Motor Sport F1 Show with Mark Hughes

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Motor Sport's weekly Formula 1 show: renowned grand prix editor Mark Hughes, presenter Bryn Lucas and guests explain what's really going on in F1, analysing the latest stories, from race results to tech breakthroughs and insight on upcoming topics. Read Mark every week at motorsportmagazine.com Plus: Scroll down the feed for other series from Motor Sport, including some of the biggest names in racing, including George Russell, Adrian Newey, Zak Brown, Sir Jackie Stewart and Mario Andretti. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Leclerc disaster: why he can't get the brakes

    1d ago

    Leclerc disaster: why he can't get the brakes

    While Lewis Hamilton looked back to his best in Monte Carlo, nothing seemed to go right for Charles Leclerc who ended his Monaco Grand Prix in the wall after a terrible weekend — two years after winning at the circuit. Mark Hughes and Bryn Lucas discuss the unusual, political situation behind the team-mate discrepancy, involving new brake discs for Hamilton and a different set for Leclerc — which were created to match Hamilton's demands. They look at F1's decision to award engine upgrade tokens to every manufacturer on the grid bar Red Bull. Is the system really meant to reward the fastest performers? Plus where has Kimi Antonelli's crushing pace come from after a hit-and-miss 2025 season? And how many more make-or-break races can George Russell fail to win? More on the stories that really matter, in the latest episode of the Motor Sport F1 Show. Subscribe now for every weekly episode and tell us what you want to know from Mark. Send us a message on social media or find this podcast at https://go.motorsportmagazine.com/49GnWSV and drop your questions in the comments. He'll answer a selection of the best every week. Read Mark's column every Wednesday at https://go.motorsportmagazine.com/49GnWSV Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min
  2. Ten reasons the 2026 Le Mans 24 Hours is unmissable!

    1d ago

    Ten reasons the 2026 Le Mans 24 Hours is unmissable!

    This year's Le Mans 24 Hours really is one to watch and sports car correspondent Gary Watkins is on hand to explain why. Get up to speed ahead of this weekend's race with his guide on the ten things to watch out for in what could be an epic 94th running of the endurance classic. And don't miss your chance to win a VIP package at this year's Le Mans Classic. Vote on the best Le Mans victory in the race's history and you'll be entered into the draw: https://go.motorsportmagazine.com/4vm1asl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min
  3. Will Ferrari snatch the 2026 F1 title from Kimi Antonelli?

    Jun 4

    Will Ferrari snatch the 2026 F1 title from Kimi Antonelli?

    Ferrari is favourite to win in Monaco this weekend - and that might just be the start of a Formula 1 title fightback. Mark Hughes and Bryn Lucas reveal why the team could end the 2026 season with the fastest car, thanks to its innovative aerodynamic features, plus the prospect of two key engine upgrades that promise to put the team at least on a par with Mercedes — and potentially ahead of the current championship leaders. But all is not well at Maranello, as unexpected rule changes, proposed for next year, could strip away the team's key advantages. Will Ferrari succeed then suffer a double whammy? Can it block the new regulations. All is explored in this latest episode of the Motor Sport F1 Show. We also look ahead to the Monaco Grand Prix where, in shock news, overtaking could once more be on the cards, giving the polesitter more than usual to worry about. McLaren's celebrating its 1000th grand prix too: don't miss Mark's whistlestop history of the current constructors' champions, plus his view on how Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri compare to its greatest team-mate line-ups. Plus: your questions answered - what has been the greatest qualifying lap of the 21st century so far? And has one of our viewers come up with the solution to all of F1's current woes? More on the stories that really matter, in the latest episode of the Motor Sport F1 Show. Subscribe now for every weekly episode and tell us what you want to know from Mark. Send us a message on social media or find this podcast at https://go.motorsportmagazine.com/49GnWSV and drop your questions in the comments. He'll answer a selection of the best every week. Read Mark's column every Wednesday at https://go.motorsportmagazine.com/49GnWSV Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min
  4. George Russell's worst fear... Kimi Antonelli's on his level

    May 28

    George Russell's worst fear... Kimi Antonelli's on his level

    George Russell saw the Canadian Grand Prix as a chance to relaunch his F1 world championship campaign but instead his worst fear was realised. Not only did he retire with engine issues, his team-mate Kimi Antonelli was bang on his pace — at one of Russell's strongest circuits. Mark Hughes and Bryn Lucas explore the gripping Montreal team-mate brawl we saw before Russell bowed out and what it means for a title race which the teenage Antonelli leads by 43 points. They also take an in-depth look at how the Mercedes team-mates' driving styles differ, including how Antonelli creates extra margin over Russell, but only under specific circumstances in races. Should Russell despair about his position? Will his greater experience give him the edge over the season? And can Mercedes keep the duo from destroying each other on the track? All this and more — including Lewis Hamilton looking back to his best in Canada and why this season really could be Max Verstappen's last in Formula 1 Mark also answers your questions on the excitement of Montreal and the fairness of Russell's defence of Antonelli. More on the stories that really matter, in the latest episode of the Motor Sport F1 Show. Subscribe now for every weekly episode and tell us what you want to know from Mark. Send us a message on social media or find this podcast at https://go.motorsportmagazine.com/49uvWpY and drop your questions in the comments. He'll answer a selection of the best every week. Read Mark's column every Wednesday at https://go.motorsportmagazine.com/49uvWpY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  5. Why Verstappen at the Nürburgring was awe-inspiring in a way F1 can't be

