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The DRS Zone is a mix of past, present, and future daily racing stories in motorsport from Formula 1, IndyCar and beyond. Hosts Denzel from the United Kingdom and Rhett from the United States provide a unique comical contrast in viewpoints which enhances

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    • Sep 2, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 28m AVG DURATION
    • 66 EPISODES


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    Monza GP Preview with F1 Barstool

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2023 31:27


    F1 Barstool is back to preview this weekends race at Monza. We catch up and talk the major storylines in F1 and this weekend. 4:00 Did Max undercut Checo or did Red Bull undercut Checo? 6:00 Is Monza Cursed? 8:30 Ferrari Expectations 10:15 Albon to Ferrari?! 14:15 Bartstool Storylines to Follow

    Austria GP Preview with Ricky Ricciardo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2023 42:36


    Special guest Ricky Ricciardo from Sector 4 Podcast joins the show. We talk about his thoughts on the 2023 Formula 1 Season, Red Bull Ring Being Over Rated, Best Current Driver for HOT LAP Pace, and predictions for the race this weekend! Twitter: Sector 4 Podcast Twitter: Daily Racing Stories

    Canadian GP Review with F1Barstool

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 45:59


    F1Barstool made it to the Canadian Grand Prix. (0:00) We discuss his trip to Montreal from a massive layover to the vibe of the city before the race. Barstool gives his insights for anyone considering traveling in the future. (16:24) Race Talk (20:00) Trackside merch prices (23:15) Track security (35:40) Barstool's HERO and ZERO of the weekend (42:10) Final Thoughts Follow Barstool on Twitter: Follow Rhett on Twitter:

    Canadian Grand Prix Preview with @F1Barstool | Episode 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 31:41


    In this episode @F1Barstool and @rhett_baylor break down the Canadian Grand Prix (~20 minute mark) with expectations, predictions and driver line up hot takes (Danny Ric back in a Red Bull seat?!?!?!) Prior to breaking down the Canadian GP, we talk about Barstools' trip to the Canadian Grand Prix and what expectations he is packing for the weekend. We review the biggest story from each race after the Australian Grand Prix and how this season has faired from a competitive standpoint.

    DRS Zone Intro

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2023 1:10


    DRS Zone Opener

    Brian Henton: F1 Fastest Lap Legend

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2023 3:50


    In this Daily Racing Story, RJ talks about former F1 Driver Brian Henton. Why was he a F1 Fastest Lap Legend? Listen to find out!

    Australian Grand Prix Preview with Ahmed

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2023 42:45


    After some technical difficulties Ahmed and RJ kick it off with what to expect in Australia. We go over last weeks race in Jeddah, a unique stat about Fernando Alonso with past drivers, which driver from each driver pairing will do better this week and discuss the FIA's recent officiating. Follow the DRS Zone on twitter here Follow Ahmed on twitter here

    Who is Bernadette Collins?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2023 5:18


    If you saw a new face on Sky Sports this weekend, then it was likely Bernadette Collins. On this episode we go through the incredible life of Bernadette Collins with her journey into Formula 1

    The Best Irish Sponsor in F1 History: Guinness

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2023 2:38


    Daily Racing Story of the day: Ireland's greatest sponsor in the history of F1.

    2023 Jeddah Grand Prix Preview and Season Opener Review with @F1Barstool

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2023 48:11


    In this episode host @F1Barstool joins us to talk about the more recent events in F1 from the season opener, Mercedes' Fan Letter, Ferrari's issues, and what to except from each team this weekend in Jeddah. Time Stamp Sections: 4:15 Mercedes Fan Letter 14:00 Ferrari's Situation  23:00 Jedah 2022 Race Recap 24:00 Ferrari Human Error? 26:00 Team Expectations in Jeddah 2023 45:50 Best F1 Apps: Box Box  Follow us on social media: Host: @rhett_baylor Guest: @F1Barstool Podcast: @_thedrszone

    Bahrain GP Review with @F1Barstool | Season 2 Episode 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 61:23


    @F1Barstool and @rhett_baylor go over this past race weekend at the Bahrain Grand Prix. We give a race breakdown team by team along with the hot topic conversations from this past weekend from Red Bulls' Dominance, F1 fans throwing in the towel on their teams, Fandom in the United States, and much more!

