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Formula 1 is back! Tom Clarkson is joined by De Telegraaf journalist Erik van Haren to discuss all the big talking points as the 2024 season resumes at the Dutch Grand Prix.Max Verstappen has won his home race three years in a row, but the championship leader is without a victory in the last four this season. Will he return to winning ways in front of the orange army? Or will McLaren and Mercedes continue their impressive form to end the Dutchman’s dominance in Zandvoort?Tom also asks Erik if this year has been Max’s best season in Formula 1 to date and whether his future in the sport lies away from Red Bull Racing.

Max Verstappen has the lead, but his rivals have more speed. With McLaren, Mercedes and Ferrari fighting Red Bull for race victories, the second half of the 2024 Formula 1 season is too close to call. Tom Clarkson and 1996 World Champion Damon Hill discuss how Max Verstappen needs to drive to take a fourth consecutive title. Are McLaren now favourites for the Constructors' crown? How will Mercedes and Lewis Hamilton work together in their final 10 races together? Also on the agenda, will Carlos Sainz be re-energised now his future is secure? Why could Aston Martin prove to be the perfect project for Adrian Newey?10 races left in 2024. Be thereTickets for F1 in Las Vegas, Austin + races around the world are available now at tickets.formula1.comThis episode is brought to you by:Shopify: to take your business to the next level today, sign up for a £1 per-month trial period at shopify.co.uk/nationGet in touchIf you have a question for our F1 Nation experts, then send an email to [email protected] from F1 Nation How Carlos Sainz will turbocharge Williams - with James Vowles Why Fernando Alonso is staying with Aston Martin Adrian Newey on Red Bull's 2024 car Inside Ollie Bearman's F1 debut More official F1 podcastsF1 Beyond The Grid - in-depth interviews with F1's biggest starsF1 Explains - your F1 questions answered by the experts

Williams Team Principal James Vowles tells Tom Clarkson and 1996 World Champion Damon Hill why ‘performance machine’ Carlos Sainz will take Williams to a new level when he joins the team in 2025.When did James begin talks with Carlos? Why does he believe he’s now got one of the best driver line-ups in Formula 1? How much pressure does this put on the team to improve performance? And why does James compare negotiations with the Spaniard to dating?Damon discusses how Carlos will transition from a frontrunning team to one further down the grid and how he’ll work alongside Alex Albon.This episode was recorded before Jonathan Wheatley's departure from Red Bull was announced, but Tom and Damon discuss why the team decided to stick with Sergio Perez for the rest of 2024. Plus, what do we know about new Alpine Team Principal Oliver Oakes? And who are the contenders to fill seats left at Mercedes, Alpine and Sauber?

Tom Clarkson, Aston Martin Reserve Driver Stoffel Vandoorne and 9-time Le Mans winner Tom Kristensen analyse George Russell's disqualification from the 2024 Belgian Grand Prix, and discuss why it was still an impressive race weekend for Mercedes - with Russell's strategy and Hamilton's overtaking taking the Silver Arrows to the front of the field for the third time in four races.McLaren's Oscar Piastri thinks Belgium was one of his best weekends in F1 to date, but he narrowly missed out on challenging Mercedes for the lead. Teammate Lando Norris was frustrated after a scrappy opening lap. As well as McLaren, the F1 Nation team talk about Max Verstappen's supreme speed at Spa, and ask if Sergio Perez has reached the end of the road with Red Bull Racing.Plus, why were Ferrari so quick in qualifying but slower in the race? What made it a difficult weekend for Aston Martin? What does Esteban Ocon's overtaking tell us about Alpine's car, and what does the future hold for the team now Team Principal Bruno Famin is on his way out?Experience F1 live in 2024Tickets for races in the Netherlands, Texas, Las Vegas and around the world are on sale now. Go to tickets.formula1.com to book your place at a Grand Prix.

In the Budapest paddock, Tom Clarkson is joined by ESPN journalist Albert Fabrega to dissect a dramatic Hungarian Grand Prix.Oscar Piastri is the first Formula 1 Grand Prix winner born in this millennium and the fifth Australian to stand on top of the podium. How did he achieve his first race victory and what does this win mean for his future?McLaren secured their first 1-2 since Monza 2021 – but should Lando Norris have been asked to give up victory after undercutting Piastri? Or did the polesitter lose this race at the start? And will those team orders benefit McLaren in the long run?Tom and Albert also discuss who was at fault for the late collision between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen, why Red Bull were off the pace in Budapest and what the future may hold for Sergio Perez after another difficult weekend.7 winners so far in 2024. Don't miss the chance to see F1 live this seasonTickets for races in Texas, Las Vegas, across Europe and around the world are on sale now. Go to tickets.formula1.com to book your place at a Grand Prix.

Tom Clarkson and Damon Hill are joined by Mercedes Engineering Director, Andrew Shovlin, for F1 Nation’s preview of the 2024 Hungarian Grand Prix.Mercedes are on a roll. They’ve won back-to-back races for the first time since 2021. Will they make it three in a row in Budapest, or will Red Bull, McLaren or Ferrari take another win in this unpredictable season?Andrew talks about the celebrations after Lewis Hamilton’s sensational win at Silverstone and why the seven-time World Champion was back to his very best, how much scope Mercedes have to continue getting better in 2024, whether they’ll be in the mix for victory again this weekend and why the Hungaroring represents a big test for their car.Also on the agenda: have Red Bull reached their peak of development under the current regulations? And what have McLaren learned from missed opportunities in the last four races? 6 winners so far in 2024. Don't miss the chance to see F1 live this seasonTickets for races in the USA, across Europe and around the world are on sale now. Go to tickets.formula1.com to book your place at a Grand Prix.

Sensational. Emotional. Lewis Hamilton's 9th Silverstone victory in a thrilling dry-wet-dry race left the Mercedes driver crying tears of joy. Was this one of his most important wins ever, what does it mean to him and Mercedes, and how did he do it?Tom Clarkson, Sky Sports F1's Natalie Pinkham and former F1 driver Alex Wurz break down the 2024 British Grand Prix, and how victory slipped away from McLaren. Max Verstappen finished 2nd, but was it one of his best drives of the season? How will George Russell feel after going from the race lead to retirement? What will Lewis Hamilton be thinking about his future team Ferrari's recent downturn in performance?Plus, we celebrate a stunning drive from Nico Hulkenberg at Haas, look ahead to a potentially pivotal week for Sergio Perez, and hear the teaser for F1, starring Brad Pitt6 winners so far in 2024. Don't miss the chance to see F1 liveTickets for races in the US, across Europe and around the world are on sale now. Go to tickets.formula1.com to book your place at a Grand Prix.This episode is brought to you by:Shopify: Sign up for a one-pound-per-month trial period at shopify.co.uk/nation to take your business to the next level.

