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 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

(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

(Photo: Lars Baron/Getty Images via Red Bull Content Pool)

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

The Pit Straight: A Journey Through the IndyCar Record Books

October 22, 2024October 3, 2023 Alex Gintz

(Photo: Chris Jones/Penske Entertainment)

The Pit Straight veers into the sinkhole of IndyCar history, with varying results.

Inside IndyCar: 2024 Schedule Roundtable

September 28, 2023 Alex Gintz

(Photo: Chris Owens/Penske Entertainment)

The Frontstretch IndyCar team consider the state of the 2024 IndyCar schedule.

The Pit Straight: Where Should the F1 Season End?

October 22, 2024September 26, 2023 Alex Gintz

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Jack Swansey and Alex Gintz deliberate on the ideal venue for F1’s season finale.

Slipstream Saturdays: The Case for Two Chinese Grands Prix

September 23, 2023 Alex Gintz

(Photo: Alex Gintz)

F1 and other series are continuously exploring the prospect of expanding their presence within or into China, the pinnacle of motorsport could lead the way.

Max Verstappen on Pole in Suzuka, Oscar Piastri 2nd

September 23, 2023 Alex Gintz

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Suzuka marked a returned to form for the championship leader.

The Pit Straight: Is Carlos Sainz a Number 1 Driver?

October 22, 2024September 19, 2023 Alex Gintz

Carlos Sainz Scuderia Ferrari Formula 1 2023

(Photo: Ferrari Media)

In his ninth season of Formula 1, Carlos Sainz looks to be beginning something of a personal renaissance. Jack Swansey and Alex Gintz ponder what’s next for the Spaniard.