Beyond The Racing Line - Formula 1 Podcast

Y'all enjoy the race weekend? Well America arrived in style as the championship took another turn, in what was one of the drives of the season, from both. This week we dive right into the battle and unpack COTA. A strategic master-class from both Merc and Redbull, epic drives from Hamilton and Verstappen and in the end 1.33 was the difference. Fitting? Perez lifted and showed signs of matching it with Max, he has a hand to play in this title and could be the difference, over to you Bottas. Finally it was the battle we realised we needed and Brundle took on the Celebrities. It may be all for the gram but is there a place for these stars on the grid? All that plus Race Ranking, Race Review, Driver Votes, Dud of the Day, Fantasy, Beyond the Bet, F1.5, News, Gossip and much much more on this week's episode of BTRL.

Another week another race and another swing in the title fight, it's advantage Verstappen after Turkey and neither combatant has lead by more than 8pts. We asked mid season who wins and by how much, what are your predictions with 7 to go? Turkey left us feeling undercooked this week with the promise of a wet race that never reached its full potential, but does the surface need to be looked at? We throw around a few ideas to get Turkey back to the Gold standard. There was promise aplenty up the front, Leclerc looked poised to pounce, Alonso was in the box seat and Lewis had a new hardware to put on a charge, but there were more losers than winners this week. And the boss is back, Bottas took what would be his best win to date after the horror of his Turkish spin last time out, it was a clinical performance, but the reaction of Toto caught the eyes of many. Does Bottas deserve much more? All that plus Race Ranking, Race Review, Driver Votes, Dud of the Day, F1.5, Fantasy, Beyond the Bet, News and Gossip all on this week's episode of BTRL.

So close yet so far, the rain came in Sochi and it was Hamilton who prevailed and Norris played the price as the champ recorded a historic 100th win. Will we ever see such a fete again? Yes it's the Russian GP, next year we farewell "the carpark" but if there was a chance to go out on high note they took it. Max took his penalties and damage limitation was the name of the game. From last to 2nd and the slightest of swings in the title fight. This one is going to Abu Dhabi in our mind. 100 wins, a record that will stand the test of time as Lewis notched win number 3 for the season. Do you think we will see a record Luke this ever again? The rain came and Lando was hung out to, well soak, the Brit on the verge of a debut win we all wanted to see but a lack of info, a risky gamble and the conditions saw him slip, quite literally from the top step. Will he be better for the run? Will he take a win in season 2021? All that plus, Race Ranking. Race Review, Driver Votes, Dud of the Day, Beyond the Bet, Fantasy, F1.5, News, Gossip and much much more on this week's ep of BTRL.

To say that it's been a long time coming is an understatement, but as the Honey Badger said himself, he never left he just stepped aside for a while. The biggest smile in F1 was back and it will take some wiping as Monza delivered another classic. Is The Temple of Speed rising higher in the ranks of F1 circuits? At the other end of the scale it was frowns all round, Max and Lewis came together in spectacular fashion, and fans applauded the Halo once again we were denied the battle on track again. Who's at fault? Is this fight about to blow over? Does Max need to just start banking points or is Lewis getting his elbows too far out? One thing is for sure it's going down to the wire. And Bottas, the Finn lost his seat last week and we saw a care free fighter in Italy, which begs more questions once again about his time at Mercedes. With the pressure off could he throw a spanner in the works before season end? All that plus Race Ranking, Race Review, Dud of the Day, F1.5 championship, Fantasy, Beyond the Bet, Fan Questions, News, Gossip and much much more on this week's episode of BTRL.

A sea of orange washed across Zandvoort and Max delivered a clinic beyond his years to re-take the title lead. The rear gunners are out of it and we are wanting to keep it that way. Head to head 8 to go it's anyone's game. Zandvoort delivered in spades and the orange army was out in force, is there a more passionate group of F1 fans in modern times? We talk all things fans and Zandvoorts reprofile. The midfield battle is hotting up and it's swung once again. The McLaren's were in no man's land, Gasly delivered a stellar 4th place and the Ferraris bounced back, Alonso and the Alpine is growing in pace and it's hotting up fast, who will be the midfield champion come seasons end. Silly season is in full swing. Bottas has signed with Alfa Romeo, Gasly and Tsunoda have locked the Alfa seats down and the worst kept secret is no more as Russell signs for Mercedes. So who takes the remaining seats? We talk musical chairs once again, who are you backing? And sprint races are back on the table as we head off to the temple of speed, but was this weekends quali show enough to convince fans we don't need them? Time will tell. All that plus, Race Ranking, Race Review, Fantasy, F 1.5, Dud if the Day, Beyond the Bet, News, Gossip and much much more on this week's episode of BTRL.