    F1 2023 Season / Bahrain Grand Prix Pre-View

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023 18:14


    New to Formula 1? Been watching for years? In this episode RJ covers your preview for the 2023 season with storylines from pre-season testing to the upcoming first race of the season at the Bahrain Grand Prix. You won't want to miss this episode! Follow us on social media: @_thedrszone

    What to Watch at Pre-Season Testing at Bahrain

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 10:27


    What to watch out for at Pre-Season Testing in Bahrain? Listen and find out. Link to a breakdown of the TechHeads F1 Mercedes W14 Double Hump Cover https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jg1koBb03yY&feature=youtu.be Follow us on social media. Twitter Instagram

    Formula 1 fandom with Ahmed

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2023 26:54


    In this episode, we chat (again) with Ahmed about his Formula 1 fandom, 2023 predictions and what newer fans of Formula 1 should watch to learn more about the sport. Follow us on social media @_thedrszonepodcast Follow Ahmed on social media

    Saudi Arabian GP 2022 and Jeddah Attacks , PiF overtake on Formula 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2023 21:12


    In this episode, we chat with Ahmed, a Jeddah local, about the events of the 2022 Jeddah Grand Prix, the bombing that took place nearby, and the Saudi's recent bid to buy Formula 1. Follow us on social media @_thedrszone Follow Ahmed on social media

    HAAS Expectations for 2023 | S2. Ep 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2023 10:36


    HAAS has been the doormat of F1 in recent seasons. Last year the team found some success, yet will 2023 be a better year? RJ breaks down the 2022 season for HAAS and his opinion about HAAS can have success in 2023

    Logan Sargeant IS a "Pay Driver" | Season 2 Episode 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2023 7:29


    In the toxicity of Formula 1 Fans on social media, I have been hearing that Logan Sergeant is a PAY DRIVER. Well, what is a "pay driver" and is Logan one? Let's make the case for both sides and set the record straight.

    Red Bulls Biggest Competition in 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2023 4:20


    Who does Helmet Marco see as Red Bulls biggest completion in 2023?

    Two Icons. One Pursuit. Andretti & Cadillac in F1?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2023 9:29


    Breaking news on January 5th at 10:32 AM...Andretti and Cadillac announce a BID into F1. RJ reads the official press release and goes over previous FIA requirements to join F1.

    F1 at COTA & Mexico, Verstappen Dominance, and Loony Toons| Ep. 43

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 12:55


    In this episode, RJ breaks down stories from on and off the grid the past two weeks...mostly revolving around Max Verstappen winning, a former guest of the DRS Zone Podcast (check out episode 41), and a Loony Toon Moment from this past weekend. Check us out on Twitter and IG: @_thedrszone

    This Week in F1: Red Bull Cost Cap, Daniel Ricciardo, Latifi, and the Denver Broncos | Ep. 42

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 8:44


    What has been going on recently in F1? Well...a few different stories surfacing more recently. Listen to it all here...Share your story as well: Twitter: @_thedrszone Instagram: @_thedrszone

    The Biggest Latifi Fan in the United States | Ep. 41

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 23:04


    Deals are Deals. Chaz from Kansas made a deal earlier this season to get a Latifi tattoo if he made it into the points. Latifi did and Chaz got a tattoo. We talk about his fandom in F1, how he became a Williams fan, and his views on Williams for the 2022 season and beyond. Be sure to give Chaz a follow on Twitter. Have a daily racing story with sharing? Let us know!

