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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Spa sessions show Charlie has the Hart for racetrack
Rising Rivington motor racing star Charlie Hart continued to show his talent with his best showing of the 2025 GT4 European Series season so far, almost taking a stunning pole position but also scoring two fifth-place finishes at the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa week. The 16-year-old arrived in Belgium with his RAFA Racing by Race Lab team fresh off the back of a fighting display at Zandvoort, where he and co-driver Callum Davies both charged forward through the pack in their McLaren Artura GT4. The third of the six GT4 European Series events was the biggest one yet for the teenager, as the series supported the infamous Spa 24 Hours race at the historic Formula One circuit located within the Ardennes. Hart was among a massive field of cars competing for glory, held over two 60-minute races in front of massive crowds of 128,000 fans. A highlight of the event was the highly-regarded 'Spa Parade' which saw almost 200 GT3 and GT4 cars descend on the local town in the build-up to the race weekend itself. It was a hit with the fans, who gathered to take photos with the drivers and scoop up their very own limited edition signed posters of the pair. The Lancashire rookie then instantly showed his speed throughout the week's action on track. Hart went fastest of anyone during practice by a comfortable margin to lay his marker in the sand, backing it up with a close third in pre-qualifying. Conditions turned for the worst in qualifying as the rain arrived for Hart's 20-minute session. He tamed the spray and treacherous weather in style however, finishing second and only narrowly 0.086secs away from his first pole position in the series. The car would also start third for race two. Come the opening race of the week, Hart was given the task of starting the RAFA McLaren. On the outside line, he was edged down to fourth but still right in the fight for the lead throughout his stint. Two safety-car periods were frustrating, however, for Hart, who wanted to get back to racing against his rivals ahead sooner rather than later. He handed over to Davies in fourth, whereafter the car came home for a season-best fifth-placed finish. Hoping to better that again the following day, Hart was given the second stint on this occasion. They almost climbed up to P2 on the road after a strong start, but the race was soon neutralised after a heavy crash for several cars behind them in the pack. The clean-up operation meant only 30 minutes of racing could be achieved to fit the schedule, Hart jumping in the car while the number 812 sat third. He instantly went into battle with the BMW of Ricardo Van Der Ende, almost managing to pass the Dutchman around the outside at Les Combes, but being forced to take to the run-off area and slot in behind. He continued the chase all race, delayed in the battle as pit-stops cycled through. Finishing narrowly behind the podium finishers, the Silver-rated driver came home a similarly impressive fifth to match the race one result, again adding crucial points to move the crew up to ninth in the competitive Silver class standings with three meetings to go. Hart said: 'It was a really good weekend for us at Spa. We were definitely I'd say one of the quickest out there, and we were on it from the word go. 'I managed to top a session in practice, and then thought we had a good chance in qualifying, even in the conditions we had to deal with. 'I would have loved to have been on that pole position! But it was still a great result, and I'm sure that we'll have more chances to get that in the future. 'We were careful at the start as it's always going to be a bit messy with so many cars going into La Source and then Eau Rouge, but I would really have liked more green flag running in the car to try and make a difference in that first stint. 'We both did a solid job, and we can't complain too much with two good finishes. We're closing in on those podiums and wins now.'
News18
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Saiyaara Actor Ahaan Panday Broke Karan Johar's Heart?; Ajith Kumar's GT4 Car Crashes At Misano
Karan Johar says Saiyaara moved him to tears, calling it the return of epic love stories. Meanwhile, Ajith Kumar survives a crash at Italy's Misano World Circuit race. As Saiyaara continues to charm audiences and break records, Karan Johar has joined the long list of Bollywood celebrities praising the film — but his reaction is one of the most emotional yet. The filmmaker revealed that the film moved him to tears, not just for its story but for what it represents: the return of epic love stories to the big screen. He expressed deep pride in the team behind the film — including producer Akshai Widhani, director Mohit Suri, and the cast — while showering love on debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda for their stirring performances. Karan took to Instagram to share a heartfelt and glowing review of the film and its team. Ajith Kumar, known as much for his love of motorsports as for his blockbuster films, was involved in a crash during the GT4 European Series at Italy's Misano World Circuit. The actor-racer, who was participating in the second round of the championship, escaped the incident unharmed. However, he had to retire from the race following the mishap. For More: Ajith Kumar's GT4 Car Crashes At Misano, Actor Steps Out To Help Clear Debris | Watch Shilpa Shirodkar was once rumoured to have died during the shoot of Raghuveer. The 1995 film starred Suniel Shetty as the titular hero, alongside Shilpa Shirodkar, Suresh Oberoi, Sudha Chandran, Mohnish Bahl, Aruna Irani, Gulshan Grover, and Prem Chopra. During the film's shoot, a rumour was circulated that Shilpa had been shot dead. This created panic at the actress's house. However, she was later told by the makers that it was a promotional activity for the film. Farah Khan's cook Dilip needs no introduction. With the filmmaker-choreographer's YouTube vlogs and cooking videos, Dilip has become a household name and enjoys good popularity now. In a recent vlog, Farah Khan revealed that since their show has been working well on YouTube, she has shifted Dilip's kids to an English-medium school. One of Dilip's kids is also in culinary school, in training to be a chef. For More: Farah Khan On Shifting Cook Dilip's Kids To An English-Medium School: 'Show Is Working' Ajay Devgn is all set to return as Jassi in Son Of Sardaar 2, this time featuring Mrunal Thakur instead of Sonakshi Sinha. The film, which was previously scheduled for release on July 25, will now be released on August 1. Owing to the new release date, the film is slated to clash with Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri's Dhadak 2 at the box office. First Published: July 21, 2025, 21:58 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
