By Alex Gintz

Alex is the IndyCar Content Director at Frontstretch, having initially joined as an entry-level contributor in 2021. He also serves as Managing Director of The Asia Cable, a publication focused on the international affairs and politics of the Asia-Pacific region which he co-founded in 2023. With previous experience in China, Japan and Poland, Alex is particularly passionate about the international realm of motorsport and the politics that make the wheels turn - literally - behind the scenes.

Max Verstappen Ends 2023 F1 Season With Win in Abu Dhabi

November 26, 2023November 26, 2023 Alex Gintz

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The win is Verstappen’s 19th of the 2023 season.

Stonking Race Caps off Messy Las Vegas Weekend

November 19, 2023 Alex Gintz

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The Las Vegas Grand Prix weekend ended on a much needed high with a thrilling race.

Carlos Sainz Handed Grid Penalty After Las Vegas Manhole Cover Incident

November 17, 2023November 17, 2023 Alex Gintz

Carlos Sainz Scuderia Ferrari Formula 1 2023

(Photo: Ferrari Media)

The Spaniard was docked 10 starting spots after the Ferrari team was forced to replace many components of his car following an unusual collision with a manhole cover.

The Pit Straight: Will Racing Video Games Ever Be the Same?

November 14, 2023 Alex Gintz

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Jack Swansey and Alex Gintz tackle the state of motorsport gaming and what is to be expected for the future of the genre.

Max Verstappen Dominant Again for Win in Sao Paulo Grand Prix

November 5, 2023 Alex Gintz

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Verstappen has now won 17 of the 22 races on the F1 calendar.

Max Verstappen Bests Lando Norris for F1 Sprint Win in Brazil

November 4, 2023November 4, 2023 Alex Gintz

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Verstappen won the last Sprint of the season ahead of polesitter Lando Norris.

The Pit Straight: The Red Bull Conundrum Never Ends

October 31, 2023 Alex Gintz

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Alex Gintz and Tom Blackburn tackle one never-ending, seemingly inescapable question mark for Red Bull Racing.

Charles Leclerc Takes Pole for Mexico City Grand Prix

October 28, 2023 Alex Gintz

(Photo: FIA media)

Leclerc was followed by teammate Carlos Sainz for a Ferrari front-row lockout.

Max Verstappen Survives Brake Issues for Anxious Win in Texas

October 22, 2023 Alex Gintz

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Verstappen has won two of three American events on the 2023 schedule.

Max Verstappen Dominates F1 Sprint at COTA

October 21, 2023 Alex Gintz

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The win is Verstappen’s third Sprint triumph of 2023.

Inside IndyCar: Et Tu, Romain?

October 5, 2023 Alex Gintz

2023 Romain Grosjean Firestone Grand Prix Of Monterey Test By Joe Skibinski Ref Image Without Watermark M92868

(Photo: Joe Skibinski/Penske Entertainment)

Romain Grosjean’s pursuit of legal action against Andretti is only the latest in a slew of legal mix-ups which seem to have stalked open wheel racing.

F1 Midweek: Qatar Returns From 2022 Absence

October 4, 2023 Alex Gintz

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F1 will return to the Lusail circuit for the first time since 2021.