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NZ Herald
16-05-2025
- Automotive
- NZ Herald
Kiwi racer Louis Sharp eyes comeback at Imola F3 round
Imola this weekend offers a good chance for Sharp to haul himself up the leaderboard as it's a track he's tested on before and knows pretty well. It's a bit of an old-school track reminiscent of some of the tracks he raced on during his GB3 campaign in the UK last year, and not unlike some he grew up on racing in New Zealand. 'Imola is a track I've been to before. Back 2023 I did the official test in F3, so I've had a taste of what it's like. 'It's an awesome track and like racing in the UK. It's a proper old-school circuit; it's tight, it's bumpy and fast and I really enjoyed it when I was testing. I'm looking forward to getting back out there and getting a good result. 'It is similar in a way to some New Zealand tracks, but Imola has a lot more undulation, is tight and has no room for error,' said Sharp. This weekend is the start of three intense race weekends for the Kiwi, starting at Imola before heading to Monaco and then Barcelona. If Sharp can get a good result this weekend, he and the team can start building some momentum for the run to the halfway point of the season. While Sharp hasn't been able to get to the pointy end of the field during a race just yet because of poor qualifying, the car has proven quick in practice, so he and the team are confident they have the speed. Now it's just a matter of taking advantage of that. 'We've got to put together a few good weekends where nothing goes wrong, and we should be okay. 'These are three iconic tracks and I'm looking forward to racing on all three of them. At the end of these three weeks half the season is over, so the season is flying by pretty quickly. 'As a team we are hoping to get something [momentum] going this weekend and that will carry into Monaco and then carry into Barcelona. 'As I said earlier, it's definitely not the start of a season we wanted, but there are plenty of races left in the series to get something going and build some good results,' he said. The FIA F3 championship has the best junior category drivers in the world conmpeting for the title. Sharp has won his previous two championships – British F4 and GB3 – so is no stranger to the heat of battle. 'It's definitely a very fierce championship in term of the competition. Obviously British F4 and GB3 are super competitive but this is a step up. I'm confident in the car, but the thing is there is very little practice available. 'You get two or three laps in practice and then it's straight into qualifying. Having experience in these cars and the tracks are definitely an advantage. 'It is what it is, and you just have to get on with it. I'm definitely enjoying it, that's for sure,' said Sharp.
Daily Mirror
16-05-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Formula E star's genius reason for using No22 is all because of Lewis Hamilton
Zane Maloney is the first driver from the Caribbean to race in a single-seater world championship - and he takes inspiration from Lewis Hamilton in a completely unique way Zane Maloney's choice of No.22 is all because of Lewis Hamilton. Seven-time F1 world champ Hamilton is Formula E rookie Maloney's biggest idol and when he was asked to pick what number he wanted on his car, he had a novel response. 'He's number 44 and I said that if I can be half as good as him, then I'm 22. Then it just stuck,' Maloney says. It is no wonder that Maloney looks up to Hamilton. The Boy from Barbados is making history as the first Caribbean driver in a single-seater world championship series. Hamilton broke barriers as the first black person ever to race at world championship level in F1, while he also has Caribbean roots, through his father's Grenadian background. 'When he went into F1 in 2007, I was only four years old. I was already just watching F1 for him,' Maloney says. 'Through my entire career, he is the one I have looked up to. 'He came to Barbados twice in 2016 and 2017 and I raced against him in a go-kart, which was a dream come true for my entire life. 'I will always look up to Lewis, he is the person that I will see as the best ever in Formula One for many reasons. He is the best and always will be.' Maloney, 21, was one of the most promising stars in the F2 and F3 feeder series but is yet to score a point in his Lola Abt Yamaha car since switching to all-electric racing. 'A lot of people think it's a step down from F1, a step down from F2, but it really isn't,' he says. 'If you look at the manufacturers and drivers down the grid, it's the best in the world.' And as the 21-year-old goes into Saturday morning's Tokyo E-Prix, he hopes to spread some West Indian joy across the paddock. Olympic icon Usain Bolt has already attended races and even driven a Formula E car, while pop star Rihanna has been in his Instagram direct messages and he has invited her to a race. 'I don't want to boast about it, but it's a cool thing,' Maloney says. 'We'll see what happens. I'm sure that she's very busy, so we'll see what can happen. '[Usain] could barely even fit in the car, so it was cool to see. I haven't really done much with him, but we have plans in place to do something later on, also with Rihanna. 'There's a lot of stars, a lot of big names from the Caribbean. Now, at this stage, I'd like to bring them over to some races and let them see my world.' Watch the Formula E Tokyo E-Prix live on ITV4 and Discovery+ from 6am. Race start 7am.
Time of India
29-04-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
T20 Mumbai League: Kapil Dev is brand ambassador of Sobo Mumbai Falcons
Kapil Dev MUMBAI: In a move that will surely attract eyeballs, Sobo Mumbai Falcons , one of the two new teams in the upcoming T20 Mumbai League , have signed up cricket legend and India's 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev as the team's brand ambassador, TOI has learnt. The side's head coach will be Mumbai senior men's team's head coach Omkar Salvi . Salvi is also the bowling coach of Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the ongoing IPL. Confirming the development, the team's co-owner Ameet Harjinder Gadhoke said, "Yes, Kapil Dev sir will be the face of our team. He has been the mentor of our racing team Mumbai Falcons since the last six years. Kapil sir will be there to guide the boys - he will be present in one or two practice sessions and will attend the team's matches in Mumbai. His mere presence will be a huge boost for our team." Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! For the record, the Mumbai Falcons racing team was founded in Nov 2019 by the Gadhoke Group . They entered the F3 Asian championship in 2021. It became the first Indian team to compete and finish in the top three in F3 Asian Championship with drivers Kush Maini and Jehan Daruvala. Who's that IPL player? On 20 February 2022, Mumbai Falcons secured a historic double victory in the Formula Regional Asian Championship in UAE winning both the Driver and Teams Championship. In 2023, the team clinched both titles in the inaugural Formula Regional Middle East Championship with Andrea Kimi Antonelli, who had replaced Lewis Hamilton in the Mercedes- Benz' F1 team, and the F4 UAE Championship with James Wharton. Poll Will Kapil Dev's presence positively impact the performance of Sobo Mumbai Falcons? No, it won't make much difference. Maybe, but it depends on the players. Definitely, his experience will help. The auction of the T20 Mumbai League's third edition will be held on May 7. The tournament, which is returning after a six-year break, will run from May 26 to June 8 at the Wankhede Stadium. Eight teams will compete for the title.
