Adam Wheeler
@adamwheeler99.bsky.social
Motorcycle racing writer. MotoGP, MXGP & more. Author of 'Motorcycle Grand Prix: Insider stories from world championship racing' out now: https://amzn.eu/d/2azW8zY
New MotoGP Paddock Pass Podcast: talking Silverstone, & what’s it like to win your home Grand Prix?! The guys interrupt Jake Dixon’s physio session to chat British Grand Prix matters: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/p...
Episode 572: Talking Silverstone with a British Grand Prix winner
Podcast Episode · Paddock Pass Podcast · 4 August · 1hr
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Exclusive Ai: speaking with MotoGP’s latest Grand Prix winner on his family, background and the root of his racing mentality only hours before he decimated the Dutch TT. New Motorsport Magazine writing and interview: www.motorsportmagazine.com/articles/mot...
The power of Ai: Inside Ogura’s unshakeable MotoGP mindset
Ai Ogura’s stunning maiden MotoGP victory at Assen last weekend — plus a Yamaha deal — marks the arrival of a fresh and little-known hero. He reveals how he got here in an exclusive interview
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Netherlands MotoGP review show is now up! Hear what we had to think about some of the talking points from a steamy Assen: on.soundcloud.com/eiULvEse7mNi...
Episode 566: Netherlands Grand Prix Review – Please Ai, RSGP
Oh Assen. Adam, David and Neil go through the main talking points from round ten of 2026 MotoGP and the Grand Prix of the Netherlands: Ogura, Aprilia, Bezz, Winners and Losers & more. Patreons! Get YO
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A MotoGP rider with an artistic touch and has his ‘designs’ on a stealth bid for the 2026 title? New Motorsport Magazine column/interview with Fabio Di Giannantonio. Read it here: www.motorsportmagazine.com/articles/mot...
The MotoGP title contender with his own design studio: 'I get most artistic ideas on the grid!'
After last weekend’s Czech GP there are six riders split by just 48 points in the 2026 MotoGP championship; third-placed Fabio Di Giannantonio is bringing character to his credentials for the crown
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Full reaction from MotoGP today and events at Brno. Get on Patreon with us to listen (and win some passes for the Aragon Grand Prix): www.patreon.com/paddockpassp...
Paddock Notes: Czechia Saturday – So back…& punchy | Paddock Pass Podcast
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The Paddock Pass Podcast Notes show (for Patreon subs on Fridays and Saturdays) is vintage Neil and David comedy gold today. Would recommend checking it out, especially if you have fancy for musicals: www.patreon.com/paddockpassp...
Paddock Notes: Czechia Friday – Ai of the Tiger | Paddock Pass Podcast
Paddock Notes: Czechia Friday – Ai of the Tiger by Paddock Pass Podcast on Patreon. Join Paddock Pass Podcast's community for exclusive content and updates.
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This is very cool for MotoGP. On June 28th live streaming (and an immersive experience) of the Dutch GP at the Outernet in central London. Anyone who has surfaced from the tube at Tottenham Court Rd (Centre Point) will know how rammed this interactive area can be. Starts from 1pm local time.
Czech MotoGP up next? Can Marquez win again and we also pick 3 big Brno memories to discuss on the latest Paddock Pass Podcast: on.soundcloud.com/1icEBVPMvqTL...
Episode 563: Czech Grand Prix preview & 3 Brno bangers from the past
Can Marquez do it again? As well as answering this poser, Adam, David and Neil pick 3 memorable moments from past editions of the Czechia Grand Prix as momentum builds for Brno and what is likely to b
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How and why is MotoGP going to change (outside of the track walls)? New R19 writing, & after a conversation with Global Marketing MD Kelly Brittain: race19.substack.com/p/a-conversa...
A conversation about MotoGP change: how will the series move for more eyeballs?
Sitting down with MotoGP Group Marketing MD Kelly Brittain to ask about the vision of MotoGP under Liberty auspices, sponsors, directions, rights and more.
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New MotoGP writing for MotorSport Magazine and looking at the genesis and potential of the Acosta/Marquez duel that could raise temperatures: www.motorsportmagazine.com/articles/mot...