Tom Clarkson, Sky Sports' Natalie Pinkham, former GP2 champion Davide Valsecchi and Brazilian F1 journalist Julianne Cerasoli take a deep breath and debrief after the incredible 2024 Austrian Grand Prix.F1's top two drivers fought for the lead, and the battle boiled over. How will it affect the on-track racing and off-track relationship between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris?George Russell drove through the drama to take an unexpected victory, but how did he put himself in position to take advantage?Also up for debate: why did Lewis Hamilton have a tough weekend? Are Ferrari now firmly behind Mercedes? How did Haas pull off a double points finish? Why are Aston Martin struggling? Experience F1 action live in 2024You can be at a Formula 1 race this season. Just go to tickets.formula1.com to book your place at a Grand Prix now.This episode is brought to you by:Betterhelp: With almost 5,000 therapists in the UK already, BetterHelp can provide access to mental health professionals with a wide variety of expertise in mental health. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/f1nation. eBay MotorseBay Motors has everything you need to maintain your vehicle, and level it up to peakperformance.Keep your ride alive at ebaymotors.com

Tom Clarkson is joined by Pedro de la Rosa and Argentine journalist Juan Fossaroli in the F1 paddock to discuss why Max Verstappen won the Spanish Grand Prix, despite Lando Norris having what he and Max agreed was the ‘best car’ in Barcelona. How crucial was the race start? Did Verstappen’s early overtake of George Russell make the difference? What impact did strategy and tyres have? You’ll hear what both Max and Lando think was the biggest factor in the outcome of their brilliant battle. Also on the F1 Nation agenda: how did Russell not win after sensationally taking the lead into Turn 1? What changed for Lewis Hamilton to have his best weekend of 2024? Will he be concerned by Ferrari’s dip in form? And what can we expect from the next two races of this triple header in Austria and Silverstone?Plus, Chloe Chambers tells Tom how she claimed a dominant first victory in round 3 of F1 Academy."How could we have been so dumb?!"Mercedes Technical Director James Allison shares fascinating insight into how the team have put themselves back in contention on F1 Beyond The Grid. Experience Formula 1 live this seasonTickets for races in Texas, Las Vegas, across Europe and around the world are available now. Go to tickets.formula1.com to book your seats.

This weekend’s Spanish Grand Prix kicks off a very exciting triple header for Formula 1, as the European leg of the season gets into full swing with three races in two weeks.Tom Clarkson is joined by 1996 World Champion Damon Hill to discuss who will be the big winners in Barcelona, Austria and Silverstone. After two tracks that have exposed their weaknesses, is Max Verstappen favourite to win the next three races in ‘Red Bull territory’? What lessons do McLaren need to learn from Montreal? Are Ferrari going to struggle again in Spain? And will Mercedes be competitive for the rest of the season? Plus, Aston Martin Performance Director Tom McCullough joins the pod to discuss the challenges of the Circuit de Catalunya, where Aston will be strongest in the upcoming races, and whether age really matters following the news that 17-year-old Kimi Antonelli could make his F1 debut sooner than expected.Got a question for our F1 Nation experts? Email [email protected] and we'll answer on a future show.To book your seat at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, the United States Grand Prix, or another thrilling spectacle on the 2024 calendar, go to tickets.formula1.com

Tom Clarkson is joined by Sky Sports F1 presenter Natalie Pinkham to dissect a sensational, action-packed Canadian Grand Prix at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. What were the key moments that defined the race? How did Max Verstappen overcome two safety cars and changeable weather conditions to emerge victorious? Why did Lando Norris and George Russell miss out on the win? And after their best result of the season, are Mercedes back? Tom and Natalie also discuss Daniel Ricciardo’s strongest weekend of the year, why Esteban Ocon wasn’t happy with Alpine team orders, and the latest driver market news from inside the Montreal paddock. Plus, we hear from FIA Single Seater Director, Nikolas Tombazis, on the new regulations that have been announced for Formula 1 in 2026 and beyond.You can be at a Formula 1 race this season Just go to tickets.formula1.com to book your place at a Grand Prix now.This episode is brought to you by:Shopify: Sign up for a one-pound-per-month trial period at shopify.co.uk/nation to take your business to the next level.

Tom Clarkson is joined by 1996 World Champion Damon Hill for F1 Nation’s preview of the 2024 Canadian Grand Prix.But before talking all things Canada, Tom gets the inside story on the news that Esteban Ocon and Alpine will part ways at the end of this season. Fred Ferret, F1 reporter at French newspaper L’Equipe, tells us why they’ve made this decision, what’s next for both parties, and how this could impact the wider driver market.On the agenda ahead of Montreal: with three different winners in the last three races, do we have a title fight on our hands between Red Bull, Ferrari and McLaren this year? Will the Bull’s Monaco weaknesses be exposed again in Montreal? Is Oscar Piastri primed for his first Grand Prix victory?Also, after Alex Albon secured Williams’ first points of the season in Monte Carlo, their Head of Vehicle Performance Dave Robson joins the pod to chat about the team’s progress, what challenges the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve provides, and how they’re trying to develop Logan Sargeant. You can be at a Formula 1 race this season. Just go to tickets.formula1.com to book your place at a Grand Prix now. This episode is brought to you by:Shopify: Sign up for a one-pound-per-month trial period at shopify.co.uk/nation to take your business to the next level.Betterhelp: With almost 5,000 therapists in the UK already, BetterHelp can provide access to mental health professionals with a wide variety of expertise in mental health. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/f1nation.

Charles Leclerc has finally achieved his childhood dream of winning at home. The Monegasque driver produced one of his strongest weekends in Formula 1 to convert a sensational pole position into an emotional Monaco Grand Prix victory and lift his home race curse.So what does Leclerc’s win mean for his and Ferrari’s championship challenge?In the Monte Carlo paddock, Tom Clarkson is joined by Fox Sports Mexico journalist Diego Mejia to discuss just how significant this result is for the whole season, with Ferrari test driver Marc Gene telling us the secrets to Leclerc’s speed on the streets of the Principality.Also on the F1 Nation agenda: who was at fault for the huge crash between Sergio Perez and Kevin Magnussen on lap 1? Could Carlos Sainz go to Williams? Will McLaren be competitive everywhere this year? And what did Lewis Hamilton’s comments over the weekend reveal about his position at Mercedes? Plus, Alpine Team Principal Bruno Famin said there will be ‘consequences’ for Esteban Ocon after his crash with teammate Pierre Gasly - what could they be?

