Whimsical tales from my attic regarding the world of Formula 1. I am LawVS, an F1 enthusiast of 25 years, who wishes to share my thoughts and opinions regarding the world of Formula One; all straight from the surrounds of my loft...come join me! Intro: "Ladder Man" by Suns of Fire - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9S6BpPjVU2M Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Whilst Kimi Antonelli's future looks brighter, George Russell and Toto Wolff are locking horns...and neither one are backing down.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsThe Russell vs Mercedes saga is heating up and whilst there seemingly HAS been progress...it's gotten very technical. Yes, Toto Wolff has publicly promised Kimi Antonelli a seat for 2026...verbally. On Italian TV. For now, it's not signed, sealed and delivered. Meanwhile, George Russell has gone from pushing for a multi-year deal to being offered a single-season extension with no conditions...yep. He's being given the Valtteri Bottas treatment.Without a deal done, Russell could walk...and Mercedes risk losing their proven leader at the very moment sponsors and car development need stability most. Is either party right to drag this out?#f1 #georgerussell #maxverstappen #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #totowolff #helmutmarko #f1news #f1updates #f1drivers #f1latest #redbullracing #redbullf1 #verstappen #mercedes #mercedesf1 #russell Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Singapore is always pure theatre and the latest Leclerc-Ferrari rumours are a great opening act!Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsThe 2025 Singapore Grand Prix is coming and the drama is already piling on DAYS before it. Rumours are swirling about Charles Leclerc potentially sounding out McLaren, Aston Martin and even Mercedes. With Ferrari's performance under scrutiny, the barely mentioned condition to his contract extension is back in the news! Meanwhile, Max Verstappen has been speaking about Red Bull's improved stability, which could mean that even if Yuki Tsunoda is for the chop...at least it will done be much more fairly than it was in history.Who else could stand to do well around Marina Bay? Do I suspect a top 5 repirsal for Carlos Sainz? Will Lewis Hamilton even race this weekend?#f1 #maxverstappen #singaporegp #formula1 #f1news #f1latest #formulaone #singaporegrandprix #charlesleclerc #f1predictions #predictions #maxverstappen #redbullracing #mclaren #oscarpiastri #landonorris #redbull #f12025 #formula12025 #f1drama #f1updates My 2025 F1 Singapore Grand Prix Preview & PREDICTIONSMy Predictions for the 2025 F1 Singapore Grand Prixhttps://youtu.be/0ET2bVWPst0
Max Verstappen just lit up this year's title race...even if he doesn't win it himself!Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsA 22-second GT3 win in a Ferrari 296 has capped off a surging wave of fan momentum toward Max Verstappen. His recent triumph reads as pure racing freedom while McLaren's “equal opportunity” script for Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri looks corporate. Zak Brown wants a grandstand finale...but it is becoming less and less genuine-looking.McLaren's boss is right. Max IS a disruptor.#f1 #maxverstappen #formula1 #formulaone #f1news #nürburgring #nurburgring #gt3 #verstappen #landonorris #oscarpiastri #f1latest #f1updates #f1update #f1drama #f1updates #f12025 Max Verstappen Just Ruined McLaren's Yearhttps://youtu.be/BGAZ6rA8SJMCan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Red Bull's smartest play for 2026 might just be the move nobody expected...nothing!Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsRed Bull Racing has been at the center of constant speculation...but the truth is, stability could be their greatest weapon heading into 2026. With Max Verstappen back in winning form and finally praising the team's effort, panicked changes risk undoing the progress that has brought them back within reach of second in the Constructors. The bigger picture is all about timing. Rising stars like Arvid Lindblad and Nikola Tsolov are lining up for their shot, but forcing the issue too soon could repeat past mistakes. Giving them a full 2026 season in Formula 2 provides a clean head-to-head that decides who truly deserves the call-up in 2027. Meanwhile, the three seats (other than Verstappen's) are all to play for. The team having yet to make their choices. Here's a choice...no choice!#f1 #maxverstappen #isackhadjar #liamlawson #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #redbullracing #redbull #lawson #tsunoda #honda #yukitsunoda #chinagp #ausgp #f1rumours #helmutmarko #f1news #f1latest #f1drama #f1updates #formula12025 Red Bull's Best Play for 2026: Do Nothinghttps://youtu.be/7aNuRqH-MGECan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sainz just lit the fuse on his Williams era with his podium. Safe to say it's on again!Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsCarlos Sainz's return to the rostrum with Williams in Baku is proof that everything said up until now is REAL! He turned months of noise into a clean result. In his own words it wasn't about anyone else. That mindset matches the team's rise under James Vowles.It also strengthens Sainz's reputation as an adaptable driver, a real partner of Alex Albon before 2026, the year where Williams expects to be hot property!#f1 #carlossainz #formula1 #scuderiaferrari #ferrari #williamsf1 #williamsracing #formulaone #f12025 #f1news #f1latest #f1updates #f1drama #alexanderalbon #albon #sainz #lewishamilton #f1testing #azerbaijangp Carlos Sainz's revenge arc is BACK ONhttps://youtu.be/dccFtnkJMJcCan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Christian Horner's next 'possible destination' could be Haas. Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsFresh off his departure from Red Bull Racing, Christian Horner has walked away with a $100 million settlement and the freedom to come back to F1 sometime next year. Now recent rumours suggest his next move could involve Haas, the most affordable team on the grid. There, Horner could finally secure the ownership stake he never had at Red Bull.However, Gene Haas has fiercely resisted selling for years. There are plenty of hurdles to this supposed report...but it's not impossible. How could Christian Horner work with Ayao Komatsu and the team itself? Let's talk about it!#f1 #christianhorner #formula1 #formulaone #redbullracing #haasf1 #haasf1team #haas #ayaokomatsu #f1news #f1latest #f1drama #f1updates #f1teams Christian Horner's $100,000,000 Exit Plan...Is HAAS?!https://youtu.be/nm1Oaf0BcCACan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Max Verstappen is back in the hunt and F1 fans WANT it.