to finalize his £100m transfer to the Premier League champions. Need More Context? 🔎

Formula 1's governing body, the FIA, has dismissed Sara Mariani, the director of Sustainability, Diversity, and Inclusion, after 18 months in her role. She announced her departure in an out-of-office email, expressing regret and fondness for her time with the organization. Need More Context? 🔎

Williams has extended Team Principal James Vowles' contract, reflecting the team's impressive performance this season, currently sitting fifth in the Constructors’ Championship with 55 points. Vowles' bold vision for transformation has garnered trust from drivers like Carlos Sainz Jr., as the team aims to reclaim its past glory with new regulations set for 2026. Need More Context? 🔎

Highly rated reigning Fiesta Junior champion Finn Leslie, 17, will make his British Touring Car Championship debut this weekend at Oulton Park, replacing Ronan Pearson in the Speedworks Motorsport-run Toyota Gazoo Racing UK team due to unexpected commercial challenges faced by Pearson. Leslie, a Yorkshire college student, steps into the role as Pearson had aspirations for the 2025 season. Need More Context? 🔎

Veteran team boss, engineer, and driver Ed Abbott is set to compete in this year's Roger Albert Clark Rally using a Jaguar XJS, a distinctive choice for the event. After successfully navigating three smaller forest rallies in 2024 with the 5.3-litre V12 Jaguar, Abbott has gained valuable experience in handling the car on gravel roads while avoiding ditches. Need More Context? 🔎