Márquez vs Acosta: MotoGP is set for a battle of the ages
He was once the usurper but now Marc Márquez is now being actively hounded by his spiritual successor Pedro Acosta: when will the bubbling rivalry start to boil?
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Could, should (can?) MXGP persist with heavily loaded Grands Prix and European Championship inclusion? We asked the FIM. New column reading: race19.substack.com/p/to-emx-or-...
To EMX or not EMX? Asking the FIM about MXGP transition
Is EMX eating the world championship and what capacity is there for MXGP to change as the fourth decade of the century beckons?
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Feel that MotoGP could start to drift away from its roots? The 2026 EICMA tie-in is proof that MotoGP Group is not forgetting the core audience. Fresh R19 reading: race19.substack.com/p/motogp-not...
MotoGP not forgetting motorcycle roots with 2026 EICMA show tie-up
Amid all the talk and speculation of the ‘Libertyism’ of MotoGP, championship promotors MotoGP Group, showed they are not neglecting motorcyclists and hardcore fans.
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A fine Paddock Pass Podcast show summing up what we saw and heard about the Hungarian MotoGP Grand Prix this weekend. Dave and Neil on good form: on.soundcloud.com/LKqkfyqO9XzT...
Episode 562: Hungarian Grand Prix Review – The wool puller
Balaton is in the books and round eight of 2026 MotoGP was certainly memorable for one rider and forgettable for several others. Adam and Neil connect with Dave in Hungary to go over the big talking p
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Is MotoGP ready for more Australia? Chatting with Senna Agius and why the 20-year-old could and should be part of the premier class from 2027. Fresh column for Motorsport Magazine: www.motorsportmagazine.com/articles/mot...
Why Senna Agius could be the next big hit in MotoGP
A generational shift in MotoGP is happening for 2027 and Australia’s latest grand prix hope has the assets and the attributes to stand out
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Speaking with HRC about Herlings, Vialle and the booming red empire that now looms over MXGP. New R19 reading here: open.substack.com/pub/race19/p...
“Everything has been built with the goal to win championships.” MXGP HRC boss talks Herlings, Vialle, EMX250/MX2 and Honda’s rise
Honda HRC Petronas Team Manager Giacomo Gariboldi speaks his mind as the red bikes gobble trophies in 2026.
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More Mugello MotoGP? Talking points and Patreon subs' questions in the Debrief show. This one's free for all: on.soundcloud.com/1kIsB5DleCxY...
Episode 560: Italian Grand Prix Debrief Show!
A lookback at Mugello with journalists Adam, David and Neil as the guys go over the few remaining narratives from round seven of 2026 MotoGP and also answer a lot of questions supplied by Paddock Pass
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MotoGP is now hitting a record 368.6kmph thanks to Jorge Martin (on painkillers today apparently) this morning at Mugello, so that's just over 229mph. The 230 barrier could be broken. It's hair-raising but sensational at the same time.
MotoGP (looking ahead to the trip to Mugello by looking back at a classic; 2006 Italian Grand Prix) & MXGP (reviewing the French GP & having spoken to the FIM about the track & the response to the incidents) podcasting this week. open.spotify.com/episode/4r98... and open.spotify.com/episode/2EVj...
Episode 558: Speed! Italian Grand Prix Preview & looking back at Mugello 2006
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Last weekend MotoGP certainly showed it is 'Wired Different'. Here is an exclusive talk with the main power-players about how the series has plans to reach new people and use the Liberty 'factor': www.motorsportmagazine.com/articles/mot...
High-risk and hair-raising: how MotoGP aims to hook new fans
Owned by Liberty Media, MotoGP is reshaping its marketing, messaging and reach - but turning intensity into mainstream appeal is a more complex task
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Eli Tomac hit the supercross floor sprinting with Red Bull KTM. Here's a little insight into how and why: www.ktm.com/en-int/ktm-w...
Inside KTM Supercross 2026 | Eli Tomac on the 450 SX-F | KTM
Inside KTM Supercross 2026: How Eli Tomac and Red Bull KTM Factory Racing develop the 450 SX-F Factory Edition for AMA Supercross success. Learn more.