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsMcLaren may have dominated the season so far, but Baku changed everything. Both Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris let valuable points slip away while Verstappen won AGAIN, backed by a revitalised Red Bull and a sharper-than-ever Yuki Tsunoda. With Max taking things one race at a time, he's suddenly positioned as the outsider ready to steal the spotlight...and McLaren being compared to 2007 anyway despite being nicer and no Spygate.The stakes are massive. If McLaren keep splitting points between their drivers while focusing on team glory, Verstappen could walk away with his fifth championship. It's not too late, but papaya rules need to be shelved.#f1 #maxverstappen #formula1 #formulaone #landonorris #oscarpiastri #papayarules #mclarenf1team #mclarenf1 #redbullracing #laurentmekies #yukitsunoda #verstappen #f1news #f1latest #f12025 #f1updates #f1drivers #f1drama #azerbaijangp Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Baku 2025 delivered a statement win for Max Verstappen and Carlos Sainz's revenge arc is back on!Climb the ladder with me over on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsMax Verstappen controlled the 2025 Azerbaijan GP from the front on a bold hard-tyre start, banked a grand slam as he did so and now got people talking about him taking down at least one McLaren in the championship hunt. Mercedes made smart calls as Russell and Antonelli swooped ahead of Ferrari in the team standings! However, Carlos Sainz delivered a composed P3 to give Williams its first on-merit podium in seven years. Yuki Tsunoda kept it clean and Liam Lawson's career-best P5 pushed Racing Bulls up to sixth...but McLaren's weekend unraveled with Piastri's jump start and crash plus a slow stop that blunted Norris in his reply to the Australian.But who else won, lost or were simply meh?The 2025 F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix WINNERS & LOSERShttps://youtu.be/CHAoVc9GxyM
Next-gen Formula 1 might NOT be about engines alone. Mercedes should be worried.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsPirelli's Mario Isola dismisses Toto Wolff's headline-grabbing 400 km/h claim and explains why wider performance gaps between compounds may force two-stop strategies. There seems to be far more to these new regulations than we thought! Including how narrower tyres and smaller diffusers will aim to cut spray...and that we could FINALLY see easier racing in the wet! Here are five things I have understood from Isola's interview about 2026. We should be eating good, folks!#f1 #formula1 #formulaone #f12026 #pirelli #f1news #f1latest #f1car #f1cars #f1updates #formula12026 Mercedes Are NOT Guaranteed F1 2026 Dominationhttps://youtu.be/oKcBLFFxaykCan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
George Russell is turning the screws on Mercedes and Helmut Marko is happy to point it out.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsHelmut Marko's latest comments slam the door on any Max Verstappen-to-Mercedes fantasy whilst also heaping praise on Russell and push Toto Wolff to pay up for the privilege. With Red Bull granting Max more freedoms and more control over the car's technical direction, Mercedes are left with one clear team leader choice...yet it can't seem to square itself away! Russell's Montreal win and rookie mentor role make him the safest anchor for the 2026 rules reset to boot! Each delay dents garage morale plus it inflates Russell's price and feeds rival narratives that Aston Martin or others could swoop. It all looks so messy. For Marko? This is revenge for Canada.#f1 #georgerussell #maxverstappen #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #totowolff #helmutmarko #f1news #f1updates #f1drivers #f1latest #redbullracing #redbullf1 #verstappen #mercedes #mercedesf1 #russell Helmut Marko Taunts Mercedes as Russell Gains Powerhttps://youtu.be/W9Y-k74ihq4https://youtu.be/W9Y-k74ihq4Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ferrari needs a hero! No, they don't. They need to get their act together!Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsFerrari's badge still turns heads yet internal churn is costing them wins and is a dealbreaker in Max Verstappen's head...despite being tempted by the allure all the same. It's not enough though! Discarded former overseer of Ferrari Luca di Montezemolo says the team has “lost its soul” and how boardroom interference is unsettling Fred Vasseur, casting him a lonely figure amidst the F1 team burning through personnel.The tifosi chant Max's name and the Italian press spins romance, but Max will only switch if Ferrari proves it can win on merit, him the last piece of the puzzle. Not the first piece. So Ferrari? You want Max? He's interested...but you gotta do the grind!#f1 #maxverstappen #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #scuderiaferrari #ferrarif1 #lewishamilton #charlesleclerc #redbullracing #f1news #f1latest #f1drivers #f1drama #f1updates Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644The Most Ferrari Thing EVERhttps://youtu.be/UGVgDscBX34Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Baku is braced for chaos and we have the full playbook.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsMcLaren's team-order fallou is still going but Piastri's quiet steel and Norris's tricky record set the stage for a must-watch Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2025. The C6 qualifying tyre matters, sadly, as well as how Red Bull's straight-line speed returns Verstappen to the sharp end and why Mr Baku Charles Leclerc still fancies a podium even in a patchy Ferrari season.Stick around for my top 5, featuring a confident Oscar Piastri as favourite after last year's Baku masterclass. And as for Yuki Tsunoda, could he possibly have one more year to find himself with Laurent Mekies believing he has a 'slight edge'?#f1 #azerbaijangp #formula1 #f1news #f1latest #formulaone #azerbaijangrandprix #f1predictions #predictions #maxverstappen #redbullracing #mclaren #charlesleclerc #redbull #f12025 #formula12025 #papayarules #landonorris #mclaren #georgerussell My 2025 F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Preview & PREDICTIONSMy Predictions for the 2025 F1 Azerbaijan Grand Prixhttps://youtu.be/JaH9WAx8Fss
