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Verstappen to McLaren? The Rumours Won't Die | 2026 Belgian GP Preview

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:07:41 +0000

The Verstappen-to-McLaren rumours refuse to die down and this week they got louder. Plus: F1 could run 10 sprint weekends in 2027, Aston Martin's big upgrade is delayed to Hungary, and we preview a brutal Belgian Grand Prix at Spa.

In this episode: Mark Weber's denial that Oscar Piastri is being replaced, why Red Bull's talent exodus makes a Verstappen exit feel more plausible (all speculation at this stage, nothing confirmed), what a McLaren hypercar detour could look like for Max, Stefano Domenicali's push for more 2027 sprints, Aston Martin's delayed upgrade, our Belgian GP storylines and predictions, and a mailbag question on the Middle East calendar situation.

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Leclerc Wins, Fans Lose as Safety Car Ruins the Finish - 2026 British GP Review

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0000

Charles Leclerc delivered Ferrari's 250th race win, but it's the FIA's farcical safety car finish that everyone's talking about.

In this episode, Tom and Chris dig into the safety car controversy that ended the race under caution despite fans being told a final lap was coming, the FIA president's awkward driver parade cameo, and a controversial track-limits penalty for Antonelli. Then it's onto the race itself: Leclerc's much-needed win, Russell's home podium, Antonelli's reliability heartbreak, and Verstappen's rear-end snap at Stowe that ended his race early. Plus Drive of the Day, Move of the Day, and this week's Predictions League and Fantasy results.

⏱ Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:40 WTF: Silverstone's safety car finish controversy
15:11 WTF: MBS's Lego kart parade drama
20:13 WTF: Antonelli's track limits penalty & Sainz's harsh call
26:53 Race review: Leclerc ends his drought with Ferrari's 250th win
33:56 Mercedes: Russell's stellar recovery & Antonelli's bad luck
38:01 Red Bull nightmare: Verstappen's spin and retirement
42:49 Midfield battle: RB, Alpine, Williams & Cadillac's new livery
45:19 Drive of the Day & Move of the Day
49:11 Predictions League & Fantasy results
51:48 Outro & Belgian GP preview

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Should Russell's Pole Have Counted? | 2026 Austrian GP Review

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Should Russell's pole have even counted? We break down the yellow-flag row that overshadowed Austria, plus his bounce-back win, Verstappen's Red Bull revival, and a British GP preview.

In this episode, Tom and Chris review the 2026 Austrian GP: the controversial pole that had the whole paddock asking questions, George Russell's important win, Antonelli's mistake-strewn afternoon, Red Bull's upgrade step for Verstappen, Ferrari's latest strategy headache with Hamilton, and a chaotic Racing Bulls team-orders call. Then we look ahead to Silverston. Can the 2026 cars handle a proper high-speed circuit, and is this the weekend Russell finally breaks his home curse?

0:00 Intro & what's coming up
0:27 Austrian GP review: did Russell's pole count?
10:45 Russell converts pole into a win
13:17 Antonelli's messy weekend
16:48 Verstappen & Red Bull's upgrade step
24:18 The penalty trap on Norris's engine fix
27:21 Ferrari's strategy blunders strike again
31:32 Racing Bulls' team-orders mess
34:03 Midfield report: Audi, Williams, Aston & Cadillac
38:29 Silly season: where next for Pérez?
41:03 Driver of the Day
42:58 Move of the Day
45:05 Award: the camera gimmicks (drone & "head cam")
52:06 Prediction League results
54:05 F1 Fantasy & Grid Rival update
55:34 British GP preview: Silverstone storylines
1:03:13 Our Silverstone predictions
1:07:13 Your questions (mailbag)
1:12:55 Wrap-up & sprint weekend reminder

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Can Hamilton Win Again? | 2026 Austrian GP Preview

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Ferrari are flying and Mercedes can't stop breaking down! Can Hamilton make it two wins in a row at the 2026 Austrian GP? We preview race week at the Red Bull Ring.

In this episode: the Monaco saga rumbles on (Mercedes withdraw their review, McLaren keep pushing), F1's new engine catch-up rules and why Red Bull are contesting them, Haas silly season heating up, Magnussen's NASCAR debut, plus full Austria storylines and our predictions.

CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
0:48 Monaco: The Latest
3:35 F1's Engine Catch-Up Rules (ADUO)
9:19 Haas To Drop Ocon?
16:53 Magnussen's NASCAR Debut
18:02 Austrian GP Storylines
26:28 Our Predictions
31:16 Prediction League & Wrap-Up

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Hamilton's First Ferrari Win! | 2026 Spanish GP Review

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:09:00 +0000

Lewis Hamilton takes his first win for Ferrari at the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix, and it might just have reignited the title fight.

Tom and Chris break down how Ferrari out-strategised Mercedes in Barcelona, plus the Gasly Monaco penalty U-turn that's reopened a very messy can of worms.

In this episode: Hamilton's emotional first Ferrari win and the records that come with it, the strategy call that put Mercedes in an impossible spot, whether the VSC actually gifted him the win, Russell vs Antonelli and Kimi's latest DNF, Norris inheriting the podium, Leclerc's Q3 crash, a baffling Alpine team order, Lindblad's rookie pace, plus Driver of the Day, Move of the Day, the WTF moment, and your inbox questions.

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More Penalties Than Overtakes 🤦 - 2026 Monaco GP Review

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

The 2026 Monaco Grand Prix had more penalties than overtakes, and we're not exaggerating. Pit-lane speeding chaos, Gasly's lost podium, Russell's drive-through farce and Antonelli's fifth win in a row, all unpacked.

In this episode, Tom and Chris work through a Monaco GP defined by the stewards: the pit-lane speeding saga that caught five drivers by fractions of a km/h, why Tom thinks Hülkenberg's hairpin penalty was completely wrong, Mercedes' communication meltdown over Russell's penalty, and Cadillac throwing away their first-ever points. Plus Hadjar's debut podium, Racing Bulls' best-ever day, the Brembo brake row, and a look ahead to Spain.

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0:00 – Intro: a race defined by penalties

1:53 – Pit-lane speeding farce (five drivers, tiny margins) 14:01 – Russell's drive-through & Mercedes' mess

19:00 – Hülkenberg's hairpin penalty

25:30 – Perez & Cadillac's lost points

30:15 – Stroll's track limits & brake trouble

31:52 – Hadjar's red-flag investigation & the rest

38:38 – Antonelli's fifth win in a row & the title picture

42:29 – Leclerc's crash & the Brembo brake saga

47:09 – Verstappen's race over before it began

48:32 – McLaren's off day, Piastri P4 & Norris' engine

51:12 – Racing Bulls' best-ever day: Lawson & Lindblad

53:46 – Driver of the Day

55:38 – Move of the Day

57:03 – WTF of the Weekend

59:10 – Prediction League results

1:01:11 – Spain preview: is the title Antonelli's to lose?

1:06:48 – Our Spanish GP predictions

1:11:14 – Inbox

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It's All Gucci at Alpine - 2026 Monaco GP Preview

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:29:55 +0000

Gucci Racing is heading to Alpine and it's set to reshape the entire team's future. Plus our full Monaco GP preview: can Russell hold the line against Antonelli's form?

In this episode: we talk about Briatore's new Gucci deal at Alpine, the ever intensifying Russell v Antonelli battle, cocerns over Mohammed Ben Sulayem control of the FIA and of course preview the 2026 Monaco GP

0:00 Intro
0:50 It's All Gucci at Alpine: The $150m Deal
10:09 Ben Sulayem & the FIA Term-Limit Row
18:19 Why 2026 Races Could Be Shorter (60/40 Power Split)
24:10 McLaren's 1000th Grand Prix Livery
28:12 2026 Monaco GP Preview: Can Russell Hold On?
38:13 Our Monaco GP Predictions
43:33 Wrap-Up & Prediction League

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2026 Canadian GP Review - No Rain, All Pain For McLaren

Wed, 27 May 2026 07:40:20 +0000

As things heat up between the Mercedes boys, McLaren throw away a perfect shot at a double podium

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2026 Canadian GP Preview - Max's Endurance Side Quest

Tue, 19 May 2026 09:31:13 +0000

Max completes a side quest int he Nurburgring 24H and we look ahead to the Canadian GP

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V8 Back In F1? - 2026 F1 News

Tue, 12 May 2026 13:13:09 +0000

Could the V8 be back sooner than we think? And will Honda be given extra budget and time to catch up this season?

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2026 Miami GP Review - Sprints, Spins & Suspect Stewarding

Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000

A great race in Miami, beating all expectations, saw new records set by Kimi Antonelli!

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2026 Miami GP Preview - A Championship Reset?

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:35:52 +0000

With a bunch of new deployment and harvesting rules, plus huge updates all coming at once in Miami, will we see a complete reset of the championship order?

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Tue, 23 Dec 2025 14:38:20 +0000

We rank each team and driver as well as hand out some awards to see out the season.