    The Oldest Driver in F1 History Isn't Mario Andretti | Ep. 40

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2022 6:50


    Mario Andretti at the age of 82 recently hopped into a McLaren via McLaren CEO Zak Brown. This may make him the oldest former F1 driver to drive a F1 car, yet he is not the oldest driver to ever have driven in F1. Find out who is on this episode of Daily Racing Stories Twitter: @_thedrszone Instagram: @_thedrszone Website: https://www.podpage.com/dailyracingstories/

    A Case of Deja Vu?! | Ep. 40

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2022 2:14


    A Case of Deja Vu (in F1)?! What do Michael Schumacher, Fernando Alonso, Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen all have in common? Well...deja vu is one thing. Find out on this Daily Racing Story.

    Championship Deciding Tracks in F1 & Max Verstappen Record | Ep. 38

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2022 4:47


    Max Verstappen recently wrapped up his second World Championship after winning Suzuka. As a result, a few records related to F1 have been broken? Which records? Tune in to find out! Share your daily racing story with us: @_thedrszone on Twitter and IG

    What is Happening in F1? | Ep. 37

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 53:11


    In this episode RJ is joined by Nick to talk about everything since our last episode. Nick being a seasoned fan of F1 and Ferrari (pre-Michael Schumacher) gives his take on the F1 Cost Cap, Verstappen's Latest Title, Daniel Ricciardo's Career, Mercedes, F1 going to Las Vegas, and what he thinks F1 needs to do to keep the sport alive. Listen to it all here in no particular order and let us know what you think

    What's Going On in F1 ? | Ep. 36

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 24:33


    What has been going on in F1? We go over it all: -Max Verstappen Success in 2022 with statistics -Daniel Ricciardo -Colton Herta F1 dreams ruined? -F1 calendar announced and reviewed -Is F1 getting TOO expensive? Twitter: @_thedrszone IG: @_thedrszone

    Belgian Grand Prix Review 2022: A Master Class |Ep. 35

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2022 13:49


    In this SparkNotes-like episode, RJ breaks down this past weekends race in under 13 minutes. Listen to it all from his take on Spa's contract extension to Martin Brundle's Grid Walk to Lewis Hamilton's crash to the Master Class put on by Max Verstappen. In addition, we share a daily racing story from Carly who met Seb Vettel this past weekend.

    Is Max Verstappen on pace to have the greatest season of all-time? | Ep. 36

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2022 8:05


    Is Max Verstappen on pace to have the greatest season of all-time?Well, this season is not over, so we do not know just yet. BUT we can compare what Verstappen has done in his RB18 so far this season. RJ goes over some numbers from historical F1 seasons from Schumacher to Hamilton to Vettel and beyond. Give it a listen and let us know what you think.

    Spa's Greatest Overtake | Ep. 34

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2022 6:16


    Did the greatest overtake in F1 history take place at Spa? RJ discusses this and changes to the circuit for this weekends Belgium GP.

    $100,000 for a race in Vegas?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 4:11


    RJ goes over recent news regarding the cost of entry to the 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix

    Piastri-gate, F1 Twitter and more with guest F1Diplomat | Ep. 33

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 55:10


    RJ is joined by guest F1 Diplomat to chat about McLaren's ongoing situation with Oscar Piastri. We touch on a lesser known story regarding a "Formula 1 Fan" faking cancer and more to take advantage of a F1 team. F1 Diplomat goes over his predictions for the second half of the season: Mercedes win in Brazil, Ferrari troubles, and 12 teams in F1? It's summer break...give this a listen and you won't regret it !

    Hungarian GP + Summer Break Review | Ep. 32

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 25:05


    It's been a minute since F1 has seen action. RJ breaks down the good, bad, and ugly from the Hungarian GP. He also goes over his take on recent developments from the retirement of Sebastian Vettel to Piastri-gate to Ferrari's troubles. If you need a easy going listen for F1 summer break listen away!