From the Imola paddock, Tom Clarkson is joined by Fox Sport Mexico’s Diego Mejia and Italian journalist Andrea Cremonesi to reflect on a thrilling finale to the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, as Max Verstappen held off a charging Lando Norris to win by just seven tenths of a second.How did Verstappen go from enjoying a comfortable lead to almost losing the win? Why did Norris find so much pace towards the end? Could Oscar Piastri have won the race had he not been given a three-place grid penalty? Charles Leclerc finished third, but how will Ferrari be feeling after such high expectations for their upgrades? Tom, Diego and Andrea discuss all the big talking points and the latest developments in the driver market.Plus, RB Team Principal Laurent Mekies joins the pod to discuss whether they’re now targeting Aston Martin in the Constructors’ Championship and the team make their predictions for Monaco.Book your seat at a Grand PrixExperience F1 live in Europe, Canada, the USA and around the world in 2024. Tickets are available now. Go to tickets.formula1.comMore from F1 Nation Why Fernando Alonso is staying with Aston Martin Where will race-winner Carlos Sainz be in 2025? Adrian Newey on Red Bull's 2024 car Inside Ollie Bearman's F1 debut 2025 F1 grid predictions More official F1 podcastsF1 Beyond The Grid - in-depth interviews with F1's biggest starsF1 Explains - your Formula 1 questions answered by the experts

Lando Norris' race engineer Will Joseph, and his former karting team boss Ricky Flynn, join Tom Clarkson and Damon Hill to preview the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola - a track which McLaren think will suit their newly-upgraded car.Ricky shares stories of Lando's journey from karting champion to F1 rookie to Grand Prix winner.Tom and Damon discuss how this race could define the rest of the 2024 season, Kevin Magnussen's driving in Miami and whether Mercedes can find the key to transform their fortunes Plus, Damon explains how important a driver’s relationship with their race engineer is - following the news that Charles Leclerc will no longer be with Xavi Marcos after five years together. This episode is sponsored by FactorDelicious, ready-to-eat meals. Go to factormeals.com/nation50 and use the code NATION50 to get 50% off your first box, plus 20% off your next box while your subscription is activeBook your seat at a Grand PrixExperience F1 live in Europe, Canada, the USA and around the world in 2024. Tickets are available now. Go to tickets.formula1.comMore from F1 Nation Why Fernando Alonso is staying with Aston Martin Where will race-winner Carlos Sainz be in 2025? Adrian Newey on Red Bull's 2024 car Inside Ollie Bearman's F1 debut 2025 F1 grid predictions More official F1 podcastsF1 Beyond The Grid - in-depth interviews with F1's biggest starsF1 Explains - your F1 questions answered by the experts

In Miami, Tom Clarkson, F1.com Editor Greg Stuart and F1 Explains podcast presenter Christian Hewgill discuss how far McLaren can go this season after Lando Norris’ first Grand Prix victory.McLaren CEO Zak Brown and Team Principal Andrea Stella join the team to discuss how Lando won, what it will mean for his future and the next steps in the team's development.Also up for debate: how were McLaren behind Red Bull during F1 Sprint, but able to pull away and win the race? Was this a missed opportunity for Ferrari? And were there signs of encouragement for Mercedes? Plus, F1 Academy winner Abbi Pulling tells us how she dominated the second round of the series.Watch F1 live in 2024Tickets for the US Grand Prix in Austin and the Las Vegas Grand Prix and the rest of the 2024 season are available now. Go to tickets.formula1.comMore from F1 Nation Why Fernando Alonso is staying with Aston Martin Where will race-winner Carlos Sainz be in 2025? Adrian Newey on Red Bull's 2024 car Inside Ollie Bearman's F1 debut Max? Daniel? Fernando? 2025 F1 grid predictions More official F1 podcastsF1 Beyond The Grid - in-depth interviews with F1's biggest starsF1 Explains - your F1 questions answered by the experts

Tom Clarkson, Sky Sports F1 presenter Natalie Pinkham and Motorsport-Magazin journalist Christian Menath discuss all the big talking points ahead of this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix.Adrian Newey has reportedly told Red Bull Racing he wants to leave – so what would his departure mean for the team and where would he go next? How does Nico Hulkenberg’s move to Sauber in 2025 affect the likes of Carlos Sainz, Zhou Guanyu, Valtteri Bottas and Ollie Bearman? Could we even see Kimi Antonelli in Formula 1 as early as this season?Also on the agenda: will there be more McLaren magic in Miami? Should Ferrari be concerned about the battles between Sainz and Charles Leclerc? And what can we expect from the second round of F1 Academy?Plus, Natalie and Christian go head-to-head in Quiz The Nation.Experience Formula 1 live in 2024Book tickets for Miami, Austin, Las Vegas and the rest of the season at tickets.formula1.comMore from F1 Nation Why Fernando Alonso is staying with Aston Martin Where will race-winner Carlos Sainz be in 2025? Adrian Newey on Red Bull's 2024 car Inside Ollie Bearman's F1 debut Max? Daniel? Fernando? 2025 F1 grid predictions More official F1 podcastsF1 Beyond The Grid - in-depth interviews with F1's biggest starsF1 Explains - your F1 questions answered by the experts

Was Max Verstappen’s victory at the Chinese Grand Prix his most dominant of 2024? How did Lando Norris beat the Red Bull of Sergio Perez and both Ferraris to claim P2? What did Zhou Guanyu make of his historic first home race?From the Shanghai paddock, Tom Clarkson is joined by F1 tech expert Albert Fàbrega and Mercedes reserve driver, Fred Vesti, to discuss all the big talking points from Formula 1’s first race in China since 2019.Plus, Carlos Sainz’s manager, Carlos Oñoro, gives us the latest on how the Spaniard’s search for a seat in 2025 is going and Chinese journalist Frankie Mao tells us what it meant to have F1 back in the country.More from F1 Nation Why Fernando Alonso is staying with Aston Martin Where will race-winner Carlos Sainz be in 2025? Adrian Newey on Red Bull's 2024 car Inside Ollie Bearman's F1 debut Max? Daniel? Fernando? 2025 F1 grid predictions More official F1 podcastsF1 Beyond The Grid - in-depth interviews with F1's biggest starsF1 Explains - your F1 questions answered by the expertsBook your seat at a Formula 1 Grand Prix this year at tickets.formula1.comSee the 2025 F1 calendar here