Red Bull just showed why Christian Horner had to go.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsHelmut Marko's Monza victory speech puts a spotlight on the new power triangle of himself, Max Verstappen and new team boss Laurent Mekies...while framing Christian Horner as the drag that held Red Bull back in recent years. Was this a necessary process or could Horner have marched on? In any case, Max is a happy camper! #f1 #redbullracing #formula1 #maxverstappen #formulaone #f12025 #laurentmekies #christianhorner #helmutmarko #f1news #f1latest #redbullf1 #redbull #f1updates #f1drama #f1drivers #verstappen Red Bull Throws Christian Horner Under the Bushttps://youtu.be/zGvcSo8G9QECan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gasly's future with Alpine is not a love story. It's business. Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsPierre Gasly has inked a fresh deal that keeps him in Enstone until 2028, locking himself to the grid's current back-marker for the next three seasons after this one...and it's not as simple as wanting to stay. He HAD to stay! With new Renault boss François Provost pledging long-term backing and Flavio Briatore pulling the political strings, Alpine promises stability while rivals juggle musical chairs...after years of INSTABILITY? Finally, right?Rumours of Christian Horner swooping in have faded too and Franco Colapinto looks set to grow under Gasly's wing. Could this team be starting to chill out for once? We can only hope!#f1 #pierregasly #formula1 #formulaone #f1news #f1latest #f1drivers #francocolapinto #f1updates #f12025 #alpinef1 #alpinef1team #f1dramaPierre Gasly REALLY Had No Choice But Alpinehttps://youtu.be/OzSz-CfXbe0Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ferrari just lost the brains behind some of their best engines of the last decade...to Audi!Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsTwo of Maranello's top power-unit gurus (Wolf Zimmermann and Lars Schmidt) are reportedly packing their bags for Audi ahead of the 2026 F1 season...oh goodie. More Ferrari departures. Now WHO are they exactly? Zimmermann masterminded Ferrari's post-2014 engine revival and led the upcoming 2026 project...that's who he is! Schmidt follows as his trusted lieutenant meaning Audi now has a ready-made leadership duo under former Ferrari boss Mattia Binotto. It's been one good news story after another for Audi, hasn't it?#f1 #scuderiaferrari #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #sauber #audi #audif1 #ferrarif1 #f1news #f12026 #f1latest #f1updates #f1drama #f1drivers #f1teams Ferrari Raided As Audi Steals Top Engineershttps://youtu.be/c8bb3tsIMnICan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mercedes fans are starting to sweat with no signatures for Russell and Antonelli in sight.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsMercedes is past its usual August deadline...and yet George Russell and rookie Kimi Antonelli remain unsigned for 2026, sparking talk of friction inside Brackley. Team principal Toto Wolff insists on short 1-plus-1 deals but Russell surely wants better than that! With a major 2026 rules reset looming and lingering chatter about Max Verstappen, every delay fuels sponsor nerves and gives Aston Martin-Honda a chance to George Russell. What's going on here?#f1 #totowolff #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #georgerussell #kimiantonelli #f1news #f1latest #f1updates #f1drivers #f1drama #mercedes #mercedesf1team #mercedesamg #mercedesf1 The Mercedes Contract Mess Is Getting Embarrassinghttps://youtu.be/kwUMu6hsepQCan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025 F1 title race may have just changed forever. McLaren's dramatic team orders? Man, they used to be cool.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsMcLaren's bold call during the Italian Grand Prix has fans and pundits talking about whether the team crossed a line. The team's controversial decision to swap positions with Oscar Piastri...it makes you wonder. What does it really mean to let drivers race? How could this decision impact the title fight, fan trust and the future of Formula 1? Whether you're a McLaren fan or just love F1 drama, you'll want to hear why some are calling this the biggest flashpoint since Abu Dhabi 2021.#f1 #mclarenf1 #mclarenteamorders #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #landonorris #oscarpiastri #mclarenf1team #f1news #formula12025 #monza #italiangp #f1latest #f1updates #f1drama #f1controversy #papayarules McLaren Just Lit The Fuse for 2025 F1 Titlehttps://youtu.be/FVBJLZyKTTMCan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oh no. Not again. ANOTHER McLaren maladie at Monza?Climb the ladder with me over on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsMax Verstappen was unstoppable...and whilst McLaren took a double podium, the day will be remembered for controversy instead of conslidation with Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris ONCE AGAIN tangled up in team orders. Ferrari found quiet progress at their home race, Charles Leclerc's electric start helping them tighten their grip on P2 in the championship. Meanwhile, standouts like Alex Albon and Gabriel Bortoleto pulled off impressive drives to shake up the midfield with Isack Hadjar turning a pit-lane start into the last point at the F1 Italian Grand Prix.Who else won, lost or just were plain meh?The 2025 F1 Italian GP WINNERS & LOSERShttps://youtu.be/4y0qyC7XrSY
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Lando Norris finally opens up with a raw confession at Monza regarding Oscar Piastri.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsLando Norris' candid confession about his current situation matters for both his career and McLaren's future. Norris admits that Oscar Piastri matches him in speed and composure, making him confront his own emotions and embrace experience as his only real advantage. With only nine races left and a tight points gap, Norris' honest self-assessment signals a new level of maturity and sets the tone for one of F1's most compelling team battles. Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644#f1 #landonorris #mclarenf1 #formula1 #formulaone #oscarpiastri #norris #piastri #mclaren #f1news #f1latest #italiangp #f1updates #f1drivers #f1drama #papayarules The Lando Norris Confessionhttps://youtu.be/fOoMmNBm34cBrand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Reverse grids, sprint races and trimmed free‑practice sessions are suddenly center stage...and fans are divided.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsF1 is facing a dramatic and gimmicky future and I'm here to break down Stefano Domenicali's push to reshape race weekends by expanding sprint formats, cutting back or cutting out free‑practice sessions, even testing reverse grids like in F2/F3...and hinting at shorter Grand Prix distances too. These moves are driven by a desire to hook new audiences and deliver more on‑track action, but traditional fans and teams are worried about losing the core of what makes Formula 1 so compelling.I stand with fans who value the strategy, engineering and storytelling!#f1 #formula1 #formulaone #f1sprint #f1drama #f1news #f1latest #f12025 #f12026 #formula12025 #f1breakingnews This Could Change F1 Forever. Badly.https://youtu.be/mrjnnH-ZvlcCan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mick Schumacher just turned down a fast-track return to Formula 1.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsMick Schumacher stunned the paddock (and me) by rejecting Cadillac's reserve seat even though the offer promised strong pay podium-capable World Endurance machinery and a future path back to F1. Why would he choose the freedom of Alpine? And why McLaren's 2027 hypercar project could be his smartest long game should Alpine not be his final port of call...Every detail here reshapes Mick's quest to reclaim an F1 cockpit and build a brand beyond his famous surname.What were perhaps the hidden clauses that clipped Cadillac's appeal the political tug-of-war between Alpine's current gains?