Why Ferrari is still on the back foot
Amid rumours of engine and car improvements, Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw explain why Ferrari’s prospects still don’t look too bright heading into the 2020 season. McLaren’s search for investment, the value of Haas’s development freeze and how big a loss to Mercedes Andy Cowell is are also discussed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22 Juni 20201h 1min
Bahrain’s ‘oval’ and Russell is F1 champion
Singapore, Suzuka and Baku are off, with an unusual Bahrain configuration among those under consideration for possible double headers. Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw discuss the latest moves in F1, as well as looking at the prospects of George Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
15 Juni 20201h
F1 2020 is getting serious again, with Karun Chandhok
There’s less than a month to go until the delayed start to the 2020 F1 season and drivers are starting to return to action behind the wheel. Karun Chandhok joins Edd Straw and Glenn Freeman to explain the benefits to the drivers of getting their eye in, what Mercedes hopes to achieve with its two-day test at Silverstone, whether the calendar favours Red Bull and Lance Stroll’s Racing Point future. And also, is it time for the reverse grids idea to be abandoned for good? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8 Juni 202057min
Williams, Renault and F1’s brave new rules world
Williams is considering a possible sale of some or all of the company, Renault has said it will stay in F1 at a corporate level, McLaren Group is slashing jobs and there’s speculation of Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff’s future. Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw delve into these stories, as well as giving their verdict on whether F1’s new package of regulations really will level up the playing field Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30 Maj 20201h 3min
Will Alonso really return with Renault?
Fernando Alonso’s hopes for an F1 return In 2021 could rest on a Renault drive. Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw discuss whether it’s the right move for the team and driver – as well as what makes Alonso as good as he is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25 Maj 202059min
Sainz to Ferrari, Ricciardo to McLaren - but what about Alonso?
Formula 1’s driver market drama continues with Ferrari signing Carlos Sainz Jr and McLaren taking Daniel Ricciardo. But Fernando Alonso is still available and is a serious contender for a seat. Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw discuss the latest machinations in the driver market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14 Maj 202058min
Why Vettel and Ferrari split...and what now?
In this special 'Extra' episode of The Race F1 Podcast, Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw explain why Sebastian Vettel and Ferrari couldn't agree a new deal and discuss where the four-times world champion's destiny might lie - and who could replace him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12 Maj 202039min
The best never to win in F1 and more listener questions
Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw tackle another batch of listener questions, including whether Lewis Hamilton makes winning look too easy and the best driver never to win in F1. There’s also a look at the lastest cost cap news and F1’s financial state. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11 Maj 20201h 3min
