Paddock 43: An F1 Podcast

Eleanor Baillieu & Patricia Valeri-Mellior
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🏎️💨If you love F1 drama, race breakdowns, driver gossip, and unfiltered opinions, you’re in the right place! Paddock 43 is your go-to podcast for everything happening on and off the track

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    Antonelli Is UNSTOPPABLE. McLaren was SO close | Miami GP 2026 Review with Danii Clarkson

    Kimi Antonelli just won his THIRD race in a row at the Miami Grand Prix 2026 and he's only 19 years old. McLaren brought their biggest upgrades, Lando Norris led the race, and they STILL couldn't beat Mercedes. We break it down exactly why. This week on Paddock 43, we're deep in the Miami GP 2026 race review: Antonelli's record-breaking hat-trick, the McLaren undercut, Charles Leclerc's catastrophic final lap spin and post-race time penalty, Pierre Gasly's terrifying upside-down crash, and what the 2026 F1 championship standings now look like heading into the Canadian Grand Prix. In this episode: Kimi Antonelli's Miami GP win, how he became the first driver in F1 history to win from each of his first three poles Why McLaren's strategy cost Norris a race victory despite having the pace Oscar Piastri's insane comeback drive from the back of the pack to P3 Charles Leclerc: spin, barrier contact, post-race penalty. Full breakdown Pierre Gasly's crash and Williams double points Full 2026 F1 drivers' championship standings breakdown Subscribe to Paddock 43 for weekly F1 race reviews, driver analysis, and the best conversation in Formula 1. 🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43 – The Formula 1 Podcast That Keeps It Real!    🏎️💨If you love F1 drama, race breakdowns, driver gossip, and unfiltered opinions, you’re in the right place! Paddock 43 is your go-to podcast for everything happening on and off the track   .🚥 What You’ll Get Every Week: ✅ Race Recaps & Analysis – Who dominated, who bottled it, and what it means for the championship. ✅ Breaking F1 News & Rumours – Driver transfers, team drama, FIA chaos—nothing’s off-limits. ✅ F1 Lifestyle & Behind-the-Scenes – From team principals to race engineers, we break it all down. ✅ Hot Takes & Debate Segments – lets get controversial    🎙️ Hosted by Elle & Pat – Two Diehard F1 Fans Who Tell It Like It Is!   Unlike other F1 podcasts, we bring the energy, the humour, and the unfiltered takes—just like chatting F1 with your best mates.   📌 New episodes EVERY WEEK covering:🏆 Post-Race Analysis – Breaking down every Grand Prix from lights out to chequered flag.🔥 Pre-Race Hype & Predictions – Who’s looking strong, who’s struggling, and which storylines to watch. 🚨 Off-Track F1 News – Transfers, contracts, team politics, FIA rule changes—nothing gets  past us.    Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode!    🔔💬 Join the Paddock 43 Community: 📲 Follow us on Instagram (@paddock43podcast) & TikTok (@Paddock43Podcast) for BTS, F1 Memes, Live Q&As, and Breaking News Updates.🎤 Got a question or F1 hot take? Drop it in the comments—we might feature it in the next episode!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube – Hit that follow button so you never miss a race-week recap!🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43—where F1 meets the fans. Let’s race!    🏎️💨@ellebaillieu | @Patriciavalerimellior