THE RACE THAT NEVER WAS... What a weekend, well sort of, we raced behind a safety car, we waited, and waited and waited, paraded for 2 laps and then hey presto half points. Despite no race we have got lots of talk about. Russell pulled it out of the bag when it counted. But was it enough to land the Merc seat? Toto said the deal is done, Bottas with a cryptic post on Instagram but where will these 2 be seated in 2022? Lando was on it, then in it as he threw away a potential pole position, but was it down to poor conditions or too much money on the loud pedal? Whatever it was you can't fault him. And what about the fans, left high and...well wet, has F1 damaged the brand? Did we race to please sponsors? What should the sport do to reimburse the dedicated? We discuss plenty of options. All that plus news, driver market and Dud of the day on this week's half episode of BTRL.

Hungary for more? Well it's the summer break but your appetites for more F1 are satisfied after a chaotic and at times confusing race. Ocon took home the win in unconventional fashion as Bottas went bowling and banked a strike consisting of both Rebulls. If last week was the moment of the season then surely Hungary was the turning point. At half way the dial has turned and it's advantage Hamilton to the tune of 8 points. Vettel threw Aston Martin over his shoulder again and dragged home a feel-good second, he showed his good guy side again and supported diversity and equality but a slap on the wrist and a clip around the ear saw him fined and disqualified for an insufficient fuel sample, is it time to re-look at the rules? Williams finally banked the points they have longed for, and after 715 days between drinks it was Latifi who out raced Russell and took home the chocolates. We saw a raw and emotional Russell, is Mercedes the home for George or is he better suited as the future of Williams? And last but not least it was birthday boy Alonso who wound back the clock and put on a driving masterclass. If age is just a number then Alonso is just getting started. Alpine look justified in their signing and the Spaniard is back to his very best, a race win without a race win. All that plus Race Ranking, Race Review, Dud of the Day, Fantasy, Beyond the Bet, News, Gossip, Formula 1.5 and much much more on this weeks episode of BTRL

You may not realise it but we are witnessed a moment of F1 history for the ages. Two titans not willing to give an inch in a fight that is destined to go down to the wire. The British Grand Prix was set to be the weekend that we were introduced to Sprints however we left without batting an eyelid. This week we unpack that moment as the boys give their views on who was right, who was wrong and what implications this has on the championship. Leclerc is staking a claim as one of the drivers on the season. Is he getting the credit he deserves? He almost stole it on the weekend, how far away are we from a win for the men in red? The Sprint made its debut and left with mixed reactions, does it hold a place in F1, is it really pure racing or a money grab for a next gen of fans. Good guy Seb and the fighting Fernando of old were at their finest both on and off the track, we chat about the impact the mentors are having on the sport. And J is back. Nothing else there, he's just back. All that plus Race review, Race Ranking, Dud if the Day, Fantasy, Formula 1.5, Beyond the Bet, Fan Questions and much much more on this week's episode of BTRL.

Been to Austria? Well you'd be forgiven for thinking we never left. The triple header is done and non will be happier to depart the Styrian Alps than Hamilton as Max and the Bulls dominate. However one DNF and the margin in well within reach so this one isn't over. Penalties, penalties and more penalties. The talking point for this week? Did Derek Warwick get up on the wrong side of the bed or did the elbows stick too far out? We want hard racing but who got it right and who got it wrong? Lando can do no wrong. The brit is the in form drover of the season and lets be honest we didn't expect it. Is a win on the cards in 2021? Maybe, just maybe it is. Russell did Russell things and Bottas again took home another podium. The rumour mill is in full swing with an announcement on the Merc seat imminent. We discuss who gets it and why. Aston Martin are looking for a livery change to be more present on broadcasts. Sponsor BWT want the pink back and some are chasing the modern Fluro green. But will they pull the trigger on a re design this year? And down under is pulled from 2021 as our hearts collectively sink. What would you like to see as the replacement? All that plus Race Review, Race Ranking, Dud of the Day, Fantasy, Beyond the Bet, News, Gossip and a preview of the upcoming Sprint Race format on this weeks episode of BTRL.