    Who was F1 Driver Cliff Allison and how does he know French?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2022 3:43


    In this Daily Racing Story, RJ talks about former British F1 Driver Cliff Allison. Cliff had only a brief three year career in Formula 1, yet the story of his crash during a practice session at the 1960 Monaco GP is something out of Grey's Anatomy

    French GP Review and Breakdown |Ep. 31

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 17:42


    In this episode, RJ goes over a full breakdown of the French Grand Prix from Charles Leclerc's crash to Red Bull's Success to a brief summary of Lewis Hamilton's F1 Career and much more. Give us a follow on social media: Twitter/Instagram: @_thedrszone

    French GP Preview |Ep. 30

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 17:12


    On this episode, we start off with a daily racing story about "The Grand Prix Priest" then transition into stories around the F1 grid, a history of the French GP, and then race statistics and predictions. If you need a SparkNotes summary of the French GP look no further and listen! Be sure to check us out on Twitter and IG @_thedrszone

    Austrian GP Review with @Sector4_F1 | Ep. 29

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2022 40:14


    In this episode RJ joins Ricky Ricciardo and Gaige from the @Sector4_F1 podcast to talk everything about this past week at the Austrian Grand Prix. Prior to talking breaking down the race with Sector 4, RJ breaks down recent happenings in F1 from the unofficial announcement of the South African GP, the Carlos Sainz Crash and racism in F1. Topics included in this episode: Ferrari's biggest competition, McLaren in trouble, Mick Schumacher, and much more!

    British Grand Prix Review | Ep. 28

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 23:47


    RJ (@rhett_baylor) recaps the CRAZY 2022 British Grand Prix from the crash on lap 1 to Carlos Sainz's first win in F1 to a brief race breakdown from Dr. Obbs

    Crypto & NFT's in Formula 1 | Ep. 27

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 67:23


    In this episode, RJ invites a NFT expert and a previous guest (Nick from Ep. 15) to chat crypto sponsorships and NFT's in Formula 1. We talk about current projects like Garage.XYZ who have created a NFT community with an ambitious aim to take over an F1 team? 2:30 What is an NFT? 7:00 NFT Lawsuits 12:30 Crypto Companies in F1 19:30 FOMO in F1 22:30 Garage XYZ 30:00 NFTs are dead? 34:00 Crypto NOT on F1 Merch? 37:00 Crypto.com revokes card benefits before MiamiGP 40:00 Andretti in F1 52:45 Fuzzy Felons 58:20 F1 Vegas

    Canadian GP Preview & History with special guests (Champagneandslicks & Dr. Obbs) | Ep. 26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 49:08


    In this episode RJ has guest Scott Russell from @champagneandslicks go over the history of the Canadian GP and the arguably the best drive in F1 History. Check out his website here as well https://champagneandslicks.com . RJ is joined by @dr_obbs (starts at 13:30 mark) for his analysis of last weeks AzerbaijanGP and porpoising experienced by drivers such as Lewis Hamilton. Does it have similar consequences to athletes such as CTE for players in the National Football League? Dr. Obbs breaks down the CanadianGP Circuit for which teams it is suited for...Red Bull *cough* *cough* and what to expect from this race. We also give our predictions for which driver will be on Pole, Podium, and (race) proposition.

    F1 in America w/ @Sector4_F1 | Ep. 24

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 48:37


    Special Guest Ricky Ricciardo of @Sector4_F1 joins The DRS Zone to chat Drive to Survive, Hard Knocks in F1, Alonson, Vegas, Daniel Ricciardo and much more. Timeline of the episode below: 2:20 Drive to Survive w/ DR3 7:30 F1 Redzone 9:45 Hard Knocks in F1? 12:00 Alonso 15:00 1 Rule for F1 24:00 F1 in Vegas 35:00 DR3 Career

    Azerbaijan GP Review & Issues in F1|Ep. 25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 26:27


    In this episode RJ goes over the Azerbaijan GP from podiums to DNFs. Topics discussed are included below! Be sure to follow us on social media... -Is Red Bull running away with the World Championship? -Lewis Hamilton's body aches (should the FIA get involved?) -Daniel Riccardo is BACK? -F1 Race Africa? -Who is in the bidding war for F1 Broadcasting rights?

