
The Late Braking F1 Podcast
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Ep 6122025 Las Vegas GP Race Review
Whew! Las Vegas certainly delivered a thriller, both before and long after the chequered flag. The LB boys break down all the action from the Turn 1 chaos to Antonelli’s bold strategy, plus of course, the double disqualification that has reshaped the title fight… buckle up! NOTE: As mentioned at the top of the episode, the main race review was recorded before the news of the double DSQ broke. We kick things off by catching you up on all of that, but please keep this in mind later in the episode. Thanks for bearing with us! Want more Late Braking? Support the show on Patreon and get: Ad-free listening Full-length bonus episodes Power Rankings after every race Historical race reviews & more exclusive extras! Give the 'gift' of Late Braking this holiday period with a Patreon gift subscription, and your favourite F1 fan can enjoy anywhere from 1 month up to a full year of top-notch F1 content! https://www.patreon.com/latebrakingf1/gift Connect with Late Braking: You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok Come hang out with us and thousands of fellow F1 fans in our Discord server and get involved in lively everyday & race weekend chats! Think you can beat us? Join our F1 Fantasy League and prove it! Get in touch any time at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025 Las Vegas GP Race Review
2025 Las Vegas GP Qualifying Review

Ep 6112025 Las Vegas GP Qualifying Review
Las Vegas delivered a showstopping wet qualifying session, with treacherous conditions that saw some drivers thrive while others floundered. Ben and Sam break down all the drama, from the wildly contrasting fortunes between various teammates to a questionable tyre gamble, and assess how the title rivals fared ahead of tomorrow's race... Want more Late Braking? Support the show on Patreon and get: Ad-free listening Full-length bonus episodes Power Rankings after every race Historical race reviews & more exclusive extras! Give the 'gift' of Late Braking this holiday period with a Patreon gift subscription, and your favourite F1 fan can enjoy anywhere from 1 month up to a full year of top-notch F1 content! https://www.patreon.com/latebrakingf1/gift Connect with Late Braking: You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok Come hang out with us and thousands of fellow F1 fans in our Discord server and get involved in lively everyday & race weekend chats! Think you can beat us? Join our F1 Fantasy League and prove it! Get in touch any time at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Has McLaren Finally Solved Its Vegas Weakness? | 2025 Las Vegas GP Preview

Ep 610Has McLaren Finally Solved Its Vegas Weakness? | 2025 Las Vegas GP Preview
We’re off to Sin City, where the lights are bright but McLaren’s fortunes usually aren’t. The LB boys break down the unique challenge of this desert street track, asking whether McLaren have finally shaken off their Vegas curse or if this is the one circuit that plays perfectly into a rival’s hands. They close out with a bit of Higher or Lower... Want more Late Braking? Support the show on Patreon and get: Ad-free listening Full-length bonus episodes Power Rankings after every race Historical race reviews & more exclusive extras! Give the 'gift' of Late Braking this holiday period with a Patreon gift subscription, and your favourite F1 fan can enjoy anywhere from 1 month up to a full year of top-notch F1 content! https://www.patreon.com/latebrakingf1/gift Connect with Late Braking: You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok Come hang out with us and thousands of fellow F1 fans in our Discord server and get involved in lively everyday & race weekend chats! Think you can beat us? Join our F1 Fantasy League and prove it! Get in touch any time at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 609Did team orders derail Piastri's title charge?
The LB boys are back together as they unpack Piastri’s admission that the Monza team-orders saga has affected his performance, debating whether it became the championship's turning point, and if he made the right call. They also dig into the potential sacrifices behind Red Bull’s late-season push, Audi’s early concept design, and close out with some Back and Forth. Want more Late Braking? Support the show on Patreon and get: Ad-free listening Full-length bonus episodes Power Rankings after every race Historical race reviews & more exclusive extras! Give the 'gift' of Late Braking this holiday period with a Patreon gift subscription, and your favourite F1 fan can enjoy anywhere from 1 month up to a full year of top-notch F1 content! https://www.patreon.com/latebrakingf1/gift Connect with Late Braking: You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok Come hang out with us and thousands of fellow F1 fans in our Discord server and get involved in lively everyday & race weekend chats! Think you can beat us? Join our F1 Fantasy League and prove it! Get in touch any time at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Did team orders derail Piastri's title charge?
Do Ferrari’s Drivers REALLY Need to ‘Talk Less’?