F1 is back in China for the first time since 2019, Zhou Guanyu is ready to make history in front of his home fans and it's the first F1 Sprint weekend of the season. Could the Shanghai International Circuit give Ferrari an advantage over Red Bull and McLaren? Can Mercedes recover after a challenging race in Japan? Can home hero Zhou score for Sauber? Tom Clarkson, 1996 World Champion Damon Hill and Aston Martin Ambassador Pedro de la Rosa debate all that and much more. Plus, the 2025 F1 calendar is out, and Pedro faces Damon in Quiz The Nation.This episode is brought to you by:Shopify: to take your business to the next level today, sign up for a one-pound-per-month trial period at shopify.co.uk/nationGet in touchIf you have a question for our F1 Nation experts, then send an email to [email protected] from F1 Nation Why Fernando Alonso is staying with Aston Martin Where will race-winner Carlos Sainz be in 2025? Adrian Newey on Red Bull's 2024 car Inside Ollie Bearman's F1 debut Max? Daniel? Fernando? 2025 F1 grid predictions More official F1 podcastsF1 Beyond The Grid - in-depth interviews with F1's biggest starsF1 Explains - your F1 questions answered by the expertsSee the 2025 F1 calendar hereBook your seat at a Formula 1 Grand Prix this year at tickets.formula1.com

Fernando Alonso is 'here to stay' in Formula 1 with Aston Martin. What made the double World Champion decide to continue racing with his current team? Aston Martin Ambassador Pedro de la Rosa and 1996 World Champion Damon Hill join Tom Clarkson to analyse Alonso's announcement, what it means for him, the team and the rest of the drivers searching for a 2025 race seat.Get in touchIf you have a question for our F1 Nation experts, then send an email to [email protected] from F1 Nation Adrian Newey on Red Bull's 2024 car Inside Ollie Bearman's F1 debut Max? Daniel? Fernando? 2025 F1 grid predictions More official F1 PodcastsF1 Beyond The Grid - in-depth interviews with F1's biggest starsF1 Explains - your F1 questions answered by the expertsBook your seat at a Formula 1 Grand Prix this year at tickets.formula1.com

Max Verstappen returned to winning ways with a dominant performance at the Japanese Grand Prix, leading home Sergio Perez for Red Bull’s third 1-2 finish of the season.Why did Max’s race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase tell Max ‘I told you so?’ Was Checo closer to his teammate than expected? And how did Ferrari duo Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc get the better of McLaren?From the Suzuka paddock, Tom Clarkson is joined by F1TV commentator Alex Jacques and nine-time Le Mans winner Tom Kristensen to answer all the key questions after a gripping contest at one of the most challenging circuits on the calendar.The trio also discuss how Yuki Tsunoda became the first Japanese F1 driver to score at their home race since Kamui Kobayashi in 2012 and Daniel Ricciardo’s first-lap collision with Alex Albon.Plus, McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella tells us why wins are within reach and RB reserve driver Liam Lawson answers questions about his future.This episode is sponsored by Factor - delicious, ready-to-eat meals. Go to factormeals.com/nation50 and use the code NATION50 to get 50% off your first box, plus 20% off your next box while your subscription is active Get in touchIf you have a question for our F1 Nation experts, then send an email to [email protected] More from F1 Nation Where will race-winner Carlos Sainz be in 2025? Adrian Newey on Red Bull's 2024 car Inside Ollie Bearman's F1 debut Max? Daniel? Fernando? 2025 F1 grid predictions More official F1 PodcastsF1 Beyond The Grid - in-depth interviews with F1's biggest starsF1 Explains - your F1 questions answered by the expertsBook your seat at a Formula 1 Grand Prix this year at tickets.formula1.com

After Ferrari’s 1-2 in Australia, can Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz race for the win again in Japan? Will Max Verstappen bounce back in Suzuka like he did last year? Have McLaren got the pace to beat Ferrari this season?1996 World Champion Damon Hill and Spanish journalist Jesús Balseiro join Tom Clarkson on F1 Nation to answer all the big questions ahead of the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix. Are simulator issues potentially causing Mercedes’ worst start to a season since 2012? And what does Daniel Ricciardo need to change after being outperformed by teammate Yuki Tsunoda in the first three races?Plus, Damon and Jesús go head-to-head in Quiz The Nation.Get in touchIf you have a question for our F1 Nation experts, then send us an email via [email protected] and we'll do our best to answer in an upcoming show.More from F1 Nation Adrian Newey on Red Bull's 2024 car Inside Ollie Bearman's F1 debut Max? Carlos? Fernando? 2025 F1 grid predictions More official F1 PodcastsF1 Beyond The Grid - in-depth interviews with F1's biggest starsF1 Explains - your F1 questions answered by the expertsBook your seat at a Formula 1 Grand Prix this year at tickets.formula1.comThis episode is brought to you by:Shopify: to take your business to the next level today, sign up for a one-pound-per-month trial period at shopify.co.uk/nationBetterhelp: With over 1,000 therapists in the UK, Betterhelp can provide access to mental health professionals with a wide variety of expertise in mental health. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/f1nation

No appendix. No problem. Carlos Sainz capitalised on Max Verstappen’s first DNF in two years to win the Australian Grand Prix in his first race back since having surgery for appendicitis.In the Melbourne paddock, Tom Clarkson is joined by 1996 World Champion Damon Hill and Australia’s Channel 10 Grand Prix broadcast team - Scott MacKinnon, Richard Craill, Sam Power and Tim McDonald – to discuss how Sainz made such a remarkable comeback and whether he now has the edge on Ferrari teammate, Charles Leclerc.Lando Norris claimed McLaren’s first podium of 2024 but could he have pipped Leclerc to P2? Is Daniel Ricciardo stuck in a rut after being outperformed by Yuki Tsunoda again? And were Williams right or wrong to give Logan Sargeant’s car to Alex Albon after the latter crashed his in practice?As well as the top three, you’ll hear reaction from Max Verstappen and RB Team Principal, Laurent Mekies. Plus, we discuss a double points finish for Haas and that dramatic last-lap crash for George Russell, which saw Fernando Alonso demoted to P8 with a 20-second penalty.Get in touchIf you have a question for our F1 Nation experts, then send us an email via [email protected] and we'll do our best to answer in an upcoming show.More from F1 Nation Adrian Newey on Red Bull's 2024 car Inside Ollie Bearman's F1 debut Max? Carlos? Fernando? 2025 F1 grid predictions More official F1 PodcastsF1 Beyond The Grid - in-depth interviews with F1's biggest starsF1 Explains - your F1 questions answered by the expertsBook your seat at a Formula 1 Grand Prix this year at tickets.formula1.comThis episode is brought to you by:LinkedIn: Post your job for free at linkedin.com/F1NATION. Terms and conditions apply.