#f1 #mickschumacher #checo #sergioperez #mclarenf1 #mclaren #formula1 #formulaone #wec #fiawec #f12025 #f12026 #cadillac #cadillacf1 #f1news #f1latest #f1updates #f1rumors #f1drama Mick Schumacher Walks Away from Cadillachttps://youtu.be/mrMxPpxDKMECan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Expect Oscar Piastri to go one better than last year's Italian GP.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsFerrari arrives at Monza under the loudest kind of home‑circuit pressure, battling low morale and a five‑place grid penalty for Lewis Hamilton. Meanwhile Red Bull is presenting a picture of stability with Max Verstappen committing his future from the new boss' first day in the office whilst McLaren charge full tilt with Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris in peak form...but the Aussie roaring louder. It's all about who's ready to own this “Temple of Speed.” Expect Williams to blast past their 2017 targets with Racing Bulls and Aston Martin lurking for surprise points. #f1 #italiangp #formula1 #f1news #f1latest #formulaone #italiangrandprix #f1predictions #predictions #maxverstappen #redbullracing #mclaren #charlesleclerc #redbull #f12025 #formula12025 #mercedes #lewishamilton #landonorris #mclaren #georgerussell My 2025 F1 Italian Grand Prix Preview & PREDICTIONSMy Predictions for the 2025 F1 Italian Grand Prixhttps://youtu.be/XVMJhLwMKns
What a race at Zandvoort. One that had safety cars, heartbreak and quite a lot to process after a month away...Climb the ladder with me over on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsThe Dutch Grand Prix gave us Isack Hadjar's standout podium as Oscar Piastri's flawless grand slam became a reality and Max Verstappen rebounded after Hungary. Alex Albon, Haas and Aston Martin seized their chances while Yuki Tsunoda fought through adversity and Franco Colapinto nearly scored his first F1 points for Alpine. As for Lando Norris's devastating mechanical failure? I cover that too plus Ferrari's Turn 3 chaos.Whether you're following the Red Bull junior pipeline, rooting for the McLaren resurgence or tracking the fierce fight for points in the midfield, I will tell you who won, lost, were meh and who was solid. The 2025 F1 Dutch Grand Prix WINNERS & LOSERShttps://youtu.be/1X85VZQVEBM
The 2025 Dutch GP qualifying was one for the history books with Oscar Piastri edging Lando Norris for pole.Climb the ladder with me over on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsThe McLarens lock out the front row with Oscar Piastri snatching pole from Lando Norris by just one hundredth of a second. Max Verstappen's strong comeback puts him in P3, while strategy and tire choices look set to play a huge role in Sunday's race. Isaac Hadjar and Liam Lawson impress with standout performances for Racing Bulls right when the midfield pack couldn't get any tighter whilst Carlos Sainz finds renewed motivation to secure a top ten start at Alex Albon's expense. Meanwhile, Fernando Alonso's hopes for a top five are dashed whilst Lance Stroll's weekend unravelled disastrously with TWO CRASHES.Who else won, lost or just were plain meh?The 2025 F1 Dutch GP Qualifying WINNERS & LOSERShttps://youtu.be/nt1z--xp1ik
McLaren is sitting on a powder keg of performance and politics.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsThe orange squad's constructors defense depends on a fragile peace between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri...and for it to last for YEARS. How? Equal-status team orders, a record-breaking Mastercard deal securing the team's future and the management's hands-off approach, THAT is what ideally keeps both drivers pushing flat out without taking each other out ALL the way to Abu Dhabi. The two-alpha gamble similar to historic partnerships like Senna and Prost/Hamilton and Rosberg and Zak Brown's desire to outshine Ron Dennis.#f1 #mclarenf1 #formula1 #formulaone #mclaren #mclarenf1team #landonorris #oscarpiastri #piastri #norris #f1latest #f1news #f12025 #formula12025 #f1updates #f1drama What's REALLY Going On With McLaren?https://youtu.be/o1PSTnqVjLYCan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sergio Perez is rewriting the story of his Formula 1 career.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsCheco's partnership with Valtteri Bottas is primarily about experience and goodwill for the Cadillac F1 project. Why DID Cadillac pick two of the paddock's most seasoned drivers and how are this pairing set to transform the team's reputation both on and off the track? #f1 #sergioperez #checoperez #formula1 #formulaone #f12026 #f12025 #cadillacf1 #cadillac #valtteribottas #perez #bottas #redbullracing #f1news #f1latest #f1drama #f1updates #f1teams #f1latest Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Checo's Red Bull revenge arc has begunhttps://youtu.be/ZnJYPkNHa-ABrand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Front‑row urgency and high‑stakes drama are need for these five F1 drivers for the rest of the 2025 outing!Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsFront‑row urgency meets high‑stakes drama as we break down why Franco Colapinto, Carlos Sainz, Lewis Hamilton, Yuki Tsunoda and rookie Kimi Antonelli face a pivotal second half of 2025 that could define their careers in the short to medium term. Franco? Just one point could prove his worth in a struggling Alpine. Sainz? The pressure is intense to respond to Albon AND for Williams to step up on reliability. Hamilton? Sharpen qualifying and tame public self‑criticism to regain momentum at Ferrari. Meanwhile, Tsunoda must convert raw pace into consistent Q3 appearances at Red Bull while Mercedes rookie Antonelli has to stack up enough solid points to regain confidence lost in Europe.Each driver is walking a tightrope.#f1 #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #lewishamilton #carlossainz #kimiantonelli #yukitsunoda #francocolapinto #f1news #f1latest #f12026 #f1drama5 F1 Drivers Cooking Under Pressure in 2025https://youtu.be/lLaFjfhf-sYCan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
F1 is back and the Dutch Grand Prix hosts its return...and another McLaren 1-2, perhaps?Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsAfter a long break, Formula 1 returns to Zandvoort for the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix with major headlines shaking up the grid. Cadillac's potential lineup with Perez and Bottas is one thing but IndyCar champion Alex Palou is reportedly being considered to join Red Bull in the near future. What could that mean for Red Bull's future, including the ongoing legal fight with McLaren and how he stacks up as North America's most bankable single-seater talent. Plus, we spotlight Lewis Hamilton's fresh mindset as he finds his feet at Ferrari and what that could spell for the season's second half.#f1 #dutchgp #formula1 #f1news #f1latest #formulaone #dutchgrandprix #f1predictions #predictions #maxverstappen #redbullracing #mclaren #oscarpiastri #redbull #f12025 #formula12025 #landonorris #mclaren #georgerussell #alexpalou My 2025 F1 Dutch Grand Prix Preview & PREDICTIONSMy Predictions for the 2025 F1 Dutch Grand Prixhttps://youtu.be/sEX6nvzoJ88
