The Race F1 Podcast

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.

Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw review an incident-packed Bahrain Grand Prix Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw delve into the regular criticisms of Lewis Hamilton to evaluate the seven-times world champion’s claim to greatness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw review the weird and wonderful Turkish Grand Prix weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell takes the helm for a special episode of The Race F1 Podcast, with Mark Hughes and Edd Straw as his guests. With the help of former Mercedes engine boss Andy Cowell and chief designed John Owen, they reveal the secrets of how Mercedes established itself as the dominant force from the start of the 1.6-litre V6 turbo hybrid era. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw look back on all the stories from Formula 1’s first race at Imola for 14 years Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw look back on all the stories from a dramatic Portuguese Grand Prix Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The big news on Thursday ahead of F1's return to Imola was the announcement that Haas will have two new drivers for 2021, leaving both Romain Grosjean and Kevin Magnussen currently without a drive for next year. Edd Straw and Mark Hughes discuss why the team took the decision, the strengths and weaknesses of both drivers during their F1 careers, what what Haas is likely to do next as it builds for the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Mick Schumacher closing on a graduation to Formula 1 in 2021, Mark Hughes, Jack Benyon, Valentin Khorounzhiy and Edd Straw look at his career so far and ask how he might fare on the grand prix grid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw look back at Formula 1’s first race weekend at the Nurburgring since 2013 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a special one-off takeover of The Race F1 Podcast's feed by our sister podcast, Bring Back V10s, Mika Hakkinen joins us to look back at one of his most famous battles with Michael Schumacher, which was decided by an iconic overtake in the closing stages. Mika joins Glenn Freeman and Edd Straw to discuss the whole race in great detail, from starting on pole position behind the safety car, to McLaren's cautious strategy that worked against David Coulthard, Hakkinen's spin that handed Schumacher the lead, and how he set about catching the Ferrari. Mika then describes in incredible detail how he felt when Schumacher chopped him on the run to Les Combes, how his run through Eau Rouge on the following lap was key to making the pass for the win, the role of backmarker Ricardo Zonta, and how it felt to see Schumacher's Ferrari in his mirrors after he'd pulled off one of F1's most memorable passes. Mika then explains his post-race conversation with Schumacher, and why declined to share details in public at the time or even discuss the block that left him "pissed off". Away from Hakkinen's heroics, Glenn and Edd look back at all the other big stories from the Spa weekend, including pre-race crisis talks at Ferrari, Jenson Button's move from Williams to Benetton, Schumacher and Jacques Villeneuve falling out (again), the idea of Juan Pablo Montoya signing for Toyota, Jarno Trulli emerging as a qualifying specialist, and the breakdown of Prost's all-French relationship with Peugeot.If you like what you here, please subscribe to Bring Back V10s free via your podcast supplier of choice to enjoy two season's worth of episodes covering everything from Damon Hill's near victory in Hungary '97 and the real story behind Alain Prost being fired by Ferrari to Ayrton Senna's final home grand prix and Nigel Mansell's disastrous stint with McLaren. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After Honda announces it is walking away from grand prix racing at the end of 2021, Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw explain the reasons, how it relates to the wider automotive landscape and the possible implications for F1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

With a rare gap between races after nine grands prix in 11 weekends, Scott Mitchell, Glenn Freeman and Edd Straw take listener questions on F1 2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw explain how the inaugural Tuscan Grand Prix was won and dissect the key moments and incidents from the race Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

F1's worst-kept secret is finally out, with Sebastian Vettel's move to Racing Point/Aston Martin in 2021 confirmed and Sergio Perez the driver making way. Mark Hughes and Edd Straw explain why it's happened, how it will go and what it means for F1 next year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw look back on a memorable Italian Grand Prix weekend and unravel what made it such a dramatic race Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw review the Belgian Grand Prix Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the flurry of driver announcements earlier in the year, it’s been all quiet on the driver market front but that doesn’t mean there’s not plenty to talk about with six teams yet to have fully-confirmed driver line ups for 2021. Valentin Khorounzhiy and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to delve into the driver market, and also talk about the Concrode Agreement and the sale of Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw review the Spanish Grand Prix Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw bring you all the battling from both on and off track from Silverstone’s second Formula 1 race of the season Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

