Paddock Pass Podcast

2023 MotoGP is back! Round nine at Silverstone coming up and we connect with Britain’s leading Moto3 hope, Scott Ogden, from his base in Spain ahead of a second home Grand Prix, chat the latest news (just before the Morbidelli and Rins confirmations!) and reflect on one of the longest, fastest and most technical circuits on the calendar.

Exclusive words from Dorna’s Sporting Director Carlos Ezpeleta on all the factors and fabrics that go into a MotoGP world championship calendar and journey. Adam, David and Neil also talk about circuits and places MotoGP should be, some that might face the chop and the importance of the fan experience

On today's pod Steve and Gordo disect the action from Imola and Round 7 of the 2023 Superbike World Championship

This week we feature exclusive interviews with new title pretender Marco Bezzecchi and 2020 world champion Joan Mir, discuss some of the news topics around the championship and answer some of your questions.

An exclusive interview with the man that could shape the way and the means of watching and absorbing MotoGP in the future. Hear what Dorna CCO Dan Rossomondo had to tell us about his impressions as well as a potential vision and direction of the sport.

On today's Paddock Pass Podcast Steve and Gordo look back at the UK Round of the 2023 Superbike World Championship. We're joined on the show by the reigning WorldSBK champion Alvaro Bautista with the Ducati star giving us his thoughts on his recent MotoGP test as well as the lie of the land in WorldSBK

MotoGP get bashed by freaky Dutch sunshine, a bumper Assen crowd and the two ‘B’s: Bagnaia and Bezzecchi but there was also much, much more to talk about from round eight of the season. Jump in with us on the latest episode of the show.

The TT Circuit Assen was a former happy hunting ground for CryptoDATA RNF MotoGP Team Manager Wilco Zeelenberg and the Dutchman not only talks about round eight of the series but also some of the topics surround MotoGP on the edge of the summer break.

From the confines of a barn deep in eastern Germany, Adam, David and Neil ask whether Jorge Martin could be #1, did Marquez and Honda’s happy hunting ground become a wasteland and if there is room for Pedro. Also delighted to chat to Ayumu Sasaki on this show! #MotoGP #paddockpasspod

The CryptoDATA RNF MotoGP Team, Raul Fernandez and Miguel Oliveira cannot go racing without their Crew Chiefs! So who are Noe and Giovanni, what is their job all about and what do they think of the state of MotoGP? Listen to the latest 'RNF Unlocked' podcast, recorded at Sachsenring

Adam, David and Neil chew over their talking points and ‘Winners and Losers’ from Mugello, speak exclusively to Darryn Binder and offer their thoughts and picks for the Motorrad Grand Prix Deutschland this weekend at Sachsenring. Thanks to Renthal (get all the components you need for your road bike at www.renthal.com) and Husqvarna Motorcycles (www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com) for their help in backing the show.

Steve and Gordo get you the latest news from the WorldSBK paddock after the recent round at Misano. Today's show was recorded in the Isle of Man TT media centre and as a result the sound is not perfect but as ever the insight is top notch as we talk about Toprak's move to BMW, Ducati dominance and what the future holds on the rider market for 2024

The latest 'RNF Unlocked' show where the MotoGP team management discuss the three-week pause in the world championship, recovering riders, replacing riders and searching again for momentum. Get behind-the-scenes insight direct from the Grand Prix paddock with this unique series!

Opinions on Mugello ahead of MotoGP round six, latest news and a special Renthal Street Sessions interview with former BBC MotoGP and Eurosport WorldSBK presenter (as well as author) Matthew Roberts on his career, working with riders and the situation for Brits in Grand Prix. Thanks to Renthal Street. Photo by KTM/Polarity Photo

The Isle of Man TT is one of the biggest events on the motorcycle racing calendar and as ever the Paddock Pass Podcast will be there! For our preview episode we've drafted in former MotoGP photographer and the world renowned TT snapper Tony Goldsmith to help Steve preview the action for the next two weeks

A super-exclusive and rare 1-1 recorded in the Ducati factory with CEO Claudio Domenicali on the company, the future, MotoGP, MotoE and more as the guys also talk about the latest news and issues in Grand Prix and WorldSBK

Digesting and spouting forth news, views and opinions from the SHARK Grand Prix de France in Le Mans that featured more controversial action, a record-breaking attendance and plenty more talking points. This show also has exclusive reactions from Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola and GASGAS Factory Racing Tech3 Team Manager Nicolas Goyon

Show three of the 'RNF Unlocked' podcast this year and candid views from the leading MotoGP satellite team on injuries, replacements, adversity and more as the world championship reaches a 1000th fixture at Le Mans for round five of the current campaign.

As ever on The Paddock Pass Podcast we get you up to speed with the latest news from motorcycling! After the recent Catalan WorldSBK Round Steve English and Gordon Ritchie analyse the action and the latest news from the paddock!

