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Step inside the Formula 1 Paddock for race previews, reviews, interviews and analysis with Tom Clarkson and expert guests. Get answers to your questions on F1 Explains with Christian Hewgill. Email F1Explains@F1.com An official F1 podcast. For in-depth F1 interviews, listen to F1 Beyond The Grid

  1. Leclerc ‘transforms the narrative’ + more Mercedes drama – British GP Review

    1 hr ago

    Leclerc ‘transforms the narrative’ + more Mercedes drama – British GP Review

    Tom Clarkson is joined by F1TV commentary duo, former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer and lead commentator Alex Jacques, to reflect on a dramatic British Grand Prix. Charles Leclerc capitalised on more misfortune for championship leader Kimi Antonelli to take his first victory since Austin in 2024. After such a difficult run of races, why was he back to his best and how significant is this win for Charles? Reliability issues mean Antonelli has seen his championship lead cut from 66 points to just 25 over the last three rounds, but is he leaving Silverstone happier than George Russell despite the Brit taking home P2 and closing the gap to Kimi? Jolyon, Alex and Tom share their thoughts on George’s continuing struggles against his teammate and the team radio message from Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff at the end of the race.  Plus, the guys discuss why Lewis Hamilton might be ‘scratching his head’ despite securing a fourth podium finish of the season and gaining more ground on Antonelli. Listen to more official F1 podcastsLando Norris on F1 Beyond The GridYour questions answered by experts on F1 Explains - right here on the F1 Nation podcast feed This episode is sponsored byBetterHelp - Don’t let stigma stand in the way of support. Start therapy with BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at betterhelp.com/f1nationShopify: You put in the work. Time to get paid like it. Free trial at shopify.com/nationGive your body what it deserves with IM8! Go to IM8HEALTH.com/NATION and use code NATION for a Free Welcome Kit, five free travel sachets plus ten percent off your order. Anthropic: For problems worth solving — get started with Claude at Claude.ai/nation

    39 min
  2. F1 Explains: Ask a Team Principal - with Ayao Komatsu

    3 days ago

    F1 Explains: Ask a Team Principal - with Ayao Komatsu

    What makes one Formula 1 driver faster than another? How does an F1 team work out when and where to bring upgrades to their car? What happens when one team thinks an opponent has broken the rules? How do the 11 F1 Constructors vary in size? And what difference does that make to performance? Haas Team Principal Ayao Komatsu welcomes Christian Hewgill into his motorhome office at Silverstone to answer your questions about Formula 1.  DAMON HILL JOINS F1 EXPLAINS LIVE AT THE BRITISH GRAND PRIX1996 World Champion Damon Hill will be joining Christian on the Silverstone main stage at 1020 BST on Saturday 4th July, so come along and watch if you’re at the race!

    24 min
  3. Can Max fight Mercedes at Silverstone? - British Grand Prix preview

    3 days ago

    Can Max fight Mercedes at Silverstone? - British Grand Prix preview

    Tom Clarkson and F1TV Lead Commentator Alex Jacques look ahead to F1 Sprint and the British Grand Prix at Silverstone. Will Mercedes' George Russell win in front of his home crowd to close the championship gap? Can Kimi Antonelli hit the ground running on an F1 Sprint weekend and return to the top step of the podium? Will the upgraded Red Bull allow Max Verstappen to challenge for victory on Silverstone's fast corners and long straights? After Ferrari's 'reality check' in Austria, will Silverstone suit their car better? Tom and Alex also discuss how Racing Bulls have become regular points-scorers. Listen to more official F1 podcastsLando Norris on F1 Beyond The GridYour questions answered by experts on F1 Explains - right here on the F1 Nation podcast feed

    23 min
  4. ‘Resilient’ Russell + resurgent Max – Austrian GP Review

    6 days ago

    ‘Resilient’ Russell + resurgent Max – Austrian GP Review

    Tom Clarkson is joined in the Red Bull Ring paddock by F1TV experts James Hinchcliffe and Alex Brundle to analyse the Austrian Grand Prix. George Russell got back to winning ways for the first time since the season-opener in Australia. He retakes second place in the championship standings, reducing the gap to leader Kimi Antonelli to 40 points. How did George overcome the threat of Max Verstappen in the Red Bull? What does this win mean for his title challenge? And how impressive was his racing IQ to take pole position? On the other side of the garage, Kimi Antonelli overcame a tricky start and brake issues to finish third. But with George taking 28 points out of his lead over the last two races, how will Kimi be feeling about his own title hopes? Verstappen secured his best result of the season with P2, so why was he back in contention at the front and does this mean he’ll be consistently competitive going forward? Plus, the guys discuss a frustrating race for Ferrari after winning last time out in Barcelona and whether pressure is building on McLaren having also been off the pace in Spielberg. This episode is sponsored by: IM8: Give your body what it deserves with IM8! Go to IM8HEALTH.com/NATION and use code NATION for a Free Welcome Kit, five free travel sachets plus ten percent off your order.