We answer your question on the F1 season so far, tackling Ferrari’s restructure, races in the European winter, Renault’s struggles and Racing Point’s progress. We also introduce a new semi-regular segment – F1 Radar with Valentin Khorounzhiy tracking the progress of those on the edge of F1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw look back at what was an eventful weekend at the Hungaroring both on and off track Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw look back on a second, but very different, grand prix weekend at the Red Bull Ring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fernando Alonso is back in Formula in 2021 with Renault in 2021, but will it work and how is he approaching his last shot at F1? Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to explain why this deal has happened, whether it will work and if Alonso still has something to offer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw look back on a remarkable Austrian Grand Prix weekend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the start to the Formula 1 season finally arriving at the Red Bull Ring this weekend, Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw look ahead and ask just how much has changed given the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amid rumours of engine and car improvements, Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw explain why Ferrari’s prospects still don’t look too bright heading into the 2020 season. McLaren’s search for investment, the value of Haas’s development freeze and how big a loss to Mercedes Andy Cowell is are also discussed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Singapore, Suzuka and Baku are off, with an unusual Bahrain configuration among those under consideration for possible double headers. Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw discuss the latest moves in F1, as well as looking at the prospects of George Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There’s less than a month to go until the delayed start to the 2020 F1 season and drivers are starting to return to action behind the wheel. Karun Chandhok joins Edd Straw and Glenn Freeman to explain the benefits to the drivers of getting their eye in, what Mercedes hopes to achieve with its two-day test at Silverstone, whether the calendar favours Red Bull and Lance Stroll’s Racing Point future. And also, is it time for the reverse grids idea to be abandoned for good? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Williams is considering a possible sale of some or all of the company, Renault has said it will stay in F1 at a corporate level, McLaren Group is slashing jobs and there’s speculation of Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff’s future. Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw delve into these stories, as well as giving their verdict on whether F1’s new package of regulations really will level up the playing field Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fernando Alonso’s hopes for an F1 return In 2021 could rest on a Renault drive. Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw discuss whether it’s the right move for the team and driver – as well as what makes Alonso as good as he is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Formula 1’s driver market drama continues with Ferrari signing Carlos Sainz Jr and McLaren taking Daniel Ricciardo. But Fernando Alonso is still available and is a serious contender for a seat. Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw discuss the latest machinations in the driver market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special 'Extra' episode of The Race F1 Podcast, Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw explain why Sebastian Vettel and Ferrari couldn't agree a new deal and discuss where the four-times world champion's destiny might lie - and who could replace him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw tackle another batch of listener questions, including whether Lewis Hamilton makes winning look too easy and the best driver never to win in F1. There’s also a look at the lastest cost cap news and F1’s financial state. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw answer your questions, covering a wide range of contemporary and historical F1 topics. Lewis Hamilton’s on-track ethics, Juan Pablo Montoya v Kimi Raikkonen, the Phoenix F1 team, Carlos Sainz Jr to Ferrari and hopes of new teams are among the questions answered Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

McLaren hopes to take another step towards the big three this season, but the delay to the start of the season and the deferring of the planned new regulations to 2022 has impacted the timeline for its revival. Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw discuss how the team is being affected and what McLaren still needs to do to get back to the front. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Grand Prix driver Karun Chandhok joins Scott Mitchell and Edd Straw to explain how his racing experience helps, or hinders, his analysis of goings on in F1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Williams and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to celebrate the incredible life of Stirling Moss and delve into a career that made him one of the greatest racing drivers ever to have lived Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Jordan and Jaguar technical director Gary Anderson gives his verdict on F1's ongoing rules debates, with cost caps, tokens and a possible further delay of the rules all under discussion. This episode was originally released in The Race's Gary Anderson F1 Show podcast feed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Williams endured the two worst seasons since the team first became a constructor in 2018-19 and hasn’t won a title in over 20 years. So what went wrong for this powerhouse team and can it recapture past glories? Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell, Glenn Freeman and Edd Straw discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following the FIA's announcement of a series of measures designed to safeguard F1 against financial problems as a result of its current hiatus, Scott Mitchell joins Edd Straw to discuss the reasons and the implications. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Speed, team work, mental strength, experience, racecraft…all these skills plus more make up a great grand prix driver. But where does Max Verstappen stand and is he ready to win the title? Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Edd Straw offer a deep analysis of Verstappen’s abilities Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With three more races officially called up, the shutdown brought forward and the much-vaunted 2021 regulations put back a year, F1 has acted swiftly in the face of coronavirus. But the impact of these changes could be even more wide-reaching than they appear. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Mitchell joins Edd Straw to look back on The Race All-Star Esport battle, which filled the vacuum created by the cancellation of the Australian Grand Prix. For the second half of the podcast, Mark Hughes joins us to discuss how the rest of the real-world F1 calendar might shape up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a sleepless night chasing the breaking news. Scott Mitchell and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to reveal all about the cancellation of the Australian Grand Prix. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to preview the 2020 Formula 1 season, which kicks off with this weekend’s Australian Grand Prix Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Glenn Freeman joins Edd Straw to dissect the latest statement in the ongoing controversy about Ferrari's 2019 power unit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.