NDTV
21-07-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Ajith Kumar's Car Crashes At GT4 European Series Race In Italy. Watch
New Delhi: Actor and professional racer Ajith Kumar met with an accident during the GT4 European Series in Italy. What's Happening The incident took place at the Misano circuit while he was competing in the second round of the championship. Ajith's car collided with a stationary vehicle on the track, leading to his withdrawal from the race. The actor did not sustain any injuries. A video from the scene shows Ajith stepping out of his car and helping the marshals clear debris from the track. The actor personally assisted the clean-up process following the crash. One of the race commentators noted, "Ajith Kumar out of the car, out of the race. It's the first significant bit of damage we've seen from him this year. He's a fine champ, he goes and helps the marshals clear up all the bodies. Not many drivers would do that." Out of the race with damage, but still happy to help with the clean-up. Full respect, Ajith Kumar 🫡 📺 #gt4europe I #gt4 — GT4 European Series (@gt4series) July 20, 2025 Background Known for his passion for motorsport, Ajith made his racing debut in 2003 and has since participated in several international events, including the 2010 Formula 2 Championship. He has raced in Germany, Malaysia and other countries. Ajith is now preparing for the third round of the GT4 European Series at the Spa-Francorchamps circuit in Belgium. Recently, he was honoured with the Padma Bhushan by the Government of India for his contributions to both cinema and motorsport. After a long break from racing, Ajith returned to the sport with renewed enthusiasm. On the film front, Ajith was last seen in Good Bad Ugly, directed by Adhik Ravichandran. The film is currently the highest-grossing Tamil release of 2025. He is on a break from acting at the moment, but reports suggest that his next project will once again be helmed by Ravichandran.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Ajith escapes unhurt in GT4 Italy crash, his affection for racing wins heart
Ajith Kumar starrer 'Good Bad Ugly', directed by Adhik Ravichandran , was released last April. Although the film received mixed reviews from fans, it became a box office success, grossing over Rs. 200 crore. Following this, it has been reported that he will be starring in a new film with the same director. Malayalam superstar Mohanlal is said to be playing the lead role in it, and talks are underway with Srinidhi Shetty of KGF fame for the lead role. Ajith resumes global racing with his own team Ajith, who is deeply interested in car racing beyond cinema, has been actively participating in international car races for the past few years. Although he took a break from car racing at one point, he has been participating in competitions held in various countries again since last January through his 'Ajith Kumar Racing' team. He has participated in numerous competitions, from Dubai to Portugal, and has achieved some notable successes. Ajith faces another accident Ajith, who recently participated in the GT4 European Series car race held in Italy, met with an accident with the car he was driving during the second round. While turning a bend, he collided head-on with a car with defective tires. Fortunately, Ajith was not injured. The scenes at that time were recorded on video and are going viral on social media. Ajith Kumar's calm reaction wins praise Those familiar with the accident are praising Ajith's calm and patient approach. Ajith was seen collecting his damaged portions of the car after the accident, and it shows the actor's love for his car and racing. It is noteworthy that he had an accident during test runs in some competitions held in Dubai and Spain so far. Despite all that, he is currently continuing his car racing journey with great enthusiasm.
News18
21-07-2025
- Automotive
- News18
Superstar Ajith Kumar crashes during GT4 European Series race
New Delhi, Jul 21 (PTI) Tamil superstar and avid racer Ajith Kumar crashed while participating in the GT4 European Series race in Italy on July 20. Following the crash, the actor helped the staff clear the debris. The incident took place at the Misano track in the second round of the series. The official X page of GT4 European Series posted a video of the aftermath of the crash. The actor crashed into a stationary car and did not sustain any injuries. The caption with the video read, 'Out of the race with damage, but still happy to help with the clean-up. Full respect, Ajith Kumar." 'Ajith Kumar out of the car, out of the race. It's the first significant bit of a damage we've seen from him this year. He's a fine champ, he goes and helps the marshals clear up all the body. Not many drivers would do that," a commentator can be heard saying. The 54-year-old actor, known for hits such as 'Mankatha", 'Billa", 'Varalaaru", 'Vaalee" and 'Viswasam", has participated in various races, including Germany and Malaysia. He drove in the 2003 Formula Asia BMW Championships as well as the 2010 Formula 2 Championship. view comments First Published: July 21, 2025, 13:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
