Lights Out

In this episode, Sam and Will break down the Austin Grand Prix, where Max Verstappen took victory in both the sprint and the main race – has he cemented himself as favourite for the World Championship? Is this shaping up to be his most impressive title campaign yet?

We also dive into the big talking point of the weekend: the McLaren sprint clash between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. Should McLaren start prioritising one of their d...

In this episode, we’re back to business with a double-header catch-up on the Baku and Singapore Grands Prix.

We discuss Max Verstappen's commanding form that’s put him firmly back in the title race, and the growing tension at McLaren as Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris clash while battling for the championship. Should McLaren be managing their drivers differently?

We also celebrate a well-deserved win for George Russell in Singapor...

In this episode, we recap the Italian Grand Prix, where Max Verstappen returned to his dominant best with a clinical win that echoed his peak years. We also dive into McLaren’s controversial team orders after Lando Norris lost out due to a pit stop error – was the switch fair?

We reflect on Ferrari’s eye-catching Lauda tribute livery and assess their mixed performance on home soil. Plus, who was at fault in the Sainz vs Bearman inci...

In this episode, we recap a dramatic Dutch Grand Prix where Lando Norris suffered a brutal DNF due to engine failure — has that ended his title challenge? Max Verstappen secured second place, but once again had no competition from teammate Yuki Tsunoda.

We also talk about a disastrous double DNF for Ferrari, as well as Carlos Sainz’s absurd penalty.

Plus, we say farewell to Zandvoort as it hosts its final F1 race. Will we miss it? Or...

In this episode, Sam and Will take advantage of the Formula 1 summer break to review the 2025 season so far. We grade every team’s performance — from McLaren’s dominance to Red Bull’s decline, Mercedes’ revival to Ferrari’s frustration — and highlight the biggest surprises and disappointments.

We also make our predictions for the rest of the season: who will win the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championships, who will come out on top ...

In this episode, we recap a Hungarian Grand Prix where Lando Norris claimed his third win in four races after a fierce intra-team battle with Oscar Piastri. Despite a poor opening lap, Norris bounced back to secure McLaren’s 200th F1 victory, in a race that nearly saw the teammates collide.

We also dive into Ferrari’s shock pole position, Leclerc’s anger with strategy decisions, and the team's ongoing struggles converting poles into...

In this special episode, we’re joined by Richard, friend of the podcast and now fully fledged F1 fan thanks to Lights Out, to dive into the brand new F1 movie.

Did it impress him more than it did us long-time fans? We unpack our first impressions, the realism of the racing scenes, and whether the film captures the essence of Formula 1. From the story and characters to the star-studded cameos and dramatic finish, we debate whether th...

In this episode, we recap a rain-affected and slightly underwhelming Belgian Grand Prix, where Oscar Piastri got the better of Lando Norris. We discuss the FIA’s frustrating delay to start the race, dish out a few Latifis, and update the latest Rookie Game standings.

Then in the second half, we dive deep into the shock sacking of Christian Horner from Red Bull. Why now? What does it mean for the team, Max Verstappen, and the future ...

In this episode, we recap an eventful British Grand Prix at Silverstone and briefly catch up on the key moments from Austria after a week away. We dive into McLaren’s weekend, whether Oscar Piastri’s penalty was too harsh, and how the title fight is now wide open.

Plus, we celebrate Nico Hülkenberg’s stunning first podium in 15 years and unpack the growing rumours linking Max Verstappen to Mercedes. Is there any truth to it?

After th...

In this episode, Sam and Will break down all the drama from the Canadian Grand Prix – and reflect on whether Sam really did predict the future.

We discuss George Russell’s first win of the season and what it means for Mercedes’ resurgence. Kimi Antonelli also grabbed his first F1 podium, but the McLaren garage wasn’t smiling after Lando and Oscar’s crash, eerily reminiscent of 2011. Who was to blame, and could this derail McLaren’s ...

After a break due to illness, holidays, and a few scheduling mishaps – we’re back! Sam and Will return to catch up on everything we’ve missed in the world of F1 over the last couple of weeks.

We dive into the latest twists in the World Championship battle, ask whether Monaco is still fit for purpose and how it could be improved, and debate Max Verstappen’s wild weekend in Barcelona. There’s also time to check in on our rookie game l...

n this episode, Sam and Will unpack the Imola Grand Prix, where Max Verstappen sealed victory at the first corner and looked back to his dominant best thanks to Red Bull’s new upgrade package. Is he now the title favourite again?

We reflect on a tough Sunday for Oscar Piastri, and ask whether McLaren's double points finish is actually hurting their title hopes. There’s also plenty of discussion about Ferrari’s contrasting weeken...

In this episode, we break down a dramatic Miami Grand Prix where Oscar Piastri secured his third consecutive win, cementing his title credentials. Lando Norris battled hard with Max Verstappen, whose defensive driving was some of the best we've seen all season. We reflect on McLaren’s remarkable turnaround from just two years ago, and dive into the chaos at Ferrari – from poor driver management to that divisive blue HP livery.

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In this episode, Sam and Will dive into the good, the bad, and the ugly of Netflix’s Drive to Survive Season 7. They share what they liked and didn’t like, from the new episode formats and standout characters to the all-too-familiar complaints (yes, too much Christian Horner again!). Plus, they discuss what they hope to see in Season 8 to keep the show fresh and exciting for fans.

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In this episode, we recap an eventful Saudi Arabia Grand Prix where Oscar Piastri claimed another commanding victory, despite Max Verstappen controversially holding onto first place early on by cutting the first corner. We also dive into Red Bull’s questionable defending of Max, Lando Norris’ disappointing Saturday, and the contrasting performances of the Ferrari pair. Plus, we look at the encouraging signs for both Mercedes and Wi...

In this episode, Sam and Will break down the Bahrain Grand Prix, where Oscar Piastri delivered a dominant, faultless drive to strengthen his status as the bookies’ title favourite. We discuss Lando Norris' uncharacteristically scrappy weekend, a weekend to forget for Max Verstappen, and solid outings for George Russell and the Ferraris.

Despite plenty of overtakes, was this race actually a bit of a snooze? We get into that too –...

In this episode, Sam and Will reflect on a subdued Japan Grand Prix where Max Verstappen took victory, getting the most out of a car that looked far from dominant. Behind him, McLaren followed in formation – but should they have swapped their drivers to give both a fair shot at attacking Max? With Piastri seemingly the quicker of the two, could this be a decision they come to regret in the title fight?

We also dive into the Red Bull...

In this episode, Sam and Will discuss Oscar Piastri’s dominant victory - has he just become the title favourite? Meanwhile, Lando Norris has an off weekend, and Liam Lawson’s struggles leave us questioning Red Bull’s driver management once again. Will he even make it to Japan? Ferrari’s weekend was a rollercoaster, with a strong Saturday followed by a disastrous Sunday, setting an unwanted record. Plus, we update our rookie game wi...

The 2025 season kicked off with a blockbuster wet race in Melbourne! We break down Lando Norris’ mature victory, Oscar Piastri’s near-flawless home race, and Max Verstappen’s ability to drag every ounce of performance from his car. Plus, how did Lewis Hamilton fare in his Ferrari debut? We hand out our first Latifi Awards of the season and kick off our rookie game, tracking the five true rookies (sorry, Liam Lawson) to see who will...