4 on the bounce and the Bulls are in control. Yes the Mercs are winless and it's hurting. No development and no answers, is the dynasty over? The redbull rings is one of the races of the season. We saw a clinical master-class, however some fans were bored of the race. Is it time we come to appreciate these types of drives more often. The McLaren and Ferrari battle swung again, the boys in red went back before going forward, but Lando and Dan are on opposite wavelengths. Who is poised to take this win? Fernando is back, but have Alpine pulled the trigger too soon on an Ocon 3yr deal. With Russell and Bottas potentially "up for grabs" have they missed an opportunity? All that plus, Race Review, Race Ranking, Dud if the Day, Fantasy, Beyond the Bet, News, Gossip, our recommendations and a predictions for this weekend. All that and much much more on this week's episode of BTRL.

AH LE FRENCH GRAND PRIX. Delivered or still a dud? This weekend it delivered in spades but does it still have a worthy place on the calendar? It was the Bulls again who pulled off a strategic master-stroke and it caught the Mercs napping. Perez again repaying the faith in spades but are the Mercs cracking under pressure and beating themselves. Bottas. Some say getting a rough deal but we think not, listen in as we chat about the Finn and what the future holds. The McLaren boys came flying though and the Ferrari went in reverse. Mixed fortunes for the race for 3rd. Who is winning this battle at the moment? All that plus Race Review, Race Ranking, Dud of the Day, Beyond the Bet, Fantasy, News, Gossip and the all important F1.5 standing on this week's episode of BTRL. Don't forget to head over to DRAuto art, our wonderful sponsor of Fantasy this year, and check out some amazing F1 art.

Red flags, Red Cars on pole, Red faces and a podium of RedBulls and their rejects, Baku was painted Red but it was the man in green who stole our hears. Yes we are back in the city of Azerbaijan for Baku. It was a weekend to remember for some and forget for others. Verstappen was denied a deserved win and just when it looked like Hamilton would have the cards fall his way a little touch of magic was all that was needed and in the end we hold our championship steady. But the big question is debris or not debris? Perez came of age. He tweeted it would take 5 races to get the Redbull under control and on outing 6 he won! Has he closed the door on Albon? The McLaren's promised big things but didn't deliver? Is the hype real or have they been humbled? Bottas was nowhere. He isn't agreeing with the Merc but is he being delt a bad hand or is he just not delivering? Watch the socials for a big Bottas discussion. As always its Race Review, Race Rankings, Dud of the Day, Beyond the Bet, Fantasy, Fan Questions and much much more. All that o. This week's episode of BTLR. Don't forget to head over to DRAuto Art and check out Chris and his amazing Formula 1 Art.

Monaco, glitz and glamour but not everyone's cup of tea. After a 2 year hiatus we return to the principality. It was destined to be a sea if red but heartbreak for the Tifosi as Leclerc hit the wall and it was Verstappens for the taking. When it goes wrong at Mercedes it goes wrong. Is there a more unlucky driver than Bottas? And what about Lewis, left in no man's land, will Monaco play a part in the title decider? We look at the knock-on effect this may have. Lando is doing Lando things and wow isn't he performing, a Gasly year if ever there was one. But Dan is in no man's land, if you were in his shoes what would you do to turn the season around? Seb has a handle on the Aston. Is it a sign of things to come? We unpack where to for the former champion. All that plus, Race Review, Race Ranking, Dud of The Day, Fantasy, Beyond the Bet, News, Gossip and the one we have all been waiting for Formula 1.5 has returned for 2021. All that plus much much more on this week's episode of BTRL.

The Spanish GP has been run and won. There is no doubt Verstappen and Hamilton are on another level, but it was the 7 time champion with a bold strategy who took the chocolates. Is it advantage Lewis? Hard to say no when he has clocked 100 poles and on the cusp of 100 wins.

Portugal. The roller coaster, the undulations, the blind crests yes the buzz words we all heard this weekend. It has been run and won and it was a 15th Hamilton, Verstappen, Bottas podium. We know the title at this stage is between 2 but Valtteri and Perez reminded us that they will have a say. There have already been championship moments but which will come back to bite? The Alpine made huge gains this weekend and we saw some glimpse of the Fernando of old but will they be midfield bound or sit on the outskirts. Sprint races have been all the rage and it has fans divided, is this a money grab, is this a reach to the next generation of fans or exactly what F1 needs? As always we have a full race review, race ranking, Dud of the Day, Beyond the Bet, Fantasy, news and gossip and tune in for a sensational opening question from Sam. All that plus much much more on this week's episode of BTRL.