What will the 2025 F1 grid look like? Who’ll be driving for Red Bull, Mercedes, Ferrari and Aston Martin? Tom Clarkson, Sky Sports’ Natalie Pinkham and L’Equipe’s Fred Ferret predict next year’s driver line-up, debating where Sergio Perez, Daniel Ricciardo, Alex Albon, Fernando Alonso, Esteban Ocon, Ollie Bearman, and Carlos Sainz will end up.Plus, who will challenge for the win and the podium this week in Melbourne, and we find out who knows the most about the Australian Grand Prix in Quiz the Nation.Hear how Oscar Piastri's feeling ahead of his home race in the latest F1 Beyond The GridBook your seat at a Formula 1 Grand Prix this year at tickets.formula1.comMore official F1 PodcastsF1 Beyond The Grid - in-depth interviews with F1's biggest starsF1 Explains - your F1 questions answered by the experts

Was Oliver Bearman's F1 debut the best ever? Max Verstappen claimed his ninth win in a row – so would he really ever consider leaving such a dominant team? How has Sergio Perez changed his mindset? In the Jeddah paddock, Tom Clarkson is joined by Alpine reserve driver Jack Doohan, Fox Sports Mexico journalist Diego Mejia, and Aston Martin driver ambassador Pedro de la Rosa to answer all the big questions from the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Jock Clear, head of the Ferrari Driver Academy, tells F1 Nation why he’s not surprised by Bearman’s performance, Pedro discusses whether Aston Martin have closed the gap to Red Bull, and Jack explains why Alpine were expecting such a slow start to the season. Plus, F1 Academy Managing Director Susie Wolff shares her verdict on a dramatic opening round of 2024.This episode is sponsored by Factor - delicious, ready-to-eat meals. Go to factormeals.com/nation50 and use the code NATION50 to get 50% off

After Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez completed a Red Bull 1-2 at the Bahrain Grand Prix, the team's Chief Technical Officer Adrian Newey drops by to talk about the RB20’s strengths and how it compares to last year’s record-breaking car.From the heart of the Bahrain paddock, Tom Clarkson is joined by 1996 World Champion, Damon Hill, and ESPN's Juan Fossaroli, to discuss what they think the competitive order of the grid is after 2024’s season-opener.You’ll hear reaction from Verstappen, Perez and third-place finisher Carlos Sainz.Also on the agenda: does Charles Leclerc need to be more ruthless with his team? Why did Mercedes’ race pace fall below expectations? Are Aston Martin and McLaren stronger now than at the end of 2023? And what's behind Alpine's slow start?This episode is brought to you by:Betterhelp: Get access to mental health professionals with a wide variety of expertise in mental health. For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/f1nation

Another extraordinary F1 season is here! F1 Nation returns to preview the new campaign and the Bahrain Grand Prix with Tom Clarkson, Damon Hill, Natalie Pinkham and Pedro de la Rosa.The team discuss who looked strong in pre-season testing and who still has work to do. Can Mercedes, Ferrari, Aston Martin and McLaren take the fight to reigning champions Red Bull and win races in 2024? What impact will the driver market have? We answer all those questions and more.Plus, which of Tom's F1 Nation teammates knows the most about the Bahrain Grand Prix? We'll find out in Quiz The Nation!Have a question you'd like our F1 Nation experts to answer on the show? Email us via [email protected] tickets.formula1.com so you can watch the unmissable start to the 2024 season live – including the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, the Australian Grand Prix and other races throughout the year.This episode is sponsored by:Shopify: Go to shopify.co.uk/nation to sign up for a one-pound per month trial period and take your business to the next level today.

It's the biggest driver move in F1 history: Lewis Hamilton will wear Ferrari red from 2025. How did it happen, and what does Lewis' move mean for Mercedes, Ferrari and the driver market?In a special episode of F1 Nation, Tom Clarkson gets the inside story of Ferrari's long pursuit of Hamilton from F1 Correspondent and Presenter Lawrence Barretto, who explains why the Scuderia succeeded this time. Journalist Roberto Chinchero gives us reaction from Italy. Former Ferrari race engineer Rob Smedley explains what awaits the 7-time World Champion when he arrives in Maranello.Head to F1.com for more features and analysis of Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari

He’s driven some incredible races and broken records in an amazing car this year, but ask Max Verstappen what he’ll remember most about 2023 and he says something different. The triple World Champion made more history in Abu Dhabi. He and Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner reflect on a dominant weekend and their stunning season.Tom Clarkson has 1996 champ Damon Hill and Aston Martin ambassador Pedro de la Rosa alongside him in the Yas Marina Paddock to review a race where crucial championship positions were decided for teams and drivers. After securing P2 in the Constructor’s Championship, Toto Wolff explains how Mercedes are remembering history as they plan to improve in 2024.Aston Martin’s Lance Stroll looks forward to a safer winter than he had last year. Lando Norris tells us what McLaren need to change about their car for 2024. Williams’ Alex Albon opens up on why 2023 was so important for him personally, and the team’s new Chief Technical Officer Pat Fry assesses if Williams have what they need to take another step forward. Plus, we say farewell to Franz Tost at AlphaTauri, and congratulations to the winner of our F1 Fantasy leagueThis episode is sponsored by: Shopify: sign up for a one-pound-per-month trial period at shopify.co.uk/ nationUncommon Goods: to get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/NATION

High-speed overtakes, three different leaders, two safety cars, but only one winner. The streets of Las Vegas gave us one of the most thrilling races of 2023, as Max Verstappen overcame a five-second penalty to take his 18th win of the season. From the heart of the Vegas paddock, Tom Clarkson is joined by Damon Hill and Natalie Pinkham to discuss Verstappen's victory, why polesitter Charles Leclerc missed out on the win and what the future holds for Sergio Perez after securing P2 in the Drivers' Championship. Just four points now separate Mercedes and Ferrari in the Constructors’ Championship battle for P2, so Ferrari ambassador Marc Gené and Mercedes’ Technical Director James Allison drop by to share their thoughts on who will come out on top at the final race of the season in Abu Dhabi. Plus, you’ll hear from Esteban Ocon after his mega drive from P16 to P4, and Aston Martin Performance Director, Tom McCullough, on Lance Stroll’s incredible comeback from P19 to P5.This episode is sponsored by: Uncommon Goods: to get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/NATION. Don’t miss out on this limited time offer!

