The Race F1 Podcast

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If something happens in Formula 1 racing, The Race F1 Podcast has got you covered. Featuring renowned F1 journalists Edd Straw, Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell-Malm, Ben Anderson and more, we’ll bring you unbeatable insight from the ground at every F1 race, including the inside line on the latest breaking Formula 1 news and gossip, informed debate about the biggest topics, and in-depth analysis after each grand prix. read less

Our Editor's Take

Formula 1 racing fans may find The Race F1 Podcast a good source for extensive news and analysis. The podcast is a production of The Athletic, which has a comprehensive Formula 1 section.

Edd Straw hosts The Race F1 Podcast. Straw is a frequent contributor to RACER magazine. He spent many years at Autosport magazine. Straw covered grand prix racing and became editor in chief. He was once an avid amateur racing driver.

The Race F1 Podcast covers drivers such as Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton. The podcast covers races such as the Australian Grand Prix and the Belgian Grand Prix. It discusses F1 teams such as Ferrari and Mercedes. The podcast also examines moves off of the race track, such as when James Key became the technical director of Alfa Romeo.

The Race F1 Podcast goes beyond who claimed the winner's trophy. For instance, Verstappen won the 2023 Japanese Grand Prix. That triumph clinched the constructor's championship for Red Bull. The podcast still took note of the fact that McLaren finished second and third. It was McLaren's first double podium since 2021. The podcast wondered, "Is McLaren now Red Bull's greatest long-term threat?"

Ten years after Fernando Alonso last won a Grand Prix, The Race F1 Podcast analyzed the Aston Martin star's performance. How could such a good driver go winless for so long? Despite the dry spell, was Alonso actually better than ever?

The podcast has done episodes devoted to potential controversies. Will there be another cost cap breach? Red Bull and Aston Martin received penalties after exceeding the cost cap limit in 2021. Will there be a rule to enforce engine equalization? Alpine's Renault engine has a power deficit compared with other teams' engines.

The Race F1 Podcast airs a couple of times per week throughout the year.

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Episodes

Previewing Las Vegas and the triple header that will decide the constructors' championship
21-11-2024
Previewing Las Vegas and the triple header that will decide the constructors' championship
Compared to last year, the opening day of the Las Vegas Grand Prix event was relatively subdued, but despite the lack of razzmatazz there's still plenty to talk about on The Race F1 Podcast.  Ben Anderson joins Edd Straw after a long day in the paddock to give you a taste of what it's like to be in Las Vegas and what's changed since last year.  As this is Ben's first visit to Vegas, he offers a fresh perspective on the unique qualities of the event - and the challenges of the strange timetable - but inevitably the big talking point is the start of the triple header that will decide the constructors' championship.  We weigh up the strengths and weaknesses of McLaren, Ferrari and Red Bull and the factors that might impact their performance this weekend - including a technical directive issued since the last race in Brazil.  The response, or lack thereof, to the GPDA's statement on the FIA's crackdown on swearing and the way it has been pursued, is also a talking point.  Want extra podcast content and to ask questions on the show? Join The Race Members' Club on Patreon! Head to Patreon.com/therace to take advantage of our special Black Friday offer, where you can get 30% off your first month Get your 2025 calendar from The Race Shop! Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our app on iOS or Android Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
BONUS: 1997 revisited - Re-live a classic F1 season with Bring Back V10s
20-11-2024
BONUS: 1997 revisited - Re-live a classic F1 season with Bring Back V10s
Edd Straw introduces some bonus F1 content for you from The Race Members’ Club that we think you’ll enjoy hearing a preview of.  Throughout 2024, The Race F1 Podcast's sister show Bring Back V10s (which looks back at F1’s iconic V10 era) has been doing a spin-off show, exclusively for members, called 1997 Revisited. On each mini episode, host Glenn Freeman is joined by Edd, Ben Anderson and Matt Beer for a fun-filled look back at every race from that classic season, which was voted the best of the era by the Bring Back V10s audience. Glenn and the gang are reaching the memorable end of that season now with just a couple of highly-charged rounds remaining, so we thought this was the perfect time for a taster. If you like what you hear, you can listen to the whole season in full, and of course without ads, by joining The Race Members’ Club on Patreon. And if you sign up now, you can take advantage of our special Black Friday offer, where you can get 30% off your first month in either our Racers tier, or an F1-only equivalent for those of you who only want F1 content.  And if you’d like to get an even bigger discount, you can get 50% off our top Champions tier. Just select the Champions tier when signing up, then enter the code CHAMP when prompted. These offers are running for a limited time only so act fast to make sure you don’t miss out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's behind the F1 race director's sudden departure? Plus, big changes to launch season, Aston’s tech shake-up, Alpine’s new engine deal & more
13-11-2024
What's behind the F1 race director's sudden departure? Plus, big changes to launch season, Aston’s tech shake-up, Alpine’s new engine deal & more
It's a news bonanza on the mid-week episode of The Race F1 Podcast as Edd Straw is joined by Scott Mitchell-Malm and special guest Christian Menath from German outlet Motorsport Magazin to unpack several big stories. The first is the shock news that Formula 1 will have a new race director from the Las Vegas Grand Prix as Niels Wittich has stepped down with immediate effect. We discuss what's behind his sudden departure, and Christian explains why there's more to it than the FIA's statement lets on. Next Dan Fallows' impending departure from his Technical Director role at Aston Martin is discussed, before talk turns to rumours that Sauber owners Audi are looking to sell a stake in the team. But who to, and why? And the episode is rounded out with talk about the big shake-up to F1 launch season, with a joint launch event set to take place at London's O2 Arena in February. Edd, Scott and Christian explain why this is happening before turning their attention to Alpine, following the confirmation that the Enstone team will use Mercedes power units (as taking gearboxes and rear suspension) from 2026. Want extra podcast content and to ask questions on the show? Join The Race Members' Club on Patreon! Head to Patreon.com/therace - we even have an F1-only tier! Get your 2025 calendar from The Race Shop! Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our app on iOS or Android Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The path to F1: Is the junior ladder fit for purpose?
07-10-2024
The path to F1: Is the junior ladder fit for purpose?
With Franco Colapinto and Ollie Bearman impressing on their Formula 1 outings this year, and Kimi Antonelli landing a place at Mercedes for 2024, the question of the relevance of Formula 2 has been talked about extensively in recent months.  The Race F1 Podcast has now joined the discussion with an in-depth debate about not only F2, but the state of the whole junior ladder and whether the fact the drivers getting the best results in the primary feeder series are being overlooked is a problem.  Nelson Valkenburg, who commentates on Formula 1 in the Netherlands and is steeped in junior single-seater racing itself, and Samarth Kanal join Edd Straw to give an overview of the landscape and explain what's working and what isn't. We start off with an explanation of why the mooted 'rookie race' won't happen at the Abu Dhabi test this year, but could take place next year, and look at the reasons for drivers ranked down the order in the F2 standings excelling in their F1 chances.  We then attempt to define the problem, and propose potential solutions to ensure that the junior ladder remains healthy and fit for purpose.  Want extra podcast content? Join The Race Members' Club on Patreon! Head to Patreon.com/therace - we even have an F1-only tier! Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook Check out our latest videos on YouTube Download our app on iOS or Android Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices