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The world's first US-based Formula 1 podcast. We release a weekly podcast on all things Formula 1. From recent news, to history, to, of course, in-depth reviews of every practice, qualifying, and most importantly race sessions.

  1. 1 day ago

    Kimi Antonelli Wins Austin as F1 Title Fight Goes to Mexico | United States Grand Prix 2026

    Kimi Antonelli came to Austin with a chance to become Formula 1 World Champion — and left with another victory, but the championship celebration will have to wait. In this episode of Formula 1 News Hour, Jonathan Steele breaks down the 2026 United States Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas, where Antonelli delivered another commanding performance to win in Austin ahead of Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen. Antonelli started at the front and immediately established himself as the man to beat, while Verstappen, Leclerc and Hamilton battled behind him through a frantic opening lap. Jonathan initially predicts that Verstappen will win the race — and that Formula 1's title fight surely cannot end this early — before Antonelli begins proving him wrong. Strategy quickly becomes the defining story of the race. Verstappen makes an early move onto fresh tires and briefly takes control as Antonelli stays out longer on the mediums. When Antonelli finally pits, Verstappen moves into the race lead, setting up a fascinating strategy battle between the championship leader and the former World Champion. But Antonelli refuses to go away. After Verstappen makes another stop, Antonelli retakes the lead and begins building the gap again. As the laps tick down, Jonathan realizes his pre-race prediction is falling apart — Antonelli is increasingly looking like the winner. Behind him, the fight for the podium heats up. Verstappen works his way past Lando Norris, only for Charles Leclerc to come charging through and take second place late in the race. Hamilton also battles Norris, while George Russell's afternoon is complicated by penalties and pit-lane mistakes. A late safety car caused by Valtteri Bottas adds one final twist, but Antonelli holds on and takes another victory at COTA. The result keeps the championship alive for at least one more round, with the title fight now heading to Mexico City. In this episode: Kimi Antonelli wins the 2026 United States Grand Prix Antonelli's championship-clinching opportunity in Austin Why the Formula 1 title fight continues to Mexico Max Verstappen's race strategy and fight for the podium Charles Leclerc charges to second place Verstappen vs. Lando Norris Lewis Hamilton's difficult Ferrari race George Russell's penalties and pit-stop problems McLaren's difficult afternoon with Norris and Piastri Liam Lawson scores more points for Racing Bulls Tire strategy at Circuit of the Americas Late safety car drama in Austin Full United States Grand Prix race analysis If you enjoy honest Formula 1 opinions, race analysis, strategy breakdowns, and historical perspective from a lifelong fan of the sport, subscribe to Formula 1 News Hour for new episodes every race weekend.   #Formula1 #USGP #UnitedStatesGP #AustinGP #COTA #F1Podcast #KimiAntonelli #MaxVerstappen #CharlesLeclerc #LewisHamilton #LandoNorris #OscarPiastri #GeorgeRussell #MercedesF1 #Ferrari #RedBullRacing #McLarenF1 #McLarenF1 #F1News #Motorsport

  2. 1 day ago ·  Bonus

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  3. 2 days ago

    Max Verstappen Dominates Singapore: F1 Singapore Grand Prix 2026 Analysis & Hamilton's Late Collapse

