Cunning Carlos keeps his cool to seal thrilling victory - Singapore GP review ft Sainz, Verstappen, Piastri + Lawson
Carlos Sainz produced a tactical masterclass to stop Mercedes snatching victory from him in a gripping finale to the Singapore Grand Prix. From the heart of the Marina Bay paddock, Tom Clarkson is joined by former McLaren driver, Pedro de la Rosa, and German Formula 1 reporter, Silja Rulle, to dissect Sainz’s sensational strategy and what this win means for Ferrari. Should McLaren or Mercedes have been on the top step of the podium? Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton share their thoughts on a dramatic final few laps and whether they really had any chance of overtaking the Spaniard. Red Bull’s 100% record in 2023 is over. Why did they struggle so much in Singapore? Max Verstappen drops by to let us know how he’s feeling after missing out on a podium for the first time this year and the Dutchman sends a powerful warning to his rivals ahead of Suzuka. You'll also hear from George Russell, Oscar Piastri, and Liam Lawson after securing his first ever points in Formula 1. This episode is sponsored by Shopify: sign up for a one-pound-per-month trial period at shopify.co.uk/nation
18 Sep 20231h
Red Bull’s perfect run under threat at Marina Bay? – Singapore GP preview ft Gerhard Berger
Will Red Bull struggle round the streets of Singapore? Or are Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez both playing mind games by saying they’ll find the Marina Bay circuit more difficult than previous races? Does Charles Leclerc need to reassert himself at Ferrari after being outperformed by teammate Carlos Sainz in Monza? Will Fernando Alonso be back on the podium for the eighth time this season? Can McLaren and Mercedes get back to the front after losing some momentum? Tom Clarkson and Natalie Pinkham dissect all the big talking points ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix. Plus, 10-time Grand Prix winner Gerhard Berger tells Tom why Max Verstappen reminds him of his former McLaren teammate and close friend, Ayrton Senna, and the Austrian answers your questions in Ask The Nation. To have your question answered on a future episode, send a voice note or an email to F1Nation@f1.com
11 Sep 202354min
Max creates history at Monza as feisty Ferraris fight for third – Italian GP review ft Horner + Piastri
From the heart of the Monza paddock, Tom Clarkson is joined by Italian F1 journalist, Roberto Chinchero, and Spanish F1 writer for Diario AS, Jesús Balseiro, to reflect on Max Verstappen’s record-breaking 10th Grand Prix victory in a row. Verstappen and Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner react to another triumphant weekend for the reigning World Champions, whilst Ferrari duo Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc share their thoughts on an epic battle for the final podium place in front of the adoring Tifosi. Will Lewis Hamilton still be on Oscar Piastri’s Christmas card list after their collision? The Australian gives his verdict on the incident that cost him a points finish and whether he can still take positives from the weekend. Plus, you’ll also hear from Sergio Perez, McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella, Alfa Romeo’s Zhou Guanyu, and Williams Team Principal James Vowles. This episode is sponsored by: AG1: If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/F1NATION. BetterHelp: get a break from your thoughts, with BetterHelp. Visit betterhelp.com/f1nation today to get 10% off your first month.
4 Sep 202356min
Max masters rain to seal ninth win in a row – dramatic Dutch GP review ft Sainz + Leclerc
Torrential rain at the start, a safety car, more torrential rain, a red flag… Nothing was going to stop Max Verstappen winning his home race for the third year in a row and equalling the all-time record of nine consecutive wins in a season, set by Sebastian Vettel in 2013. So how many more is the pending triple World Champion going to add to his streak in 2023? Tom Clarkson is joined by Christian Menath, from Motorsport Magazin in Germany, and Brazilian F1 journalist, Julianne Cerasoli, to dissect how the Dutchman overcame so many obstacles on his way to victory. Who got their strategy right and who made mistakes at Zandvoort? We reflect on huge results for Aston Martin and Alpine, with Fernando Alonso and Pierre Gasly on the podium, and we assess the decision-making of McLaren and Mercedes. As well as the top three, you’ll hear reaction from Max’s manager, Raymond Vermeulen, and the Ferrari duo of Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc. This episode is sponsored by: Philips OneBlade: if you live life at F1 speeds, you need the Philips OneBlade. Available at bol.com and Kruidvat.
