UMBF NEWS
Year in Review 2024 Supercars Championship
The 2024 Supercars Championship was a thrilling season marked by Will Brown's Drivers' Championship win with Red Bull Ampol Racing, Triple Eight's continued dominance, and memorable races like the Bathurst 1000, showcasing fierce competition in the Supercars Championship
Sergio Perez is Dropped by Redbull for New Zealand Superstar Liam Lawson
Liam Lawson has been announced as Sergio Perez's replacement at Red Bull Racing for 2025, fulfilling a lifelong dream and joining Max Verstappen after impressing with his performances and rapid ascent through Red Bull's junior program.
Estaban Ocon gets dropped by Alpine in Favour of New Driver Jack Doohan
Esteban Ocon expressed disappointment over his abrupt Alpine F1 exit, reflecting on his achievements with the team while wishing rookie Jack Doohan success in his Abu Dhabi debut.
Mclaren Vs Ferrari for the Constructers World Title
McLaren leads Ferrari by 21 points in the 2024 World Constructors' Championship and needs a strong double-points finish in Abu Dhabi to secure their first title since 1998, while Ferrari requires a one-two finish and McLaren to falter for a chance at the crown.
Jorge Martin becomes MotoGP World Champion and takes the Number one to Aprillia
Jorge Martin clinched the 2024 MotoGP™ World Championship with a third-place finish in Barcelona, becoming the first Independent Team rider to win the title, while Francesco Bagnaia secured his 11th season victory, and Marc Marquez celebrated a strong second place.
Will Brown becomes Supercars Champion
Will Brown clinched the 2024 Supercars Championship title with a strategic drive to second place behind teammate Broc Feeney in the Adelaide 500 opener, marking a triumphant 1-2 finish for Triple Eight.
It comes down to this Brock VS Brown for the Supercars Championship
Will Brown and Broc Feeney, teammates at Triple Eight Race Engineering, face off in a thrilling Supercars championship finale at the Adelaide 500, with Brown's consistent podium finishes giving him a points edge, but Feeney needing a flawless weekend to potentially steal the title.
The Maniac is back Andrea Iannone returns to MotoGP to Replace injured Fabio Di Giannantonio
Andrea Iannone is making a passionate return to MotoGP after five years, filling in for Fabio Di Giannantonio on Valentino Rossi’s VR46 team, thanks to Rossi’s unexpected invitation, and is excited to experience the thrill of MotoGP once again without pressure to win.
Marc Marquez takes a Dramatic Victory at Phillip Island
Marc Marquez triumphed at the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix after an intense battle with Jorge Martin, who extended his championship lead over Francesco Bagnaia, who finished third.
Jorge Martin Dominates the Sprint Race at Phillip Island
Jorge Martin dominated the Phillip Island sprint race, while crashes involving Jack Miller, Johann Zarco, Alex Marquez, Marco Bezzecchi, Maverick Viñales, and Brad Binder added drama to an intense battle for positions.
Jorge Martin Takes a Dominant Pole Position in the Dying moments of Qualifying
Jorge Martin secured pole position at Phillip Island ahead of Marc Marquez and Maverick Viñales, while championship contender Francesco Bagnaia starts from fifth, and surprises included Pedro Acosta and Jack Miller struggling in Q1, qualifying 15th and 16th respectively.
Richie Stanaway gets his Supercars career saved by PremiAir Racing
PremiAir Nulon Racing has signed Richie Stanaway to race full-time in the 2025 Supercars Championship, replacing the retiring Tim Slade and reuniting Stanaway with former teammate James Golding.
Wet and Drmatic Friday at Phillip Island
Friday's action at Phillip Island saw Marc Marquez top MotoGP™ Practice, leading a Ducati 1-2-3, while in Moto2 Fermin Aldeguer set the pace and Angel Piqueras dominated Moto3, with Australian riders Kelso and Agius showing promise in challenging conditions.
The Roar of the Island is Here Australian Grand Prix Preview
The 2024 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix at Phillip Island promises a thrilling showdown between Jorge Martin and Francesco Bagnaia for the championship title, with fierce competition from rising star Pedro Acosta and fan-favorite Jack Miller pushing for a home victory.
Ricciardo given the door by Redbull to bring in rising young gun Liam Lawson for the rest of the 2024 F1 season
Daniel Ricciardo's Formula One career has come to an end, with Red Bull confirming his replacement by reserve driver Liam Lawson for the remainder of the season after 257 races and eight Grand Prix wins.
Jack Miller gets a lifeline ride with his old Team Pramac Racing for 2025
Jack Miller returns to Pramac Racing for the 2025 MotoGP season, reuniting with the team he previously raced for from 2018 to 2020, this time on Yamaha machinery, as Pramac switches manufacturers to challenge for podiums.
Danilo Petrucci Finally Takes Victory in WSBK
Danilo Petrucci made history at Cremona by claiming his maiden WorldSBK victory, becoming the first rider to win across MotoGP, WorldSBK, STK1000, STK600, MotoAmerica, and a Dakar Rally stage.
Yamaha Reveal New R1 a Bold step into bringing them back to the Top of the Grid
Yamaha has unveiled an updated R1 WorldSBK bike with aerodynamic and performance enhancements, aiming to close the competitive gap and gather crucial data for 2025 development.
Toyota and Walkinshaw join forces to create a Supra Supercar for 2026
Toyota will enter the Supercars Championship in 2026 with a V8-powered GR Supra, partnering with Walkinshaw Andretti United, marking the brand's return to Australian touring car racing.
Adrien Newey Design powerhouse for Redbull makes desision to join Aston Martin
Adrian Newey, renowned F1 designer, will join Aston Martin in 2025 as managing technical partner, bringing his expertise to the team in a high-profile move worth AUD $39.12 million annually, aimed at helping them compete for championships.