Whether it’s the impact of cold temperatures on tyres, the challenges of racing round a completely new track, or which teams are likely to be setting the pace, our expert analyst, Pedro de la Rosa, tells you everything you need to know ahead of this weekend’s Las Vegas Grand Prix.The former McLaren driver and Aston Martin Ambassador joins Tom Clarkson on F1 Nation to discuss all the big talking points as Formula 1 makes an eagerly-anticipated return to the city for the first time in 41 years.Plus, from a star-studded opening ceremony to a wedding chapel in the paddock, Las Vegas GP CEO, Renee Wilm, talks about the mesmerising sights and sounds fans can expect to experience away from the racing.This episode is sponsored by: Shopify: sign up for a one-pound-per-month trial period at shopify.co.uk/nationeBay Motors: keep your ride alive at ebaymotors.com

Max Verstappen dominated the weekend in Sao Paulo, winning Saturday's F1 Sprint and taking a 17th Grand Prix victory of the season. Lando Norris took his seventh podium of 2023, and Fernando Alonso edged Sergio Perez to P3 by 53 thousandths of a second in a nail-biting finish across the line.From the heart of the Interlagos paddock, Tom Clarkson is joined by L’Equipe journalist, Fred Ferret, and newly-crowned Formula 3 champion, Gabriel Bortoletto, to discuss the São Paulo Grand Prix in Brazil.You’ll hear reaction from both Alonso and Norris, while Aston Martin Team Principal, Mike Krack, Mercedes’ Technical Director, James Allison, and Carlos Sainz all drop by for a post-race debrief.For in-depth interviews with F1's biggest stars, listen to F1 Beyond The Grid. To hear F1 experts explore how the sport really works, check out F1 Explains.This episode is sponsored by: BetterHelp: our listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com /f1nation.Uncommon Goods: to get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/NATION

Max Verstappen claimed a record-breaking 16th victory of the season, Sergio Perez crashed out, Lewis Hamilton produced a tyre management masterclass to take second, Lando Norris completed a mega comeback from P17 to P5, and Daniel Ricciardo secured his first points since returning to F1.The Mexico City Grand Prix certainly lived up to expectations. Tom Clarkson is joined by Natalie Pinkham and former Sauber and Haas driver, and current Mercedes Ambassador, Esteban Gutiérrez, to dissect the main talking points from inside the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez paddock.You’ll also hear reaction from Verstappen, Perez, Hamilton, Ricciardo, Charles Leclerc, McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella and Aston Martin Performance Director, Tom McCullough.Play F1 Fantasy and join the F1 Nation World Championship to compete against us and other listeners. Go to F1.com/fantasy to sign up for free.

Max Verstappen reached a half century of victories in Formula 1, both Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc were disqualified due to a technical infringement on their cars, and Marta García became the inaugural F1 Academy champion.Austin had it all. Tom Clarkson is joined by Damon Hill and Tim Mayer, Chairman of the FIA stewards, to reflect on a thrilling weekend of action at the United States Grand Prix.The trio assess one of Max’s most hard-fought victories, what positives Mercedes can take from their improvements despite Hamilton losing his P2, another McLaren podium and an eventful race for Aston Martin.As well as Verstappen, you’ll hear from George Russell, Pierre Gasly, Alex Albon, Valtteri Bottas and Haas Team Principal, Guenther Steiner.Plus, Tom speaks to Marta García to find out what the Spaniard’s F1 Academy success means for her future.Play F1 Fantasy and join the F1 Nation World Championship to compete against us and other listeners. Go to F1.com/fantasy to sign up for free.

Max Verstappen’s best win? His most satisfying qualifying? The race he felt most pressure in?Ahead of the US Grand Prix in Austin this weekend, Tom Clarkson and Damon Hill discuss the standout moments from the triple World Champion’s record-breaking season so far.Mercedes Technical Director, James Allison, joins the pod to share how the team are bouncing back from the collision between Lewis Hamilton and George Russell in Qatar.Also on the agenda: Daniel Ricciardo’s return for AlphaTauri at the Circuit of the Americas, the title-deciding final round of F1 Academy, and we hear from US Grand Prix race promoter Bobby Epstein.Play F1 Fantasy and join the F1 Nation World Championship to compete against us and other listeners. Go to F1.com/fantasy to sign up for free.This episode is sponsored by: Shopify: sign up for a one-pound-per-month trial period at shopify.co.uk/nationeBay Motors: keep your ride alive at ebaymotors.com

Sir Jack Brabham, Sir Jackie Stewart, Nelson Piquet, Niki Lauda, Ayrton Senna, and now, Max Verstappen. The Dutchman joins an elite club of triple Formula 1 World Champions after wrapping up his third title in a row at the Qatar Grand Prix.From the heart of the paddock at the Lusail International Circuit, Tom Clarkson is joined by Sam Power, from Channel 10 in Australia, and Aston Martin Driver Ambassador, Jessica Hawkins, to reflect on the standout moments from Max’s latest triumph.Verstappen tells Tom where this title ranks among his others, whilst we also hear from his manager Raymond Vermeulen and Red Bull Team Principal, Christian Horner.F1 Sprint winner Oscar Piastri joins the pod after McLaren’s best weekend of the season and we discuss the first-corner collision between Mercedes teammates Lewis Hamilton and George Russell.

