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Don’t quit.

That’s the straight-up advice from Rob Howden — Series Development Director and the unmistakable voice of the USF Pro Championships. This week, you’ll actually get to hear from Rob himself as he joins me on Episode 2 of the Motorsport Prospects Podcast.

I’ve also got a bunch of fresh updates from a jam-packed week of News Racers Can Use, plus a look back at the life and legacy of F1 legend Guy Ligier.

Let’s get into it!

More Than Equal Program Signs New Drivers

More Than Equal continues to shape its future with its Driver Development Program welcoming new talent this week. You’ll find all the details in the latest Driver Development Roundup, along with Enzo Mucci’s thoughts on what it truly means to be “outstanding,” why Alex Wurz’s sons are racing in Japan, and much more from the world of driver development. Click here to read it all.

IndyCar Driver Christian Rasmussen Works to Overcome Million-Dollar Debt

Christian Rasmussen is working to pay off a 7-figure debt incurred in his motorsport journey to IndyCar and you will learn how he got there in last week’s Business of Being a Race Driver. I also have tips on getting motorsport sponsorship and more! Click here to read all the details.

No Quitters: The Mindset of a Pro Racer

Want to become a pro race driver? Then quitting isn’t an option. In last week's episode of the Motorsport Prospects Podcast, I talk with Rob Howden, series Development Director and the voice of the USF Pro Championships, about the mindset needed to climb the motorsport ladder. Rob shares real stories of young drivers who pushed through failure, stayed disciplined, and made it to the next level. We explore the grit, focus, and resilience that define future IndyCar stars — and why true racers never lift off when things get tough. Click here to listen.

GT Summer Series Looks to Expand the European GT Landscape

The GT Summer Series is launching this summer, and they are hoping to redefine GT racing in Europe in 2026 and you will find out how in last week’s Racecraft & Race Cars Roundup. I also have another great selection of racecraft tips and more! Click here to read get all the racecraft advice and much more!

Motorsport UK launches Cross Car Esports Cup With Real-World Racing Prize

Motorsport UK has launched the Cross Car Esports Cup, with the winner getting a real-world motorsport opportunity and last week’s Sim Racing Roundup has all the details. I also have advice on setting up a racing sim from Max Verstappen and much more! Click here to read all the latest sim racing news for those that want to race.

Formula E Becomes a Certified B Corp

Formula E has become a certified B Corp and, in last week’s Sustainable Motorsport Roundup you will find out why. I also have the details on how Mercedes F1 are continuing to push the sustainability envelope and much more! Click here to read the latest sustainable motorsport news.

Apple Leverages Its Ecosystem to Redefine F1 Coverage in the U.S.

Apple is preparing a sweeping overhaul of how Formula 1 is presented to U.S. audiences, using the full weight of its ecosystem to deliver a more immersive, technology-driven viewing experience and last week’s Business of Motorsport Roundup has the details. I also have comprehensive motorsport legal analysis, the latest sponsorship deals and much more. Click here to read about Apple's plans and more.

The Week Ahead

This week on Motorsport Prospects' News Racers Can Use blog you will find the following:

• Details on Audi's new driver development program.
• How to apply for F.F. Corse's GT Driver Academy.
• How to find your first sponsor.
• A hint on who the guest is on next week's podcast.
• How pros teach first-time racers.
• And much more!

Quote of the Week

“Throughout my whole racing career, I was always asked about being a woman in a man's world. Interestingly when you are in that world, there's no reason for it to be a man's world, there are successful women and I didn't find there to be any barriers to stop me from being successful.” - Susie Wolff

The Last Lap

MotorBuzz has a great feature on the legendary Guy Ligier, explaining how he started with nothing and ended up owning a Formula 1 team (with that gorgeous blue and white livery).

"Following the acquisition of the Matra F1 team's assets, Ligier entered Formula One with a Matra V12 powered car, and won the 1977 Swedish Grand Prix with Jacques Laffite. This is generally considered to have been the first all French victory in the Formula One World Championship as well as the first Formula One victory for a French licensed team and a French engine."

You can read the full story here.

To your success on track and off!

Mark Boudreau

Motorsport Solutions Architect at Motorsport Prospects