00:00 - Intro
02:32 - Alpine
8:22 - Sauber
15:37 - Haas
21:18 - Aston Martin
27:48 - Racing Bulls
33:34 - Williams
40:46 - Ferrari
57:02 - Red Bull
1:05:28 - Mercedes
1:14:27 - McLaren
1:23:12 - Discord Rankings
1:27:02 - Driver Of The Day - Most Wins
1:28:11- Move of the Day - Most Wins
1:29:49 - Overtake Of The Year
1:32:33 - WTF Moment Of The Year
1:38:06 - Race of the Year
1:39:55 - Rookie of the Year
1:43:42 - BOTG Driver of the year/Best of the Rest Award
1:45:18 - Our Prediction Results

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2025 Abu Dhabi GP Review - Zak Brown Must Be Stopped!

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:29:22 +0000

A new champion is crowned but two of the most humble runners-up we've seen in recent years. We cover everything from Abu Dhabi, even Zak Brown's radio cringe.

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2025 Qatar GP Review - Papaya Fruit Salad

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 09:15:32 +0000

McLaren continues to be their own worst enemies and make a blunder of a pit strategy call, but what does that mean for the title race going into Abu Dhabi and who will come out on top come the end of the season?

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2025 Las Vegas GP Review - McLaren's Mistakes Wear Thin

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0000

As a double disqualification for McLaren blows the title race wide open, could this be the intervention Max needed to take the 2025 title?

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2025 Las Vegas GP Preview - High Stake and Hot Takes 🎰🔥

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:24:02 +0000

We take a look at the Vegas special liveries, some rule adjustments for 2026 and of course preview the upcoming Las Vegas GP

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2025 Brazil GP Review - Crashes and Comebacks

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:45:35 +0000

A disaster for the Ferraris, a poor weekend for Oscar Piastri, but a confident Lando Norris tops every session to extend his lead and Max Verstappen recovers a horrendous qualifying and sprint to grab a much needed podium

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2025 Brazilian GP Preview - Rain Dancing For Brazil 🌧️🕺🏻

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 08:39:16 +0000

The Russell deal is done (sort of), Williams are rebranding (sort of) and we are doing our best rain dance in the hope of another Max masterclass in Brazil!

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2025 Mexico GP Review - Turn One Optional

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:02:50 +0000

Lando puts in a weekend to remember to regain the drivers title lead and Max closes his overall gap to the lead as well. We also take a look through all the silly business through the race that the stewards didn't seem to bother with, as well as look at Ollie Bearman's career best finish... so far!

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2025 US GP Review - A Three Horse Race To The Finale

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 19:07:11 +0000

McLaren fall over themselves again and Max takes full advantage, clumsy incidents up and down the grid and inter team shenanigans on an eventful weekend in Austin.

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2025 US GP Preview - Can McLaren Keep It Clean?

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:27:27 +0000

As we head to the Circuit of the Americas, are the gloves off now at McLaren with the constructors title wrapped up? We also look at a junior driver moves a what it could mean for the 2026 grid, a change in the way US viewers could be watching F1 and our predictions for this weekend.

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2025 Singapore GP Review - Papaya Rules No More!

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 09:51:02 +0000

A surprise performance from George Russell and Mercedes grabs them an unexpected win at Marina Bay, but all attention was on the elbows out contact between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri on lap 1 and what it means for the championship battle going forwards.

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2025 Singapore GP Preview - Max Wins 3/3 🏆🏆🏆

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 07:24:04 +0000

As Max wins his 3rd race in a row (all be it a GT3 race) we discuss his chances in Singapore against Norris and Piastri, who both need to bounce back in the McLaren. Will Verstappen be able to take the fight to them, or will it be Ferrari in the mix and a track they have good history at?

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2025 Azerbaijan GP Review - Oscar Disastri

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 19:58:11 +0000

After Piastri has a nightmare weekend finding the barriers at the critical times, his teammate finds it almost impossible to capitalise on the situation, as we get a podium visit everyone loves from an old friend in Carlos Sainz!

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2025 Azerbaijan GP Preview - 10s Headstart for Sainz?

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 06:36:35 +0000

We dive a little further into the Colton Herta situation at Cadillac as well as talk about Carlos Sainz's overturned penalty from Zandvoort and make our predictions for the Azerbaijan GP.

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2025 Italian GP Review - It's Being Manipulated, Man!

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 19:44:12 +0000

McLaren swapping cars and the controversy around it overshadows a strong Verstappen win and a decent weekend for Ferrari

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2025 Dutch GP Review - Justice For Carlos!

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 07:05:56 +0000

After a disappointing DNF for Norris widens the gap to Piastri to the largest it's been, we talk about Ferrari's double DNF disaster and argue the case of Carlos Sainz vs the Stewards

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2025 Dutch GP Preview - Bottas is Back! (oh and so is Perez)

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 20:09:24 +0000

We talk Cadillac's big driver confirmation plus look ahead to the Dutch GP in Zandvoort. Can Max do something special on home soil?

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2025 Midseason Predictions

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:43:56 +0000

The return is almost upon us so we are making some predictions for what may (or probably may not!) happen in the remainder of the season

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2025 Mid-Season Rankings

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 07:55:43 +0000

Time to rank the grid based on the season so far!

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2025 Hungarian GP Review - From Pole to Pain

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 07:10:42 +0000

A mixed weekend for Ferrari going from a shock pole with one car, to early exits with the other then a disaster of a race. All the while, Norris took a bad start and turned it into an alternate strategy win to close down the title!

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2025 Belgian GP Review - Must Be The Water

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 19:29:53 +0000

A race that could of been if we hadn't waited for the weather to pass as well as a look ahead to what may well be a similar weekend for weather in Hungary.

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2025 Belgian GP Preview - Mekies' First Test

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 16:59:58 +0000

A race full of action and stories, but Lando Norris' first home win was somewhat overshadowed by the podium we've waited 15 years for from Nico Hulkenberg!

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Horner Out, But Will Max Stay? - 2025 Summer News

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 07:56:55 +0000

A race full of action and stories, but Lando Norris' first home win was somewhat overshadowed by the podium we've waited 15 years for from Nico Hulkenberg!

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2025 British GP Review - Hulk Smashes Silverstone

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 08:00:00 +0000

A race full of action and stories, but Lando Norris' first home win was somewhat overshadowed by the podium we've waited 15 years for from Nico Hulkenberg!

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2025 Austrian GP Review - A Home Race Disaster For Red Bull

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:53:28 +0000

We look back through the Austrian GP weekend, which saw a dominant win for McLaren, Ferrari in no man's land and any hope Verstappen had for challenging McLaren into the summer ended by a wild move from Kimi Antonelli. All that, plus a look ahead to Silverstone!

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F1 Movie Review - An F1 Fan Perspective

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 20:49:17 +0000

Join us to hear our thoughts on the F1 movie after spending decades as F1 fans. Hear what we like and what we don't!

00:00 Intro

00:46 Authenticity vs. Hollywood Elements

05:02 Visuals and Realism in F1 Footage

12:45 Commentary Vibe

14:52 Female Representation in the Film

17:48 Better F1 Intro Than Drive To Survive?

18:44 Fun References For F1 Die Hards

20:20 Overall Thoughts and Rating

22:13 SPOILER ZONE: Is The Plot Even Realistic?

28:52 SPOILER ZONE: Some Racing Flaws That Irked Us

33:08 SPOILER ZONE: Over Simplifying Car Upgrades?

34:38 SPOILER ZONE: Hamilton's Role as Co-Producer

38:58 SPOILER ZONE: Using Historical Footage For Realistic Backstory

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2025 Austrian GP Preview - The Triple Crown is Back! 👑

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 08:45:36 +0000

We look ahead to the Austrian Grand Prix, assess Max & Mercedes' chances against the McLarens and discuss some calendar news for 2026, including the returning prospect of a single-season triple crown!

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2025 Canadian GP Review - A Nightmare For Norris

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 07:45:21 +0000

Norris turned what was looking like a great drive into an absolute nightmare this weekend gone, so we wil be unpacking the issues that lead to that as well as looking back at a return to form for the Mercedes boys and looking at how Russell and Antonelli could be aserious threat if the car continues to perform!

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2025 Canadian GP Preview - Will Stroll Make It Home?

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 19:52:20 +0000

We look ahead to the Canadian GP in Montreal and discuss Hass' 200th GP livery, the Lance Stroll situation at Aston Martin and assess Mercedes' chances at a circuit they have good history at.

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2025 Spanish GP Review - From Victim To Villain

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:55:09 +0000

The final race of the triple header ended in chaos and controversy as Max Verstappen and George Russell came together on two instances after the safety car restart. We dive into the situation to analyse it all, plus look at a point scoring weekend for Alonso and a fantastic 5th place for Nico Hulkenberg!

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2025 Monaco GP Review - A Failed Experiment

Tue, 27 May 2025 18:50:43 +0000

An unsurprisingly dull race decided on the Saturday where an experimental tyre rule made little difference, and if anything made it worse! We review what little there was to talk about from Monaco as well as look ahead to what could be the final Spanish GP in Barcelona.

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2025 Emilia-Romagna GP Review - Crashes and Controversies

Tue, 20 May 2025 07:35:21 +0000

Max stormed his way to the front and never looked back in a fantastic win at Imola, but could the McLaren pair have done more to stop him? There were big qually crashes for Tsunoda and Colapinto as well as the whole red flag situation for Ollie Bearman. Plus, we take a look ahead to Monaco and it's twisted tyre rules for this weekend.

