The Race F1 Podcast

Mark Hughes, Gary Anderson and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to look back at the Styrian Grand PrixFor your free introductory case of eight hand-selected craft beers, visit www.beer52.com/race or use the code RACE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to look back at the French Grand Prix.To join The Race Members' Club and have the chance to ask your questions in our Formula 1 race review podcasts head to https://the-race.com/membersclub/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ferrari has decided against adopting the split turbo design for its all-important 2022 power unit despite working on the design. Mark Hughes and Gary Anderson join Edd Straw to explain why Ferrari has decided to pursue a different and its prospects for next year. There's also a discussion of the situation of the Williams team after the decision to part company with team principal Simon Roberts, the Mercedes team's tyre troubles and Alpine's puzzling form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to look back at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nathan Quinn and Valentin Khorounzhiy join Edd Straw to discuss the newly-revealed features from the F1 2021 game, which will be released next month, including the 'Braking Point' story mode, changes to career gameplay and even new replay features Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With five races of the season complete, we draw some early conclusions on the progress of Daniel Ricciardo, Carlos Sainz, Sebastian Vettel, Fernando Alonso and Sergio Perez after their moves to new teams for 2021. Edd Straw is joined by Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell to discuss who is thriving, who is struggling - and more importantly, why. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to look back at the Monaco Grand Prix Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The FIA has written to teams warning them of more stringent flexible bodywork, but what does this mean for Red Bull in its close battle with Mercedes. Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to discuss this and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We thought this episode of The Race IndyCar Podcast would be of interest to our listeners because it features ex-F1 driver Romain Grosjean. He joins Jack Benyon and JR Hildebrand to talk about how he's adapted his driving style to IndyCar and how much he's enjoying his new racing life. If you enjoy it and have an interest in IndyCar, you can subscribe to The Race IndyCar Podcast from your podcast supplier of choice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to look back at the Spanish Grand Prix This episode of The Race F1 Podcast is sponsored by Escapade Living. For more information, visit escapadeliving.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to look back at the Portuguese Grand Prix This episode of The Race F1 Podcast is sponsored by Escapade Living. For more information, visit escapadeliving.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alpine and Alonso have had a difficult start to the 2021 Formula 1 season. Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to explain why, as well as looking at why many of the other big-name moves have not hit the ground running. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to look back at all the action from the Emilia Romagna Grand PrixThis episode of The Race F1 Podcast is sponsored by Escapade Living. For more information, visit escapadeliving.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to discuss James Allison's imminent promotion to chief technical officer at Mercedes, as well as the emerging McLaren v Ferrari battle, Nico Hulkenberg's Aston Martin reserve gig and looking ahead to Imola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nathan Quinn, Glenn Freeman and Val Khorounzhiy join Edd Straw to look ahead to F1 2021, the latest edition of the F1 gaming series, and discuss what they want to see in it and future versions of the game Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gary Anderson and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to take an in-depth look at the disadvantages of the low-rake concepts used by Mercedes and Aston Martin and what can be done to tackle the problem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to look back at the 2021 Formula 1 season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix. This episode of The Race F1 Podcast is sponsored by Escapade Living. For more information, visit escapadeliving.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell, Gary Anderson and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to look ahead to the 2021 Formula 1 season - and evaluate the chances of a genuine fight for the world championship Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While Red Bull was on top during pre-season testing, there are suggestions Mercedes was overplaying its problems. Karun Chandhok and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to delve into just how serious its problems are and why there really is a chance of a close fight at the front in 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You might think you've heard it all before when it comes to Mercedes not being fast in testing, only to dominate. But based on the third and final day of pre-season testing in Bahrain, it genuinely has work to do. Mark Hughes and Gary Anderson join Edd Straw to explain why. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While Mercedes set the pace, the W12 proved to be a tricky car to drive, while Red Bull piled on the miles and McLaren caught the eye. Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw with all the news from the second day of pre-season testing in Bahrain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Hughes and Gary Anderson join Edd Straw to discuss all the news, lap times and technical revelations of the opening day of Bahrain pre-season testing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gary Anderson and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to discuss the new Ferrari SF21 and the team's hopes for the new season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gary Anderson and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to take a look at the newly-launched Williams FW43B Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gary Anderson and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to discuss the new Aston Martin F1 car, and also take a look at the Alpine A521 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gary Anderson and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to discuss the newly-launched Mercedes W12 and explain where it has made gains both in terms of the chassis and engine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gary Anderson and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to take a close look at the Red Bull RB16B and its chances of taking the fight to Mercedes in 2021 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gary Anderson and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to examine the newly-launched Alfa Romeo C41 and the Sauber’s team’s chances of an upturn in form Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gary Anderson and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to look at the newly-launched AlphaTauri AT02, which has revealed more detail than might be expected of a car that's the team hopes can be consistently at the front of the midfield pack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gary Anderson