https://www.scmp.com/rss/321507/feed The 2015 Suncity Group Macau Grand Prix is the 62nd running of the motorsport event through the streets of Macau, held on 19 to 21 November 2015. It features a Formula Three Grand Prix, World Touring Car Championship races, a motorcycle race among others. One of the most iconic Formula Three races, some of the world’s best Formula One drivers have won the event. The 2014 race was won by Felix Rosenqvist, who is back to defend his title en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Swedish superman Felix Rosenqvist showed nerves of steel yesterday as he saw off a series of challenges to capture his second straight Macau Grand Prix. "It gets better every time," was the 24-year-old's flyer's immediate reaction to the feat. After a year that has also seen Rosenqvist race away with the FIA Formula Three European Championship, you might be thinking life couldn't seem any better for the SJM Theodore Racing by Prema Powerteam racer. And you just might be right. Even if you have... https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1881878/back-back-titles-fabulous-felix-blazes-glory-again-macau-grand?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1881878/back-back-titles-fabulous-felix-blazes-glory-again-macau-grand?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 22 Nov 2015 16:08:39 +0000 Maro Engel kept his cool and stayed well clear of all the mayhem as it unfolded in behind him to claim the inaugural staging of the FIA GT World Cup yesterday. "Unbelievable," said the German after lifting the trophy. "I'm so proud to be the first winner of this event." The victory made it two in a row for the 30-year-old after he took out last year's Macau GT Race - that race now being combined with the FIA GT World Cup - and came after there had been times on Friday when he was left wondering... https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1881876/maro-engel-makes-no-mistake-time-he-claims-inaugural-fia-gt-world?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1881876/maro-engel-makes-no-mistake-time-he-claims-inaugural-fia-gt-world?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 22 Nov 2015 15:06:32 +0000 It seems that even when things start to go wrong they always turn out right for Felix Rosenqvist as the Swede was handed pole position for Sunday's 62nd Macau Grand Prix. Last year's winner had escaped a five-car pile up just after the start of Saturday's qualifying and then watched Antonio Giovinazzi scream past him once the debris had been cleared. READ: Felix Rosenqvist plots his Macau defence But blame for the incident - which forced 2011 winner Daniel Juncadella into the wall just past the... https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1881647/felix-rosenqvist-escapes-five-car-pile-seal-macau-grand-prix-pole?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1881647/felix-rosenqvist-escapes-five-car-pile-seal-macau-grand-prix-pole?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 21 Nov 2015 18:01:40 +0000 The frantic pace of motorcycling doesn't usually call for patience, but Peter Hickman proved it's a virtue anytime and anywhere, as he raced away with yesterday's Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix. Pole-sitter Martin Jessopp had screamed away from the start on his Riders Motorcycles BMW and had clocked an impressive 2.5-second lead over his rivals after only one lap across the 6.2km Guia circuit. But Hickman was content to bide his time on his Briggs Equipment BMW after moving into second place on lap... https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1881675/peter-hickman-times-it-just-right-take-guia-honours-macau?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1881675/peter-hickman-times-it-just-right-take-guia-honours-macau?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 21 Nov 2015 17:14:50 +0000 Sweden's Felix Rosenqvist held off intense pressure from Spaniard Daniel Juncadella to grab pole position for the Suncity Group Formula 3 Macau Grand Prix. The reigning FIA European champion took pole position after securing the fastest time in the second qualifying session at the tricky 6.2km Guia circuit yesterday. When they told me on the radio that Dani was on a similar lap time to me, I had to put the next gear in Felix Rosenqvist The SJM Theodore Racing by Prema driver had been fastest... https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1881260/fast-felix-rosenqvist-switches-gear-land-pole-position-ahead?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1881260/fast-felix-rosenqvist-switches-gear-land-pole-position-ahead?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 20 Nov 2015 16:52:43 +0000 When the late call came for Daniel Juncadella he did not have to be asked twice and now the 2011 Macau Grand Prix champion is leading the assault on tomorrow's event for Fortec Motorsport. "That day meant more to me than just winning the race," recalled Juncadella of his win in Macau. "That day I realised I could be as good as anyone." From victory in Macau, Juncadella went on to claim the next year's FIA Formula Three European Championship as well as test drive for the Force India Formula One... https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1881263/daniel-juncadella-grateful-late-call-race-macau-gp?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1881263/daniel-juncadella-grateful-late-call-race-macau-gp?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 20 Nov 2015 16:30:15 +0000 Martin Jessopp was given a blessing from "the king" earlier this week and he duly rose to the occasion, a nerveless display of precision riding yesterday ensuring he will start Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix from pole position. Eight-time winner - and the undisputed King of Macau - Michael Rutter had declared Jessopp as one of the riders to watch in what is a star-studded field gathered for the 49th edition of the event - and the Blade showed once again he knows what he's talking about when it... https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1881258/grid-locked-martin-jessopp-swipes-pole-blade-macau-motorcycle-gp?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1881258/grid-locked-martin-jessopp-swipes-pole-blade-macau-motorcycle-gp?