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2025 Emilia-Romagna GP Preview - It's All Gone A Bit "Flav"

Tue, 13 May 2025 18:48:17 +0000

McLaren have some brake trickery that's all the rage going to Imola and the situation at Alpine just gets crazier and crazier!

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2025 Miami GP Review - Party Like It's 1998!

Tue, 06 May 2025 08:09:05 +0000

McLaren executed a relatively textbook sprint weekend and Oscar in particular, looked in fantastic form with stats and records falling in his favour as part of it all. Plus, the most exciting race of the season in the Lego cars!

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2025 Miami GP Preview - The Worst Corner In F1?

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 19:39:24 +0000

Potential 11th hour changes to the 2026 engine regs, a new circuit in Madrid and the future of the Mexican GP. All that plus a look ahead to Miami of course!

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2025 Saudi Arabian GP Review - Is Lando Cracking Already?

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 14:22:18 +0000

Dramatic Q3 and Lap 1 incidents lead to a race that became a battle of strategies, but we did get a new championship leader!

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2025 Bahrain GP Review - Is Piastri The New Title Favourite?

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 06:37:01 +0000

In a race that saw more action per lap than the whole of the Japanese GP combined, Oscar Piastri ran away with it into the Bahrain sunset and solidified his claim for the 2025 drivers title. We cover race stories up and down the grid as well as a look ahead to Jeddah this weekend.

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2025 Japanese GP Review - Not Doohan Okay

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 08:07:15 +0000

We recap the Japanese GP weekend with Doohan's monster crash, Max's mega pole lap and a relatively stale race, plus look ahead to the Bahrain GP this weekend.

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2025 Japanese GP Preview - Another One Bites The Dust

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 08:48:54 +0000

After the confirmation that Yuki Tsunoda will be replacing Liam Lawson from Japan, we look into what that means for both drivers and Red Bull on the whole.

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2025 Chinese GP Review - Ferrari Left Red Faced

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 09:31:10 +0000

After sprint success, Ferrari fell to a double disqualification in the race. We also talk about the Lawson situation and Haas' fantastic race result.

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2025 Australian GP Review - McLaren Masterclass, Ferrari Falloff

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 09:59:04 +0000

A difficult weekend for the rookies saw only Kimi Antonelli bag a decent result as McLaren proved their testing pace was legit and Ferrari failed to deliver after high hopes in testing. All that and more as we recap the Australian GP and look ahead to China!

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2025 Australian GP Preview - Who Will Drive For Cadillac F1?

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 08:58:10 +0000

Cadillac's F1 entry has been officially approved and confirmed for the 2026 season, so we take a look at who may be driving for them next season, recap the rule changes heading into 2025 and make our predictions for the Australian Grand Prix!

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2025 Testing Recap - New Rules for Monaco

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:16:12 +0000

This week, we delve into the recent testing sessions, review team performances, and attempt to assess what this could mean for race order come Australia. There are also new rule changes for the season, like the Monaco Grand Prix and added race director powers.

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2025 Livery Rankings & Pre-Season Predictions - This Might Actually Happen!

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 16:12:46 +0000

The liveries are here so of course we are going to tier rank them! We also make some of our traditional crazy predictions for the upcoming season ahead of testing this week!

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2025 Pre-Season - The FIA's Stupid New Rules

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 18:32:11 +0000

The FIA have come up with some ridiculous new rules going in to 2025 that we discuss and breakdown. We also take a look at Lewis Hamilton's first weeks at Ferrari and assess rookie potential on the 2025 grid.

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2024 Season Rankings - We Told You He Shouldn't Even Be Here!

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 08:28:23 +0000

Now the season is complete it is time for that age old tradition of tiermaker and ranking the drivers and teams on how well we think they have done this season against expectations!

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2024 Abu Dhabi Review - Finale Farewells

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 08:54:41 +0000

After we close the season in Abu Dhabi, it's time to review the race, discuss those final constructors' championship battles, and say farewell to some long-time F1 Faces.

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2024 Qatar GP Review - The Chaos GP

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000

After a race defined by Alex Albon’s wing mirror, we discuss the race directors handling of a chaotic few laps in Qatar, the huge penalty Norris received and its ramifications on the constructors championship. Plus, another swing in the fight for 6th, one driver makes an unexpected exit and Sauber finally score some points!

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2024 Las Vegas GP Review - Cadillac Agree 11th Team For 2026

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 17:27:51 +0000

Driver signings, FIA resignations, launch event bookings, oh and a grand prix to preview! A chunk of news to cover, as well as a look into the race that could very well completely seal the title for Verstappen.

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Wed, 28 Aug 2024 09:20:48 +0000

In this weeks Back of the Grid Formula 1 Podcast, Absolute domination by Norris leads to his first win, with a mixed bag of varied performances from the chasing pack, plus all the gossip from the Dutch GP.

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2024 Dutch GP Preview - 10 To Go!

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 06:55:02 +0000

With 10 races to go what do we expect to see with results, the final seats in the driver market and the overall championships?

1:20 McLaren and Ferrari Closing in on Red Bull
04:44 Impact of the Rule Change on Red Bull
12:00 Remaining seats to fill for 2025
15:00 Sergio Perez's Future at Red Bull
21:05 Oscar Piastri's Potential to Challenge Lando Norris
24:45 Dutch GP Predictions
30:27 INBOX - Who will get the most wins in the last 10?
32:23 INBOX - Bottas to Red Bull?
34:28 INBOX - Surprises & disappointments for the last 10 races?

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2024 Mid-Season Review - He Shouldn't Even Be Here! With Elizabeth Blackstock

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 09:56:59 +0000

It's time to rank every driver and team's season so far! Elizabeth Blackstock joins us to help provide a deciding vote on all the split decisions. If you want to submit your own rankings then feel free to submit your own version on the tier maker: https://tiermaker.com/create/f1-2024-mid-season-review---back-of-the-grid-podcast-15262159-2

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00:21 - Intros
02:30 - Sauber, Bottas & Zhou
09:55 - Williams, Albon & Sargeant
17:41 - Alpine, Gasly & Ocon
25:26 - Haas, Hulkenberg & Magnussen
32:18 - RB, Ricciardo & Tsunoda
47:47 - Mercedes, Hamilton & Russell
56:30 - Ferrari, Leclerc & Sainz
1:04:28 - McLaren, Norris & Piastri
1:14:10 - Red Bull, Verstappen & Perez
1:29:00 - INBOX - Indy Car race in the UK?
1:32:30 - INBOX - Surprises of the season so far?
1:35:45 - INBOX - Is McLaren the issue, or is it Norris?
1:43:13 - Elizabeth Blackstock - More info

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2024 Summer Break News - The Return of Mazespin? Team Principle Silly Season

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 08:17:35 +0000

Team principal updates at three teams this week, one of which is stoking rumours of a return for Nikita Mazepin, plus some changes within the sporting regulations for the remainder of the season.

00:57 - Oliver Oakes: New Alpine Team Principal
10:02 - Mazespin Return?
18:01 - Jonathan Wheatley Moves From Red Bull to Audi
23:31 - Andreas Stella: Contract Extension with McLaren
24:48 - Updates to the 2024 Sporting Regulations
25:00 - Brake system bans around asymmetrical systems
28:40 - 2026 Tyre Testing Regulations
30:19 - Carrying Over Penalties
32:18 - Qualifying Stoppage Clarification
33:49 - INBOX: Changing Opinions on Drivers and Teams
40:41 - INBOX: Should McLaren Make Oscar Number 1 Driver?
41:27 - Rumours of Adrian Newey Joining Aston Martin
45:30 - Wrap Up & Upcoming Episodes

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2024 Belgian GP Review - Hero To Zero

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 09:51:26 +0000

George Russell put in one of his best drives all for it to be wiped out by an underweight car post-race, Max fails to climb back through the field like in recent years and Carlos Sainz, signs.

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2024 Hungarian GP Review - Messy McLaren & Mad Max

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 06:46:17 +0000

Oscar Piastri’s maiden win was slightly overshadowed by messy strategy calls from the McLaren pit wall, Max reached boiling point both on and off the track and we do it all again this weekend at Spa!
Hear our thoughts on this and more as we review the Hungarian GP and look ahead to Belgium.

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2024 Hungarian GP Preview - 3 In A Row For Mercedes?

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 18:41:53 +0000

After two surprise victories for Mercedes, can they make it three in a row at a track that’s even suited their worst cars in recent years? Plus, a check-in on the driver market as Magnussen confirms his departure from Haas, our predictions for the weekend and your questions from the inbox.

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2024 British GP Review - A Great British Race

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 20:02:53 +0000

This week, we discuss the resurgence of Mercedes and a record-breaking win for Hamilton, but is it another case of McLaren throwing away a victory that should have been theirs? Plus, are Red Bull finally losing patience with Perez, is there a new contender for fifth fifth-fastest team and why are we changing the formula when F1 is this good?

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2024 Austrian GP Review - F1’s Overtaking Rules Are Broken

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Where should the blame lie for this weekend's incident? Is it really all Max's fault? Could Lando have avoided the contact? Should he even have to? All that and more as we take a deep dive into a controversial Austrian GP and also see how it might effect the British GP this weekend.

