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Chloe Grant Column: Navigating the 2023 F1 Academy Season and Gearing Up for a Debut at CoTA in Texas

By Vince Pettit

October 20, 2023

2 Mins read

Chloe Grant reflects on her journey through the 2023 F1 Academy season, sharing her experiences from the recent race at Paul Ricard and her rigorous training regimen as she gears up for her debut at the Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas.

INTERVIEW: Austin Jones discusses "really hard" T3 championship battle

By Justin Nguyen

October 16, 2023

5 Mins read

From Morocco, twice-reigning Dakar Rally winner Austin Jones had a quick word with The Checkered Flag about his World Rally-Raid Championship T3 pursuit and the 2024 season.

Dakar Interviews World Rally-Raid Championship

INTERVIEW: Joao Ferreira "really, really looking forward" to new life at Can-Am

By Justin Nguyen

October 9, 2023

10 Mins read

João Ferreira, now at South Racing Can-Am for the 2024 Dakar Rally and World Rally-Raid Championship, sat down with The Checkered Flag to discuss his new home and upcoming T4 title pursuit.

Interviews Off Road

INTERVIEW: Dustin Jones on mission to prove "good guys can win"

By Justin Nguyen

October 3, 2023

19 Mins read

Can-Am factory racer Dustin Jones sat down with The Checkered Flag to discuss winning in the Can-Am Maverick R’s racing début, its long-anticipated reveal, and the UTV racing scene in 2023.

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Ross Wylie Column: 2023 racing season - triumphs, challenges, and championship hopes at Brands Hatch

By Ross Wylie

October 2, 2023

4 Mins read

As the 2023 racing season nears its conclusion, Ross Wylie reflects on his eventful journey and the challenges he’s faced along the way. In his own words, he discusses the highs and lows, from triumphant wins to unexpected setbacks.

FIA World Rallycross Interviews

INTERVIEW: Timmy and Kevin Hansen on the Past, Present, and Future of World Rallycross

By Ben Huntley

July 25, 2023

8 Mins read

Kevin and Timmy Hansen sat down with The Checkered Flag at Lydden Hill to chat about all things rallycross.

Extreme E FIA World Rally Championship Interviews

INTERVIEW: No WRC return "at the moment" as Sebastien Loeb prepares for Extreme E return

By Justin Nguyen

July 8, 2023

6 Mins read

While reigning Extreme E champion Sébastien Loeb gets ready for his first XE start of the year, he does not have plans to head back to the World Rally Championship at the moment.

Dakar Interviews

INTERVIEW: Justin Gerlach pursues Dakar Rally dream

By Justin Nguyen

June 27, 2023

14 Mins read

The Checkered Flag sat down with Justin Gerlach as he hopes to become the youngest German rider to compete at the Dakar Rally in 2024.

Interviews Rally US Rally

INTERVIEW: Brandon Semenuk closes in on second ARA title

By Justin Nguyen

June 17, 2023

15 Mins read

The Checkered Flag got to chat with American Rally Association points leader Brandon Semenuk on his perfect season so far, his mountain biking, and the post-Ken Block rally world.

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Chloe Grant Column: Progress and Challenges in the F1 Academy - A Thrilling Journey So Far

By Chloe Grant

June 14, 2023

4 Mins read

Chloe Grant shares her exhilarating journey in the F1 Academy, highlighting the progress she’s made and the challenges she’s faced along the way. All of this plus a guest appearance from Sir Chris hoy and Extreme E.

Dakar Interviews World Rally-Raid Championship

INTERVIEW: Sara Price breaks down 2024 Dakar Rally ticket, Mexico triple

By Justin Nguyen

May 14, 2023

12 Mins read

Sara Price, set for her Dakar Rally début in 2024, spoke with The Checkered Flag about qualifying by winning her class at the Sonora Rally, followed by running two more races immediately after.

Interviews Off Road

INTERVIEW: Dylan Parsons prepares for Pro SPEC jump in 2023

By Justin Nguyen

May 7, 2023

7 Mins read

Championship Off-Road driver Dylan Parsons, 2021 1600 Single Buggy champion and newcomer to Pro SPEC trucks, sat down with The Checkered Flag to discuss the upcoming season.

British Endurance Championship BTCC Features Maurice Henry Column

Maurice Henry Column: BTCC Racer

By Maurice Henry

April 21, 2023

3 Mins read

Maurice Henry talks about his latest move in the motorsport world, joining Team HARD. as he chases the BTCC dream.

Interviews Off Road

INTERVIEW: Rodrigo Ampudia recounts "confidence booster" San Felipe 250 win

By Justin Nguyen

April 15, 2023

9 Mins read

11 days after his San Felipe 250 win, Rodrigo Ampudia spoke with The Checkered Flag about the race’s difficulty, the development of Can-Am’s programme, and racing in Ken Block’s memory.

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Chloe Grant Column: From Karting to the F1 Academy

By Chloe Grant

April 13, 2023

5 Mins read

Chloe Grant is about to embark on the inaugural F1 Academy season in only her second full season of single seater racing. In her first column for The Checkered Flag she talks about her journey so far.

Interviews Off Road

INTERVIEW: IODA president Kelly Kuether outlines vision for sportsman short course

By Justin Nguyen

March 29, 2023

10 Mins read

With a month before the season opener, International Off-road Drivers Association president Kelly Kuether spoke with The Checkered Flag on the creation of the series, its mission, and goals for 2023 and beyond for Midwest sportsman short course racing.

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INTERVIEW: IndyCar's Conor Daly chases Daytona 500

By Justin Nguyen

February 11, 2023

12 Mins read

The Checkered Flag got to speak with IndyCar veteran Conor Daly as he gears up for the Daytona 500, including his 2023 NASCAR plans and the life of racing both series.

Chloe Grant Column: Navigating the 2023 F1 Academy Season and Gearing Up for a Debut at CoTA in Texas

INTERVIEW: Austin Jones discusses "really hard" T3 championship battle

INTERVIEW: Joao Ferreira "really, really looking forward" to new life at Can-Am

INTERVIEW: Dustin Jones on mission to prove "good guys can win"

Ross Wylie Column: 2023 racing season - triumphs, challenges, and championship hopes at Brands Hatch

INTERVIEW: Timmy and Kevin Hansen on the Past, Present, and Future of World Rallycross

INTERVIEW: No WRC return "at the moment" as Sebastien Loeb prepares for Extreme E return

INTERVIEW: Justin Gerlach pursues Dakar Rally dream

INTERVIEW: Brandon Semenuk closes in on second ARA title

Chloe Grant Column: Progress and Challenges in the F1 Academy - A Thrilling Journey So Far

INTERVIEW: Sara Price breaks down 2024 Dakar Rally ticket, Mexico triple

INTERVIEW: Dylan Parsons prepares for Pro SPEC jump in 2023

Maurice Henry Column: BTCC Racer

INTERVIEW: Rodrigo Ampudia recounts "confidence booster" San Felipe 250 win

Chloe Grant Column: From Karting to the F1 Academy

INTERVIEW: IODA president Kelly Kuether outlines vision for sportsman short course

INTERVIEW: IndyCar's Conor Daly chases Daytona 500

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