Now Valtteri Bottas is being linked with Cadillac's 2026 F1 debut alongside Checo Perez, the deal supposedly almost done.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsCadillac F1 is lining up a veteran pairing as reports from Formula.hu and RacingNews365 point to Valtteri Bottas joining Sergio Perez. A safe lineup, of sorts, going against the previous thoughts regarding Mario Andretti's ideal, but it CAN be smart for a brand new team in a Netflix era that rewards familiarity and clean storylines.#f1 #formula1 #valtteribottas #sergioperez #checo #checoperez #cadillac #cadillacf1 #f1news #formulaone #f1latest #f1updates #f1drivers #f1driver #f1drama #f1rumors Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hamilton sounds harsh on TV but inside Ferrari he is methodical and trusted.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsFerrari boss Fred Vasseur paints a different picture of Lewis Hamilton than the headlines do. The post-session quotes can spike the mood but the briefings are calm. Behind closed doors he is sending word across Maranello with lessons from Mercedes...but the media tend to focus on one thing.This season is an integration job under a cost cap, not some kind of fancy magic switch. Ferrari admits it underprepared for his arrival and Hamilton's push has to live alongside Charles Leclerc's preferences. That means parallel optimisation now and big gains targeted for the 2026 reset. Walking away would bin hard-won learning and cash, so the smart play is persistence. We have seen it pay off before with Alonso once Aston improved and with Schumacher's late-run resurgence at Mercedes.Don't Take Lewis Hamilton Seriouslyhttps://youtu.be/RbVsOwZXJjA#f1 #lewishamilton #formula1 #formulaone #ferrari #scuderiaferrari #f1news #f1latest #f1updates #f1drama #charlesleclerc #leclerc #ferrarif1 #f12025 #f12026Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Helmut Marko says Hulkenberg was THIS CLOSE to the 2021 Red Bull seat...until Sergio Perez changed everything.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsHelmut Marko has finally said it on the record. Nico Hulkenberg was on the brink of partnering Max Verstappen in the RB16B for 2021, helped by his ServusTV link and a reputation as a safe bank for points to respond to Mercedes. Then Perez won in Bahrain, momentum swung and Red Bull chose recent proof at the sharp end. We all now wonder how close the talks REALLY got, why team chemistry mattered and whether Nico's driving style might have clicked faster with that car than Checo's did.This story also fits a larger pattern in Nico's career. Timing kept shutting the door just as it opened.Helmut Marko Drops HUGE Red Bull-Hulkenberg Bombshellhttps://youtu.be/6sqWa9C-SG0https://youtu.be/6sqWa9C-SG0#f1 #maxverstappen #verstappen #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #nicohulkenberg #hulkenberg #redbullracing #redbullf1 #helmutmarko #f1news #f1latest #f1updates #f1rumors #f1drama #sergioperez #checoperez #checo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Max stays for now but Red Bull is changing fast and Alex Albon is suddenly part of the story.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsWith Christian Horner out and Laurent Mekies running the shop while Helmut Marko steps into co-director, the tone inside Milton Keynes looks different. Verstappen calls this a slight rebuild, not a teardown but that shift, plus pressure and pride from Red Bull's Thai side and a government keen on a Bangkok race, puts Albon back in the frame perhaps. Would he actually bite? James Vowles keeps spotlighting Albon's growth at Williams where consistency has tightened up and results back it up against serious company. This is why sponsors care and why his stock keeps climbing.Add the Thailand connection and a growing Southeast Asia fanbase and you get a sporting and commercial package that makes sense. If this all clicks, Albon becomes a credible leader in a new chapter.#f1 #maxverstappen #alexalbon #formula1 #formulaone #redbullracing #alexanderalbon #f1news #f1latest #f12025 #williamsf1 #f12026 #f1drama #christianhorner #albon #redbullf1 #redbull Red Bull's Next Big Gamble After Hornerhttps://youtu.be/vv4fOSXEGJo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Liam Lawson's turning things around...but the F1 fans don't seem to care.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsLiam Lawson's journey back to the Formula 1 spotlight is rewriting his reputation but the racing world has barely noticed. After a tough spell at Red Bull and a return to the junior ranks, Lawson has clawed his way into the conversation by consistently scoring points for Racing Bulls, keeping the team within the midfield battle for P6 alongside Sauber and Aston Martin. A breakthrough with new front suspension and stronger support from team principal Alan Permane have helped Lawson find his rhythm...and it could help Red Bull Racing out and their quest to keep Max Verstappen.#f1 #liamlawson #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #maxverstappen #isackhadjar #yukitsunoda #redbullracing #laurentmekies #christianhorner #redbullf1 #redbull #f1news #f1latest #f1updates #f1drama Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix turned the F1 world upside down with yet another Lando Norris twist AND some surprise winners...and big losers.Climb the ladder with me over on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsMcLaren celebrated a landmark 200th victory in F1 as Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri delivered a commanding 1-2 finish, showing off perfect teamwork and strategy as Ferrari folded in awkward fashion. Gabriel Bortoleto stole the spotlight with a career-best drive to sixth holding off legends and proving he's here to stay as a rapidly interesting rookie. Aston Martin bounced back into form with strong finishes from Alonso and Stroll while George Russell secured another podium for Mercedes thanks to going back on failing upgrades and cooler weather. Liam Lawson continued to raise eyebrows with another points finish keeping the Racing Bulls in the midfield battle and Isack Hadjar wishing for better fortunes.The action-packed weekend wasn't all celebrations though as Ferrari and Charles Leclerc failed to convert a pole to a shock win and just...lost it. Not as badly as Red Bull though who struggled with grip and strategy with Verstappen and Tsunoda missing out on all but two points...oh dear! Williams, Haas and Alpine all endured tough races too...