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2024 Formula 1 Spanish GP Review - Are McLaren Now Fastest?

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 07:30:00 +0000

This week we look at McLaren's consistency in competing with Red Bull, Mercedes looking like they could now be regular podium challengers and talk about poor driving standards going unpunished in practice sessions. All this plus a look ahead to the Austrian GP and sprint weekend.

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2024 Spanish GP Preview - Bending The Rules For Antonelli?

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 19:27:49 +0000

Tom takes a look at the FIA changing rules to help Antonelli get his seat, Ferrari's chances in Barcelona and Bearman's next shot at earning and F1 seat for next year.

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2024 Formula 1 Canadian GP Review - Ferrari Flounder

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000

In this weeks Back of the Grid Formula 1 Podcast, Another mixed weather classic from the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve this weekend saw two identically timed pole laps, mixed weather racing, safety cars and battles up and down the pack. Join us as we discuss the good and the bad of the weekend.

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2024 Formula 1 Canadian GP Preview - Oc-On The Way Out

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 12:28:35 +0000

In this weeks Back of the Grid Formula 1 Podcast, As Alpine and Ocon announce they are parting ways at the end of the season, we look at where he could find a seat for next season, more upheaval and uncertainly at Alpine and what it all means for the 2025 driver market. Plus, a look ahead to the Canadian Grand Prix, our predictions and from the inbox another sprint format idea.

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2024 Formula 1 Monaco GP Review - Fixing The Monaco GP

Wed, 29 May 2024 10:23:20 +0000

In this weeks Back of the Grid Formula 1 Podcast we look back at the realisation of a boyhood dream for Charles Leclerc by winning the grand prix on the Monaco streets where he grew up. We also take a look through the lap one incidents, the lack of racing they ultimately led to and our thoughts on how F1 can fix the Monaco GP to keep it on the calendar but still be entertaining.

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2024 Formula 1 Emilia Romagna (Imola) GP Review - Two Wins, One Day

Tue, 21 May 2024 11:49:13 +0000

In this weeks Back of the Grid Formula 1 Podcast we review the slow burning Emilia Romagna (Imola) GP, where we saw a hard fought race between Verstappen and Norris and the tightest Qualifying of the season so far. We discuss Ferrari upgrades, and gains and losses up and down the field, Plus a look forward to the upcoming Monaco GP and your questions from the inbox.

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2024 Formula 1 Emilia Romagna (Imola) GP Preview - We Are Checking

Tue, 14 May 2024 09:23:46 +0000

On this weeks episode, we discuss the departure of Leclerc’s race engineer Xavi Marcos Padros, as well as some more significant hires Ferrari have made from Mercedes. Plus, the latest on the proposed points system changes, the latest rumours from the driver market, upgrades and circuit updates at Imola plus our predictions for the weekend

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2024 Miami GP Review - Finally! 🏆

Wed, 08 May 2024 07:30:07 +0000

On this weeks episode we discuss a weekend that crowned a new winner in Lando Norris, penalties galore for Kevin Magnussen and a very interesting suggestion for Adrian Newey's next career move!

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2024 Formula 1 Miami GP Preview - A Newey Challenge

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000

On Back of the Grid Formula 1 Podcast This week, we discuss Adrian Newey’s realistic next options after the news he is to leave Red Bull, talk Hulkenberg’s Audi move and what that means for the driver market, plus we look ahead to the sprint weekend in Miami.

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2024 Formula 1 Chinese GP Review - That's Not Paint

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:17:10 +0000

On Back of the Grid Formula 1 Podcast This week, F1s return to China brings a host of incidents and inconsistent penalties to discuss, as well as some stand out drives, strange setup and strategy choices and a pit masterclass from Red Bull. Plus, from the inbox we look at a proposed new points system for next season.

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2024 Formula 1 Chinese GP Preview - Simplify and Add Lightness

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 09:30:33 +0000

In this week's Back of the Grid Formula 1 Podcast we discuss Fernando Alonso's new contract with Aston Martin, the 2025 Formula 1 calendar, updates on the 2026 regulations, and Prema's entry into IndyCar. We also preview the Chinese Grand Prix, including predictions for the race and a dip into the inbox. Enjoy!

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2024 Formula 1 Japanese GP Review - The Ikea Wardrobe of F1 Drivers

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000

This week on back of the grid Formula 1 Podcast, After an exciting Japanese GP, this week we discuss contrasting fortunes for Perez, Ricciardo and Tsunoda, Ferrari proving their tyre troubles are behind them, the fight for the final point and more woe at Williams, plus your questions from the inbox.

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2024 Formula 1 Japanese GP Preview - Regulation Override

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 09:28:16 +0000

In this week's episode of Back Of The Grid Formula 1 Podcast Stu and Tom bring you their storylines leading into the Japanese GP, we discuss some newly revealed 2026 technical regulations, plus your messages from the inbox. Enjoy!

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2024 Formula 1 Australian GP Review - A Smooth Operation

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 10:42:26 +0000

On this week's episode of Back Of The Grid Formula 1 Podcast we review the Australian GP. Was Alonso's penalty justified? Has Sainz just injected life into the 2024 championship? Did Ferrari fire the wrong driver? all this and more, plus your messages from the inbox. Enjoy!

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2024 Formula 1 Australian GP Preview - Toto's Lab: 200mph Experiments

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 20:14:29 +0000

On this week's episode of Back Of The Grid Formula 1 Podcast, F1 is back to one of our favourite circuits on the calendar, as we discuss which cars the new layout of Albert Park will suit, look at Mercedes issues and how they might be able to tackle them, the fight in the bottom half of the championship and how the home drivers might fare, as well as our predictions and your questions from the inbox.

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2024 Formula 1 Saudi Arabian GP Review - The Bear Man

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +0000

On the 300th episode of Back Of The Grid Formula 1 Podcast, we discuss Ollie Bearman’s impressive debut drive and what his future could hold, are other teams right to call the Haas tactics unsporting? What, if anything should be done about Red Bull’s continued dominance and all the other stories from the weekend? Plus a look at the feeder series and your questions from the inbox.

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2024 Formula 1 Bahrain GP Review - Clutching at Straws

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 12:10:02 +0000

On this week’s Back of the Grid F1 Podcast: Another dominant win for Max in Bahrain, but what signs are there that we could still be in for a competitive season? Plus, issues for the chasing pack, an angry cool down lap and a miserable start to the year for Alpine, as well as a look ahead to Saudi Arabia and your questions from the inbox

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2024 Formula 1 Bahrain GP Preview - Total Guesswork

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 11:00:00 +0000

On this week’s Back of the Grid F1 Podcast: Did anyone in pre-season testing show their hand or was everyone sandbagging? We try to pick apart the running order, as well as a look at a few technical innovations and make our bold predictions for the year ahead. Plus, it’s finally race week, so a look ahead to the opening race of the season in Bahrain, the return of the predictions league and your questions from the inbox.

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2024 Formula 1 Team Livery Rankings - Is It Even a Livery?

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 19:34:11 +0000

Ten new cars, slightly less than ten new liveries, it must be tier list time! Join us as we judge and rank the new looks for every team on the 2024 grid, as well as a dig into the design trends, outliers and surprises from what we’ve seen of the new cars, plus a look ahead to what we’ll be watching for in testing.

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2024 Formula 1 Silly Season - The World Turned Upside Down!

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 15:52:24 +0000

On this week’s Back of the Grid Formula 1 Podcast, we discuss the shock news that Lewis Hamilton will be joining Ferrari in 2025 and speculate on why he’s moving, who might replace him at Mercedes, where Carlos Sainz can go next and what else it could mean for the 2025 driver market. Plus, we look at F1’s rejection of the Andretti application and pick apart their reasoning and motivations.

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2024 Pre-Season News - The Worst Team name Ever?

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 20:16:20 +0000

We recorded this two days ago, did we miss anything since then? There’s still lots to fit in this episode, with a new circuit in Madrid, new driver and reserve contracts, the first new livery of the season, an awful new team name and what we’re going to call them this year instead.

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2024 January Formula 1 News - RED FLAG!!!

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 12:13:00 +0000

In this episode, we discuss Guenther Steiner's departure from Haas, the new name for Sauber, changes to Red Flag rules in F2 and F3, Toto Wolff's contract extension, and Jenson Button's new WEC and Daytona 24h plans. We also look back at our 2023 predictions and give you some car launch dates for 2024. BONUS: The Calm before the storm as Red Bull and Alpha Tauri plan to work in (very) close proximity.

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Tue, 14 Nov 2023 12:30:00 +0000

On this week’s Back of the Grid F1 Podcast we look ahead to the much hyped Las Vegas Grand Prix, all of the ingredients that could make it a chaotic weekend and which teams are likely to benefit or lose out from the unusual circuit and conditions. Plus, a look at the championship battles remaining, some of the most difficult predictions of the season and your questions from the inbox.

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Tue, 29 Aug 2023 20:35:12 +0000

On Back Of The Grid Formula 1 Podcast this week, Stu and Chris unpack an absolutely HECTIC Dutch GP, with some stellar driving up and down the field, coupled with some questionable strategy and some excellent strategy in extremely tricky circumstances. Records were set and broken in places you might not expect. Listen now for our hot take on an absolutely frantic race!

