Pit Lane Torque

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Welcome to the Pit Lane Torque — your brand new Formula One podcast for the 2026 season! With a historic era of F1 on the horizon, we will be your go-to guide for everything you need and want to know across the season. From controversial new engine regulations to rookie debuts and calendar shake-ups, this season proves to be like no other - and we’re with you every lap of the way.Whether you're a lifelong F1 fan or new to the sport, Pit Lane Torque brings you insight, debate, and a bit of fun every week.

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  1. 5 days ago

    Mercedes Teammate Dogfight, Hamilton Podium & Verstappen's F1 Ultimate Ultimatum

    The 2026 Canadian Grand Prix was absolute chaos from start to finish! From technical heartbreak to surprising strategy swaps and a milestone podium for Red Bull, there is a lot to unpack. Host Abby Nicholson is joined by Daniel Moxon, F1 Correspondent for the Daily Express and Daily Mirror, to break down one of the most dramatic weekends of the 2026 season so far. 📺 In This Episode we dig into: George Russell’s Montreal Meltdown 🤬 The Rise of Kimi Antonelli 🏆 McLaren switching strategists with Ferrari 🙃 Hamilton’s secret good luck charm ✨ Max’s Bittersweet Breakthrough 🤷 Groundhog deaths 🪦 Time codes: 00:00 - Introduction & Chaotic Canadian GP Overview 00:43 - The Intense Mercedes Battle: Kimi vs. George Russell 02:26 - 2026 Regulations: Better Racing & Close Following 03:14 - George Russell’s Heartbreak DNF & Post-Race Tantrum 05:50 - The Headrest Incident: Why Russell Was Fined 06:50 - Mercedes Radio Drama: Toto Wolff Threatens Team Orders 09:19 - Part 1 of Many? Future of the Kimi vs. Russell Rivalry 10:44 - Kimi Antonelli's Historic Start to the Season 12:26 - McLaren's Nightmare Weekend: What Happened to the Strategy? 14:14 - Lewis Hamilton Back on the Podium & "Father Figure" Role 15:58 - Hamilton’s Old-School Approach: Skipping the Ferrari Simulator 18:11 - Charles Leclerc’s Struggle for Confidence in Canada 19:48 - Family Celebrations: Nick Hamilton Wins BTCC Silverware 22:04 - Max Verstappen Grabs a Podium Despite Setup Frustrations 23:51 - Red Bull Internal Rift? Verstappen Criticizes Car Direction 26:07 - Is Red Bull Risking Upsetting Max Verstappen? 28:18 - Verstappen’s Ultimatum: Fix the 2027 Regulations or I’m Leaving F1 28:53 - F1 Engine Politics: Mercedes, Ferrari, Audi & Cadillac Split 32:46 - The Canadian GP Groundhog Problem Explained 35:15 - Monaco GP Preview & Special Announcement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Welcome to the Pit Lane Torque — your brand new Formula One podcast for the 2026 season! With a historic era of F1 on the horizon, we will be your go-to guide for everything you need and want to know across the season. From controversial new engine regulations to rookie debuts and calendar shake-ups, this season proves to be like no other - and we’re with you every lap of the way.Whether you're a lifelong F1 fan or new to the sport, Pit Lane Torque brings you insight, debate, and a bit of fun every week.

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