and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to analyse the new McLaren MCL35M and what it reveals about the impact of the change to Mercedes engines. There's also a look at McLaren's prospects for the season, as well as all the news from the launch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The F1 Commission has approved the introduction of an engine freeze in 2022, which means Red Bull can run Honda engines from next season on a continuation basis. Scott Mitchell and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to discuss the implications, and how far F1’s plan for Saturday sprint races has progressed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes F1 drive confirmed for 2021, but not beyond, Scott Mitchell joins Edd Straw to discuss the reasons for and the implications of the dealFor more on Hamilton's new contract from The Race:How a charity delayed Hamilton's deal and hints at 2022 stay - https://the-race.com/formula-1/how-a-charity-delayed-hamiltons-deal-and-hints-at-2022-stay/Why Hamilton's new deal may usher in F1's Verstappen era - https://the-race.com/formula-1/why-hamiltons-new-deal-may-usher-in-f1s-verstappen-era/Everything you need to know about Hamilton's new deal - https://the-race.com/formula-1/hamiltons-new-mercedes-f1-deal-everything-you-need-to-know/Who wins from Hamilton's one-year Mercedes deal? Our verdicts - https://the-race.com/formula-1/who-wins-from-hamiltons-one-year-mercedes-deal-our-verdicts/VIDEO: The questions posed by Hamilton's new one-year Mercedes deal - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OT2U7Y65w3M Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Formula 1’s launch season getting under way next week, we run through the 10 teams and their priorities for their not-so-new cars. Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Gary Anderson join Edd Straw to give their verdictsFor more on 2021's launch season and expectations of each team from The Race:Gary Anderson: Writing off 2021 to focus on 2022 is foolhardy https://the-race.com/formula-1/gary-anderson-writing-off-2021-to-focus-on-2022-is-foolhardy/How Williams will tackle its 2021 recovery dilemma - https://the-race.com/formula-1/how-williams-will-tackle-its-2021-f1-dilemma/The short-term pain AlphaTauri's 60% windtunnel move may cause - https://the-race.com/formula-1/the-short-term-pain-alphatauris-60-windtunnel-move-may-cause/Aston Martin spends tokens on new survival cell - https://the-race.com/formula-1/aston-martin-spends-f1-tokens-on-new-survival-cell/What actually happens at an F1 seat fitting - https://the-race.com/formula-1/what-actually-happens-at-an-f1-seat-fitting/VIDEO: The new F1 2021 rules that are worrying Mercedes most - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqAV7By7ekY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to delve into Charles Leclerc’s qualities as an F1 driver, and explain whey they rate him so highly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Jordan and Jaguar technical director Gary Anderson joins Edd Straw to answer listener questions on F1 2021, 18-inch wheels, driving sideways and even Colin McRae. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New Red Bull signing Sergio Perez and Ferrari newcomer Carlos Sainz are already well-advanced with their preparations for the 2021 season. But can they upset the established order in their respective teams, and what exactly do we mean by number two driver? Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to discuss two of the most intriguing transfers heading into the new campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jenson Button returns to the Williams team he drove for in his rookie F1 season in 2000 having agreed to take up a role as ‘special advisor’. Scott Mitchell joins Edd Straw to discuss what Button’s new job involves Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Both Alpine and Aston Martin have been in the headlines already, with a big contrast in the early impressions of the new-look teams. Gary Anderson, Scott Mitchell and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to discuss their prospects Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We answer listener questions on a variety of topics related to the upcoming 2021 F1 season, including the expectations for Honda’s final season in F1, Lance Stroll’s position at Aston Martin, the impact of the aero changes and much more. Scott Mitchell and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to give you all the answers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Australian Grand Prix is set to be postponed given the impracticality of F1 personnel meeting the quarantine requirements on arrival. Scott Mitchell joins Edd Straw to explain that - and the latest news about Alex Albon's racing programme. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We look ahead to the upcoming Formula 1 season with a look at the big talking points of 2021, from whether Red Bull can challenge Mercedes and Ferrari’s hopes of third, to the expectations for Sebastian Vettel at Aston Martin and Fernando Alonso at Alpine. Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to start the countdown to F1 2021, with an unexpected guest appearance from Baxter the dog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gary Anderson joins Edd Straw to give his verdict on all 10 F1 teams' performances during the 2020 Formula 1 season. This was originally released as an episode of The Gary Anderson F1 Show Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Race held an awards vote with a difference to mark the end of the 2020 F1 season, with fans voting in a series of categories on our YouTube channel. In this special video podcast, which can be listened to or watched, we discuss the various categories. Glenn Freeman and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to discuss it Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The lengthy saga about who will occupy the second Red Bull in 2021 came to an end today when Sergio Perez was announced as Max Verstappen's team-mate. But how will he get on? What's next for Alex Albon? And in other F1 news, what's going on with the ownership of the Mercedes Team? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Karun Chandhok, Scott Mitchell and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to debate The Race’s Top 10 F1 drivers of the season Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fernando Alonso topped the times on the final day off-on track testing in the so-called Young Driver Test in Abu Dhabi. Glenn Freeman joins Edd Straw to discuss how much Alonso gained - and discuss the other big stories from the test Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to review the 17th and final race of a remarkable Formula 1 season Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to review a remarkable Sakhir Grand Prix on the Bahrain Outer circuit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Hughes joins Edd Straw to discuss George Russell's big chance in place of Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes in this weekend's Sakhir Grand Prix. There's also a look at the chances for debutant Jack Aitken at Williams, as well as the all-new 2022 Haas line up of Mick Schumacher and Nikita Mazepin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Romain Grosjean out of the Sakhir Grand Prix as a result of the injuries sustained in his Bahrain accident, Pietro Fittipaldi will make his F1 debut for Haas. Valentin Khorounzhiy and Lito Cavalcanti join Edd Straw to discuss this unexpected change Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.