    38 min

  2. 27 APR

    F1 2026 Rule Changes! + Turkey GP Confirmed & The Fight Back After the Break

    F1 is (ALMOST) BACK after a five-week break… and somehow, it seems as though its returning as a completely different sport with the updated 2026 regulations In this episode of Paddock 43, we break down the FIA’s early tweaks to the 2026 F1 rules, from energy management changes and increased power deployment to new race start safety systems and wet weather adjustments. After just three races, F1 is already refining the future of the sport… so will it change much or not? We also unpack the biggest story heading into the Miami GP: can Mercedes maintain their dominance, or is the gap finally closing? With McLaren bringing a new car, Ferrari chasing performance, and Red Bull stuck in the midfield, this could be a turning point in the 2026 season. And finally… it’s official. The Turkish Grand Prix is returning to Formula 1 with a confirmed 5-year deal from 2027. We talk about why Istanbul Park is one of the best tracks on the calendar — and what this says about F1’s future direction. If you’re into Formula 1 news, 2026 regulation changes, F1 rumours, and race analysis, this is the episode for you. 🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43 – The Formula 1 Podcast That Keeps It Real!    🏎️💨If you love F1 drama, race breakdowns, driver gossip, and unfiltered opinions, you’re in the right place! Paddock 43 is your go-to podcast for everything happening on and off the track   .🚥 What You’ll Get Every Week: ✅ Race Recaps & Analysis – Who dominated, who bottled it, and what it means for the championship. ✅ Breaking F1 News & Rumours – Driver transfers, team drama, FIA chaos—nothing’s off-limits. ✅ F1 Lifestyle & Behind-the-Scenes – From team principals to race engineers, we break it all down. ✅ Hot Takes & Debate Segments – lets get controversial    🎙️ Hosted by Elle & Pat – Two Diehard F1 Fans Who Tell It Like It Is!   Unlike other F1 podcasts, we bring the energy, the humour, and the unfiltered takes—just like chatting F1 with your best mates.   📌 New episodes EVERY WEEK covering:🏆 Post-Race Analysis – Breaking down every Grand Prix from lights out to chequered flag.🔥 Pre-Race Hype & Predictions – Who’s looking strong, who’s struggling, and which storylines to watch. 🚨 Off-Track F1 News – Transfers, contracts, team politics, FIA rule changes—nothing gets  past us.    Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode!    🔔💬 Join the Paddock 43 Community: 📲 Follow us on Instagram (@paddock43podcast) & TikTok (@Paddock43Podcast) for BTS, F1 Memes, Live Q&As, and Breaking News Updates.🎤 Got a question or F1 hot take? Drop it in the comments—we might feature it in the next episode!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube – Hit that follow button so you never miss a race-week recap!🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43—where F1 meets the fans. Let’s race!    🏎️💨@ellebaillieu | @Patriciavalerimellior

    23 min

  3. 23 APR

    F1 SHOCK: FIA Already Changing 2026 Rules + The Woman Breaking Barriers at Mercedes

    Formula 1 is already shifting… and we’re only just getting started. In this episode of the Paddock 43 Podcast, we break down one of the most important moments for women in motorsport, unpack why the FIA is already tweaking the 2026 Formula 1 regulations, and get real about whether V8 or V10 engines are ever actually coming back. After a short break (because let’s be honest, even F1 needed a holiday), we’re back with a tight 20-minute episode covering the biggest talking points in the sport right now. 🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43 – The Formula 1 Podcast That Keeps It Real!    🏎️💨If you love F1 drama, race breakdowns, driver gossip, and unfiltered opinions, you’re in the right place! Paddock 43 is your go-to podcast for everything happening on and off the track   .🚥 What You’ll Get Every Week: ✅ Race Recaps & Analysis – Who dominated, who bottled it, and what it means for the championship. ✅ Breaking F1 News & Rumours – Driver transfers, team drama, FIA chaos—nothing’s off-limits. ✅ F1 Lifestyle & Behind-the-Scenes – From team principals to race engineers, we break it all down. ✅ Hot Takes & Debate Segments – lets get controversial    🎙️ Hosted by Elle & Pat – Two Diehard F1 Fans Who Tell It Like It Is!   Unlike other F1 podcasts, we bring the energy, the humour, and the unfiltered takes—just like chatting F1 with your best mates.   📌 New episodes EVERY WEEK covering:🏆 Post-Race Analysis – Breaking down every Grand Prix from lights out to chequered flag.🔥 Pre-Race Hype & Predictions – Who’s looking strong, who’s struggling, and which storylines to watch. 🚨 Off-Track F1 News – Transfers, contracts, team politics, FIA rule changes—nothing gets  past us.    Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode!    🔔💬 Join the Paddock 43 Community: 📲 Follow us on Instagram (@paddock43podcast) & TikTok (@Paddock43Podcast) for BTS, F1 Memes, Live Q&As, and Breaking News Updates.🎤 Got a question or F1 hot take? Drop it in the comments—we might feature it in the next episode!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube – Hit that follow button so you never miss a race-week recap!🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43—where F1 meets the fans. Let’s race!    🏎️💨@ellebaillieu | @Patriciavalerimellior