The guys tuck into their like or dislike of Le Mans ahead of round five of 2023 MotoGP, chat about the imminent new era of MotoE - with an exclusive interview with series Executive Director Nicolas Goubert - give a few news updates, answer your questions and drop a pin on the page for their race winning predictions!

The Jerez Hit! Dodgy decisions, carnage, KTM’s charge, Perfect Pecco, Lowes lusciousness, Ladies’ racing and much more to discuss from the Spanish Grand Prix as Adam, David and Neil give you their thoughts from the Monday morning test in Jerez. Interviews also with Ducati’s Paolo Ciabatti and KTM’s Francesco Guidotti

The third round of the 2023 Superbike World Championship saw the paddock head to the Netherlands and the famous Assen TT Circuit. Alvaro Bautista is the man to beat again this year but what did Steve English and Gordon Ritchie think of the racing? We also have a preview to the upcoming Catalan Round

Neil and Adam are joined by RNF Team Manager Wilco Zeelenberg and Paolo Bonora, Race Manager of Aprilia Racing, to discuss Aprilia's improvements in 2023, why the factory moved to create a Satellite team and how the factory and team are managing so far.

Ahead of the 2023 Spanish Grand Prix at Jerez, Adam, David and Neil host a talk about the revered Andaluce circuit, speak to Dorna Sports’ Sergi Sendra about the rise and might of MotoGP TV production, catch up with Peter Bom for his latest technical insight and try to work out who might own round four!

After a seven week break WorldSBK is back in action this weekend and Steve and Gordo are here to get you up to speed ahead of Round 3 of the 2023 World Championship

The Paddock Pass Podcast team bring you up to date after the Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas. While doing their best to avoid being attacked by cockroaches Adam Wheeler, David Emmett and Neil Morrison look at some of the main talking points ahead of the COTA weekend. We have interviews with Christophe "Beefy" Bourguignon and Lin Jarvis

A brand new Podcast production see the Paddock Pass Podcast crew linking up with the CryptoDATA RNF MotoGP Team to discuss topical themes, news and insight from one of the top satellite outfits from the last few seasons in MotoGP. Join us for first taste of this unique series

Looking ahead to the third round of the 2023 MotoGP World Champiosnip - the Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas. Adam Wheeler, David Emmett and Neil Morrison look at some of the main talking points ahead of the COTA weekend, have a quick quiz and Herve Poncharal joins us to give us an update on the GasGas squad

Looking back at round two of 2023 MotoGP - the Gran Premio Michelin de la Republica Argentina - and identifying the talking points, our 'moment's, the 'Winners and Losers' and other chewable subjects in the sport over the last week

The first race of the 2023 MotoGP Championship sees us in Portimão for the Portuguese GP, and our first glimpse of the new sprint race format instituted in the premier class. On the mics, we have Steve English, Adam Wheeler, Neil Morrison, and David Emmett as they unpack the race weekend, and we also have a short interview with KTM's Sebastian Risse. It's a great show - give it a listen! Many thanks to Renthal Street & KTM for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

MotoGP commentator and pitlane reporter Simon Crafar joins our usual cast of David Emmett, Steve English, Neil Morrison and Adam Wheeler as they preview the 2023 MotoGP Championship season, which starts this weekend at Portimão. Many thanks to Renthal Street & KTM for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

Wrapping up MotoGP's pre-season test in Portugal, Steve English, David Emmett, Neil Morrison, and Adam Wheeler are on the mics this weeks talking about the results from the MotoGP testing sessions at Portimão. The 2023 season is almost upon us, so get up to speed with this latest episode from the Paddock Pass Podcast! Many thanks to Renthal Street for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

Adam and Neil talk about their visit to the 2023 GASGAS Factory Racing MotoGP team launch just outside of Barcelona and some of the themes surrounding the new brand. With quotes and input from Pol Espargaro, Augusto Fernandez, Herve Poncharal and Pit Beirer

Steve English and Gordon Ritchie are on the mics, talking about the Indonesia round for WorldSBK, which had plenty of action under uncertain conditions Many thanks to Renthal for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

Steve English and Gordon Ritchie are on the mics, looking back at the WorldSBK season-opener at Phillip Island, as well as previewing for us the upcoming Indonesia round. Many thanks to FLY Racing and Renthal for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

In this episode, Adam and Neil sit down and talk about the Repsol Honda MotoGP team launch in Spain. Talking to the riders and the HRC team members, the guys have some interesting insights into Honda's 2023 season. You won't want to miss this show! Many thanks to Renthal Street for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

In this episode, Adam, David, Steve, and Neil sit to discuss the first MotoGP test of the year, in Malaysia. With David having his boots on the ground at Sepang, the guys are able to provide a keen insight into how the 2023 season is shaping up. You won't want to miss this show! Many thanks to Renthal Street for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

Steve English and Gordon Ritchie are on the mics, getting us ready for the start of the 2023 WorldSBK Championship by looking at the testing progress of the teams in the off-season. Many thanks to FLY Racing and Renthal for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

In this episode, David, Steve, and Neil are joined by special guest Peter Bom as they look ahead to the MotoGP test in Sepang. Many thanks to Renthal Street for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

