Fresh Rubber

Fresh Rubber

Fresh takes. New Rubber. Same old chaos.

Episodes

July 7, 2025 • 45 mins

Silverstone delivered a chaotic classic — from slicks and strategy to safety car controversy and rookie carnage. Jason and Gavin break down all the drama of the 2025 British Grand Prix, where Oscar Piastri showed rare emotion, Lando Norris delivered under pressure, and Nico Hülkenberg finally stood on a Formula 1 podium.

šŸ”„ In This Episode:
  • Was this the greatest fumble of all time? Piastri’s 10-second penalty and the emotions...

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Austrian flair and McLaren fire! In this high-octane recap of the 2025 Austrian Grand Prix, Jace and Gav unpack an unforgettable weekend of wheel-to-wheel drama, emotional highs, and strategic blunders. From Lando Norris reclaiming his ā€œLast Lap Landoā€ crown to Verstappen’s rare DNF, the Red Bull Ring delivered on chaos and consequence.

šŸ’„ Topics covered:

  • Lando’s emotional history with Austria — and his dominant win

  • Oscar P...

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This one had it all. Power unit failures, strategy chaos, pit wall arguments, protest drama, a groundhog-related car failure(?!), and the McLarens finally going wheel-to-wheel — until they didn’t.

We dive deep into:

  • Red Bull’s masterclass in proactive strategy (and Yuki’s painful gap to Max)

  • Whether McLaren got it right… or right-ish

  • Antonelli’s coming-of-age podium and what it says about his future

  • The Norris-Piastri c...

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The brakes were hot and the takes were hotter in Spain this weekend. Barcelona delivered a dramatic farewell to F1, with McLaren’s Piastri leading a 1-2 finish and Verstappen living up to his ā€œRed Bullā€ name with a fiery collision. We break down the key moments, controversies, and what it means for the championship fight. Tune in for all the hot takes and heated debates!

šŸŽļø McLaren’s 1-2: Piastri dominates, Norris keeps him honest...

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This week on Fresh Rubber, we dive into the high-stakes, low-overtake streets of Monte Carlo. The 2025 Monaco Grand Prix gave us tension, tactics, and a few well-timed tantrums. From rule experiments to team shenanigans, there’s more than enough to unpack.

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šŸ”§ In this episode:
  • Two-stop rule: innovation or illusion? Did the FIA’s attempt to spice up strategy actually work — or just confuse everyone?

  • Still no o...

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This week on Fresh Rubber, we break down a surprisingly action-packed Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. Verstappen pulls off one of the cleanest overtakes of the season, Piastri learns a hard lesson in racecraft, and the new soft C6 tyres bring the heat to Imola.

We talk Lando’s late charge, Lewis’s red revival, and why Yuki’s crash and comeback deserves serious respect.

Plus: how Hulkenberg and Tsunoda turned one-stoppers into headlines,...

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McLaren’s Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris take center stage in a wild Miami GP weekend, with epic battles for the lead and a chaotic wet-to-dry sprint race. Ferrari keep us entertained with their classic strategic meltdowns, while Max Verstappen's ruthlessness and George Russell’s consistency keep the McLaren drivers on their toes.

We break down the drama, the fun facts, and who’s got what it takes to challenge for P3 in the standin...

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šŸ Race Recap: Jeddah Delivers Speed and Stress

We dive into the strategic chaos and high-speed drama of the Jeddah Corniche Circuit. From critical tyre calls to team misfires, this race was another reminder of how unforgiving street circuits can be. We talk overtakes, pace fluctuations, and which teams adapted—or cracked—under pressure.

šŸ‡¦šŸ‡ŗ Oscar Piastri: The Understated Leader

Oscar Piastri’s maturity shines again. While not the...

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The 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix delivered a tactical masterclass under the lights, and we’re here to untangle the tyre chaos, pit stop puzzles, and that all-important race win from pole. In this episode, we dive into how Oscar Piastri and McLaren controlled the pace up front while the rest of the field juggled strategy calls that left even the sharpest minds scratching their heads.

We reflect on some standout drives, the baffling mid-p...

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Well, that was a race that happened.

Suzuka delivered an unprecedented result, with a record number of drivers finishing in grid order than ever before. This was not a dynamic race of on-track daring, instead it was a test of precision, endurance and understeer for our top three finishers - Max, Lando and Oscar.

This week we dive into the other stories emerging from the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix.Ā 

  • How a double disqualification ...
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Red Bull have made a dramatic call just two races into the season — and it’s Yuki Tsunoda who will partner Max Verstappen at Red Bull Racing, with Liam Lawson returning to Racing Bulls. This episode we dive deep into the logic (or lack of it?) behind the decision, and what it says about Red Bull’s many problems this season.

From performance comparisons to political dynamics and driver psychology, this conversation unpacks what the ...

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The 2025 Chinese Grand Prix may not go down as a classic, but it gave us plenty to talk about. This week, we break down Verstappen’s domination, Ferrari’s struggles, and McLaren’s growing internal battle between Norris and Piastri. Plus, petty on-track radio moments, Alonso’s fiery exit, and why Shanghai’s resurfacing made life miserable for the drivers.

In this episode:

  • šŸ Max Verstappen’s effortless win (again)

  • šŸŽļø Ferrar...

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šŸŽ™ļø Welcome to the very first episode of Fresh Rubber! We're a podcast for F1 fans who love smart discussions, fresh perspectives, and a bit of fun along the way.

In this debut episode, we dive into:

  • Albert Park Experience: Highlights from being at the Melbourne race and the unique atmosphere of the circuit.

  • Hamilton at Ferrari: Reflecting on the strange sight of Lewis Hamilton in Ferrari colors and the implications for the...

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