Associated Press
15-04-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
Segway's New Ninebot F3 KickScooter Now Available for Purchase
The newest model in Segway's F-Series upgrades your everyday commute with a smoother, smarter ride and is now available at and select retailers ARCADIA, Calif., April 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Segway, recently named No. 1 in global electric kick-scooter (eKickScooter) sales with more than 13 million sold worldwide, has launched its latest commuter series scooter, the Ninebot eKickScooter F3. The newest addition to the brand's popular mid-level F-series line is going faster and farther than its predecessor. Following a successful pre-order period, the F3 is now available for purchase at a limited-time price of $699.99 ($849.99 MSRP) through April 27. Upgraded with the latest smart technologies like Map Navigation and Caller ID, and an intuitive and compact design, the new Ninebot F3 is tailor-made for the tech-savvy commuter. It also levels up with new features like AirLock proximity unlocking, Apple Find My compatibility, a 6-Watt auto-headlight and SegRange range-extending technology. 'As leaders in the personal transportation space, we're not only innovating for the future, but innovating for every day,' said Tom Hebert, VP of Sales at Segway. 'The F3 is the latest in our popular commuter scooter series. With each iteration of our scooters, we hope to make every ride a little bit better. Whether commuters riding to work, college students riding to class, or anyone just looking for some fun, our new F3 will deliver greater comfort, convenience and efficiency.' Designed with the daily commute in mind, the F3 features 1,000 Watts of max power and a 44-mile range along with a smoother riding experience thanks to front hydraulic and rear elastomer suspension, a larger footboard, 10-inch self-sealing tires and SegRide stability enhancement. It also features a new lock rim on the front of the frame to make it easier than ever to secure with standard cable or chain locks. And with a redesigned folding mechanism and weighing just over 40 pounds, the F3 can easily go wherever its rider does. The F3 offers a premium riding experience packed with incredible technology and features alongside Segway's signature styling and build quality at an incredible value. The F3 is the latest innovation in Segway's third generation e-scooter lineup, following the recently released Segway Superscooter GT3 and flagship Segway eKickScooter MAX G3. Customers can now order the F3 at an exclusive price of $699.99 ($849.99 MSRP) at as well as at trusted retailers including and Amazon. F3 FEATURES & SPECS From April 15 through May 11, existing Segway customers can also sign up to receive free exclusive Service Rewards including a service package ($129 value), shipping protection ($34 value) and a six-month warranty extension ($95 value). Eligible products include the new F3, Segway Ninebot MAX G3 eKickScooter, Segway GT3 Superscooter and Segway ZT3 Pro all-terrain eKickScooter. Customers can take advantage of this special, limited-time offer at About Segway Segway transformed micromobility in 1999 with the revolutionary Personal Transporter, igniting global curiosity about the future of personal transportation. With a mission of 'Simply Moving,' Segway is dedicated to simplifying how people and goods move, improving efficiency and enhancing the overall experience of everyday life. For decades, Segway has continuously set new benchmarks in short-distance transportation and consumer robotics, constantly pushing the boundaries of innovation. Today, as the global leader in micromobility solutions, Segway's offerings have evolved far beyond its origins. From e-scooters and GoKarts to e-bikes, powersports vehicles and personal robots, Segway is pioneering the future of mobility with breakthrough technology, delivering innovative products that redefine the way we move. Discover more at Media Contact: [email protected] View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Segway Inc.
Daily Tribune
13-04-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
F3: Tsolov ties all-time record in Bahrain Sprint showdown
Nikola Tsolov powered to his fourth FIA Formula 3 victory, holding off a fierce late challenge from rookie Freddie Slater to win the Sakhir Sprint Race under the desert sun. Starting fifth on the grid, the Bulgarian Red Bull junior made quick work of the field, overtaking polesitter Joshua Dufek by Lap 9 to move into second. What followed was a multi-lap tactical scrap with AIX Racing's Slater, who had taken the lead early on. Tsolov eventually made the decisive move down the inside at Turn 1 and resisted mounting pressure from Slater—particularly after a late Safety Car restart—to seal the win and match the all-time record for F3 victories. Ferrari junior Tuukka Taponen grabbed third for ART Grand Prix, earning his maiden podium in the category. Behind him, Callum Voisin took fourth for Rodin Motorsport, while Martinius Stenshorne of Hitech TGR rounded out the top five. MP Motorsport teammates Tim Tramnitz and Alessandro Giusti finished sixth and seventh, with DAMS Lucas Oil's Christian Ho crossing the line in eighth to become the first Singaporean to score points in Formula 3. TRIDENT's Charlie Wurz and Noah Stromsted completed the top ten, while their teammate Rafael Camara battled back to P12 after a sluggish start. The Brazilian will start from pole in the Feature Race, scheduled for 12:55 local time.