28 Aug 20231h
Max to make history at home? Who’s still got a point to prove in 2023? – Dutch GP preview
It’s race week again! The 2023 Formula 1 season returns after the summer break with a trip to Zandvoort for the Dutch Grand Prix. Will Max Verstappen match Sebastian Vettel’s record of nine consecutive wins in front of his home fans? What other history can he and Red Bull still create this season? Tom Clarkson is joined by 1996 World Champion, Damon Hill, and former McLaren driver and current Aston Martin Team Ambassador, Pedro de la Rosa, to discuss Max’s homecoming and which drivers have a point to prove in the second half of the season. Plus, Damon and Pedro explain how they individually “revolutionised” pit stops in Ask The Nation. To have your question answered on a future episode, send a voice note or an email to F1Nation@F1.com. Check out F1 Nation’s 2023 summer specials… Quiz of the season so far Ask The Nation This episode is sponsored by: AG1: if a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then try AG1 and get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/F1NATION. NordVPN: get your Exclusive NordVPN deal at nordvpn.com/f1nation. It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee
21 Aug 20231h 8min
The most improved F1 team in 2023 is…? - Ask The Nation Summer Special
F1 teams and drivers may be taking a summer break but fear not, F1 Nation is still here for your weekly Formula 1 fix. In this episode, Tom Clarkson, Natalie Pinkham and 1996 World Champion, Damon Hill, answer your questions about F1. Will Red Bull complete a clean sweep this season? Who can stop their record-breaking winning streak? Which team has made the most progress in 2023? Who will be Brazil’s next Formula 1 star? What’s it like to work at the pinnacle of motorsport? All those questions are put to the team, plus a few to test Damon’s memory of his career… To have your question answered on a future episode, send a voice note or an email to F1Nation@F1.com. Don’t forget to check out F1 Beyond The Grid – where Formula 1's fastest stars slow down and open up to Tom Clarkson, sharing untold stories and unrivalled insight. Got a question about how F1 works? Katie Osborne and Christian Hewgill might have the answer… This episode is sponsored by: Shopify: sign up for a one-pound-per-month trial period at shopify.co.uk/nation Factor: head to factormeals.com/nation50 and use code nation50 to get 50% off
13 Aug 202337min
F1 Nation's Quiz of the Season So Far
Mystery Team Radio messages. Drivers, slowed-down. Big numbers. Big drama. Natalie Pinkham and 1996 F1 World Champion Damon Hill go head-to-head in the first F1 Nation quiz. Question master Tom Clarkson tests Natalie and Damon's memories of 2023, their F1 knowledge and skills they never knew they had. You can play along too! Who will be crowned F1 Nation Quiz Champion? This episode is sponsored by: BetterHelp: visit BetterHelp dot com slash f1nation today to get 10% off your first month. NordVPN: get your Exclusive NordVPN deal at nordvpn.com/f1nation. It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee
6 Aug 202333min
Piastri shines, Ferrari improve, all change at Alpine + Verstappen dominates – Belgian GP Review
F1 is witnessing greatness. ‘Max has got this burning desire’, says Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner after another emphatic Verstappen victory in Belgium. Tom Clarkson, Natalie Pinkham and Erik van Haren reflect on Red Bull winning the first 12 races of 2023 and explore Verstappen’s ‘must-win’ mentality. ‘Being 2nd behind Max is like a win’ says the team’s Motorsport Advisor Helmut Marko as he hails Sergio Perez. After a great weekend for Oscar Piastri and a remarkable recovery drive from Lando Norris, we reflect on McLaren’s season so far and get a few words from Lando’s dad. Interim Team Principal of Alpine, Bruno Famin, explains the big leadership changes at the team and celebrates a good weekend on-track for Gasly and Ocon. Plus, we debrief with Ferrari’s Fred Vasseur after Charles Leclerc’s return to the podium, Aston Martin’s Mike Krack tells us how he’s feeling after a double points finish, and Yuki Tsunoda reveals his cocktail of choice after scoring points with AlphaTauri.
31 Juli 202351min