Current F3 championship leader Rafael Camara opens up about his season and the mindset driving him toward the title...as well as a tasty snack idea! Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsIn this exclusive interview, Brazil's Rafael Camara talks through the highs and lows of his rookie Formula 3 season with Trident. Rafael shares how he's stayed focused, consistent and motivated throughout. He also reflects on the emotional moments like his Monaco heartbreak, the support from his parents and his journey with the Scuderia Ferrari Driver Academy.Beyond racing, Rafael reveals his life outside the cockpit and the deep connection he shares with his engineer. Thanks to his consistency in 2025, Rafael's story is one of momentum and precision as he pushes forward towards F2 in 2026...and the eyes of the world ever-turning his way. MORE Brazilians please! Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644EXCLUSIVE: F3 Title Leader Rafael Camara Talks Ferrari and Bananashttps://youtu.be/2Nig5pXEr9c#f3 #rafaelcamara #formula3 #f1 #formula1 #scuderiaferrari #camara #driverinterview Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The 2025 Belgian Grand Prix gave me a headache. Sure it was delayed a lot but McLaren kept me on edge!Climb the ladder with me over on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsOscar Piastri stamped his authority at Spa with a telling response to Lando Norris on Sunday as well as a standout Sprint pole, leading McLaren to their first 1-2 at this track in over two decades. Leclerc struck back for Ferrari after a rough Silverstone, outpacing Verstappen in the main race, suggesting their upgrade might have potential in the second half of 2025. Alex Albon impressed again defending brilliantly from Hamilton while Liam Lawson and Gabriel Bortoleto quietly continued their rise in the midfield bringing home crucial points for their teams; and Hamilton reminded fans what he can do with a car dialed in when he needed it.On the other side, Mercedes struggled more heavily than expected whilst Aston Martin floundered with poor execution and Carlos Sainz? Once again hampered by a string of strategy blunders. Tsunoda and Hulkenberg had promising moments but were ultimately let down by missed calls. Who else won, lost or were meh this weekend? Let's discuss!
F1's silly season is not over! Red Bull is keeping its head down whilst Mercedes proves to be the loud ones for once.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsRed Bull is in a state of quiet transformation, refocusing under new leadership and aiming to put the drama behind them. With Christian Horner gone and Laurent Mekies now leading the charge, Max Verstappen's loyalty to Red Bull appears stronger than in a long time.Meanwhile, Mercedes isn't backing down from the headlines. Despite Toto Wolff's claims that George Russell and Kimi Antonelli are the future, ongoing contract uncertainty and whispers from the Mercedes board AND George Russell especially have kept the Verstappen-to-Mercedes saga alive. #f1 #maxverstappen #georgerussell #totowolff #kimiantonelli #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #f12026 #redbullracing #mercedesamg #mercedesf1 #f1news #f1latest #f1updates #f1rumors #f1dramaCan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aston Martin's future in Formula 1 looked bleak...but then Adrian Newey turned up. Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsAston Martin nearly missed the boat on the 2026 F1 regulations before legendary designer Adrian Newey arrived to overhaul the project. Newey's arrival came just in time with the team WAY behind on development thanks to, perhaps, major crises the last two seasons. How IS he taking control of every aspect of the AMR26? Why do both Fernando Alonso and Andy Cowell believe this could be a turning point for the team? Has the team managed to turn the corner simply with his presence in place...it certainly seems so!The drama of Lance Stroll's negativity is there though, plus the pressure of Alonso's legacy, we cover the real challenges here and what needs to happen for Aston Martin to avoid another season of frustration. Discover what Newey's ‘design trance' really means for the future...and if he has saved us from losing Alonso next season. #f1 #fernandoalonso #lancestroll #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #f12026 #astonmartinf1team #astonmartin #adriannewey #f1news #f1latest #f1updates #f1drama #formula12025 Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A major Verstappen to Mercedes source backpedals his claims as the wider world turns back to Red Bull.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsNelson Piquet Jr, Max Verstappen's brother-in-law, loudly claimed a Mercedes deal was done...only to now backpedalling his claim; his guess now as good as ours! As negotiations between Verstappen, Red Bull, and Mercedes heat up, the talk seems to be leaning back toward Max staying put. Red Bull is reshaping itself to be more to Max's liking and technical changes for 2026 make any transfer risky. Even Toto Wolff admits the odds of landing Verstappen aren't great and the Dutch star himself is keeping his cards close. We won't know for weeks, folks!Red Bull's recent upgrades and Ford partnership are giving Verstappen more reasons to stay, while Mercedes is dealing with present reliability issues and its rivals attempting other grand deeds with their 2026 engines. #f1 #redbullracing #christianhorner #redbull #maxverstappen #yukitsunoda #f1news #formula1 #formulaone #f1drama #f1rumours #f1latest #f1updates #f12025 #verstappen #laurentmekies #visacashapprb #racingbulls #formula12025 Verstappen Transfer Talk Just Got Even Messierhttps://youtu.be/KaK4T0acc1wCan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Spa could be the turning point of the season as Red Bull, Ferrari, McLaren and Mercedes are keen to stamp down the smack down before the summer.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsWith Red Bull bringing crucial upgrades and new leadership to Spa, all eyes are on whether Max Verstappen can regain momentum at his home away from home or the team has continued its spiral. McLaren arrives as the team to beat, fresh off back-to-back wins, while Oscar Piastri looks to channel his frustration from Silverstone into a statement victory here and in Budapest next week. Both tracks which served him well in his rookie outings. Ferrari's bold suspension changes around Mugello debut also and Mercedes' strong performance in cooler conditions promise to shake up the top five, while weather and Pirelli's new tyre strategy add layers of unpredictability to the weekend.Fernando Alonso's resurgence in the midfield could bring the team vital points whilst Antonelli's bid for points with Mercedes continues, this preview breaks down the form guide discussed the latest news and who I think will score and ultimately contest for the win!#f1 #belgiangp #formula1 #f1news #f1latest #formulaone #belgiangrandprix #f1predictions #predictions #maxverstappen #redbullracing #mclaren #landonorris #redbull #f12025 #formula12025 #mercedes #lewishamilton #oscarpiastriThe 2025 F1 Belgian Grand Prix Preview & PREDICTIONSMy Predictions for the 2025 F1 Belgian Grand Prixhttps://youtu.be/6OPpDPNJ1R0Join the VS Posse today!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKXm93J-6YEUEBs8WlLagrA/join