    45 min
  5. F1 Explains: how driver managers do deals - with Carlos Onoro Sainz

    25 Jun

    F1 Explains: how driver managers do deals - with Carlos Onoro Sainz

    For F1 drivers, being in the right team at the right time is crucial. Competition for a seat in a leading car is fierce. Moving teams is career-defining decision, and not always one the driver can fully control. To negotiate the best deal available, and to organise the rest of their busy lives, drivers have mangers. They're a mix of agent and advisor - someone the driver trusts to help make decisions. Carlos Onoro, manager and older cousin of Williams driver Carlos Sainz, sits down with Christian Hewgill to explain his role, which involves far more than doing deals. He looks back on negotiating Carlos' move to Williams, and explains why maintaining good relationships are key to success. Read more about Carlos Onoro's job on F1.com F1 Explains LIVE at the Formula 1 British Grand PrixSpecial guest 1996 F1 World Champion Damon HillF1 Fanzone Stage | 1020 am | Saturday 4th JulySend questions to F1Explains@F1.com - we could make you part of the show Listen to more official F1 podcastsIncredible personal stories on F1 Beyond The Grid - including Carlos SainzExpert race previews and reviews - right here on the F1 Nation podcast feed

    40 min
  6. Difficult decisions for Ferrari + Mercedes? – Austrian GP Preview

    21 Jun

    Difficult decisions for Ferrari + Mercedes? – Austrian GP Preview

    Tom Clarkson is joined by former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer and IndyCar race winner James Hinchcliffe to preview this weekend’s Austrian Grand Prix. With Lewis Hamilton’s victory in Barcelona putting him just 41 points behind championship leader Kimi Antonelli, do Ferrari and Mercedes have some tough decisions to make?  If Charles Leclerc doesn’t bounce back in the next few races, could Ferrari ask him to play a supporting role in a Hamilton title challenge? How would Charles respond to that?  And with the threat of Ferrari lurking, will Mercedes change their approach to how they let Antonelli and George Russell race each other? Plus, the guys discuss what challenge the Red Bull Ring provides and share their podium predictions. Will Red Bull be strong at their home track? Are McLaren getting closer to a Grand Prix victory? And why might reliability be a particularly hot topic in Spielberg? THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY... Indeed: Get a £100 sponsored job credit at indeed.com/f1nation

    48 min
  7. F1 Explains: inside Audi's amazing trackside home

    18 Jun

    F1 Explains: inside Audi's amazing trackside home

    Brand new hospitality unit perfect for F1 drivers, engineers and mechanics.  Three floors, two kitchens, multiple meeting spaces, lounges, racing sim room and roof terrace.  Great central F1 Paddock location. Close to racetrack, garages and media centre.  Comes with chef and two coffee machines.  Takes just two days to build and deconstruct.  Can be moved wherever you need it (Europe only) by truck. Ideal for European racetracks with no permanent team buildings For inquiries please contact Christian Hewgill or Audi Racing Director Allan McNish who can answer all the questions you have about this and other Formula 1 team motorhomes hospitality units.F1 Explains is here to answer your F1 questionsSend them to F1Explains@F1.comListen to more official F1 podcastsIncredible personal stories on F1 Beyond The Grid - including Allan McNish on his F1 careerExpert race previews and reviews - right here on the F1 Nation podcast feed

    27 min
  8. Has Hamilton’s ‘historic day’ put Ferrari in title fight? – Barcelona-Catalunya GP Review

    15 Jun

    Has Hamilton’s ‘historic day’ put Ferrari in title fight? – Barcelona-Catalunya GP Review

    Tom Clarkson is joined by ESPN’s Albert Fabrega and Brazilian journalist Julianne Cerasoli to reflect on Lewis Hamilton’s first Grand Prix victory for Ferrari in Barcelona. What does this victory tell us about Lewis after such a challenging first year with Ferrari? Why did their three-stop strategy get the better of Mercedes? And are Ferrari now a big threat to them in the title race? You’ll hear reaction from Hamilton and Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur.  George Russell came home in second place, closing the gap to teammate and championship leader Kimi Antonelli after the Italian suffered a late retirement. But after starting on pole and being the lead Mercedes driver for the majority of the race, George was overtaken by Kimi late on before his DNF. So while George did make some much-needed progress, will he leave Barcelona worried? And how costly could Mercedes’ continuing reliability issues be in their season? Listen to more official F1 podcastsAlex Albon talks making Williams history on F1 Beyond The GridF1 Explains explores the race start procedure - on this feed now This episode is sponsored byLeesa - upgrade your sleep with an award-winning mattress, designed and assembled in the USAGo to Leesa.com for 25% off select mattresses PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code NATION, exclusive for our listeners.

    47 min
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Step inside the Formula 1 Paddock for race previews, reviews, interviews and analysis with Tom Clarkson and expert guests. Get answers to your questions on F1 Explains with Christian Hewgill. Email F1Explains@F1.com An official F1 podcast. For in-depth F1 interviews, listen to F1 Beyond The Grid

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  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
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