2 from 2 and the 2021 Season has delivered. The battle lines have even drawn and we have 2 contenders. The master and the apprentice look to be the ones to beat, but can their offsiders get in on the action. It's a long season and time will tell. This week we unpack the rivalries of the season so far. Bottas Vs Russell and the battle for the Merc seat, is it on or has George just taken a backward step? Is Bottas safe? All that plus much more on this week's episode of BTRL.

The fuse has been lit on 2021 and wow didn't it deliver. Bahrain has staked it's claim for season opener with a belter. But with so much hype came the result of Hamilton, Verstappen, Bottas. But it felt different this time. In fact one more and it become the most recorded 3,2,1 result in F1 history. This week we look at a full race review. We learnt that Bulls are serious contenders but the Mercs are not going anywhere fast. The Ferrari looks good but is it the title contender of days past or are they simply making up lost ground. McLaren are an enigma, 3rd place or title fighter? Drivers had new homes and there were some stand outs, however all those that moved homes were beaten, how quickly can they come up to speed? And who has the biggest fight on their hands? All that plus Race Ranking, Dud of The Day, Fantasy F1, Beyond the Bet, Fan Questions and some News and Gossip. Sit back and enjoy one mighty entertaining episode of BTRL.

IT'S RACE WEEK AND ITS PODCAST WEEK. This week we are joined by special guest Anthony Durkin of the F1AE stepping in to help Roge and J gear up for round 1. We look this week at the head to head driver battles, much has been said about the moves made in 2020 and with new team mates comes new challenges. Who will come out on top? The crystal ball is out as we predict the running order. Who got it right? Who is a mile off?

It's testing time and that's where we kick off. We dive into technical innovations and unpack who is doing what. The token system has already begun playing a part of development and we can begin to get a sense of what direction teams will take. The winners and losers of the 3 day test, who's ahead, who's in trouble and where might each team be in the pecking order. Liveries are the most exciting part of a new year without a doubt. We run our artistic eye over each team and critique them. Do you agree or disagree with our findings? And last of all a bit if news and gossip to get you fired up for another year. So join us as we get ready, share the pod around and come along for the ride in 2021.

THE BOYS ARE BACK FOR 2021... With pre season slowly beginning to wind up we just couldn't wait to sink our teeth into all things F1. In a very special opening episode we dive into a bit of news to wet your appetite for the season ahead.

In a season like no other we have risen to the challenge and produced a review like no other. Yes the boys are back with their wrap up of 2020. Team reviews, driver reviews, who impressed and who failed. We rank the year and unpack those memorable and not so memorable moments. The BTRL awards make an appearance with driver of the tear, team of the year, F1.5 Champion, and of course Dud of the year. Fantasy was a huge success and we announce our podium and prize winners and we make some way too early predictions for the season ahead. So put your feet up, gather the family and tune in for the biggest podcast of the year. All that and more on the season wrap up on BTRL.

IT'S THE SECOND FINAL EPISODE OF 2020. This week we have treated our beloved BTRL fans with a mini ep full of all that podcasty goodness you have come to know and love. Abu Dhabi was not spectacular, it was not a race for the ages and it was not what we have come to expect in 2020. In short Max was on pole, Max drove fast, Max won. But don't worry we still have a full race review, race rankings, beyond the bet, dud of the day, fantasy and much more. BUT.....keep your eyes glued to the socials as we look for your say on the moments that shaped 2020 and we gear up for our END OF SEASON REVIEW NEXT TUESDAY NIGHT! All that and more this week on BTRL.

The road to Abu Dhabi us upon us. 2020 is about to close but not before one last twist. It was Russell in the Mercedes. The stage was set the win was there but an un Mercedes like pitstop it all went horribly wrong. But would a win stain the Hamilton record? Will George officially be the future of Mercedes and has Bottas become uncomfortable in his seat? We left with more questions than answers. It was 190th time lucky as the man without a seat took his win. 2020 continues to deliver. Is there one more twist in the tail?

2020. It's a year we will never forget and Bahrain will be the moment that stays with fans for a long long-time. This weekend racing took a back seat, people came first, lives were at stake and we invested every ounce of ourselves into those who give and give to the sport we love so dearly. This week we reflect upon Bahrain. We talk about the Grosjean accident and the progress F1 has made, where too next and what will become of this? The champ is down and out. Hamilton has returned a positive COVID test and the Merc seat once again becomes the golden chalis. But who takes it? Is this the moment super sub Hulk finally takes the podium? Or does a Russell get a taste of the future. All that plus news, (and there is a lot) race review, race ranking, Formula 1.5, Dud of the Day, Fantasy, Beyond the bet and much much more. This week on BTRL.