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The last thrusts of the 1000cc MotoGP era were left in the box as rain cut short the Barcelona test today. We summed up what we saw and heard at the circuit. Get on one of our three Patreon tiers to grab the content: www.patreon.com/posts/paddoc...
Paddock Notes: Barcelona test – And the rain has stopped play… | Paddock Pass Podcast
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Shameless promotion but this was a great podcast with HRC's Harry Lloyd talking about HRC and the Alberto Puig effect (and more). Join us on Patreon for a listen (or purchase the show for a taster of what you might be missing from each day of a MotoGP Grand Prix): www.patreon.com/posts/paddoc...
Paddock Notes: Catalunya Friday – HRC talks! | Paddock Pass Podcast
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A special Paddock Pass Podcast Notes show from the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya today as we chat news and views and also ask Ai Ogura's Crew Chief about what makes the Japanese ace a little bit special/different to other MotoGP stars: on.soundcloud.com/0C4WCMXYeGfx...
Paddock Notes: Catalunya Thursday – In the Ai of the beholder, talking with Ogura’s Crew Chief
Adam, David and Neil recount their news and views from Thursday at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya and the first day of activity at the Catalan MotoGP, while also getting the inside line on Ai Ogur
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The Catalan Grand Prix: how rooted is the annual trip to Barcelona on the MotoGP calendar? Words from MotoGP Group and some perspective with a new column: race19.substack.com/p/an-unshake...
An unshakeable ‘Spanish’ MotoGP? Don’t underestimate the importance of the Catalan Grand Prix
“In the future it will be difficult.” MotoGP Group CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta left no doubt about the prospect of four Spanish dates on the MotoGP calendar…but Catalunya has a special stake.
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A home MotoGP can be more intense/harder for some compared to others. Le Mans is special in a variety of ways. New column for Motorsport Magazine: www.motorsportmagazine.com/articles/mot...
'I let this extra power lift me up!' - how French MotoGP riders handle fanatical home support
The French Grand Prix is one of MotoGP's greatest spectacle, but it's also the most demanding weekend for the riders who call France home
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Jot down an RSVP if you're in the centre of Barcelona at 18.00 this Weds and fancy coming to Backstory Bookshop to hear some chat about MotoGP book writing and working in the media: www.backstorybookshop.com/event-detail...
Understanding the speed of MotoGP with Adam Wheeler | Backstory Bookshop
Knowing the athletes, minds and movements of the fastest motorcycle racing series
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The Paddock Pass Podcast is now stretching into BSB thanks to the knowledge of Steve and excellent reporter on the ground Josh Close. The shows are hovering on our Patreon channel at the moment. Curious? www.patreon.com/posts/podcas...
Podcast Special: British Superbike Season Preview | Paddock Pass Podcast
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New Motorsport Magazine writing from Jerez! The role and status of a satellite MotoGP team, especially as the series looks to change. Talking with Trackhouse: www.motorsportmagazine.com/articles/mot...
What are MotoGP's satellite teams for? Trackhouse prepares for boom under Liberty Media
As MotoGP braces for its biggest technical shake-up in over a decade, the real battles are being fought not on track but in meeting rooms, and Trackhouse Racing is quietly positioning itself to be at ...
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Some MotoGP thoughts from Jerez and the Spanish Grand Prix as the bikes continue to lap for testing. Latest Race19 column: open.substack.com/pub/race19/p...
MotoGP. Spain. Jerez. The current malaise at a true source of Grand Prix spirit
Round four of 2026 and a rumination on thoughts and feelings provoked by five days at the Circuit de Jerez. Deadlock and deciders.
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Saturday blaze and Sunday haze. MotoGP round four with a strong Jerez flavour and the Paddock Pass Podcast crew round-up the events and talking points in the latest show: on.soundcloud.com/WzP9OXGC8Y1a....
Episode 551: Spanish Grand Prix Review – MarquezGP redeployed
Was there ever any doubt? Some of the prime talking points and discussion from round four of 2026 MotoGP in southern Spain as Adam, David and Neil occupy a quiet-ish corner of the Media Centre at Jer
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