Max Verstappen has the chance to make even more history in Qatar, by becoming the first driver to be crowned World Champion in an F1 Sprint race.Tom Clarkson, Natalie Pinkham and Pedro de la Rosa explain how the Dutchman can wrap up his third title this weekend.The trio also discuss whether Max will help his teammate Sergio Perez finish second in the driver standings, the competition between George Russell and Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes, and which teams can take the fight to Red Bull in 2024.This episode is sponsored by: BetterHelp: visit betterhelp.com/f1nation today to get 10% off your first month

Last week, Max Verstappen told F1 Nation he wanted to win the Japanese Grand Prix by 20 seconds after his struggles in Singapore.He may have been a few tenths off that target but the Dutchman was back to his very best in Suzuka and dominated the whole weekend as Red Bull became World Champions again.Tom Clarkson, Natalie Pinkham and Damon Hill are joined by Team Principal, Christian Horner, and Sporting Director, Jonathan Wheatley, to reflect on their sixth Constructors’ title.“We’re coming for Red Bull.” Those were the words of Lando Norris in P2, after McLaren secured their best result of the season with Oscar Piastri claiming his first podium in Formula 1. Team Principal Andrea Stella joins the pod to discuss their remarkable progress this year.As well as the top three, you’ll also hear from Aston Martin boss, Mike Krack, Mercedes’ Communications Director, Bradley Lord, and Alpine’s Esteban Ocon.This episode is sponsored by: BetterHelp: visit betterhelp.com/f1nation today to get 10% off your first month

Carlos Sainz produced a tactical masterclass to stop Mercedes snatching victory from him in a gripping finale to the Singapore Grand Prix. From the heart of the Marina Bay paddock, Tom Clarkson is joined by former McLaren driver, Pedro de la Rosa, and German Formula 1 reporter, Silja Rulle, to dissect Sainz’s sensational strategy and what this win means for Ferrari.Should McLaren or Mercedes have been on the top step of the podium? Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton share their thoughts on a dramatic final few laps and whether they really had any chance of overtaking the Spaniard. Red Bull’s 100% record in 2023 is over. Why did they struggle so much in Singapore? Max Verstappen drops by to let us know how he’s feeling after missing out on a podium for the first time this year and the Dutchman sends a powerful warning to his rivals ahead of Suzuka.You'll also hear from George Russell, Oscar Piastri, and Liam Lawson after securing his first ever points in Formula 1.This episode is sponsored by Shopify: sign up for a one-pound-per-month trial period at shopify.co.uk/nation

Will Red Bull struggle round the streets of Singapore? Or are Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez both playing mind games by saying they’ll find the Marina Bay circuit more difficult than previous races?Does Charles Leclerc need to reassert himself at Ferrari after being outperformed by teammate Carlos Sainz in Monza? Will Fernando Alonso be back on the podium for the eighth time this season? Can McLaren and Mercedes get back to the front after losing some momentum?Tom Clarkson and Natalie Pinkham dissect all the big talking points ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix.Plus, 10-time Grand Prix winner Gerhard Berger tells Tom why Max Verstappen reminds him of his former McLaren teammate and close friend, Ayrton Senna, and the Austrian answers your questions in Ask The Nation.To have your question answered on a future episode, send a voice note or an email to [email protected]

From the heart of the Monza paddock, Tom Clarkson is joined by Italian F1 journalist, Roberto Chinchero, and Spanish F1 writer for Diario AS, Jesús Balseiro, to reflect on Max Verstappen’s record-breaking 10th Grand Prix victory in a row.Verstappen and Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner react to another triumphant weekend for the reigning World Champions, whilst Ferrari duo Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc share their thoughts on an epic battle for the final podium place in front of the adoring Tifosi.Will Lewis Hamilton still be on Oscar Piastri’s Christmas card list after their collision? The Australian gives his verdict on the incident that cost him a points finish and whether he can still take positives from the weekend.Plus, you’ll also hear from Sergio Perez, McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella, Alfa Romeo’s Zhou Guanyu, and Williams Team Principal James Vowles.This episode is sponsored by: AG1: If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/F1NATION. BetterHelp: get a break from your thoughts, with BetterHelp. Visit betterhelp.com/f1nation today to get 10% off your first month.

Torrential rain at the start, a safety car, more torrential rain, a red flag… Nothing was going to stop Max Verstappen winning his home race for the third year in a row and equalling the all-time record of nine consecutive wins in a season, set by Sebastian Vettel in 2013.So how many more is the pending triple World Champion going to add to his streak in 2023? Tom Clarkson is joined by Christian Menath, from Motorsport Magazin in Germany, and Brazilian F1 journalist, Julianne Cerasoli, to dissect how the Dutchman overcame so many obstacles on his way to victory.Who got their strategy right and who made mistakes at Zandvoort? We reflect on huge results for Aston Martin and Alpine, with Fernando Alonso and Pierre Gasly on the podium, and we assess the decision-making of McLaren and Mercedes.As well as the top three, you’ll hear reaction from Max’s manager, Raymond Vermeulen, and the Ferrari duo of Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc.This episode is sponsored by: Philips OneBlade: if you live life at F1 speeds, you need the Philips OneBlade. Available at bol.com and Kruidvat.

It’s race week again! The 2023 Formula 1 season returns after the summer break with a trip to Zandvoort for the Dutch Grand Prix. Will Max Verstappen match Sebastian Vettel’s record of nine consecutive wins in front of his home fans? What other history can he and Red Bull still create this season?Tom Clarkson is joined by 1996 World Champion, Damon Hill, and former McLaren driver and current Aston Martin Team Ambassador, Pedro de la Rosa, to discuss Max’s homecoming and which drivers have a point to prove in the second half of the season.Plus, Damon and Pedro explain how they individually “revolutionised” pit stops in Ask The Nation.To have your question answered on a future episode, send a voice note or an email to [email protected] out F1 Nation’s 2023 summer specials…Quiz of the season so farAsk The Nation This episode is sponsored by: AG1: if a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then try AG1 and get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/F1NATION.NordVPN: get your Exclusive NordVPN deal at nordvpn.com/f1nation. It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee

F1 teams and drivers may be taking a summer break but fear not, F1 Nation is still here for your weekly Formula 1 fix. In this episode, Tom Clarkson, Natalie Pinkham and 1996 World Champion, Damon Hill, answer your questions about F1. Will Red Bull complete a clean sweep this season? Who can stop their record-breaking winning streak? Which team has made the most progress in 2023? Who will be Brazil’s next Formula 1 star? What’s it like to work at the pinnacle of motorsport? All those questions are put to the team, plus a few to test Damon’s memory of his career… To have your question answered on a future episode, send a voice note or an email to [email protected]. Don’t forget to check out F1 Beyond The Grid – where Formula 1's fastest stars slow down and open up to Tom Clarkson, sharing untold stories and unrivalled insight. Got a question about how F1 works? Katie Osborne and Christian Hewgill might have the answer…This episode is sponsored by: Shopify: sign up for a one-pound-per-month trial period at shopify.co.uk/nation Factor: head to factormeals.com/nation50 and use code nation50 to get 50% off

