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RTÉ News
4 days ago
- Automotive
- RTÉ News
Alex Dunne stays top of F2 standings after fifth place finish in Barcelona
Ireland's Alex Dunne (Rodin Motorsport) continues to lead the FIA Formula 2 championship, the main support class to F1 race weekends, after a fifth-place finish in today's F2 feature race in Barcelona. Dunne started the second race of the weekend in Spain in eighth place on the grid, following a three-place penalty for an incident in the free practice session in which he collided with Victor Martins. The Offlay teenager eventually finished fifth with Britain's Arvid Lindblad converting pole position into his maiden Formula 2 feature race victory, also giving his Spanish team Campos Racing their first win on home soil in the Championship. Dunne, who is part of McLaren's driver development programme, picked up a bonus point on offer for registering the fastest lap of the race. Up ahead Lindblad was never threatened, leading home PREMA Racing's Sebastián Montoya who finished second and MP Motorsport's Richard Verschoor in third, after a late safety car was withdrawn on the final lap. Dunne's fifth place came after his incredible drive in Saturday's sprint race, where he swept aside grid penalties to climb from the back of the grid in 19th place to finish second and take the overall championship lead after six rounds. The Offalyman did had wait to see if the race stewards took any retrospective action for an alleged yellow flag infringement late on in the feature race, but he was exonerated and kept his fifth place finish and with it, the championship lead. The 19-year-old sits atop the F2 series standings ahead of this month's Austrian Grand Prix on 87 points, three clear of Richard Verschoor with Lindblad a further five points back in third. Speaking after his astonishing sprint race second placed finish Dunne said: "I think we've seen over the past couple of weekends that the pace is more than there, but sometimes you just need to accept that you are where you are, instead of trying to go for more. That is something we need to dial in a bit more in the coming weekends"
RTÉ News
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- RTÉ News
Alex Dunne grabs maiden F2 pole at prestigious Monaco Grand Prix
Alex Dunne has claimed his maiden pole position in FIA Formula 2 after setting the fastest time in Friday's qualifying session for the Monaco Grand Prix. The Offaly native, has already enjoyed a stellar season to date in the final feeder series leading to Formula One, winning the feature races in Bahrain and Imola, which has left him top of the drivers standings. The McLaren development driver has an opportunity to extend that championship lead at an iconic Monaco street circuit where qualification is more paramount than at any other venue. The 19-year-old, who drivers for the Rodin team in F2, made his way round the Monte Carlo streets in a time of 1:21.142 , three thousands of a second faster than Victor Martins of ART Grand Prix, which ensured that he will start from pole for Sunday's feature race. 🏁 CHEQUERED FLAG 🏁 BY THREE THOUSANDTHS OF A SECOND, ALEX DUNNE GRABS POLE!!! A 1:21.142 secures the championship leader pole position for Sunday's Feature Race #F2 #MonacoGP — Formula 2 (@Formula2) May 23, 2025 Next up for Dunne in Monaco will be Saturday's sprint race, before the feature race the following morning which will precede the F1 race.
The 42
18-05-2025
- Automotive
- The 42
Ireland's Alex Dunne powers to another Formula 2 win
IRELAND'S ALEX DUNNE has powered to another FIA Formula 2 victory. Racing for Rodin Motorsport at Imola, the Offaly 19-year-old timed his move to perfection to win for the second time in just over a month. Advertisement Dunne secured a first-ever F2 victory for Ireland at the Bahrain Grand Prix in April. The first Irish driver to compete on the circuit, he is top of the podium again today after a recent third-placed finish in Saudi Arabia. Dunne started fifth on the grid and bided his time before surging into the lead on lap 27 and holding his position thereafter. Luke Browning (Hitech TGR) finished second, with Dino Beganovic (Hitech TGR) taking third. The Clonbullogue native is now top of the F2 standings on 64 points after four rounds, with Browning next in line on 58. Monte Carlo stages the next race from 22-25 May. Dunne — a McLaren development driver — competed in Formula 3 last year but made the step up to F2 for 2025, the level directly below Formula 1.
RTÉ News
18-05-2025
- Automotive
- RTÉ News
Alex Dunne sparkles in Imola to notch another F2 victory
Ireland's Alex Dunne surged to another brilliant FIA Formula 2 victory on Sunday, timing his move to perfection to win at Imola for Rodin Motorsport. Dunne is the first Irish driver to compete in the F2 having secured a 2025 drive with the Rodin team. In April, the Offaly man claimed his first grand prix victory in F2 when he won in Bahrain. He followed that up with a third-placed finish in Saudi Arabia, and has now further strenghthened his position in the championship with a second race win of the campaign. He started fifth on the grid but bided his time before overtaking AIX Racing's Joshua Durksen on lap 27 to take a lead he would not relinquish. Luke Browning (Hitech TGR) was second, with Dino Beganovic (Hitech TGR) third. It leaves Dunne top of the standings on 64 points after four rounds ahead of Browing (58 points) and Richard Verschoor (MP Motorsport, 55 points). The next race takes place in Monte Carlo from 22 to 25 May. Earlier this month Dunne - part of the McLaren F1 driver development programme - was chosen to test a McLaren Formula One car at the Zandvoort seaside circuit in the Netherlands.
Khaleej Times
14-03-2025
- Automotive
- Khaleej Times
AIX Racing becomes first team to compete under the UAE flag in FIA Formula 2 and 3
AIX Racing has made a significant stride in the world of motorsport by becoming the first team to compete under the United Arab Emirates (UAE) flag in both FIA Formula 2 and Formula 3. This historic achievement marks a new chapter for UAE motorsport, as AIX Racing proudly represents the nation on the global stage. The team, founded by AIX Investment Group, is committed to delivering world-class performances and establishing itself as a force to be reckoned with in the sport. AIX Racing's dedication to innovation, cutting-edge technology, and excellence is at the heart of their ambition to compete at the highest level. "This is a moment of immense pride for our team and for UAE motorsport," said Morne Reinecke, team principal of AIX Racing and director of AIX Investment Group. "To be the first team to race under the UAE flag is an incredible honour, and we are determined to make this journey memorable. We have assembled a highly skilled team, and we are ready to showcase our talent on the international stage." AIX Racing was built on a foundation of innovation, resilience, and passion. With strong strategic partnerships and a clear vision for long-term success, the team is confident in its ability to make a lasting impact in both Formula 2 and Formula 3, with plans to progress into the elite levels of motorsport. As the team embarks on this exciting journey, AIX Racing invites fans, partners, and motorsport enthusiasts to celebrate this groundbreaking achievement. Together, they aim to elevate UAE motorsport to new heights and inspire the next generation of racers in the region.