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2023 Dutch GP Preview - The Butterfly Effect: What Really Killed Felipe Massa’s 2008 Championship?

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 19:58:58 +0000

In this week's Back Of The Grid Formula 1 Podcast episode, Chris and Stu catch up before this weekend's Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort. We reveal our thoughts on what really killed Felipe Massa's 2008 title bid and the ramifications of his legal action against the FIA and FOM. We make our predictions for the race weekend and of course, we go through your questions from the inbox. Enjoy!

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Tue, 25 Jul 2023 11:12:00 +0000

In this episode, We discuss the Hungarian GP and the impact of the new qualifying format. We analyze the dominance of the Red Bull team, highlighting their record-breaking victories and Max Verstappen's impressive performance. We discuss other teams' performances, such as McLaren's strong showing and Ferrari's strategic failures. We make predictions for the upcoming Belgian GP and address listener questions about engine equalisation and secrecy within F1 teams. Leave your questions in the comments below and we'll give a shout out to anyone with a good name!

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2023 Hungarian GP Preview - Daniel Ricciardo’s Return: A Game-Changer for AlphaTauri?

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:13:24 +0000

In this episode, Chris and Stu discuss the mid-season driver swap at AlphaTauri. We analyze the decision to replace Nick de Vries and speculate on Daniel Ricciardo's return to the team. We discuss Red Bull's objectives and the potential benefits for both teams involved in the swap.As always we make predictions for the upcoming Hungarian Grand Prix and dip into the inbox for your questions and contributions!

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2023 British GP Review - Unleashing the Beast: McLaren’s Stellar Performance

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 11:30:00 +0000

In this episode we review the 2023 British Grand Prix. We're super pumped about McLaren's performance and how they've turned things around with their car upgrades. We'll break down their awesome showing in qualifying and the race, and chat about the variable order up and down the grid. We call out some iffy decisions by the stewards and talk about continued strategy blunders from Ferrari.

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2023 Austrian GP Review - Are Track Limits Ruining Formula 1?

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 09:16:45 +0000

In our review of the Austrian Grand Prix we delve into the issues surrounding track limits and penalties, and come up with some unique solutions as drivers and fans express frustration with the lack of communication and inconsistent enforcement from the FIA. We analyse the performances of different drivers and teams, including Ferrari, Red Bull, and Aston Martin. Finally, we make our predictions for the upcoming race at Silverstone and discuss the storylines leading into next weeks British GP and read out your comments from the inbox. Listen now for insightful commentary and lively discussions about the current state of Formula 1.

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Back of the Grid is a Formula 1 podcast hosted by 3 passionate F1 fans. Tom , Chris & Stu discuss the weekly goings on in the word of Formula 1, review and preview races and offer up thoughts on all the talking points. New episodes released each Tuesday during the season!

2023 Austrian GP Preview - Welcome To Enstone

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 20:27:14 +0000

Has Ryan Reynolds taken over Alpine? Well… no. But he is part of an interesting new investment group taking a stake in the team. We discuss what it could all mean for the Alpine, as well as confirmation of a new team application for 2026, some interesting comments on the application process from the FIA president and ever exciting budget cap updates, plus a look ahead to the sprint weekend in Austria, our predictions and your questions from the inbox.

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2023 Canadian GP Review - Have Aston Martin closed the gap to Red Bull?

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 07:18:52 +0000

Chris and Tom discuss Max Verstappen's impressive win at the Canadian Grand Prix, his fourth in a row and sixth this season. With a 69-point lead over his teammate Sergio Perez, Verstappen's level of dominance is almost untouchable. The hosts also touch on Fernando Alonso's performance, who finished second, the closest finish to Verstappen all season. But the discussion doesn't stop there. The hosts dive into the inconsistency of stewarding and penalties in Formula 1, and the need for more consistent and quick application of penalties. Tune in to hear their thoughts on these topics and more.

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2023 Canadian GP Preview - Why Formula One needs to take notes from Le Mans

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 08:26:59 +0000

We look ahead to the Canadian Grand Prix this week and discuss last weekend's 24 Hours of Le Mans. We dive into the new and varied field of hypercar teams and manufacturers and what F1 can learn from WEC in attracting new entries as well as improving the experience for us, the fans. There are also a few personnel changes to recap and the potential impact of forest fires on the Canadian Grand Prix.

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2023 Spanish GP Review - What makes a good race circuit?

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 07:54:48 +0000

In this episode, we discuss the Spanish Grand Prix, including another great qualifying and the race itself. We take a look at the fairness of penalties given during the race and discuss the use of DRS in Formula One. We also dip into the inbox to answer a question about what makes a good race circuit and discuss the possibility of Red Bull winning all the races this season.

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2023 Monaco GP Review - Can Aston Martin ever be champions with Lance Stroll?

Wed, 31 May 2023 08:41:16 +0000

One of the greatest Monaco qualifying sessions ever? Who read the weather best during the closing stages? Did Aston Martin throw away a win for Alonso? Will they ever be competitive with front running teams with Lance Stroll in one of their seats?

Answers to all this and more, plus a look ahead to the Spanish GP this weekend, and answers to your questions from the inbox

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2023 Monaco Preview: Who Dares to Upgrade?

Tue, 23 May 2023 07:25:08 +0000

This week we discussed the unfortunate cancellation of the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix due to heavy rain and flooding, and how it affects the upcoming races. We also had a lively debate about the potential return of the A1 Grand Prix and shared our thoughts on various storylines to watch out for in the upcoming Monaco Grand Prix. All that plus the usual predictions and your questions from inbox.
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2023 Emilia Romagna GP Preview - Renault’s Role in Formula One: Serious Contender or Marketing Tool?

Tue, 16 May 2023 09:34:56 +0000

In this weeks episode, we look at recent comments from Alpine CEO Laurent Rossi, the pressure on Otmar Szafnauer after the teams poor start to the season and rumours of a potential sale of the team to an American company, as well as Renault’s wider position as a team owner and engine supplier in F1. We also look ahead to Imola, the upgrades most teams will be bringing and changes to the qualifying format, plus our predictions and your questions from the inbox.

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2023 Miami GP review: Miami Twice - Verstappen extends his championship lead

Tue, 09 May 2023 21:24:39 +0000

In this weeks podcast we dive right into the marina at Miami Grand Prix, from the jaw-dropping prices of VIP food menus to impressive performances from (some of) the drivers and teams, we cover it all. Plus, as always, we answer your burning questions from Alonso's accomplishments to the cost cap's impact on the top teams. Don't forget to mark your calendars for upcoming races and follow us on YouTube and social media for more thrilling content. While we mixed opinions about the Miami Grand Prix, we're eagerly anticipating the next race in Imola. Tune in for some insightful analysis and lively discussion!

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2023 Azerbaijan GP review - The Forgotten Fanbase

Tue, 02 May 2023 22:02:00 +0000

Is Daniel Ricciardo coaching Checo? Was Russell's early sprint battle with Verstappen fair? What's the true purpose of the Formula 1 Sprint weekend format? All this and more in the Azerbaijan GP Sprint weekend review, with two whole races and a whole lot of hype around a weekend that some might say failed to deliver, Baku narrowly avoids disaster - listen now!

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Tue, 04 Apr 2023 11:52:26 +0000

What even was that?! In this episode we discuss An incident packed Australian GP, crashes, penalties, and the many controversial decisions made by the FIA. We look at the current state of stewarding in Formula One and call for updates to the rulebook and decision-making processes on race weekends and during races themselves. Tune in for our insight and analysis.

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2023 Australian GP Preview - Formula Equal: A New Team with a 50/50 Gender Split and Saudi Arabian Funding

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 13:06:44 +0000

This week we look ahead to the Australian GP and discuss various topics related to motorsports, including the organisational changes at McLaren, potential changes to the Formula One race weekend format, the recent Formula E race in Sao Paulo and we make predictions for the upcoming Australian Grand Prix. Also, we touch on controversial incidents in Formula One and the impact they have on fans and those who work within the sport.

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2023 Saudi Arabian GP Review - Overturn Underturn

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 18:47:02 +0000

This week, just how dominant is the Red Bull, are there cracks appearing between Verstappen and Perez already, lots of baffling FIA decisions, pessimism from Mercedes and Ferrari plus all the other stories from the Saudi Arabian GP, predictions league and your questions from the inbox.

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2023 Saudi Arabian GP Preview w/ Callum McIntyre of Overdrive & Driver61

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 10:18:16 +0000

Tom is joined by Driver 61 producer and Overdrive producer/presenter Callum McIntyre to look ahead to Jeddah, chat about Jenson Button making an appearance in NASCAR this season and how he is getting on with training for the Caterham Academy Championship this year.

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2023 Bahrain GP Review - The Nandolorian

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 09:02:39 +0000

After the new season finally kicked off in Bahrain, we ask if we can finally call the Aston Martin hype real, look at where it's going wrong for Ferrari, Mercedes and McLaren and what it's going to take for anyone to challenge Red Bull. Plus, all the usual race awards, predictions league and your questions from the inbox.