    2022 Azerbaijan GPreview | Ep. 23

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 27:58


    Host of @_thedrszone , @rhettbaylor previews this weeks Azerbaijan Grand Prix. We go over the racing circuit history, best and worst F1 moments from Baku, Story Lines to Follow, and Daniel Ricciardo's struggles Follow Daily Racing Stories on all social media @_thedrszone

    This Week in F1 | Ep. 22

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2022 27:28


    RJ is back and goes over topics from the Monaco GP from Mick Schumacher's crash to Alono's Race Pace.

    Rory's Monaco GP Review: Rain, Pain, and Checo Gain| Ep. 21

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2022 27:10


    RJ is gone this weekend trying to find Daniel Ricciardo's Racing Mojo...so Rory breaks it down lap by lap from Ireland fresh after the Monaco GP. In this episode, Rory can barely catch his breath going over everything from a rainy weekend in Monaco. Hear it all here! Twitter: @_thedrszone IG: @_thedrszone Rory's Twitter: @Rdunne0

    Spanish GP Breakdown | Ep. 20

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2022 32:13


    RJ breaks down the Spanish Grand Prix including race winners and losers of the weekend. Topics covered include: Red Bull Race Orders, Lewis Hamilton's Drive, Daniel Ricciardo's Future, and Fan's misery post-race. We also go over some stats from the weekend and preview the Monaco GP from a stats perspective. Give us a follow on social media! Instagram: @_thedrszone Twitter: @_thedrszone

    The Best F1 Qualifying Lap Ever and Spanish GP Hot Seat with @F1Barstool |Ep. 19

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2022 36:42


    RJ and @F1Barstool breakdown the best F1 qualifying lap ever...but who drove it? And when? And where? We go over the Spanish GP and which driver is on the hot seat this weekend going into Barcelona. F1Barstool gives his take on the current state of sprint races and what could make them better in the future. Links to video mentioned in this episode: https://twitter.com/TheBishF1/status/1525779027377668096

    Miami GP Breakdown & More with Special Guest | Ep. 18

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2022 49:18


    RJ talks with @thef1diplomat about his fan experience in Miami for the Miami GP. We go over the stories from the Miami GP: F1 Pop Up Shop Prices, Football helmets with Dan Marino, a comparison of COTA to Miami, Driver of the Day, the Spanish GP and much more!

    Miami GP Strategy and Technical Review w/ Dr. Obbs | Ep. 17

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 58:42


    New to F1? Watched F1 before? Regardless this is the episode for you! Dr. Obbs, a PhD engineer, reviews the previous F1 race in Imola and goes over what to expect for this weekends race in Miami. He provides a technical analysis in an easy to follow a way for newer or seasoned F1 fans. Give it a listen! Topics we cover: Imola GP Results, F1 Development Curve, Miami GP Strategy and Predictions, Hamilton vs Russell, McLaren development, and Paris Hilton.

    This Week in F1 History | Ep. 16

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2022 10:22


    In this short and sweet episode, RJ goes over this past week historically in Formula 1 History. We may have missed a lot, but we hope it gives some historical context to how much history there is behind the sport along with engaging listeners

    Daily Racing Story: COTA 2021, Miami 2022, Vegas 2023 | Ep. 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2022 47:35


    In this episode RJ speaks with Nick from New York who talks about his experience paying TOP dollar for tickets to COTA in 2021. From the first 30 second preview, you'll learn his experience was NOT as expected. We talk about: issues Nick experienced at COTA, logistics around Formula 1 Races, predictions for Miami, and this 2022 season. Check us out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/_thedrszone Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_thedrszone/

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