Ep 608Do Ferrari’s Drivers REALLY Need to ‘Talk Less’?
The LB boys react to Ferrari President John Elkann's claim that their drivers should “talk less” and focus on unity - does he have a point? (Spoiler: no.) They also dig into Alpine confirming Colapinto for 2026, Bortoleto’s tough home race, and Jenson Button’s farewell to racing, before ending with a game of Guess The Year. Want more Late Braking? Support the show on Patreon and get: Ad-free listening Full-length bonus episodes Power Rankings after every race Historical race reviews & more exclusive extras! Give the 'gift' of Late Braking this holiday period with a Patreon gift subscription, and your favourite F1 fan can enjoy anywhere from 1 month up to a full year of top-notch F1 content! https://www.patreon.com/latebrakingf1/gift Connect with Late Braking: You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok Come hang out with us and thousands of fellow F1 fans in our Discord server and get involved in lively everyday & race weekend chats! Think you can beat us? Join our F1 Fantasy League and prove it! Get in touch any time at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025 Brazilian GP Race Review

Ep 6072025 Brazilian GP Race Review
Boy, did Interlagos deliver! Ben and Sam review the banger race between the lakes, from Norris’s near-perfect weekend and Antonelli’s best F1 finish to Verstappen’s epic charge from the pit lane, plus all the chaos, penalties, and battles along the way... Want more Late Braking? Support the show on Patreon and get: Ad-free listening Full-length bonus episodes Power Rankings after every race Historical race reviews & more exclusive extras! Give the 'gift' of Late Braking this holiday period with a Patreon gift subscription, and your favourite F1 fan can enjoy anywhere from 1 month up to a full year of top-notch F1 content! https://www.patreon.com/latebrakingf1/gift Connect with Late Braking: You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok Come hang out with us and thousands of fellow F1 fans in our Discord server and get involved in lively everyday & race weekend chats! Think you can beat us? Join our F1 Fantasy League and prove it! Get in touch any time at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025 Brazilian GP Sprint & Qualifying Review

Ep 6062025 Brazilian GP Sprint & Qualifying Review
It’s been an action-packed Saturday in São Paulo, and Ben and Sam are here to break it all down. From a sprint that saw a title contender crash out and a terrifying incident for home hero Bortoleto, to a fiercely close qualifying session that delivered a shocking double Q1 elimination for a top team, a mixed-up grid, and many left praying for wild weather and chaos in tomorrow’s GP... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 6052025 Brazilian GP Sprint Qualifying Review
Ferrari errors (naturally), a struggling Verstappen and one McLaren out in front! Ben and Sam cover all the action from the sprint qualifying session at Interlagos (and yes Crofty, we know what that means)... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025 Brazilian GP Sprint Qualifying Review
Can Norris Hold His Lead as the Title Tightens? | 2025 Brazilian GP Preview

Ep 604Can Norris Hold His Lead as the Title Tightens? | 2025 Brazilian GP Preview
F1 returns to Interlagos and the LB trio are buzzing. With the McLaren teammates separated by just 1 point, can Norris hold his lead or will Piastri strike back? Or could rain shake things up and help Verstappen’s title hunt? They also discuss the midfield battle for 6th, Pirelli’s new strategy suggestions, and wrap up with some Show Me The Options. FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ranking the 2025 F1 Rookies: Who’s the Standout Star?

Ep 603Ranking the 2025 F1 Rookies: Who’s the Standout Star?
The LB trio go all-in on the Class of 2025 rookies, ranking every newcomer from worst to best and debating who’s really turning heads on the F1 grid. They also unpack Red Bull’s ongoing lineup silence, the latest in the Crashgate saga as it hits the courts, and wrap up with some F1: Order Please… FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 602Who’s Got the Edge in F1's 2025 Title Fight?
The LB boys size up the Drivers’ Championship big three, discussing what should give them each hope and what could bring them down. Plus, thoughts on the FIA’s ‘democratic’ election, Herta’s F2 move, Lawson’s Mexico scare, and a round of Back and Forth... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Who’s Got the Edge in F1's 2025 Title Fight?

Ep 6012025 Mexico City GP Race Review
We’ve got a new Championship leader! The LB Three break down all the action from Mexico (and there was a lot), from Norris’ dominant drive and the lap 1 chaos to Bearman’s standout performance, the Mercedes swap saga, and plenty more... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025 Mexico City GP Race Review

Ep 6002025 Mexico City GP Qualifying Review
Ben and Sam break down a thrilling qualifying session from the highest circuit on the calendar! With surprise performances, unexpected disappointments, and one spectacular pole lap, the boys cover every twist and turn... As we hit our 600th episode, a massive thank you to everyone who’s been listening and, for whatever reason, continues to do so! FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025 Mexico City GP Qualifying Review

Ep 599Can McLaren Stop Max's Momentum in Mexico? | 2025 Mexico City GP Preview
The championship is heating up! Ben and Sam ask whether either McLaren can challenge Max in the dizzying altitude of Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, or if he’s set to solidify his place in the title fight. Plus: Apple’s big F1 broadcast move, Alpine’s recent disappointment in Colapinto, and a game of Fill in the Blank... Note: For the final time, we're not in our usual recording set up. Back to normal next episode! FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Can McLaren Stop Max's Momentum in Mexico? | 2025 Mexico City GP Preview

Ep 5982025 United States GP Race Review
Join the LB boys in breaking down the US GP - from the strong comeback of Verstappen who edges further into championship contention, to Leclerc's defensive masterclass and Piastri nowhere to be seen, as well as the incidents witnessed from the stands! FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025 United States GP Race Review
2025 US GP Preview LIVE