    Is the dominant Max Verstappen back? In this episode of Formula 1 News Hour, Jonathan Steele breaks down the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix, where Max Verstappen delivered a commanding performance under the lights — leading from the opening lap to the checkered flag and showing flashes of the dominant Verstappen of seasons past. Verstappen started from pole ahead of Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton and quickly established control of the race. What followed became a battle of tire management, pit strategy, virtual safety cars, and patience around the demanding Singapore street circuit. Jonathan analyzes how Red Bull managed Verstappen's tires and pit window so effectively that he was able to stop and still retain the race lead — a strategic move that helped put the victory firmly in his hands. Meanwhile, Charles Leclerc remained his closest challenger as Ferrari tried to find a way back into the fight. But some of the biggest drama came in the closing laps. Lewis Hamilton, who had spent much of the race near the front, suddenly found himself under enormous pressure from Lando Norris and Kimi Antonelli. Antonelli attacked first and moved into the podium positions before Norris eventually fought his way through as well, sending Hamilton from third to fifth in the space of a lap. Oscar Piastri then joined the late charge and ultimately pushed Hamilton down another position. Jonathan also looks at George Russell's impressive recovery through the field, Kimi Antonelli's brake concerns and track-limit troubles, McLaren's strategy, Ferrari's race pace, multiple virtual safety cars, and why much of the Singapore Grand Prix felt more like a strategy contest than an all-out race. He also asks a bigger question facing Formula 1: Are races like this part of the reason casual viewers are losing interest? In this episode: Max Verstappen wins the 2026 Singapore Grand Prix Verstappen leads from start to finish Red Bull's winning tire and pit strategy Charles Leclerc challenges from second Lewis Hamilton falls from the podium fight Kimi Antonelli's late charge Lando Norris vs. Lewis Hamilton Oscar Piastri's late attack George Russell's recovery through the field Antonelli's brake concerns and track-limit warning Singapore Grand Prix tire strategy Virtual safety cars and pit-stop decisions Is Formula 1 becoming too strategy-heavy for casual fans? Formula 1 TV audiences and the future of F1 media If you enjoy honest Formula 1 opinions, race analysis, strategy breakdowns, and historical perspective from a lifelong fan of the sport, subscribe to Formula 1 News Hour for new episodes every race weekend.   #Formula1 #SingaporeGP #F1Podcast #MaxVerstappen #LewisHamilton #CharlesLeclerc #KimiAntonelli #LandoNorris #OscarPiastri #GeorgeRussell #RedBullRacing #Ferrari #MercedesF1 #McLarenF1 #F1News #SingaporeGrandPrix #Motorsport

  4. 27 Oct

    Kimi Antonelli Wins Again in Madrid: Spanish Grand Prix 2026 Analysis | Verstappen vs. Norris

    Can anyone stop Kimi Antonelli? In this episode of Formula 1 News Hour, Jonathan Steele breaks down the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, where Kimi Antonelli continued his remarkable season with another victory — holding off Max Verstappen and Lando Norris to take the win. The race began with Norris on pole and Antonelli alongside him, but the order quickly became complicated as Verstappen attacked, positions were handed back after first-lap incidents, and strategy began to shape the race. Jonathan follows Norris' strong early pace before a costly slow pit stop dropped the McLaren down the order, opening the door for Antonelli and Verstappen. As the race progressed, tire strategy became crucial, with Antonelli eventually taking the lead and pulling clear while Verstappen and Norris battled behind him. There was drama throughout the field as Lewis Hamilton suffered a major brake problem and was forced to retire, Charles Leclerc stayed out long on an alternate strategy, Liam Lawson delivered another strong drive, and Oscar Piastri endured another difficult weekend before receiving a black flag for repeated track-limit violations. Jonathan also looks at Antonelli's growing championship advantage and asks whether the 19-year-old could be on his way to becoming one of the youngest Formula 1 World Champions ever. In this episode: Kimi Antonelli wins the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix Antonelli continues his championship charge Max Verstappen vs. Lando Norris for second place Lando Norris loses the lead after a slow pit stop Lewis Hamilton retires with brake problems Charles Leclerc and Ferrari's tire strategy Oscar Piastri's difficult race and black flag Liam Lawson continues to impress Verstappen's strong race pace Tire strategy at the new Madrid circuit Formula 1's return to Madrid Could Kimi Antonelli become Formula 1's youngest World Champion? If you enjoy honest Formula 1 opinions, race analysis, strategy breakdowns, and historical perspective from a lifelong fan of the sport, subscribe to Formula 1 News Hour for new episodes every race weekend. #Formula1 #SpanishGP #SpanishGrandPrix #F1Podcast #KimiAntonelli #MaxVerstappen #LandoNorris #LewisHamilton #CharlesLeclerc #OscarPiastri #MercedesF1 #McLarenF1 #RedBullRacing #Ferrari #MadridGP #F1News #Motorsport

  5. 23 Oct

    From 19th to Victory: Kimi Antonelli Wins the Italian Grand Prix | Monza 2026 Analysis

    How do you go from nearly the back of the grid to winning at Monza? In this episode of Formula 1 News Hour, Jonathan Steele breaks down a wild 2026 Italian Grand Prix, where Kimi Antonelli delivered one of the standout drives of the season — charging through the field, battling Max Verstappen and George Russell, and ultimately taking victory at the Temple of Speed. The weekend started with a surprise as Pierre Gasly put his car on pole ahead of Mercedes, Ferrari, McLaren, and Red Bull. But once the race began, the order changed quickly. Ferrari's home Grand Prix turned chaotic almost immediately as Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc made contact on the opening lap before Leclerc later lost control and crashed out, bringing out the safety car and eventually a red flag. Jonathan follows Antonelli's remarkable recovery from 19th on the grid as the young Mercedes driver works his way through the field, overtakes Max Verstappen, battles teammate George Russell for the lead, and takes advantage of a crucial virtual-safety-car pit stop. Late in the race, Antonelli closes rapidly on Russell before an aggressive attempt sends him into the gravel. Somehow he saves the car, catches Russell again, and completes the pass for the lead on lap 50 before going on to win the Italian Grand Prix. Jonathan also reacts to Max Verstappen fighting near the front despite repeatedly describing his car as "completely broken," George Russell's tire strategy, Lewis Hamilton's difficult afternoon, Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris fighting through the field, and the constant position changes that made Monza one of the more entertaining races of the season. In this episode: Kimi Antonelli wins the 2026 Italian Grand Prix Antonelli charges from 19th to victory Kimi Antonelli vs. George Russell for the race lead Antonelli's dramatic late-race gravel save Max Verstappen fights through with a struggling Red Bull Charles Leclerc crashes out at Ferrari's home Grand Prix Lewis Hamilton's chaotic start and difficult race Pierre Gasly's surprise pole position Virtual safety car strategy changes the race Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris battle through the field Tire strategy and pit-stop decisions at Monza Full Italian Grand Prix race analysis If you enjoy honest Formula 1 opinions, race analysis, and historical perspective from a lifelong fan of the sport, subscribe to Formula 1 News Hour for new episodes every race weekend.   #Formula1 #ItalianGP #Monza #F1Podcast #KimiAntonelli #GeorgeRussell #MaxVerstappen #LewisHamilton #CharlesLeclerc #PierreGasly #MercedesF1 #Ferrari #RedBullRacing #McLarenF1 #F1News #Motorsport

  6. 16 Oct

    Lando Norris Wins as Verstappen Crashes Out: Netherlands Grand Prix 2026 Analysis & Antonelli Charge

    Max Verstappen's home race lasted just one lap: but the drama at Zandvoort was only beginning. In this episode of Formula 1 News Hour, Jonathan Steel breaks down the 2026 Netherlands Grand Prix, where Lando Norris came through a chaotic afternoon to take victory ahead of Kimi Antonelli and George Russell. Jonathan reacts to Max Verstappen's opening-lap crash after losing grip on the damp circuit, the lengthy red-flag interruption that followed, and Kimi Antonelli's impressive restart that briefly put the young Mercedes driver into the lead. As the race develops, Jonathan follows the battle between Antonelli and Norris, McLaren's pace, changing tire strategies, and a late virtual safety car that gave Antonelli a fresh set of soft tires and another opportunity to fight back toward the front. Antonelli's charge culminates in a dramatic late pass on teammate George Russell to secure second place. Netherlands GP 2026 Transcript Netherlands GP 2026 Transcript Netherlands GP 2026 Transcript Jonathan also discusses Oscar Piastri's difficult race, Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari's fight through the field, Liam Lawson's impressive return to the Red Bull car, multiple penalties and retirements, and the latest Formula 1 news, including his reaction to Max Verstappen's reported decision to remain in Formula 1 for the coming years. Netherlands GP 2026 Transcript In this episode: Lando Norris wins the Netherlands Grand Prix Max Verstappen crashes out on the opening lap Kimi Antonelli takes the lead after the restart Antonelli and Norris battle for victory Antonelli's late charge on soft tires Kimi Antonelli vs. George Russell for second place Mercedes finishes second and third Oscar Piastri's difficult afternoon Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari's race Liam Lawson impresses in the Red Bull Red flags, virtual safety cars, penalties, and tire strategy Max Verstappen's Formula 1 future Full Zandvoort race analysis If you enjoy honest Formula 1 opinions, race analysis, and historical perspective from a lifelong fan of the sport, subscribe to Formula 1 News Hour for new episodes every race weekend. #Formula1 #DutchGP #NetherlandsGP #F1Podcast #LandoNorris #KimiAntonelli #MaxVerstappen #GeorgeRussell #LewisHamilton #OscarPiastri #LiamLawson #McLarenF1 #MercedesF1 #RedBullRacing #Ferrari #Zandvoort #F1News #Motorsport