In this episode, Adam, David, Steve, and Neil sit down to spill their secrets on how to travel to MotoGP races, which venues are the best to attend, and which tracks are ones to avoid for spectating. If you're planning on attending a MotoGP race this year, then you definitely want to hear their travel tips and tricks of trade. Many thanks to Renthal Street for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

In this episode, Adam, David, and Neil are live from the Ducati MotoGP and WorldSBK team launches. Discussing the finer points of what Ducati's MotoGP season is going to look like in 2023, the guys are also joined by Ducati Corse's Paolo Ciabatti, who gives his insights for his plans next season. You don't want to miss this show! Many thanks to Renthal Street for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

In this episode, Adam, David, Neil, and Steve are joined by motocross/supercross star Chad Reed, as they discuss the anticipation building up before the start of the 2023 MotoGP season. Chad gives the guys some of his inside perspective as a motorcycle champion, and offer his deep knowledge of the sport as both a fan and as a friend to many riders in the grand prix paddock. It's a fascinating conversation, and surely one that you won't want to miss. Many thanks to Renthal Street for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

Our first MotoGP podcast of the year sees the Paddock Pass Podcast crew saying goodbye to a colleague and friend: MotoGP photographer Andrew Wheeler, who passed away far too early in this world. Andrew captured the pageantry of the MotoGP paddock unlike any other photographer in the business, and we will miss not only his art, but also his sense of humor, fine hand in the kitchen, and larger-than-life personality. He will be missed. Many thanks to Renthal Street for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

Steve English and Gordon Ritchie are on the mics, looking back at the 2022 WorldSBK season. This isn't a proper season review though, as the guy's mainly discuss what the various superbike teams need to take the next step in 2023, with short interviews with each of the main factory teams. Many thanks to FLY Racing and Renthal for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

Happy Holidays from the Paddock Pass Podcast crew. For our final episode of 2022, we are looking back at the MotoGP season with some of our top memories and moments. As such, Adam, David, and Neil also hand-out some awards to those riders and teams that stood out, and give "gifts" from our Santa's sack for those who need them in 2023. Enjoy! Many thanks to FLY Racing and Renthal Street for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

We continue where we left off last week, with David Emmett sitting down with crew chief and journalist Peter Bom to debrief on the results and progress of the MotoGP teams and riders. In Part 2 of this interview, the guys talk about Suzuki, Yamaha, and Repsol Honda (and a little KTM) - as the three brands struggled the most during the 2022 season. Topics include why it's a great loss to see Suzuki leaving the paddock; where the Yamaha is strong and why it's weak; and the disaster unfolding behind the scenes at HRC and what that could mean for Marc Marquez. You won't want to miss the insights that Peter brings to the table and his discussion with David about these topics. Many thanks to FLY Racing and Renthal Street for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

The title says it all - in this episode, David Emmett sits down with crew chief and journalist Peter Bom to debrief on the results and progress of the MotoGP teams and riders. We broke this interview down into two parts, with this week's installment focusing on Ducati, Yamaha, and Aprilia. Tune in next week for some more of Peter's excellent insights. Many thanks to FLY Racing and Renthal Street for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

Steve English and Gordon Ritchie are on the mics, talking about the final WorldSBK round of the 2022 season: Phillip Island. The guys are joined at the beginning of the show by Italian journalist Carlo Baldi, who sheds some insight behind the curtain of Ducati's return to Superbike glory. Paul Denning also joins in the middle of the show, with an extensive interview with Steve English, giving his insight as a top team manager and keen businessman within the paddock. Both gentlemen bring tremendous insight to the show, so you won't want to miss what they have to say. Many thanks to FLY Racing and Renthal for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

In this episode, Steve English, Gordon Ritchie, and Charlie Hiscott sit down to discuss the endgame of the 2022 WorldSBK Championship. The guys discuss Alvaro Bautista winning the rider's championship, and the unstoppable nature of the Ducati Panigale V4 R. They also talk about Toprak Razgatlıoğlu, and how he fought to retain his SBK crown. We finish the show talking to Jonathan Rea, as part of our Renthal Street Sessions series, which you won't want to miss. Many thanks to FLY Racing and Renthal for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG

"The Decider" has been decided, and Pecco Bagnaia and Ducati Corse stand on the top step of the 2022 MotoGP Championship. To unpack all the action from the Valencia GP, we have our usual trio of Adam Wheeler, David Emmett, and Neil Morrison on the microphones in Spain. The guys discuss the battle on track between Bagnaia and Quartararo; the final goodbye to Suzuki Racing; and what happened in the lower classes. The show of course ends with their winners and losers. Give it a listen! Many thanks to FLY Racing and Renthal Street for sponsoring this episode, and helping the podcast produce content each week. Support us on Patreon: aspha.lt/2FFYC46 Follow us on Twitter: aspha.lt/3iMTIAQ Follow us on Facebook: aspha.lt/32AUvPG