    25 min

  4. 30 MAR

    Is Antonelli Already a Champion? Japan GP Breakdown

    Kimi Antonelli takes control of the 2026 Formula 1 season with a dominant win at the Japanese Grand Prix, becoming the youngest championship leader in history. But was this a statement drive… or did McLaren throw away a guaranteed victory? In this episode of Paddock 43, we break down everything from the Japan GP, including Antonelli’s rise as a genuine title contender, Oscar Piastri’s missed opportunity after a perfect start, and whether McLaren’s strategy cost them the race. We also dive into the controversial safety car moment following Ollie Bearman’s massive crash, the growing concerns around closing speeds in the 2026 regulations, and what it means for driver safety going forward. Plus, we ask the big question: Is Max Verstappen going to leave F1? This is your full F1 Japan GP 2026 review, with analysis, bold takes, and everything you need to know heading into Miami. 🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43 – The Formula 1 Podcast That Keeps It Real!    🏎️💨If you love F1 drama, race breakdowns, driver gossip, and unfiltered opinions, you’re in the right place! Paddock 43 is your go-to podcast for everything happening on and off the track   .🚥 What You’ll Get Every Week: ✅ Race Recaps & Analysis – Who dominated, who bottled it, and what it means for the championship. ✅ Breaking F1 News & Rumours – Driver transfers, team drama, FIA chaos—nothing’s off-limits. ✅ F1 Lifestyle & Behind-the-Scenes – From team principals to race engineers, we break it all down. ✅ Hot Takes & Debate Segments – lets get controversial    🎙️ Hosted by Elle & Pat – Two Diehard F1 Fans Who Tell It Like It Is!   Unlike other F1 podcasts, we bring the energy, the humour, and the unfiltered takes—just like chatting F1 with your best mates.   📌 New episodes EVERY WEEK covering:🏆 Post-Race Analysis – Breaking down every Grand Prix from lights out to chequered flag.🔥 Pre-Race Hype & Predictions – Who’s looking strong, who’s struggling, and which storylines to watch. 🚨 Off-Track F1 News – Transfers, contracts, team politics, FIA rule changes—nothing gets  past us.    Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode!    🔔💬 Join the Paddock 43 Community: 📲 Follow us on Instagram (@paddock43podcast) & TikTok (@Paddock43Podcast) for BTS, F1 Memes, Live Q&As, and Breaking News Updates.🎤 Got a question or F1 hot take? Drop it in the comments—we might feature it in the next episode!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube – Hit that follow button so you never miss a race-week recap!🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43—where F1 meets the fans. Let’s race!    🏎️💨@ellebaillieu | @Patriciavalerimellior

    37 min

  5. 24 MAR

    1000HP, No Fear: Inside Amanda Sorensen’s Rise in Formula Drift

    Amanda Sorensen: https://www.instagram.com/amanda.sorensen12/ Motorsports Marketing and Sponsorships: https://www.amazon.com.au/Motorsports-Marketing-Sponsorships-Sponsors-Really/dp/0982879644 L'Oreal Paris Elvive Glycolic Gloss: https://www.amazon.com.au/LOreal-Elvive-Glycolic-Lamination-Treatment/dp/B0CW8RKZ8V/ref=asc_df_B0CW8RKZ8V?mcid=e98501dfc2493359a2a69db773db0b0a&tag=googleshopdsk-22&linkCode=df0&hvadid=712371956804&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6255570367890734993&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9071427&hvtargid=pla-2298216915027&hvocijid=6255570367890734993-B0CW8RKZ8V-&hvexpln=0&gad_source=1&th=1 🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43 – The Formula 1 Podcast That Keeps It Real!   🏎️💨If you love F1 drama, race breakdowns, driver gossip, and unfiltered opinions, you’re in the right place! Paddock 43 is your go-to podcast for everything happening on and off the track   .🚥 What You’ll Get Every Week: ✅ Race Recaps & Analysis – Who dominated, who bottled it, and what it means for the championship. ✅ Breaking F1 News & Rumours – Driver transfers, team drama, FIA chaos—nothing’s off-limits. ✅ F1 Lifestyle & Behind-the-Scenes – From team principals to race engineers, we break it all down. ✅ Hot Takes & Debate Segments – lets get controversial    🎙️ Hosted by Elle & Pat – Two Diehard F1 Fans Who Tell It Like It Is!   Unlike other F1 podcasts, we bring the energy, the humour, and the unfiltered takes—just like chatting F1 with your best mates.   📌 New episodes EVERY WEEK covering:🏆 Post-Race Analysis – Breaking down every Grand Prix from lights out to chequered flag.🔥 Pre-Race Hype & Predictions – Who’s looking strong, who’s struggling, and which storylines to watch. 🚨 Off-Track F1 News – Transfers, contracts, team politics, FIA rule changes—nothing gets  past us.    Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode!    🔔💬 Join the Paddock 43 Community: 📲 Follow us on Instagram (@paddock43podcast) & TikTok (@Paddock43Podcast) for BTS, F1 Memes, Live Q&As, and Breaking News Updates.🎤 Got a question or F1 hot take? Drop it in the comments—we might feature it in the next episode!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube – Hit that follow button so you never miss a race-week recap!🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43—where F1 meets the fans. Let’s race!    🏎️💨@ellebaillieu | @Patriciavalerimellior

    1hr 1min

  6. 16 MAR

    F1 Chinese Grand Prix: Antonelli Makes History, Hamilton’s First Ferrari Podium & McLaren Disaster

    The 2026 F1 season exploded into life at the Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai with one of the most chaotic race weekends of the year. In this episode of Paddock 43, we break down everything from a historic win for Kimi Antonelli, to a nightmare weekend for McLaren, and a huge milestone for Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari. The Chinese GP delivered major headlines before the race even started. Four drivers failed to start the race, including both McLarens, leaving Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri stranded on the grid in a shocking reliability failure. Meanwhile, Mercedes rookie Antonelli made Formula 1 history, becoming the youngest pole sitter ever before converting it into a dominant race win for Mercedes. We break down: • Why both McLarens failed to start the race • The brutal start to Oscar Piastri’s 2026 season • Why Mercedes suddenly looks like the fastest team on the grid • The moment Lewis Hamilton secured his first Ferrari podium • What Toto Wolff’s hilarious “third driver” comment reveals • The championship battle between Antonelli and Russell • The shocking news that Bahrain and Saudi Arabia could be cancelled If you want a fast, entertaining breakdown of the biggest stories from the Chinese Grand Prix, this episode has you covered. 🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43 – The Formula 1 Podcast That Keeps It Real!    🏎️💨If you love F1 drama, race breakdowns, driver gossip, and unfiltered opinions, you’re in the right place! Paddock 43 is your go-to podcast for everything happening on and off the track   .🚥 What You’ll Get Every Week: ✅ Race Recaps & Analysis – Who dominated, who bottled it, and what it means for the championship. ✅ Breaking F1 News & Rumours – Driver transfers, team drama, FIA chaos—nothing’s off-limits. ✅ F1 Lifestyle & Behind-the-Scenes – From team principals to race engineers, we break it all down. ✅ Hot Takes & Debate Segments – lets get controversial    🎙️ Hosted by Elle & Pat – Two Diehard F1 Fans Who Tell It Like It Is!   Unlike other F1 podcasts, we bring the energy, the humour, and the unfiltered takes—just like chatting F1 with your best mates.   📌 New episodes EVERY WEEK covering:🏆 Post-Race Analysis – Breaking down every Grand Prix from lights out to chequered flag.🔥 Pre-Race Hype & Predictions – Who’s looking strong, who’s struggling, and which storylines to watch. 🚨 Off-Track F1 News – Transfers, contracts, team politics, FIA rule changes—nothing gets  past us.    Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode!    🔔💬 Join the Paddock 43 Community: 📲 Follow us on Instagram (@paddock43podcast) & TikTok (@Paddock43Podcast) for BTS, F1 Memes, Live Q&As, and Breaking News Updates.🎤 Got a question or F1 hot take? Drop it in the comments—we might feature it in the next episode!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube – Hit that follow button so you never miss a race-week recap!🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43—where F1 meets the fans. Let’s race!    🏎️💨@ellebaillieu | @Patriciavalerimellior

    22 min

  7. 10 MAR

    Australian GP Recap: Russell Leads Mercedes 1-2, Oscar Piastri heartbreak & Ferrari questionable strategy