  7. 13 Oct

    Lando Norris Takes Control: Hungarian Grand Prix 2026 Analysis & Antonelli vs. Hamilton Battle

    Did Lando Norris just deliver one of his strongest drives of the 2026 season? In this episode of Formula 1 News Hour, Jonathan Steele breaks down the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix, where Lando Norris turned pole position into a commanding race while strategy, tire management, penalties, and mechanical problems reshaped the field behind him. Jonathan analyzes Norris' pace at the front, Max Verstappen's recovery into podium contention, and Kimi Antonelli's late-race fight with Lewis Hamilton as the 19-year-old Mercedes driver worked to hold off one of Formula 1's most experienced champions. He also reacts to Oscar Piastri's gearbox failure, Hamilton's pit-lane speeding penalty, Ferrari's race strategy, George Russell's difficult afternoon, Liam Lawson's improving form, and the biggest moments from a strategy-heavy race in Budapest. In this episode: Lando Norris' Hungarian Grand Prix victory Norris vs. Piastri and McLaren's race pace Max Verstappen's recovery and tire strategy Kimi Antonelli vs. Lewis Hamilton Antonelli's late-race podium fight Lewis Hamilton's five-second penalty Oscar Piastri's gearbox failure Ferrari strategy and Charles Leclerc's race George Russell's difficult weekend Liam Lawson and the Racing Bulls Tire strategy, pit stops, and key race moments If you enjoy honest Formula 1 opinions, race analysis, and historical perspective from a lifelong fan of the sport, subscribe to Formula 1 News Hour for new episodes every race weekend. #Formula1 #HungarianGP #F1Podcast #LandoNorris #KimiAntonelli #LewisHamilton #MaxVerstappen #OscarPiastri #CharlesLeclerc #GeorgeRussell #McLarenF1 #MercedesF1 #Ferrari #RedBullRacing #F1News #Motorsport #HungarianGrandPrix

  8. 19 Sept

    Kimi Antonelli Takes Control: Belgian Grand Prix 2026 Analysis & Verstappen Future Debate

    Can anyone stop Kimi Antonelli? In this episode of Formula 1 News Hour, Jonathan Steele breaks down the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix, where Kimi Antonelli delivered another standout performance — taking pole, battling Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc, and ultimately driving to victory at Spa. Jonathan analyzes Antonelli's pace, racecraft, tire management, and growing championship lead while asking whether the young Mercedes driver is quickly becoming the new benchmark in Formula 1. He also looks at Max Verstappen's race and continues the discussion surrounding his future in Formula 1, while breaking down Charles Leclerc's challenge for the win, Lewis Hamilton's eventful afternoon, George Russell's early exit, McLaren's strategy, and the biggest moments from race day. In this episode: Kimi Antonelli wins the Belgian Grand Prix Antonelli vs. Leclerc for the race lead Max Verstappen's podium finish and Formula 1 future George Russell's first-lap crash Lewis Hamilton's penalty and recovery Ferrari and Mercedes race strategy McLaren's difficult pit strategy Tire management and overtaking at Spa The 2026 championship battle Belgian Grand Prix race analysis If you enjoy honest Formula 1 opinions, race analysis, and historical perspective from a lifelong fan of the sport, subscribe to Formula 1 News Hour for new episodes every race weekend. #Formula1 #BelgianGP #F1Podcast #KimiAntonelli #MaxVerstappen #CharlesLeclerc #LewisHamilton #GeorgeRussell #MercedesF1 #Ferrari #RedBullRacing #McLarenF1 #SpaFrancorchamps #F1News #Motorsport

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The world's first US-based Formula 1 podcast. We release a weekly podcast on all things Formula 1. From recent news, to history, to, of course, in-depth reviews of every practice, qualifying, and most importantly race sessions.

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  • Creator
    Jonathan Steel
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    105
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    Formula 1 News Hour