    May 21

    Why Verstappen at the Nürburgring was awe-inspiring in a way F1 can't be

    Did Max Verstappen show why F1 drivers are racing's elite? Will other drivers follow in his footsteps? And could F1 do anything to make its races as exciting as the Nürburgring 24 Hours? Mark Hughes and Bryn Lucas examine those questions and more after an exhilarating weekend in the Eifel mountains. Plus: Ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix, are we set for an historic Formula 1 world championship battle, or will Mercedes vring an upgrade to blow the opposition away? Mark also answers your questions on why F1 keeps changing its engine rules and how Ferrari can possibly work out whether its many upgrades actually work. More on the stories that really matter, in the latest episode of the Motor Sport F1 Show. Subscribe now for every weekly episode and tell us what you want to know from Mark. Send us a message on social media or find this podcast at https://go.motorsportmagazine.com/42JLouD and drop your questions in the comments. He'll answer a selection of the best every week. Read Mark's column every Wednesday at https://go.motorsportmagazine.com/42JLouD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min
  6. 'Max Verstappen will be fastest in the Nürburgring 24 Hours!'

    May 14

    'Max Verstappen will be fastest in the Nürburgring 24 Hours!'

    Max Verstappen races in the Nürburgring 24 Hours this weekend on a mission to win. But it's not just about the four-time F1 champion taking on one of the world's greatest races amid a packed grid and sell-out crowd - it could also point to his own racing future, says Mark Hughes After heavily criticising the current generation of Formula 1 cars, could Verstappen find more satisfaction in GT racing? Plus: Are Mercedes and Ferrari still sandbagging as part of a crafty plan to game a new F1 system? Mark also answers your questions on F1's AI strategies and pays tribute to Alex Zanardi. More from Mark Hughes and Bryn Lucas on the stories that really matter, in the latest episode of the Motor Sport F1 Show. Subscribe now for every weekly episode and tell us what you want to know from Mark. Send us a message on social media or find this podcast at https://go.motorsportmagazine.com/4dm1Nu5 and drop your questions in the comments. He'll answer a selection of the best every week. Read Mark's column every Wednesday at https://go.motorsportmagazine.com/4dm1Nu5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
  7. Can V8 engines save F1? Why they really are set for a comeback

    May 7

    Can V8 engines save F1? Why they really are set for a comeback

    V8 engines are set to return to F1: the decision looks inevitable — it’s just a case of when. Plus: George Russell has a big problem. After being outperformed by Kimi Antonelli, who took his third successive win in Miami, he's piled the pressure on himself to deliver at the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix. Is it crunch time for the championship already? Has Mercedes lost its advantage? With teams bringing more upgrades to Montreal, we could see more drivers joining this year's title battle. And your questions answered on why F1 doesn't simply ban aerodynamics, and the intricacies of energy deployment. More from Mark Hughes and Bryn Lucas on the stories that really matter, in the latest episode of the Motor Sport F1 Show. Subscribe now for every weekly episode and tell us what you want to know from Mark. Send us a message on social media or find this podcast at https://go.motorsportmagazine.com/4tepf25 and drop your questions in the comments. He'll answer a selection of the best every week. Read Mark's column every Wednesday at https://go.motorsportmagazine.com/4tepf25 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min
  8. Why Fernando Alonso still has what it takes to be F1 champion

    Apr 30

    Why Fernando Alonso still has what it takes to be F1 champion

    How old is too old for an F1 driver? Fernando Alonso says he’s ready to race on into his late forties and Mark Hughes says he still has the talent, the adaptability and the burning desire to fight for a world championship — in fact, in some areas, he's better than any other driver. Plus: F1 is back on track this weekend - will we see a new frontrunner after a month of frantic factory work? More from Mark Hughes and Bryn Lucas on the stories that really matter, in the latest episode of the Motor Sport F1 Show. Subscribe now for every weekly episode and tell us what you want to know from Mark. Send us a message on social media or find this podcast at https://go.motorsportmagazine.com/48zc2cS and drop your questions in the comments. He'll answer a selection of the best every week. Read Mark's column every Wednesday at https://go.motorsportmagazine.com/48zc2cS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min
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Motor Sport's weekly Formula 1 show: renowned grand prix editor Mark Hughes, presenter Bryn Lucas and guests explain what's really going on in F1, analysing the latest stories, from race results to tech breakthroughs and insight on upcoming topics. Read Mark every week at motorsportmagazine.com Plus: Scroll down the feed for other series from Motor Sport, including some of the biggest names in racing, including George Russell, Adrian Newey, Zak Brown, Sir Jackie Stewart and Mario Andretti. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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