    The 2026 F1 season is OFFICIALLY underway, and the AusGP delivered a FANTASTIC start. In this episode of Paddock 43, we break down an action-packed race at Albert Park that saw George Russell take victory and lead Mercedes to a stunning 1-2 finish ahead of rookie teammate Kimi Antonelli. From an intense opening battle with Charles Leclerc, to Virtual Safety Cars shaking up the strategy, Mercedes managed to pull off a bold one-stop strategy to secure the win. We dive into Ferrari’s gamble, Max Verstappen’s recovery drive from P20, and the heartbreak for Oscar Piastri, who never even made it to the start of his home race. We also share our experience from the AusGP weekend itself, including what it was like being at the track, our favourite moments, and the stories you don’t see on TV. To wrap up the episode, we hand out our Green Flag and Red Flag of the weekend, celebrating the biggest winners and calling out the moments that didn’t quite go to plan. If Melbourne was anything to go by, the 2026 season is shaping up to be a BIG ONE! 🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43 – The Formula 1 Podcast That Keeps It Real!    🏎️💨If you love F1 drama, race breakdowns, driver gossip, and unfiltered opinions, you’re in the right place! Paddock 43 is your go-to podcast for everything happening on and off the track   .🚥 What You’ll Get Every Week: ✅ Race Recaps & Analysis – Who dominated, who bottled it, and what it means for the championship. ✅ Breaking F1 News & Rumours – Driver transfers, team drama, FIA chaos—nothing’s off-limits. ✅ F1 Lifestyle & Behind-the-Scenes – From team principals to race engineers, we break it all down. ✅ Hot Takes & Debate Segments – lets get controversial    🎙️ Hosted by Elle & Pat – Two Diehard F1 Fans Who Tell It Like It Is!   Unlike other F1 podcasts, we bring the energy, the humour, and the unfiltered takes—just like chatting F1 with your best mates.   📌 New episodes EVERY WEEK covering:🏆 Post-Race Analysis – Breaking down every Grand Prix from lights out to chequered flag.🔥 Pre-Race Hype & Predictions – Who’s looking strong, who’s struggling, and which storylines to watch. 🚨 Off-Track F1 News – Transfers, contracts, team politics, FIA rule changes—nothing gets  past us.    Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode!    🔔💬 Join the Paddock 43 Community: 📲 Follow us on Instagram (@paddock43podcast) & TikTok (@Paddock43Podcast) for BTS, F1 Memes, Live Q&As, and Breaking News Updates.🎤 Got a question or F1 hot take? Drop it in the comments—we might feature it in the next episode!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube – Hit that follow button so you never miss a race-week recap!🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43—where F1 meets the fans. Let’s race!    🏎️💨@ellebaillieu | @Patriciavalerimellior

    26 min

  8. 3 MAR

    AUS GP CHAOS HAS BEGUN | Our 2026 Predictions + Special Guest Ben Hebbard

    It’s officially Australian Grand Prix week and Melbourne is already in full chaos mode 🇦🇺🏁 We’re recording this episode right in the thick of it, running between events, track walks and last-minute prep and bringing you everything we’re expecting from the biggest week this 2026 season has to bring!! We’re joined by special guest Ben Hebbard to break down our bold predictions, where we'll be, what to expect adn what , and how we think the weekend will unfold at the season-opening AusGP. From championship expectations to Melbourne madness, we’re setting the tone for the week ahead, and trust us, it’s already wild. Strap in. Aus GP week has officially begun 🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43 – The Formula 1 Podcast That Keeps It Real!    🏎️💨If you love F1 drama, race breakdowns, driver gossip, and unfiltered opinions, you’re in the right place! Paddock 43 is your go-to podcast for everything happening on and off the track   .🚥 What You’ll Get Every Week: ✅ Race Recaps & Analysis – Who dominated, who bottled it, and what it means for the championship. ✅ Breaking F1 News & Rumours – Driver transfers, team drama, FIA chaos—nothing’s off-limits. ✅ F1 Lifestyle & Behind-the-Scenes – From team principals to race engineers, we break it all down. ✅ Hot Takes & Debate Segments – lets get controversial    🎙️ Hosted by Elle & Pat – Two Diehard F1 Fans Who Tell It Like It Is!   Unlike other F1 podcasts, we bring the energy, the humour, and the unfiltered takes—just like chatting F1 with your best mates.   📌 New episodes EVERY WEEK covering:🏆 Post-Race Analysis – Breaking down every Grand Prix from lights out to chequered flag.🔥 Pre-Race Hype & Predictions – Who’s looking strong, who’s struggling, and which storylines to watch. 🚨 Off-Track F1 News – Transfers, contracts, team politics, FIA rule changes—nothing gets  past us.    Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode!    🔔💬 Join the Paddock 43 Community: 📲 Follow us on Instagram (@paddock43podcast) & TikTok (@Paddock43Podcast) for BTS, F1 Memes, Live Q&As, and Breaking News Updates.🎤 Got a question or F1 hot take? Drop it in the comments—we might feature it in the next episode!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube – Hit that follow button so you never miss a race-week recap!🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43—where F1 meets the fans. Let’s race!    🏎️💨@ellebaillieu | @Patriciavalerimellior

    32 min
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  • Creator
    Eleanor Baillieu & Patricia Valeri-Mellior
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    146
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    © 2023 Paddock 43
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