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Tue, 20 Sep 2022 16:50:17 +0000

On a rare week with no race review or preview, we take the chance to discuss why Colton Herta won't be joining the grid next year and the failings of the super license system. Also, we look at the remaining potential driver moves this silly season, how many more teams Nyck de Vries could drive for before the year is out and all the FP1 young driver slots to fill, as well as a trip to the multiverse in the inbox.

2022 Italian GP Review - Be Better

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2022 French GP Review - Are Ferrari Handing Max the Title?

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 19:15:11 +0000

After Leclerc crashes out and Sainz loses a potential podium after starting from the back, we discuss whether Ferrari are potentially handing a title to Max Verstappen and Red Bull with 10 races to go and a 63pt lead for the Dutchman.
We also look ahead to the Hungarian GP this weekend with jingle extraordinaire, Ash Foster.

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2022 French GP Preview - France, Flexi Floors & Fantasy F1 w/ Ross Fruin, GridRival CEO

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 08:56:29 +0000

GridRival CEO, Ross Fruin, joins us to talk about what goes into running a fantasy sports business focused around motorsports, what is going on with flexi floors and what will be changing regarding the FIA's policing of plank wear, and of course a look ahead to the French Grand Prix this weekend.

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2022 Austrian Grand Prix Review - Schumacher’s New Groove

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 11:17:23 +0000

After an eventful weekend in Austria, we look at a much needed victory for Leclerc, a scary retirement for Sainz, the bizarre stewarding that's annoying drivers and fans alike, another brilliant weekend for Haas, the indefensible behaviour from some 'fans' at the circuit and what can be done about it, as well as all the other stories from qualifying, the sprint and the race, predictions and your questions from the inbox.

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2022 British GP Review - Maiden Win For Defiant Sainz

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 09:59:04 +0000

After Zhou and Albon walked away from a horror crash at Silverstone, followed by one one of the greatest races in recent years, we sit down to discuss what can be learned from the lap 1 incident, how Ferrari indecision could have cost them the race, whether they made the right call under the safety car which ultimately handed Sainz his first victory, the unbelievable duel between Hamilton, Perez and Leclerc in the closing laps and a near endless list of driver and move of the day candidates.

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2022 British GP Preview - Magny-Cours and Hockenheim Shortcuts

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 15:18:56 +0000

On a quiet week for F1 news, we discuss Gasly's new contract, the future of the French Grand Prix, McLaren's many drivers, upgrades, technical directives and our memories of the Nintendo 64, as well as a preview of this weekends British Grand Prix, predictions and the inbox.

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2022 Canadian GP Review - I Blame Rick Astley

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 11:11:58 +0000

As F1 finally returns to Canada, we look at the new technical directive aimed at battling porpoising, wet qualifying heroics, an intriguing fight for the win, a resurgent Mercedes, a strong recovery for Leclerc and ask some difficult questions of Sainz. Plus, predictions, fantasy league and your questions from the inbox.

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2022 Azerbaijan Review - Alpha Tapey & Ferrari Faily

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 08:52:05 +0000

After Ferrari gifted Red Bull another 1-2 in Baku, we discuss what is going wrong at the Scuderia and look at who needs to be responsible for fixing the porpoising issue that's causing health concerns for drivers, as well as some great drives in the midfield, lots of WTF candidates, a look ahead to the return of the Canadian GP and your questions from the inbox.

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2022 Azerbaijan Preview - A Porpoise Is Just A 💩 Dolphin 🐬

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 17:11:10 +0000

A quiet news week leads us to talking about some 2023 grid predictions and who may or may not replace drivers up and down the grid, as well as some debate of cost caps and of course, a look ahead to the weekend in Azerbaijan. Can Perez go for a second win in two at a circuit he has a good track record at? Will the streets of Baku present challenges we are yet to see in this new generation of car? Answer to these and more!

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2022 Monaco GP Review - The Entire Tyre 🛞

Tue, 31 May 2022 15:02:46 +0000

Downpours on Sunday lead to delays, on track incidents, number 2 drivers coming out on top and pit stop panics. We look back through it all as well as take a moment to discuss former F1 driver Marcus Ericsson being first across the yard of bricks to take a thrilling Indy 500 win.
Plus, we discuss Monaco on the whole and what value it adds to the calendar, if any, with it's existing deal now done and no new one in place.

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2022 Spanish GP Review - DRS Moans and Nauseating Drones

Tue, 24 May 2022 12:32:41 +0000

As the new rules prove themselves in Spain, we look at an enthralling battle for the win, positives from a disastrous weekend for Ferrari, super effective upgrades for Mercedes and some suspect upgrades for Aston Martin, as well as a look ahead to the Monaco GP and some bold choices in the prediction league.

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2022 Spanish GP Preview - Testing 2.0?

Tue, 17 May 2022 22:17:43 +0000

As McLaren confirm their purchase of the Mercedes Formula E team and reigning Formula E champion Nyck de Vries prepares to make his Formula 1 practice debut for Williams, we discuss the relative merits of both series for drivers, teams and manufacturers and look at what the future might hold for them. Plus, our predictions for the Spanish Grand Prix as teams prepare a raft of upgrades that might shake up the running order and your questions from the inbox.

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2022 Miami GP Review - Culturally Appropriate Headwear

Wed, 11 May 2022 17:14:49 +0000

This week, the good, the bad and the downright bizarre from F1's first weekend in Miami, as we ask how much pre-race hype is too much and consider the longest list of WTF candidates we've ever had. Also, there was a race in the middle of it all! Including a vintage Verstappen drive, some great recovery drives and strange highs and lows for Mercedes we try to get to the bottom of.

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2022 Miami GP Preview - WipEout 2023

Tue, 03 May 2022 14:31:57 +0000

This week, we preview the inaugural Miami GP and look at the quirks of the new circuit and who it might suit, as well as a new qualifying experiment for next season, the incredible look and technology of the Gen3 Formula E car, the return of W Series, our predictions for the weekend and your questions from the inbox.

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2022 Emilia Romagna GP Review - Prayers Answered?

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 14:24:03 +0000

Chris and Stu review the 2022 Emilia Romagna Formula 1 Grand prix. We discuss the mistakes Leclerc just can't afford to make, Verstappen's dominance and another shocker for Sainz. We fix the sprint weekend format (again) and mull another difficult weekend for Mercedes. Plus your questions from the Inbox and more!

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2022 Emilia Romagna GP Preview - Pray For Rain

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 12:50:51 +0000

This week, F1 is back to the Grand prix with the longest name on the calendar and we look at what to expect from upgrade packages, what affect the forecast rain could have on the weekend and who the sprint format is likely to help and hinder. Plus, a look at the potential Porsche and Audi entries to F1 and which teams it makes sense for them to join up with, our predictions for the weekend and your questions from the inbox.

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2022 Australian GP Review - A Drive Perez Would Proud Of

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 09:46:52 +0000

As F1 finally returns to Australia, we look at contrasting fortunes at Ferrari, more problems for Verstappen, what could have been for Alonso, Mercedes and McLaren heading back in the right direction and an incredible drive from Albon, plus the predictions league and your questions from the inbox.

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2022 Australian GP Preview - The Bottom Of The Moomin

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 11:23:13 +0000

F1 is finally back in Australia, but what do we expect from the new layout? Does it need ANOTHER DRS zone? What will the mixed up tyre choices mean for strategy? Plus, the pros and cons of the upcoming race in Las Vegas, a Moomin based guide to the new track, our predictions for Australia and your questions from the inbox!

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2022 Saudi Arabian GP Review - The Curse Of Lap 37

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:44:42 +0000

This week, we look at what went down on Friday night in Saudi Arabia, how close we came to not having a race and what the ramifications of it all may be. There was a race though, with another intriguing duel between Leclerc and Verstappen, terrible luck for Perez and mixed fortunates for Mercedes. All that, plus predictions, fantasy league and your questions from the inbox.

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2022 Bahrain GP Review - Ferrari: The Real Deal

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 23:10:25 +0000

One race down and one around the corner! We look back at Ferrari proving their testing pace and good looking car pose a real threat and actually look the part, while a disaster for Red Bull Powertrains leads to a surprise Mercedes podium. All that plus we offer up some predictions for the upcoming Saudi Arabian GP this weekend.

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2022 Bahrain GP Preview - Predicting the Unpredictable

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 13:10:29 +0000

With the first race of the 2022 season right around the corner, it's time for us to make our first race predictions of the season, after we try to figure out who came out of testing on top, who still has work to do and we dig in to how and why Mercedes have all but abandoned sidepods. Plus, Magnussen rejoins the grid, F1 testing opportunities for Indycar drivers and your questions from the inbox.

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2022 Listener Predictions

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 22:00:19 +0000

This week, we take a look through the predictions we have been sent for the season by all of you, take some of your questions from inbox, and speculate incorrectly about who was going to get the Haas seat after Mazepin's departure.

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2022 First Test Roundup - Aquatic Mammals

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:47:40 +0000

This week, we look at what can be learned from the first test, who can return to the factory satisfied, who still has work to do, and if porpoising is as big a deal as it seems. Plus, the final livery review of the grid, the future for Haas and their driver lineup, and we make some ill-advised predictions for the season ahead.