Esteban Ocon has quietly become one of the most compelling stories of the season. Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsDespite his low-key presence, Ocon has already matched his points tally from his last year with Alpine with races to spare, while settling into a much more supportive and responsive environment. This video breaks down why Ocon's move to Haas could be the best decision of his career and how his partnership with race engineer Laura Mueller has become one of the most positive in the paddock. Also Toyota's technical partnership is about to take both team and driver to new heights thanks to even more collaboration between them in regards to the use of Fuji Speedway. Did Ocon get out of Alpine's team culture at the right time? It simply makes the dramatic difference at Haas all the more stark. That being said, could he relapse into the Ocon of old and potentially cause fireworks with Oliver Bearman and others? Well, I personnaly doubt that but...never say never.#f1 #estebanocon #formula1 #formulaone #haas #haasf1team #haasf1 #oliverbearman #ocon #alpinef1 #alpine #alpinef1team #pierregasly #f1news #f1latest #f12025 #f1updates #f1drama Esteban Ocon's redemption arc has begunhttps://youtu.be/E8Z7EtNh5iwCan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The F1 2025 season has delivered shock wins, heartbreaking losses and career-defining moments—and we're only halfway through.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsSurprise podiums and unexpected championship leaders to teams struggling at the back of the grid, the first 12 races of the Formula 1 2025 season have given fans plenty to talk about. Oscar Piastri is leading the charge in only his third season, while George Russell's leadership at Mercedes and Nico Hulkenberg's long-awaited podium have turned heads across the paddock. Alex Albon's comeback at Williams and Isack Hadjar's rise for Red Bull are good in my book. On the other hand, Lando Norris is hanging on in the title race despite a rollercoaster yearThe other end of the spectrum is full of tough luck and tough questions. Carlos Sainz's move to Williams isn't paying off, Alpine is stuck at the back with a car that refuses to cooperate and even Fernando Alonso felt the pressure so far this year. Max Verstappen, despite flashes of brilliance, is finding wins hard to come by in a struggling Red Bull team. Who else won, lost or did...meh?Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644#f1 #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #wnl #winnersandlosers #maxverstappen #oscarpiastri #landonorris #redbullracing #mclarenf1 Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mercedes is already ripe for speculation...but now are we witnessing a turning point for Kimi Antonelli? Why isn't Toto Wolff nipping the rumours in the bud amidst the Verstappen talk?Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsToto Wolff's long-term plan for Kimi Antonelli is being questioned as rumours swirl around 2026. After a string of tough DNFs and mounting speculation about a possible Max Verstappen move to the Mercedes team, talk is starting to grow around KIMI being moved out instead of George Russell; who had been the talk of the town in that department. How has this happened? Mercedes' silence is fueling transfer gossip and self-doubt for their handpicked young star.With the spotlight on George Russell and growing talk of loan deals, the stakes are high for Mercedes as they try to shape their next era. Will they honor their commitment to Antonelli or send him off to boarding school at Alpine...and run the risk of losing him a la Esteban Ocon?#f1 #maxverstappen #georgerussell #totowolff #kimiantonelli #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #redbullracing #mercedesamg #mercedesf1 #f1news #f1latest #f1updates #f1rumors #f1drama Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Max Verstappen's wants and needs seem to already be realised if their new boss' first act is to be believed.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsRed Bull Racing is in the middle of a major and perhaps long needed shakeup with Christian Horner sidelined and Laurent Mekies stepping up to lead. How does Mekies' new approach potentially wind up being the turning point that finally gives Verstappen the car and support he's been demanding for years now? Long-overdue simulator upgrades that could lead to smarter practice sessions and fresh parts for Spa might show that everything is geared toward making Red Bull as a team and their star driver happy. Plus, we look at how a more technical, less political culture is forming under Mekies, and why even Helmut Marko is starting to back his drivers rather than blame them. Good news for Yuki Tsunoda!With Verstappen's future on the line, Red Bull's new strategy could stabilize both the team and the driver lineup this season and next!#f1 #redbullracing #christianhorner #redbull #maxverstappen #yukitsunoda #f1news #formula1 #formulaone #f1drama #f1rumours #f1latest #f1updates #f12025 #verstappen #laurentmekies #visacashapprb #racingbulls #formula12025 Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Max Verstappen Might Actually Like This https://youtu.be/m3XmsUckCxIBrand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Toto Wolff is quietly shaping next year's season as Checo settles in with F1's newest team.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsSilly season is coming, folks! With reports that Sergio Perez is set to join Cadillac and that Mick Schumacher and Valtteri Bottas are the two final candidates in the frame for the seat next to him, it's clear Wolff's influence could stretch to even more teams! As George Russell faces contract uncertainty and Kimi Antonelli navigates a shaky phase of his rookie year, the Mercedes boss is orchestrating a bold strategy that could see him shape nearly a quarter of the grid. All of this while h's off pursuing Max Verstappen on his superyacht!How does Wolff's relationships with Bottas, Schumacher and now Alpine create new alliances and opportunities? And how does Perez's big move benefit both Cadillac and General Motors' global ambitions? With Red Bull under pressure and Mercedes quietly repositioning, the 2026 season could see a huge change, even bigger than THIS YEAR!