Mystery Team Radio messages. Drivers, slowed-down. Big numbers. Big drama. Natalie Pinkham and 1996 F1 World Champion Damon Hill go head-to-head in the first F1 Nation quiz. Question master Tom Clarkson tests Natalie and Damon's memories of 2023, their F1 knowledge and skills they never knew they had. You can play along too! Who will be crowned F1 Nation Quiz Champion?This episode is sponsored by: BetterHelp: visit BetterHelp dot com slash f1nation today to get 10% off your first month.NordVPN: get your Exclusive NordVPN deal at nordvpn.com/f1nation. It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee

F1 is witnessing greatness. ‘Max has got this burning desire’, says Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner after another emphatic Verstappen victory in Belgium. Tom Clarkson, Natalie Pinkham and Erik van Haren reflect on Red Bull winning the first 12 races of 2023 and explore Verstappen’s ‘must-win’ mentality. ‘Being 2nd behind Max is like a win’ says the team’s Motorsport Advisor Helmut Marko as he hails Sergio Perez.After a great weekend for Oscar Piastri and a remarkable recovery drive from Lando Norris, we reflect on McLaren’s season so far and get a few words from Lando’s dad. Interim Team Principal of Alpine, Bruno Famin, explains the big leadership changes at the team and celebrates a good weekend on-track for Gasly and Ocon.Plus, we debrief with Ferrari’s Fred Vasseur after Charles Leclerc’s return to the podium, Aston Martin’s Mike Krack tells us how he’s feeling after a double points finish, and Yuki Tsunoda reveals his cocktail of choice after scoring points with AlphaTauri.

A broken record. A broken trophy. An unbreakable winning streak? Red Bull won their 12th consecutive Grand Prix in Budapest. Tom Clarkson, Lee McKenzie and Juan Fossaroli dive into the post-race celebrations to round up the Hungarian Grand Prix.At Red Bull, Jos Verstappen, Max’s father, explains why ‘focus’ is the key to his son’s ‘unbelievable’ season. Team Principal Christian Horner reflects on Max v Lewis at the race start and reveals how much damage was done to Verstappen’s winners’ trophy during the podium celebrations. Chief Technical Officer Adrian Newey talks about beating the all-time consecutive win record. After an important podium for Sergio Perez, we talk about his future at Red Bull.There’s reaction from a happy McLaren CEO Zak Brown after another Lando Norris podium and top 5 finish for Oscar Piastri. Could Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton have made the podium after his stunning pole position? How costly is a double retirement for Alpine? Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur says the team ‘made mistakes’ in Budapest. Plus, what’s behind Aston Martin’s drop in performance?Play F1 Fantasy with F1 Nation for free. Search for the game, pick your team, then join the F1 Nation World Championship. Send your emails and questions about the 2023 F1 season to [email protected]

How did Daniel Ricciardo’s F1 comeback happen? When and where was the decision made? Who called Nyck De Vries to tell him he’d lost his seat at AlphaTauri? What are Daniel’s long-term goals in F1? Red Bull Racing Team Principal Christian Horner joins F1 Nation to give us the full inside story.Tom Clarkson and two Hungarian Grand Prix experts – two-time winner Damon Hill and podium finisher Pedro de la Rosa – discuss Ricciardo’s return and what it means for him, the outgoing Nyck De Vries, Red Bull driver Sergio Perez and AlphaTauri’s Yuki Tsunoda.Plus, after Lando Norris’ stunning Silverstone podium, the team ask if McLaren can challenge Red Bull again. Will Ferrari, Aston Martin or Mercedes have a better chance around the twisting, technical Hungaroring?Hear more from Daniel Ricciardo on F1.com and the F1 app.For more F1 podcasts, search for F1 Beyond The Grid and Formula Why.This episode is sponsored by Factor: head to factormeals.com/nation50 and use code nation50 to get 50% off

Two British drivers on the podium. A record-equalling 11th straight win for Red Bull. The 2023 British Grand Prix will go down in history. Max Verstappen took his sixth win in a row at Silverstone, but McLaren stole the headlines with Lando Norris' first home podium and Oscar Piastri’s best F1 finish.In the heart of the F1 Paddock, Tom Clarkson is joined by Natalie Pinkham and French F1 journalist Jérémy Satis to dissect a thrilling weekend of racing. They speak to Lando’s dad, Adam, and Piastri’s manager, Mark Webber, after a very special day for the papaya team. Norris and third-placed Lewis Hamilton share their thoughts on a gripping battle for P2, whilst you’ll also hear from Verstappen, Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner, Williams’ Alex Albon, 13-time Grand Prix winner David Coulthard, Formula 1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali, Mercedes' trackside engineering director Andrew Shovlin, Ferrari test driver Marc Gene and 1995 British Grand Prix winner, Johnny Herbert.Play F1 Fantasy and join the F1 Nation World Championship to compete against us and other listeners. Go to F1.com/fantasy to sign up for free.Hear more from Lando Norris on why he loves Silverstone, how he deals with fame and criticism, and what kind of dad he hopes to be in the future, in his recent F1 Beyond The Grid interview This episode is sponsored by AG1: If a comprehensive solution is what you need from your supplement routine, then try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Go to drinkAG1.com/F1NATION.

Austrian Grand Prix? Completed it! Max Verstappen took maximum points at the Red Bull Ring by winning the Sprint Race on Saturday, the 71-lap contest on Sunday and the extra point for fastest lap. The Dutchman’s perfect weekend extends his Championship lead over teammate Sergio Perez to 81 points.Tom Clarkson is joined by Diego Mejia from Fox Sports Mexico and Bild’s Silja Rulle to dissect a thrilling weekend of action that had track limits drama, gripping wheel-to-wheel racing, wet conditions and Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc back on the podium.As well as reaction from both Red Bull drivers and their Chief Technical Officer Adrian Newey, you’ll hear from McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella on Lando Norris’s P4, Alpine Team Principal Otmar Szafnauer, Williams’ Alex Albon and former Austrian F1 driver Alex Wurz.Play F1 Fantasy and join the F1 Nation World Championship to compete against us and other listeners. Go to F1.com/fantasy to sign up for free.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp: visit betterhelp.com/f1nation today to get 10% off your first month