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2022 Livery Review - Shame about the steelies

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 19:39:12 +0000

This week, what impact will F1's new race directors and changes to race control have on the season ahead, is there any truth to Andretti joining F1, plus all the interesting details on the new cars and those all important livery reviews!

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2022 Pre-Pre-Season Preview - Alpine Vs Aston

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 12:52:43 +0000

We’re back for our first proper episode of 2022 to catch up on all the team personnel changes over the winter, Helmut Marko giving the game away over Honda engine plans, the latest fallout from Abu Dhabi, the new W Series calendar, the first Formula E races of the season and their incredible new qualifying format, as well as a look ahead to car launches and testing, plus your questions from the inbox.

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2021 Quiz of the Season Special

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 21:26:02 +0000

As the winter break lingers on, we invited some friends of the show to join us and test their knowledge of the entire 2021 season. Who has the best team name? Can Tom and Stu remember anything we spent the last year talking about? What on Earth was the Grand Prix at Imola even called? All this and more! Play along at home and let us know how you do!

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2021 Season Review and Awards

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 11:55:27 +0000

It’s time for our 2021 season review as we look at the performances, highs and lows of every team and driver on the grid, hand out our all important end of season awards, and look at the predictions we made way back in March to see what we got right and what we got horribly wrong. Which was our favourite race of the season? Which rookie impressed us most? What made us say WTF more than anything? Who will win our coveted team and driver of the year awards? All this and more!

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2021 Abu Dhabi GP Review - Masi takes the Michael

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 10:08:03 +0000

After a suitably controversial end to the 2021 season, we look at what on earth went on in those final laps and what changes F1 needs to make for the future, the strategy choices that left Mercedes vulnerable, defensive heroics from Perez, some amazing results behind the top two that flew under the radar, a goodbye to one of the all time greats, the final results of the prediction league, and on top of it all, a thoroughly deserving new world champion.

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2021 Saudi Arabian GP Review - The Grid Auction

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 19:04:27 +0000

In our 200th episode, we review maybe the strangest race we’ve ever seen as we look at all the major events and controversies between Hamilton and Verstappen and the penalties handed out, the bizarre decision making from the drivers, teams and FIA, all of the other winners and losers plus a look ahead to the season finale in Abu Dhabi and your questions from the inbox.

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2021 Saudi Arabia GP Preview - Thank You, Frank

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 20:12:46 +0000

This week we look ahead to the inaugural Saudi Arabia GP in Jeddah but also take some time to reflect on the huge impact Frank Williams had on the sport and beyond after the sad news of his passing earlier this week.

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2021 Qatar GP Review - This Isn’t Even My Final Form

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 13:49:46 +0000

After F1's first visit to the Losail circuit in Qatar, we look at the qualifying penalties and if they were deserved, the ever decreasing gap in the championship standings, a brilliant return to the podium for Alonso, suspect strategy for Perez, what could have caused the punctures and some big swings in the constructors standings ahead of the final two races of the season.

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2021 Brazilian GP Review - No Investigation Necessary

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 18:54:49 +0000

After an unbelievable weekend in Brazil, this week we discuss... deep breath Should Hamilton have been disqualified, why was Verstappen poking around the Mercedes rear wing, two of the greatest drives we've ever seen, an impromptu reverse grid trial, Perez brilliance, did Verstappen deserve a penalty and why did the stewards not even look at it, did Mercedes throw away a 1-2, are Red Bull looking rattled, the final seat on the grid filled, predictions, a look ahead to Qatar, inbox and much more!

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2021 Mexican GP Review - The Race of Chase

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 17:54:38 +0000

Join us to review the Mexican GP where turn 1 drama set the scene for the rest of the race and everyone up and down the field seemed to be chasing those ahead but rarely finding the move for position, plus we look ahead to the Brazilian GP and how the result of this weekend will play out for the championship over these final few weeks.

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2021 Mexican GP Preview - Sprint Ducks Confirmed 🦆

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 18:09:08 +0000

As the season heads into a final stretch of 5 races in the next 6 weeks we discuss what we expect from the upcoming Mexican GP as well as the situation of the Jeddah Street Circuit in Saudi Arabia. Plus we also talk about the provisional sprint race changes for 2022, Andretti Sauber takeover talks and your questions from the inbox.

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2021 US GP Review - All Aboard The Shaq-Mobile

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 13:19:27 +0000

After F1 makes a triumphant return to Austin, we look at how the enthralling battle for the win played out, what Mercedes could have done differently, a heroic drive from Perez, all the other drives of note down the grid, plus a new W Series champion, prediction league and all the ways Shaquille O'Neal stole the show.

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 12:27:38 +0000

This week, we take a look at the (almost) final car launches of the season, do our all important livery tier rankings, pick out the stories to keep an eye on in testing and answer your questions in the inbox.

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Car Launch Catchup - Who is Tom Brady?

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 09:02:31 +0000

This week, we catch up on all the car reveals to date, give our thoughts on the new liveries and technical changes and answer your questions from the inbox!

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It's Orange

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 17:08:58 +0000

This week, we catch up on all the recent news including the engine freeze, sprint races, new contracts and new teams, while simultaneously watching the McLaren MCL35M launch and getting distracted by all the strange goings on that aren't the new car being revealed.

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Tue, 11 Aug 2020 18:13:29 +0000

This week we're joined by Ashley Foster aka Ukesnaile to discuss the Racing Point verdict, another great weekend for Hulk, highs for Verstappen, lows for Bottas, plenty of tyre talk, an unexpectedly poor week in the predictions league and a look ahead to the Spanish Grand Prix.

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Thu, 16 Apr 2020 13:11:48 +0000

There may be no racing, but there’s still plenty to talk about as F1 look at ways to put a calendar together, the 2021 rules become the 2022 rules, McLaren try to emulate Brawn GP and Silverstone looks at running a reverse circuit. All this, plus your inbox!

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2020 Australian GP Review - The Race-less Review

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 21:00:01 +0000

After arriving in Australia a positive Covid-19 case ends the weekend before it begins and along with the rest of the sporting world further events are cancelled and hang in the balance. We take a look at what that means for this season and further.

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2020 Australian GP Preview - Helmets & Hairstyles

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 20:10:04 +0000

The season is almost upon us. This week we look ahead to opening weekend, make some predictions and see what helmet rule changes may mean for Lewis Hamilton's hair!

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2020 Pre Season Testing - What They Look Like & What They Go Like

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 13:26:26 +0000

Cars are finally on track in 2020! We cover all the launches, review those all important liveries, work out what we can learn from testing so far, try to explain what on earth Mercedes and Red Bull are up to with their new cars, catch up on news and dip into the inbox.

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The (late) BOTG Awards 2019

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 20:42:38 +0000

Tue, 20 Mar 2018 13:28:09 +0000

The season proper is upon us! Join us for a run through what's new heading into Australia and some long term predictions from us, and some of you! Plus, the Back of the Grid prediction league is back, and better than ever!

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2018 Testing Roundup - What We Learned From Testing

Tue, 13 Mar 2018 11:06:14 +0000

Join us for a recap of who was where during the testing in Barcelona along with what we learnt from it and an insight into where we think the grid will be come Melbourne.

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2018 - First Test Recap

Tue, 06 Mar 2018 09:57:54 +0000

Back to talk new cars, testing & TV rights, Chris Evans and Tom King are back for another week to summarise what we may be able to take away from the first test of the season in Barcelona

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2018 Pre Testing News Roundup

Tue, 20 Feb 2018 09:28:38 +0000

Chris & Tom run through the liveries and cars we've seen so far, recap some offseason news and answer your questions ahead of the first test in Barcelona next week.

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2018 Winter Recap - 2018 is GO GO GO!

Tue, 23 Jan 2018 12:28:33 +0000

A new season is almost upon us! With testing on the horrizon we summarise the big news of the winter break and look ahead to testing in February & March, as well as reveal our theme tune for 2018!

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2017 Season Review & Awards

Wed, 13 Dec 2017 10:45:59 +0000

The season is over. It's been a great first year with you all, but now its time to review it & hand out some rewards! Hear our thoughts on the best overtakes, races & drivers from the 2017 season.

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2017 Abu Dhabi Review - A (Prediction) Champion is Crowned in Abu Dhabi

Tue, 28 Nov 2017 11:30:41 +0000

Valtteri Bottas earns his first grand slam in a largely uneventful race plus, we find out who our predictions league champions are, discuss the new F1 logo & Pirelli's new tyres for 2018.
Have no fear, we will return with a full season review in a couple of weeks time and will still be doing shows through the winter break. Thank you to everyone who joined us through this first season of the show and we hope to see you all again come Australia!

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2017 Abu Dhabi Preview - F1 Goes Logo Loco

Tue, 21 Nov 2017 13:14:20 +0000

This week Formula 1 apparently registered 3 new, frankly terrible, logos. Of course we disect them and give our opinion as well as news from the WEC and Macau relating to the F1 world, plus we make our final, crucial predictions for the final round of the 2017 prediction league!

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2017 Brazilian GP Review - Farewell Felipe!

Tue, 14 Nov 2017 10:42:22 +0000

We say farwell to Felipe Massa again, but for real this time! Daniel Ricciardo shows hes the last of the late brakers, Lewis Hamilton scythes through the field with a new engine after a Q1 mistake & Sebastian Vettel settles into an early lead and sees it home. All the Brazilian Grand Prix round up & news from around the sport!

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2017 Brazilian GP Preview - Ferrari Threaten To Leave F1... Again

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 12:03:07 +0000

This week saw plenty of news in the F1 and motorsport world. New engine regulations were proposed for 2021, Ferrari threatened to leave the sport like they do any time anything changes, Felipe Massa announced his retirement (again) & F1 new boy Brendan Hartley sealed the World Endurance title with his teammates.

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2017 Mexico GP Review - The Turn Three Title Decider

Tue, 31 Oct 2017 11:15:42 +0000

Much like a lot of this season the title race fizzed out this weekend meaning we had basically crowned Lewis Hamilton a 4 time champion by turn 3. In a race that also saw the Kvyat demotion, Verstappen win theory come true once more we break down the more interesting talking points of the weekend.

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2017 United States GP Review - FIA Casts Shadow Over US GP

Wed, 25 Oct 2017 12:29:25 +0000

In the style of the weekend... Let's get ready to podcast! This weekend saw an entertaining race decend into a shouting match between the Verstappen family and the FIA. Much like the bizarre computer generated eagle that cast its shadow over turn 1, the events cast a shadow over a race that could have been one of the better ones this season, if not only for the over the top American style presentation most of us enjoyed!

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2017 United States GP Preview - The Toro Rosso Family Reunion

Tue, 17 Oct 2017 12:11:58 +0000

This week we discuss Brendon Hartley who steps in for the Super Formula bound Pierre Gasly as well as take a look at some more drivers for the future. We also play a little game involving drivers histories and make our predictions for the US GP this weeked.

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2017 Japanese GP Review - The Toro Rosso Wheel of Fortune

Tue, 10 Oct 2017 08:30:00 +0000

Toro Rosso seem to have a seat with so many potential drivers its some what of a lottery as to who will race for them in Texas. This week we discuss who may get the drive, another race ruined for Ferrari by poor reliability, and what does the future hold for F1?

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2017 Malaysian GP Review & Japanese GP Preview - Taxi For Vettel

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 12:51:47 +0000

A win on merit for the flying dutchman Max Verstappen, a weekend of trouble for Ferrari & a bizzare incident between Sebastian Vettel & Lance Stroll post race.

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2017 Malaysian GP Preview - Formula 1 Time Teams

Tue, 26 Sep 2017 11:18:53 +0000

This week the chaps play a little game involving team history and previous names and go digging into the past of the current grid, as well as a look forward to the Malaysian Grand Prix & this weeks driver news

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2017 Singapore GP Review - Ferrari's Fake News Blame Game

Tue, 19 Sep 2017 12:08:42 +0000

In a race that for some was over by turn 1 we saw the midfield fighting for points, good drives from a number of drivers in the spotlight and Ferrari causing a stir with some fake news levels of blame shifting

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2017 Singapore GP Preview - McLaren Honda divorce, Toro Rosso get the dog

Thu, 14 Sep 2017 11:42:24 +0000

In a week dominated by the divorce of McLaren & Honda we talk about the potential moves around the teams in terms of drivers, engines and sponsors that the news has set in motion, and somehow also find the time to look ahead to the Singapore grand prix!

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2017 Italian GP Review - Rain, Rain, Go Away!

Tue, 05 Sep 2017 09:17:31 +0000

Hamilton dominates a heavily delayed qualifying, Ferrari are no where near all weekend, Ocon & Stoll find themselves up the sharp end, penalties cause a ridiculous amount of confusion & Daniel Ricciardo puls off another impressive drive.

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2017 Belgian GP Review - Air Force India

2017 Azerbaijan GP Preview - Rush Hour (2)4

Tue, 20 Jun 2017 10:52:28 +0000

Tom King, Chris Evans & Stu Greenwood recap an exciting edition of the 24hr of Le Mans including a class win for Jackie Chan's racing team, talk the new F1 calendar for 2018, Renault news, Williams to potentially switch to Honda engines & a potential Force India name change.

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2017 Canadian GP Review - A Force India Faux Pas?

Tue, 13 Jun 2017 09:00:00 +0000

Tom King, Chris Evans & Stu Greenwood review a weekend dominated by Lewis Hamilton at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve as well as the main talking point of the Force India's and their indecision in forcing team orders. Lance Stroll finally scores points, and guess what... a Honda engine failed costing Fernando Alonso & McLaren another points finish.

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2017 Canadian GP Preview - A Kubica Comeback?

Tue, 06 Jun 2017 13:56:06 +0000

Tom King, Chris Evans & Stu Greenwood look ahead to a weekend in Montreal at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, a Renault outing for Robert Kubica, Le Mans 24 hour testing, more Honda woes, 2018 schedule plans & Perez to Renault?

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2017 Monaco GP & Indy 500 Review - A Race of Two Worlds

Wed, 31 May 2017 09:48:18 +0000

Tom King, Chris Evans & Stu Greenwood review a frankly dull weekend in Monaco seeing a Vettel win, a Mercedes struggle & a Button nightmare. Luckily they also cover the much more interesting Indy 500 which saw spectacular crashes, interesting racing & an almost fairytale story for Alonso.

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2017 Monaco GP Preview - Welcome Back Jenson!

Tue, 23 May 2017 10:13:44 +0000

Tom King, Chris Evans & Stu Greenwood talk Indy 500 qualifying, F1 tyre changes, Haas' new livery, weird NASCAR formats & Formula E in Paris.

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2017 Spanish GP Review - Tennis Anyone?

Sun, 14 May 2017 20:53:43 +0000

Tom King, Chris Evans & Stu Greenwood run through the events of the grand prix weekend in Barcelona at the Circuit de Catalunya. Hamilton & Vettel battle it out for the win, Alonso plays tennis & performs qualifying miracles, Wehrlein capitalises on a virtual safety car to earn an unexpected result & Tom predicts a turn 1 incident almost perfectly.

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2017 Spanish GP Preview - F1's Broken Reward System

Wed, 10 May 2017 07:32:18 +0000

Tom King, Chris Evans & Stu Greenwood cover the latest F1 news including Alonso doing his Rookie Orientation Program at Indianapolis & the mess that is the reward prize distribution. We also discuss Robert Kubica looking possible to make a return to open seat racing, Timo Glock has an F1 seat fitting... Allegedly, Red Bull play down upcoming updates as Force India target Red Bull with theirs.

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2017 Russian GP Review - Bottas gets his first win

Mon, 01 May 2017 14:58:52 +0000

Tom King, Chris Evans & Stu Greenwood discuss the Russian Grand Prix in Sochi where Bottas takes a maiden win, Alonso doesnt even make the start & Grosjean and Palmer have weekends to forget.

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2017 Russian GP Preview - News, Jingles & Sochi Predictions

Tue, 18 Apr 2017 17:00:21 +0000

Tom King, Chris Evans & Stu Greenwood cover all the F1 news from last week like Alonso doing the Indy 500 and recap the busy bank holiday of motorsport in F2, WEC & BTCC. We officially introduce "Are They Better Than Bruno Senna?" and make our initial predicitions for Sochi.

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2017 Bahrain GP Review - Sergio Perez, the unsung hero.

Mon, 17 Apr 2017 09:13:29 +0000

Tom King, Chris Evans & Stu Greenwood review the 2017 Bahrain Grand Prix in a weekend where silly descisions and failing brakes robbed us of a much tighter fight at the front and Sergio Perez put in a great drive from 18th to 7th.

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2017 Chinese GP Review - Verstappen shines as Giovinazzi flounders

Tue, 11 Apr 2017 00:10:41 +0000

Tom, Chris & Stu review the 2017 Chinese Grand Prix in a weekend for Verstappen to remember in a strong drive and Giovinazzi to forget finding the wall twice in as many days.

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2017 Chinese GP Preview - Wehrlein Misses Another Race Weekend

Tue, 04 Apr 2017 06:55:22 +0000

Tom, Chris & Stu discuss Pascal Wehrlein electing to miss ANOTHER race weekend after announcing he will sit out the Chinese, and possibly the Bahrain grand prixs. We also discuss the events of the Mexican ePrix in Formula E and make predictions for China.

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2017 Australian Grand Prix Review

Mon, 27 Mar 2017 07:28:34 +0000

Tom is joined by James Hagreaves from The Sqweak & The DeeJayOne Podcast to discuss Vettel's 43rd victory, Ricciardo's bad luck at home, our love for Giovinazzi and everything thats gone on this weekend in the return of F1

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2017 F1 Testing Round Up - The McLaren Appreciation Society

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 23:03:01 +0000

Tom & Chris round up the happenings of testing from Barcelona with returning guest Stu Greenwood. We talk about the sports loss in the shocking news of John Surtees' passing this week, the changes in GP2 (now Formula 2) branding, what on earth is going on at McLaren and we start our predictions game.

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2017 First Test Roundup & Livery Chat

Fri, 03 Mar 2017 03:33:51 +0000

F1 is back! Join Tom King & Chris Evans with special guest Stu Greenwood for a round up of all the new liveries, good and bad, plus all the latest news and goings on from the first test at the Curcuit de Catalunya in Barcelona.

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