The surface was slick the engines fired and we slid into the weekend. Yes we are back and its the Turkish GP. We witnessed history as Hamilton matched Schumacher's title record. Will he stick around for an 8th? Will this feat ever be matched? One thing is for sure, whether you love him or hate him, you can deny his prowess. The Redbull were left red faced on what might have been. Stroll silenced the critics on Saturday but let them raise their voices on the Sunday. But it wasn't all doom and gloom as Vettel pulled off his drive of the year and the Ferrari boys gave the Tifosi something to cheer about. The argument for retro tracks is growing louder. Is it time to take this seriously? A race track is a race track for a reason. As always race rankings, race review, Formula 1.5, dud of the day, fantasy, beyond the bet, news and much much more. Including the return of J. Sit back relax and soak up this weeks ep of BTRL.

A return to Imola, a return to the old days gone of F1, the retro love for the sport units fans once again. Records are tumbling all around us as Mercedes put their stamp on a claim for the the greatest team of all time as they secure 7 titles in a row. Are they the greatest team of all time? It was a tale of 2 halves at Imola and we finished on the right note. However it wasn't the moves that came off the we were in awe of it was the glaring mistakes. Albon, Stroll, Racing Point and Russell were all left red faced. But it was Ricciardo, Kvyat and the Alfa boys who gained. Who was the biggest winner and loser of the weekends. The seats are closing on the driver market but there are drivers being left in the woods. We have another go at placing those fast and no doubt furious. As always race review, driver rankings, dud of the day, Formula 1.5 has lit up the socials once again, beyond the bet, fantasy news and gossip. All that plus much much more on this week's episode of BTRL.

92. Yes its the Portuguese GP weekend. This week we lay homage to Lewis, a record broken, a career that will stand the test of time. The question now remains what's the end score? Portugal reminded us again why retro tracks are the real deal and if F1 are paying attention its time to get them back. We saw a lap one that rivalled some of the greats as Kimi showed us what he does best, Sainz let out of the block and left the big 3 flailing, but true to form talent beat out and we finished HAM, BOT, VER. Tyres and surface were the talking point of the weekend as too was lack of knowledge, have we seen the birth of the 2 day race weekend. Imola will be the defining weekend. Driver market rumours are in full swing and we revisit our favourite past time playing music chairs, how did we do? What are your predictions? And as always we load up with your favourite BTRL segments, race review, driver rankings, dud of the day, beyond the bet, fantasy, the global phenomenon that is Formula 1.5 and don't miss our chat about the F1 app, have we witnessed Js troubles first hand with his arch nemesis. All that on this week's episode of BTRL.

The weekend has come to a finish as we returned to the Eifel Mountains and graced the tarmac of Germany. And for the first time in 2020 we left with nothing but good vibes. The fairy tale stories were in abundance and it was hard to pick a definitive one, but on this week's episode we will do our best. Was it Hamilton's 91st win and record equaling achievement. We never though in our wildest dreams that Schumacher's records would be touched but we are in an age of history right now. Is it right to compare the two or sit back and enjoy? Raikkonen became the most experienced driver in F1 history as he surpassed the mighty Barrichello. And as cool as ever the ice man did it in his own unique style. Riccardo stepped up and broke Renault's 10 year podium drought, but we were Shoeyless and left wanting more from the Honey Badger. With hindsight on our side has he made the right call to jump ship at Renault? And it was Hulkenback 3.0. The man now dubbed the super sub drove 6 mins of preparation, qualified last and drove like there was no tomorrow finishing inside the top 10. Is he primed for a return? We think so! All that plus race rankings, full race review, Dud of the Day, Beyond the Bet, Fantasy, Formula 1.5 standings, Fan Questions and much much more. Settle in, its going to be a good one this week on BTRL.

The Sochi Scrap. No not the latest viral Tiktok trend, it's race week and we were treated with a slightly off dessert that you kinda want to eat but know you shouldn't, but do anyway. Sochi delivered a feisty yet scrappy race that left fans wanting a little bit more. Bottas got it done in the most unusual of ways while Lewis must wait another week to tie the all time wins record. It's mid year and what better way to celebrate than a special mid year report card. We grade the field on their season so far and there are a few surprises, have a go and let us know, we're we on the money? We take a look at some news this week as Chase Steph's back, Toto teases his past interest and the Ferrari dream team is officially reunited. Perez has a seat but where? And the return of Alonso as Renault fans get sentimental. All that plus race rankings, dud of the day, beyond the bet, fantasy Formula 1.5 and much much more on a special edition of BTRL.

Red flags, red cars and red tempers were the order of the weekend as Mugello took charge. If we needed a reminder of how amazing Formula 1 can be then these past two weekends have delivered in spades. It was business as usual the front but all eyes were on the midfield. Carnage, carnage and more carnage as those scrapping for points ended up having them handed to them on a plate. Bottas brought a new attitude to the weekend but as always the cards fell to the wrong side. If the championship wasn't already over then it is now, Hamilton can do no wrong. The Bulls set themselves for an Italian charge but Verstappen was left seeing red in the prancing horses 1000th gallop as he failed to fire a shot. The age old question of track design has reared its head and we again ask, is it time to revisit the old school tracks? There's no denying they are icons for a reason. As always race reviews, race rankings, dud if the day, Formula 1.5, beyond the bet, fantasy and much much more including a teaser to a new segment "WHAT ARE THE ODDS", we think J is going to take Beyond the Bet into the global market shortly. All here on this weeks episode of BTRL

FORZA ITALIA! If Germany was the race of the decade then Monza was the race of the century and by all accounts you'd be hard pressed to go past Gasly as the driver of the year. It's a jam packed episode, race review, driver rankings, dud of the day, fantasy, news, beyond the bet, fan questions, Mugello preview, recommendations and not a single red flag to slow us down! So with that said we won't bore you with a write up, grab you headphones treat yourself to some ear candy and settle in for the podcast of the year, (well our podcast of the year anyway) of the Italian GP. Another week here at BTRL!

Its the Belgian GP and we were greeted with a race we all didn't expect. 2020 has delivered many challenges but right now F1 is crying out for a challenger! The season is locked in but is it already over? This week we dive i to the championship and talk where to next? With Hamilton, Bottas and Verstappen seemingly glued to the podium where will our knight in shining armour come from? Enter Danny Ric. Yes the Honey Badger was back to his rapid best and if form is anything go by the Renault is threatening to bust a podium wide open, all we need is a bit of luck. McLaren had none this week as Sainz failed to make it to the grid with exhaust failure. Surely nothing when compared to the sheer obliteration of his future team. How has it gone so wrong at Ferrari. The window looks closed for Racing Point but it looks to be widening for the man of the hour Gasly. We discuss what is going so right for him at the moment, is a return to Rebull on the cards? J is back with Beyond the Bet as it trends upwards on the internet and the social media's. We talk all things news, race ranking, dud of the day, fantasy and much much more on this week's episode of BTRL.

The Spanish flu hit F1 fans hard as they struggled through the weekend but don't worry as the BTRL boys have the vaccination ready at hand. Yes it was the Spanish GP, or as some titled it...zzz. Surprisingly there's a lot to talk about this week. We kick off as always with the race review and race rankings. Hamilton is untouchable at the moment and questions are now being asked is the season over? The podium is reserved for the same 3 but not even Verstappen and Bottas can get near him, a 7th title is surely in the bag. The midfield teams has a mixed weekend. Renault faltered, Mclaren held station but it was the Alpha boys and in particular Gasly who stepped up with a jaw dropping 5th in Q2. The Racing Points looked to let another podium slip after early pace, it will only be a matter of time before Leclerc gets that Ferrari firing, we discuss is the windows now closed. Party mode is about to go as of next race. Is the F1 hunting the Mercs? Will that have any effect on the running order? Time will tell. J is absent this week and so is Beyond the Bet, the fastest trending podcast segment world wide, however never fear as we have stepped up to bring a brand new segment.....STATS AMAZING! Let us know what you think. Lastly as always news, fantasy, and recommendations. All that plus just a little more on this week's ep of BTRL.

Happy 70th and although we are nowhere near 70 yrs of age we still enjoyed the party that F1 threw this week. Our opening question was a belter this week, alternate race endings. Tyres tyres and more tyres, the Pirellie team took us back a compound but were we blanketed with the rubber all weekend or is that what we need more of in the future. Race review is jam packed this week and every team played a part in Sundays action but who was our team of the weekend and who had a shocker? Race rankings and dud of the day, some unexpected results here, did we get it right? Do yourself a favour and google Hannah Schmitz, the unexpected hero of Sunday. The Hulk returns and he took us back to the twilight if his career, is he now at the front of the cue for a 2021 race seat? We think yes but where does he go? Could we see a Perez, Hulk Haas pairing? News is in and man is it big, Racing Point penalised, teams appeal, Toto is rattled, Lawrence is fired up and this one is going to go right to the bell, we unpack "Ductgate". Legal or not? What about Kimi, the once mighty world champion has fallen, 1 yr too long? Is this the final chapter in the iceman tale? Along with this all your favourite segments are back, beyond the bet, fantasy, recommendations and much much more. All that on this week's episode of BTRL.