Ep 5972025 US GP Preview LIVE
Yeehaw! The LB boys are LIVE from Austin, with a full preview of this weekend’s US GP at Circuit of the Americas! FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 596What to Watch in 2025’s Final 6 Races
With Ben away, Sam and Harry take the wheel (brace yourselves). They count down the top storylines to watch as the 2025 season wraps up, discuss Audi’s signing of Verstappen’s mechanic, and break down Red Bull’s interesting 2025 strategy. To cap it off, a much-anticipated round of Real or No Real... >>> LAST FEW TICKETS left for our 2025 LIVE SHOW in Austin TX! CLICK HERE to grab yours or for more info! <<< FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What to Watch in 2025’s Final 6 Races
The biggest surprises of the 2025 F1 season so far!

Ep 595The biggest surprises of the 2025 F1 season so far!
The LB boys count down their Top 5 shocks of the season! They also break down McLaren’s title-winning campaign, react to Domenicali’s latest nonsense remarks about F1's younger fans, and wrap up with a game of Back and Forth... >>> LAST FEW TICKETS left for our 2025 LIVE SHOW in Austin TX! CLICK HERE to grab yours or for more info! <<< FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ep 5942025 Singapore GP Race Review
Ben and Sam are here to break down all the action from the Singapore GP with George Russell winning his second race of the season. The guys discuss Verstappen's P2 in spite of car troubles, contact between the two McLaren drivers, Ferrari's brakes deciding they'd had enough and much much more! >>> LAST FEW TICKETS left for our 2025 LIVE SHOW in Austin TX! CLICK HERE to grab yours or for more info! <<< FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025 Singapore GP Race Review

Ep 5932025 Singapore GP Qualifying Review
Ben and Harry break down an eventful Saturday under the lights of Marina Bay, where qualifying has served up a SPICY front row for tomorrow's race. They cover all the drama from the frustration of the McLaren title rivals to a strong day out for 2025's rookies... Note: This episode was recorded prior to the confirmation of a double Williams DSQ from qualifying due to failing post-qualifying checks on their rear wings. >>> Don't miss out - final few tickets left for our 2025 LIVE SHOW in Austin TX! CLICK HERE to grab yours or for more info! <<< FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025 Singapore GP Qualifying Review
Is a Singapore Surprise Incoming? | 2025 Singapore GP Preview

Ep 592Is a Singapore Surprise Incoming? | 2025 Singapore GP Preview
It's time to head to F1's original night race under the lights of Marina Bay! The LB boys question whether the Red Bull's recent resurgence will hold up on the streets of Singapore, or if McLaren are poised for a comeback. They also weigh in on Williams' chances for another strong showing, and unpack F1's plans to simplify technical language for 2026. To wrap it up? A game of Alphabetti, of course... >>> Don't miss out - final few tickets left for our 2025 LIVE SHOW in Austin TX! CLICK HERE to grab yours or for more info! <<< FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is Hadjar ready for a Red Bull promotion?

Ep 591Is Hadjar ready for a Red Bull promotion?
Ben and Sam are back with another round of F1 chatter. This week, they discuss whether Tsunoda can hang on to his Red Bull seat or if Hadjar is ready to take his place. Plus, Alonso's latest comments on retirement, the issue of Alpine's 2nd seat, and a ranking of Horner's most likely next moves in F1... >>> Don't miss out - limited tickets left for our 2025 LIVE SHOW in Austin TX! CLICK HERE to grab yours or for more info! <<< FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Are Red Bull back in the game?!

Ep 590Are Red Bull back in the game?!
Following back-to-back Verstappen wins, the LB boys consider whether Red Bull is truly back in the mix. Plus, reactions to the 2026 sprint calendar, Baku’s contract extension, and how F1 plans to handle performance differences under the new regulations. They wrap up with a game of Back and Forth... >>> Don't miss out - limited tickets left for our 2025 LIVE SHOW in Austin TX! CLICK HERE to grab yours or for more info! <<< FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025 Azerbaijan GP Race Review

Ep 5892025 Azerbaijan GP Race Review
Have we time-travelled back to 2023? The LB boys break down the Baku race where we got yet another Verstappen domination, as well as disaster for the championship leader, a missed chance by his teammate, and a WILLIAMS on the podium (or a Wodium, if you will)... >>> Don't miss out - limited tickets left for our 2025 LIVE SHOW in Austin TX! CLICK HERE to grab yours or for more info! <<< FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2025 Azerbaijan GP Qualifying Review

Ep 5882025 Azerbaijan GP Qualifying Review
6 red flags and a whole lot of chaos! Ben covers as much as possible from Baku and the longest EVER qualifying session - from the surprise Top 3, disappointment for 2 front-running teams, and the walls that just couldn't stay out of the action... >>> Don't miss out - limited tickets left for our 2025 LIVE SHOW in Austin TX! CLICK HERE to grab yours or for more info! <<< FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League EMAIL us at [email protected] & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices