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Erebus joins the greats by taking out both championships

Erebus Motorsport achieved a historic double in the 2023 Repco Supercars Championship, winning both the drivers' title with Brodie Kostecki and the teams' title, joining an elite group of only five other teams to accomplish this feat in the same year.

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Jack Smith will step back from Supercars in 2023

Jack Smith will leave full-time Supercars racing at the end of 2023, concluding a four-season stint with Brad Jones Racing since his debut in 2020, to be marked by his final race at the VAILO Adelaide 500.

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Aaron Seton to step down from Super two in 2023

Aaron Seton, the 25-year-old son of two-time Australian Touring Car Champion Glenn Seton, is stepping back from the Super2 Series after the 2023 season to focus on his new role as a partner in Gomersall Motorsport.

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Bathurst International wrap up

Bathurst International lead to a weekend of dramatic races across both TCR and National Trans Am Series, with Santiago Urrutia, Norbert Michelisz, Yann Ehrlacher, and James Moffat claiming notable victories, and Josh Buchan winning the 2023 TCR Australia title and James Moffat claiming the Trans Am title.

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General Motors registers to join Formula one in 2028

General Motors has registered with the FIA to join Formula 1 as an engine manufacturer from 2028, planning to enter through a partnership with Andretti Global's bid to form an 11th team, contingent on approval from Formula One Management.

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Pedro Acosta wins 2023 Moto2 world title

Pedro Acosta, a rising talent in motorcycle racing, secured the 2023 Moto2 world championship at the Malaysian Grand Prix and is set to move up to MotoGP with Tech3 in 2024, following a remarkable trajectory that includes a Moto3 title and a unique approach to his upcoming transition.

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Daniel Ricciardo has dream weekend in Mexico

Daniel Ricciardo hailed the Mexico Grand Prix as his dream weekend, securing seventh place and his first points since rejoining AlphaTauri, lifting the team to tie with Alfa Romeo in the constructors' championship.

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Ford Mustang shows good form at Gold Coast

Ford drivers express cautious optimism about the new Mustang aerodynamic package after Cam Waters and David Reynolds took out both victories at the Gold Coast 500, but concerns over vehicle parity and performance remain.

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Victorian state series head to Calder Park

The 2023 Victorian State Race Series concludes at Melbourne's Calder Park Raceway, marking the return after 15 years with thrilling competitions across nine categories.

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James Courtney will leave Tickford at the end of 2023

James Courtney is set to depart Tickford Racing at the end of 2023, potentially joining Blanchard Racing Team, amid significant changes within Tickford, including its decision to run only two cars in 2024.

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Ford Mustang has parity adjustment for Gold Coast 500

Adjustments to the Ford Mustang's rear wing, side skirt, and front fascia for the Boost Mobile Gold Coast 500 aim to reduce drag and redistribute downforce, enhancing performance on the track.

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Daniel Ricciardo has tough return at US Gran Prix

Daniel Ricciardo's return to Formula 1 in the United States Grand Prix was marred by a challenging race, hindered by a one-stop strategy, damage to his car, and ultimately finishing 15th.

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Supercars goes into championship mode leading into Gold Coast 500

As the 2023 Repco Supercars Championship nears its conclusion, Brodie Kostecki holds a strong lead, with Shane van Gisbergen as his main contender, and the championship may well be decided at the VAILO Adelaide 500, with Kostecki needing to extend his lead by 170 points during the Gold Coast weekend to secure the title.

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MotoGP heads to Phillip Island

The 2023 MotoGP championship race between Jorge Martin and Francesco Bagnaia will be defined by their performances at the Australian Grand Prix after Martin's recent surge and Bagnaia's calm composure in the face of pressure, making it a pivotal moment in the season.

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Marc Marquez to ride for Gresini Ducati for 2024

The Gresini Racing MotoGP™ team has announced the addition of multi-time World Champion Marc Marquez for the 2024 season, uniting him with his brother Alex, following his departure from Honda.

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