Welcome to Lovecars On the Grid, the global motorsport podcast with Paul Woodman and Tiff Needell, as we dive into an adrenaline-fueled weekend of motor racing action where motorsport enthusiasts were treated to an array of exhilarating races across multiple continents.

From MotoGP's prestigious event at Assen in Holland to the challenging WRC rally in Kenya, the IMSA sportscars, NASCAR, and Formula E battles in America, the progress of the F1 Academy at Zandvoort in Holland, and the riveting races at Silverstone featuring F4, Britcar, BEC, and Caterham championships

The Cathedral of Speed, Assen, played host to a gripping round of the MotoGP championship. As riders battled for supremacy on the legendary Circuit, fans were treated to breathtaking overtakes and edge-of-the-seat action and finally a win for Britains Jake Denis!

The World Rally Championship ventured into the rugged terrains of Kenya for a challenging event that tested drivers' skill and resilience. Amidst the breathtaking landscapes, competitors tackled treacherous off-road sections and showcased their mastery of high-speed rallying. It was Toyota top of the tree with Sébastien Ogier winning the epic African event ahead of team-mates Kalle Rovanperä, Elfyn Evans and Takamoto Katsuta.

Across the pond, motorsport enthusiasts were spoiled for choice with a trio of thrilling events. The IMSA sportscars delivered high-speed battles, as renowned manufacturers and teams battled for supremacy on iconic American circuits. NASCAR showcased its captivating wheel-to-wheel racing, with drivers pushing their limits in a quest for victory and a win for the melon man. Formula E, the all-electric championship, impressed fans with its cutting-edge technology and fierce competition on urban street circuits, but is this real racing - or more "lift and coasting"?

Returning to Holland, we shift our focus to the progress of the talented F1 Academy ladies at Zandvoort. These rising stars in the motorsport world demonstrated their skills as they honed their craft on the iconic Dutch circuit.

Silverstone provided the stage for a captivating weekend of racing action. The F4 championship showcased the talents of young aspiring drivers, with wins for Coskun Irfan, Noah Lisle and James Piszcyk.

While the Britcar championship captivated spectators with its endurance racing battles - and again - a very unlucky Jade Edwards, of BTCC fame - but the race was finally won by Alex Van Nederveen.

The British Endurance Championship (BEC) pushed teams and drivers to their limits in grueling multi-hour races with 6 different classes, but an overall win for PB Racing in the R8 GT3, driven by Peter Erceg and Marcus Clutton.

The Caterham championship thrilled fans with its intense battles on the GP track. Wins in Roadsport for Ed Cozzi and championship leader, Ben Timmons.
It was a clean sweep in 270s with Fred Chiddicks sticking it on pole, and winning all 3 races.
In 310s it was Germany 2-1 England - another win for Dominic Mansperger, also Harry Cook and Lars Hoffman.