It's race week or if your the social media team at Ferrari it's Rawe Ceek! And it's the heart of British motor sport, the mighty Silverstone. If you went to bed prior to lap 51 then spoiler alert it was an epic finish! Hamilton dragging his Merc across the line in dramatic fashion, one that will go down as one of the most memorable finishes to a GP. And for Bottas our hearts collectively broke. This week we look at the what if's...what if Perez was fit to race, what if Hulkenberg took the grid, what if Stroll kept up his FP2 pace, what if Max had not pitted and what if Js Beyond the Bet got up? It was a war of attrition and could have ended in more than one way. We unpack race reviews, race rankings, dud of the day, beyond the bet, news fan questions and much much more on this jam packed episode of BTRL.

Welcome back to another week of racing and another episode of BTRL. This week its the Hungarian GP. It was a race of sorts and a race of nothingness. This week we look at the race from a team by team perspective, who were the major winners, lovers and surprise packets of the weekend. The Racing Points are under heavy investigation. Will they be found guilty or innocent, what are your thoughts on the "Trace Gate" hear our opinions as we weigh in on the decision of the season. And what about their wheelmen, is one on the way out? Did Perez throw another podium? Has isolation drawn 3 seconds of talent out of Lance? The stewards are under fire again this week from the boys, a bad call on Bottas? Maybe? A terrible call on the Haas? Definitely, and Rebull, were they lucky to escape an alleged box dry? Hmmm. How have you seen the stewards form so far? And your #1 and #2 favourite segments, in that order, its dud of the day and Beyond the bet! Did J make it 3 from 3? No, no he didn't! Hear the fallout. All that plus fantasy, news is up, gossip as always, the driver market merry-go-round featuring Seb and much much more. All that on this week ep of BTRL.

Back to back and back into the swing of it. The first double header has been run and win and it was Lewis Hamilton who rose from the ashes of 4th to bounce back in a wet weather master-class. This week we kick off the ep by unpacking qualifying, the rain came down and we almost didn't get going. Was the right call made? Is it time for a review of the wet tyre or the format? Our race review dives into the hero of Norris and the zero of Ferrari, we didn't see this season from either, but who's made the bigger impression? The stewards are in the gun this week as our lead man takes aim at the lack of calls but what is a racing incident and what is not? 3,2,1 Votes get dropped and our dud of the day votes are back. It's round 2 of Beyond the Bet and we are 2 from 2, J is under more pressure than Seb this week to deliver. Fantasy rankings are in, where are we at who's in the position to take home the prizes. Racing Point has been protested against and wow did this one have us fired up. What do you make of the Pink Arrow? Is it legal or illegal? News previews and the recommendations for this week. All that and much more on BTRL.

And wow what a mega ep we have this week, set aside plenty of time because we have a lot to cover. This week F1 returns and in spectacular fashion. If anyone picked that result then please give us a call, we are keen for this weeks lotto numbers. We return with race rundown, who finished where and what implications does this have on week one of the championship. New COVID protocols were in place, did that add or take from the race experience, we would love to know your thoughts? What changed for you?

Its podcast night and we are back and we don't mean waiting to come back or getting ready to come back we are back OFFICIALLY BACK! So its back to race reviews, its back to predictions, its back to weekend previews, its back to fantasy, back to beyond the bet and back to loving life with F1 in it! Pull up a chair, grab your best headphones sit back and relax as we get ready to go racing!

We are back, the countdown continues as we dip under the 20 day mark, and J's back on deck as 2 become 3 again! This week we unpack the future calendar, with Singapore and Japan now off the cards we turn our attention to future tracks, with Mugello or Imola get a run? Podiums are set to look very different so we thought we take our spin on what these should look like. Aston Martin have dominated the constructor landscape, Toto is invested, but who takes the seats, is this Vettels foot in the door of a Merc? Does Alonso link in as part of his future WEC project, we have a crack at our dream team scenario. And are we set to see a new rich kid on the block, Latifi and Mazapin are rumoured to make a play for the majority stake, what does this mean for Russell and Latifi? And we wrap up this week with our recommendations, Beyond the Bet makes a return and much much more on this week's ep of BTRL.

