🏎 IROC Recharged

Posted by eRacr.gg January 10, 2024 in The Money Lap

Good morning! This has become the week of surprise announcements… IROC is coming back after an 18 year hiatus, Stewart Haas will sport a new logo and Kyle Larson makes a surprising return to the Chili Bowl. Here’s to an already exciting 2024!

🎥 The upcoming F1-based movie, starring Brad Pitt and produced by Lewis Hamilton, is set to continue filming in the United States

🚧 Monza has started key improvements in hopes of securing its long-term Formula 1 future

😳 Kyle Larson’s surprise return to the Chili Bowl

🆕 Stewart-Haas Racing unveils new logo

🎮 IndyCar and iRacing sign multiyear licensing agreement

Dakar 2024

Sebastien Loeb, nine-time World Rally champion, achieved a remarkable comeback by winning his first stage at the 2024 Dakar Rally. Overcoming early setbacks, he outpaced leaders Nasser Al-Attiyah and Yazeed Al-Rajhi in the critical final sections. Loeb’s victory, his 24th in Dakar, highlighted his resilience and skill. Meanwhile, Al-Rajhi retained his overall lead, while other contenders like Toyota’s Lucas Moraes and Seth Quintero faced challenges. With intense competition and more stages ahead, Loeb sits sixth overall, facing a significant gap to close in the ongoing rally.

Full Standings

3️⃣ Stage 3 Extended Highlights – Saudi takes the lead on home turf

4️⃣ Stage 4 Extended Highlights – Broken parts, broken hearts

💥 Dakar leader nearly collides with fan

🏍️ Motorbike and prototype crash in multi class collision

IROC is BACK

Racing executives @RayEvernham and @kauffmanrob form joint venture, acquire iconic IROC brand. Give us a follow to be the first to know about future developments!

— IROC (@irocofficial)
Jan 8, 2024

Ray Evernham and Rob Kauffman are resurrecting the International Race of Champions (IROC). Known for its global 🌎 showcase of top racing talent from 1973 to 2006, IROC is set for an exhilarating return. With Evernham’s three Cup titles 🏆 and Kauffman’s business acumen📚, this iconic series is geared up for an exciting future.

Plans are underway for an IROC event in 2024, featuring historic race cars in Mooresville, N.C. The series, once graced by legends like Mario Andretti and A.J. Foyt, and dominated by Mark Martin’s record achievements, is poised for a grand resurgence. “IROC Holdings has been formed to house the business operations with the intent to have an IROC racing event in 2024 with historic IROC race cars while exploring future opportunities” the release states, merging racing heritage with modern thrill. 🏁

More News

F1

📉 Las Vegas businesses seeking compensation after significant losses

✍️ Sauber Academy has signed German driver Carrie Schreiner

🔀 Tim Malyon appointed as new Sporting Director as FIA staff shake-up continues

🌍 Sky Sports is launching a new fan survey to create the ‘Greatest Track on Earth’

NASCAR

👴🏻 Kyle Larson doesn’t see himself racing full-time in NASCAR past his 30s

✈️ Wallace teams back up with the U.S. Air Force

🥃 Rebel Bourbon partners with Kyle Busch and RCR

🛻 Spencer Boyd forms new NASCAR truck team

Indycar

✍️ Santino Ferrucci finds a familiar home for 2024 ride

👀 Hildebrand Eyes Indy 500 Return

📆 IndyCar Explores Options for Texas Return

Global

🤩 WRC’s new points system is set to bring more excitement and strategy

3️⃣ Porsche Penske Motorsport is planning to expand its WEC attack to three cars for the Le Mans 24 Hours

🚫 Why Formula E’s Hyderabad E-Prix has been cancelled for 2024

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