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 20 Nov 2015 16:30:08 +0000 Michael Rutter is among the many who return to Macau, look around in awe at how quickly and massively the place has changed, and duly wonder where all the years have gone. And can you blame the man? It was in 1994 that Rutter first tackled the Guia circuit and tomorrow's edition of the Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix will mark the 21st time the British rider will thrill the crowds. Along the way, Rutter has collected a record eight titles, countless friends, and anecdotes fit to fill a few... https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1880682/age-just-number-43-year-old-blade-michael-rutter-still-has-edge?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1880682/age-just-number-43-year-old-blade-michael-rutter-still-has-edge?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 19 Nov 2015 17:15:15 +0000 Andy Chang Wing-chung grew up with the constant din of Macau traffic humming in his ears, so it's little wonder he has been dreaming about winning his home town's marquee motor sport event for as long as he has gathered memories. "Macau is my home, so to be here at the grand prix is a thrill and I can't wait to get out there and race," said the 19-year-old who is lining up as the sole local representative in the 62nd staging of the Macau Grand Prix. Last year, on debut, Chang finished 19th out... https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1880680/andy-chang-flying-flag-locals-62nd-edition-macau-grand-prix?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1880680/andy-chang-flying-flag-locals-62nd-edition-macau-grand-prix?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 19 Nov 2015 16:30:30 +0000 The word was that Felix Rosenqvist had taken in his stride the fanfare that greeted his victory in last year's Macau Grand Prix, and that the young Swede had reacted to capturing this year's FIA European F3 Championship in much the same manner. Proof has been found out on the streets of the city this week - literally - as the 24-year-old has been refamiliarising himself with the Guia circuit, for the most part left alone with just his thoughts for company. I've come here quite relaxed and I've... https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1880278/year-after-his-macau-gp-win-felix-rosenqvist-walks-guia-circuit?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1880278/year-after-his-macau-gp-win-felix-rosenqvist-walks-guia-circuit?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Nov 2015 15:00:15 +0000 Teenager Charles Leclerc has arrived for the 62nd Macau Grand Prix with the world of motor sport seemingly at his feet after a breakthrough season that saw him named the FIA European F3 rookie of the year. Four wins for the season in Europe – and eight podium finishes in his first nine races in the senior ranks – have had the F3 faithful heralding the talent shown by the 18-year-old Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR) driver. I want to arrive in Formula One when I am more than ready and Formula 3 is a... https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1879946/teen-racer-charles-leclerc-raring-go-macau-one-sports-hot-new?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1879946/teen-racer-charles-leclerc-raring-go-macau-one-sports-hot-new?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 17 Nov 2015 14:12:56 +0000 Inspired by New Zealand winning a record third Rugby World Cup and buoyed by his own success, Earl Bamber will return to the Macau Grand Prix in unstoppable form. As the reigning Le Mans champion, 25-year-old New Zealander Bamber seems to have the world at his feet and he continues his quest to be the best next weekend in the Macau GT Cup/FIA GT World Cup after a breakout season with Porsche. Macau is one of my favourite circuits in the world. The circuit's demands are very different compared to... https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1878874/all-blacks-win-inspires-earl-bamber-extend-his-success-year?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1878874/all-blacks-win-inspires-earl-bamber-extend-his-success-year?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 14 Nov 2015 14:45:30 +0000 Four-time Macau Grand Prix motorcycle champion Stuart Easton will attempt to defend his title in his first race since a crash in July almost cost him his life. The 32-year-old Scot said he was “very lucky” to be alive after a spectacular crash ended his British Superbike Championship campaign in round six at Brands Hatch in England in July. He suffered a leg fracture and damaged knee. I tried to ride [again] but I wasn’t able to do so. This will be my first time riding since the injury Stuart... https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1877892/comeback-kid-easton-aims-defend-macau-motorcycle-grand-prix-title?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1877892/comeback-kid-easton-aims-defend-macau-motorcycle-grand-prix-title?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 11 Nov 2015 13:00:30 +0000 Ice-cool Swede Felix Rosenqvist will be taking it easy when he defends his Macau Grand Prix title, saying he has nothing left to prove after scaling the summit last year. In 2014, the Swede had something to prove having tried and failed to win the blue riband race on four previous occasions, but he finally nailed the one race he had dreamed of winning. This time around it's very different. I arrive without any pressure at all and I know what I'm capable of  Felix Rosenqvist Aiming to emulate... https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1876644/defending-macau-grand-prix-champion-felix-rosenqvist-says-he-has?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/other-sport/article/1876644/defending-macau-grand-prix-champion-felix-rosenqvist-says-he-has?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 07 Nov 2015 17:15:15 +0000 The learning curve has been steep and humbling in Europe, but Hong Kong teenage racer Matthew Solomon is far from discouraged as prepares to take on the big boys at this month's 62nd Macau Grand Prix. Solomon learned the harsh realities of racing at the top as he struggled to hold his own in the European Championship, the toughest F3 event in the world, but he can look forward to racing on his "home" track in the blue riband race on November 22. My sights are still fully focused on reaching the... https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/1876645/steep-learning-curve-hong-kong-teenage-racer-matthew-solomon?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/1876645/steep-learning-curve-hong-kong-teenage-racer-matthew-solomon?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 07 Nov 2015 17:00:00 +0000