Yes it's been a long few months as we have waited, and waited and waited to find out when the lights will officially go out for season 2020. And although we still need to wait a little bit longer we can rest easier knowing we kick off very soon. This week we chat calendar, what can we expect from the double header? Are you for or against reverse grids? Who takes the lead of the championship after 8 rds. Is Max in the box seat? Team news and we focus on Williams the sale of minority, majority or full. Is the nail finally in the coffin? We think so. Cost capping and are rules are what they have cried out for, they may not be around to see it. And on top of this we get a little political, talked reports, bit of driver merry go round and much much more. All that on this week's ep of BTRL.

This week the boys review what went down last weekend in one of the most manic seat swaps in recent history as Vettel pulled the trigger. Who was the biggest winner and loser? Ah and Alonso, yes he's back in the conversation with many (including Roger)warming to the idea that Tristan's man will be back on the grid, what is your take? And with many seats available what does this mean for the rest of the field?

NEW PODCAST: Well when we thought the F1 landscape had gone quiet, BAM, this happens, yes for the folk living under rocks, (which I hear can be nice this time of year) Vettel and Ferrari will part ways at the end of 2020. So in this week's episode we talk all things Ferrari, all things Vettel, merry go rounds, our driver predictions, who take the seat, who doesn't and yes it wouldn't be a podcast without someone mentioning Fernando Alonso....But could it really happen?

We are back, yes with the news of a potential restart to 2020 we are back podcasting away. Not only that it's QUIZCAST night! Yes after our successful laugh of the iso QUIZCAST episode we are back and this time it's one for Lewis Hamilton fans. Think you are the ultimate #bestfan? Are you #blessed with Hamilton knowledge? Take on our resident Quizmaster along with the boys and see how you fare. Also tune in at the beginning of this week's QUIZCAST for some news and our take on the upcoming restart!

IT'S QUIZCAST LAUNCH DAY. Yes we have been working away on some podcasts you can enjoy while we all manage our isolation. Grab a copy of our official QUIZCAST game sheet in the previous post, or just shout along with family, friends, or while you drive along. Take on the boys head to head as we have some fun and recap the 2019 season, pub quiz style and find out who has the brains, or lack of. And for those traditionalist don't worry we have a short news segment attached to this week.

We are back in what seems to be the longest pre season of our lives. With so many cancellations and postponements the BTRL boys are one thing you can count on. You would think that there wouldn't be much to talk about in the F1 world, but you would be wrong. This week we dive into news and the speculation about what the next season may look like, sprints, short season or super-season? We give our best F1 recommendations as the world lives in isolation, hear what the boys have been doing to fill the F1 gap, we would love to hear your suggestions. Roger has invented a new segment. We would tell you what it was all about but we still haven't quite figured it out ourselves. All that plus just a little more on this week's ep of BTRL.

The F1 and Motorsport world is in the lurch as the recent cancellation of the Australian GP has left us with more questions than we can possibly answer. This week's episode tackles some of those. We look into driver contracts, will there be movement without racing, many drivers may find it hard to more or be moved on with current form, where can you see drivers going or are we locked in a stalemate? Car development will take a major hit too, with Ferrari locking the gates what rules are now in play with car development? Invest a short amount into 2020 or lengthen the 2021 regulation change? We play the role of team boss. A long with this and much more we talk news, gossip column and answer our fan posed question and create our own fantasy 2020 calendar! Who was on the money and who got it horribly wrong. And although the season is yet to kick off don't fear we are going nowhere. So stick around and we post, chat and talk all things F1 is the ever going lead up to 2020. #btrl #f1

The Boys have had their first day back in the happy spot, a Formula 1 Paddock. Catch up with this episode to get their thoughts on all the big issues and a lot of very little issues.

THE WAIT IS OVER Yes time to come out of hibernation F1 fans because we are back. So much to talk about this week. Its been a week of highs and lows so far and yet not a single piece of rubber has hit the Albert Park surface. From world health to Ferrari engines the past week has had it all. On this weeks podcast we talk news and the potential threat to this weekends racing, what does it mean for fans, racing and the immediate and long term future of the 2020 season. All that and more and we pack our bags and prepare to hit the paddock.

It's time to gear up as the countdown to 2020 is on. This week the boys give their pre-season predictions. F1 Fantasy is ready to launch and for those of you who tune into this week's ep and sign up via the code announcement, a little prize could be coming your way. 2020 also means we are back in the F1 paddock as we take to the track, garages and all things glamour, got a question we can pose for you, keep an eye out for your chance to tell us who you want interviewed and what question you want asked.