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Michelisz reveals his bite-avoidance strategy in WTCR

Former King of WTCR Norbert Michelisz says the best way to avoid getting ‘bitten’ by the Nürburgring Nordschleife is not to “underestimate the challenge of the track”. The 25.378-kilometre Nürburgring Nordschleife is ranked as the world’s toughest track and hosts the WTCR – FIA World Touring Car Cup for the fifth season running from May 26-28. Ad/> Michelisz, who forms part of the two-strong BRC Hyundai N Squadra Corse line-up alongside Mikel Azcona, is a Nürburgring winner and eager to savour more success this weekend following a tough start to his season at Circuit de Pau-Ville earlier this month.

F1 bosses 'looking to pull away from FIA' amid ongoing Lewis Hamilton row

F1 bosses are reportedly considering an attempt to pull away from the FIA as the governing body's jewellery spat with Lewis Hamilton continues. There are growing frustrations over the FIA's running of the sport, and the feud with Hamilton has been just one of a few examples where drivers have shared their discontent.

Alonso clears air with FIA president Ben Sulayem after criticism

In Florida, Alonso dropped out of the points when he was handed a penalty for gaining an advantage by going off track when battling with Mick Schumacher.

Steiner explains Haas pace despite lack of F1 upgrades at Spanish GP

Kevin Magnussen qualified eighth in Barcelona less than a tenth behind Valtteri Bottas, whose Alfa Romeo team had brought a whole slew of upgrades to the Spanish round.

Alonso to start Spanish GP from back of grid after taking new F1 power unit

Alonso struggled with traffic and the timing of his final lap in the opening stage of qualifying on Saturday in Barcelona, causing him to finish a lowly 17th and drop out in Q1.

Norris’ sleep and energy levels ‘worst I’ve had in a long time’

Lando Norris has revealed he was suffering from vision and sickness problems after qualifying 11th for the Spanish Grand Prix.

Vettel: Aston Martin F1 concept switch is right call despite Q1 exit

After some early season struggles, Aston Martin elected to introduce a major revamp of its AMR22 for this weekend’s race in Barcelona.

How they stand in WTCR

Following the all-action start to the 2022 WTCR – FIA World Touring Car Cup at Circuit de Pau-Ville earlier this month, here’s a reminder of provisional standings heading to next week’s WTCR Race of Germany on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. WTCR − FIA World Touring Car Cup for Drivers: Provisional standings after Round 2 of 20Goodyear #FollowTheLeader: Néstor Girolami, 49 points 2 Esteban Guerrieri, 42 points 3 Mikel Azcona, 41 points 4 Santiago Urrutia, 30 points 5 Ma Qing Hua, 30 points Ad/> WTCR − FIA World Touring Car Cup for Teams: Provisional standings after Round 2 of 201 ALL-INKL.COM Münnich Motorsport, 91 points 2 BRC Hyundai N Squadra Corse, 48 3 Cyan Racing Lynk & Co, 47 4 Cyan Performance Lynk & Co, 37 5 Comtoyou DHL Team Audi Sport, 29 WTCRWTCR Race of Germany essentialsYESTERDAY AT 04:05 WTCR Trophy: Provisional standings after Round 2 of 201 Rob Huff, 17 points 2 Tom Coonel, 13 3 Dániel Nagy, 12 4 Mehdi Bennani, 10 ClickHEREfor the full provisional standings.

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Michelisz reveals his bite-avoidance strategy in WTCR

F1 bosses 'looking to pull away from FIA' amid ongoing Lewis Hamilton row

Alonso clears air with FIA president Ben Sulayem after criticism

Steiner explains Haas pace despite lack of F1 upgrades at Spanish GP

Alonso to start Spanish GP from back of grid after taking new F1 power unit

Norris’ sleep and energy levels ‘worst I’ve had in a long time’

Vettel: Aston Martin F1 concept switch is right call despite Q1 exit

How they stand in WTCR