#f1 #maxverstappen #georgerussell #totowolff #kimiantonelli #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #redbullracing #mercedesamg #mercedesf1 #canadagp #canadiangp #f1news #f1latest #f1updates #f1rumors #f1drama Toto Wolff Just Lit the Fuse for 2026https://youtu.be/mJ-fQiQLxRICan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Christian Horner's next move could be to save Alpine from its biggest crisis yet.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsPierre Gasly's candid frustration has exposed just how deep Alpine's problems run, with leadership chaos amidst an urgent need of direction. This video breaks down why Christian Horner, fresh from Red Bull and still at the center of the F1 world, might be the game-changer Alpine desperately needs. However, there are plenty of power plays to discuss involving Flavio Briatore, legal hurdles and the all-important 2026 regulations. Horner's possible arrival at Alpine could signal a total reset for a struggling team and MAYBE the kind of control he never had at Red Bull.With Gasly's future hanging in the balance and Alpine's F1 hopes fading fast, could Horner be the missing piece that changes everything for Enstone?#f1 #redbullracing #christianhorner #alpinef1 #alpine #alpinef1team #pierregasly #maxverstappen #yukitsunoda #f1news #formula1 #formulaone #f1drama #f1rumours #f1latest #f1updates #f12025 #verstappen #laurentmekies #visacashapprb #racingbulls #formula12025 Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The power at Red Bull Racing has shifted. Max Verstappen is now firmly in pole position. Both on AND off the track.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsWith Christian Horner out, Red Bull Racing is undergoing its biggest transformation since it began. Hoping to perhaps place Max Verstappen at the center of the team's future. The main political obstacle for the Dutchman is gone, giving him perhaps more influence than ever and a renewed sense of control over his career path. As Laurent Mekies takes over and Helmut Marko regains his status as Verstappen's strongest ally, Red Bull is reorienting itself to keep its star happy and hungry for a potential rebuild. The stability of the engineering team, a more collaborative environment AND a familiar place to work are tempting prospects. Yuki Tsunoda could also benefit as well as the landscape between Red Bull and Mercedes intensifies and contract talks could be reset! The next phase of the power struggle between Toto and Red Bull has begun. #f1 #redbullracing #christianhorner #redbull #maxverstappen #yukitsunoda #f1news #formula1 #formulaone #f1drama #f1rumours #f1latest #f1updates #f12025 #verstappen #laurentmekies #visacashapprb #racingbulls #formula12025 Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKRed Bull Just Became Max Verstappen's Team. For Real This Time.https://youtu.be/Zb3bnA2ZAS4Wear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sauber's transformation in its final season has set the stage for Audi's ambitious F1 entry, turning heads across the paddock and reigniting fan excitement.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsNico Hulkenberg's podium at Silverstone signals a major shift for Sauber in their final year before Audi sticks its badge on it properly. Could you call 2025 its first season since they own this team 100%? Anyway! Jonathan Wheatley's calm leadership and Mattia Binotto's quiet oversight has clearly done something for the better after a year of mishaps and political drama. As a result, we've got ourselves a team who has a lot going for them, drivers Nico and Gabriel Bortoleto thriving as a partnership AND the Audi/Qatari investors very much liking what they are seeing with the upgrades brought in and increase in performance overall.This is no longer a fluke, my friend. What we are seeing in a team which is looking quite prepared for 2026...and Red Bull and Carlos Sainz must be kicking themselves right now. Sauber's Last Stand Is ✨GLORIOUS✨https://youtu.be/Wq3u6LrYino#f1 #nicohulkenberg #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #sauberf1 #sauber #gabrielbortoleto #bortoleto #hulkenberg #f1news #f1latest #stakef1 #audif1 #audi #f1updates #f1drama #britishgp Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Christian Horner has been fired from Red Bull! The team, as we knew it, is finished. What will come of it next?Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsChristian Horner's exit from Red Bull is now official and the consequences for F1 are massive.Who stands to gain and who could lose the most from one of the sport's biggest shakeups in recent years? With Laurent Mekies stepping up as the new team principal, everything is about to change, both for Red Bull's senior team and for the entire junior driver system. Could this be enough to keep Max Verstappen within the team? Might this give Yuki Tsunoda some time to find himself with the RB21? How do the next generation of Red Bull talent benefit?#f1 #redbullracing #christianhorner #redbull #maxverstappen #yukitsunoda #f1news #formula1 #formulaone #f1drama #f1rumours #f1latest #f1updates #f12025 #verstappen #laurentmekies #visacashapprb #racingbulls #formula12025 Christian Horner SACKED by Red Bull: The Winners and Losershttps://youtu.be/uEEXDy4067cCan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lance Stroll's future at Aston Martin has never looked shakier.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsToday I break down the mounting pressure surrounding Lance Stroll. Yes, that again! This time it's his candid radio outbursts and post-race frustrations which are the focus; the dramatic shift in Aston Martin's ambitions with new sponsors and legendary figures like Adrian Newey joining the team could be the Canadian's undoing. His public attitude and “checked out” demeanor are clashing with the team's vision could be out of step with the deals with Honda, Aramco and major investors . These folks demand top-tier professionalism, motivation and results...which many doubt Lance can deliver for 2026. Fernando Alonso's energy and resilience only highlights Stroll's growing disconnect even more!!With George Russell being linked to his seat and team management surely losing patience with negative attitudes, the countdown to a major shakeup could be on. Can't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644#f1 #lancestroll #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #astonmartinf1team #fernandoalonso #alonso #stroll #formula12025 #f1rumors #f1latest #f1news #f1updates #f1update #f1drama #britishgp #britishgrandprix #astonmartin Lance Stroll has checked outhttps://youtu.be/N0--9_RSnXMBrand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.