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A rainy, foggy night in the Eifel mountains of Germany. Crowds huddle against the armco, hoods up, beers in hand. Then – amidst the darkness – the distant howl of GT3 engines. The sound...
After much deliberation, the FIA has confirmed the regulation changes to be introduced from the Miami Grand Prix. It’s very much a case of tweaking rather than tearing up the rulebook, as the...
Imagine a qualifying lap where the fastest way around the track involves not going flat out. Where a driver, chasing every thousandth, deliberately lifts in certain sectors to manage energy...
Ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix, shock reports emerged that Max Verstappen was considering his future in Formula 1. The four-time world champion had been a vocal critic of the sport’s new...
Mercedes didn’t identify Kimi Antonelli to be a support act. They signed him at 12, fast-tracked him past Formula 3 entirely, and handed him Lewis Hamilton’s seat at 18. That’s not...
Following a highly anticipated buildup and months of off-track politics, the 2026 season finally kicked off at the Australian Grand Prix. It’s fair to say it has everyone talking – though...
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BackmarkerSPORTS: The home of armchair sports journalism
As a self-avowed sports addict, I needed an outlet for my ramblings about sport. Since nobody would listen, I launched BackmarkerSPORTS—a journal where I share my unfiltered armchair thoughts, analyses, and opinions on everything from big matches to the deeper questions in the world of sport. You won’t find any corporate jargon here—just honest views from a fan’s perspective. Whether you’re a fellow supporter or simply seeking a fresh take on sports, I invite you to pull up a chair and join the conversation.
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