The Haas Boys

Grande Kimi. That's the headline, and it deserves to be said twice. Kimi Antonelli just won his first Formula 1 Grand Prix in Shanghai, becoming the second youngest race winner in the sport's history — and doing it with the kind of composure that had the entire paddock on its feet. We'll talk about the commentator accidentally calling him Kimi Räikkönen (honestly, fair enough), how he handled the pressure of leading from the front after that near heart-attack moment at Turn 14, and why this kid already feels like something special.But Shanghai wasn't just the Kimi show. The Ferraris put on an absolute spectacle — Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc went wheel to wheel for lap after lap in a battle that was fierce, fair, and genuinely thrilling to watch. We'll break down how that fight played out and what it says about the dynamic inside the Scuderia right now.Then there's the sprint race: Russell extending his perfect start to 2026, Hamilton charging from fourth to lead, and the chaos of trying to set up these brand new cars on a sprint weekend with barely any practice. Ollie Bearman drove the wheels off the Haas for a stunning P5 in the race, Carlos Sainz dragged the Williams into the points, and Pierre Gasly continues his quietly excellent form at Alpine.And yes — we have to talk about McLaren. Both cars failed to even start the race after separate electrical failures on the Mercedes power units. Piastri hasn't started a Grand Prix in 2026. That's a crisis. We'll cover it.Two races in, and this season is already delivering drama we didn't expect this early. Let's get into it.

The 2026 era of Formula 1 is officially here — and it arrived with heartbreak, controversy, and Ferrari doing Ferrari things.The Australian Grand Prix delivered unbelievable wheel-to-wheel racing in its opening weekend under the new regulations, but the strategy calls from the pit wall in Maranello proved once again that the boys in red have a gift for turning good days into painful ones. We'll break down the full race from start to finish, including the home race curse that continues to haunt Australian drivers and the tension between George Russell and Charles Leclerc that's already bubbling over before we've even left Melbourne.Then there's the elephant on the grid: Max Verstappen has been vocal about his frustrations with the new regulations, and he's no longer singing solo. A growing chorus of drivers are joining him in questioning whether this rule set is actually delivering what it promised. Is the criticism fair this early, or are they just adjusting to a car they haven't figured out yet? We'll talk about it.First race in the books, plenty already on fire. Welcome to 2026.

The wait is over. Formula 1 is back, the regulations are new, and we have absolutely no idea what's going to happen — which is exactly how we like it.This week we're kicking off the 2026 season with everything that's been swirling around the paddock heading into Melbourne. Charles Leclerc got married, and we have thoughts. Drive to Survive dropped its eighth season, and the internet is split on whether the show still matters or whether it's run its course — we're breaking that debate down with our most reliable chat regulars. Then we get into the racing: Aston Martin swears they've turned a corner, Mercedes has been suspiciously quiet in a way that either means they're cooking or they've burned the kitchen down, and Max Verstappen's already told us the Red Bull will show up with the same colors and not much else.What can we actually expect when these brand new cars hit Albert Park for real? We'll speculate, we'll overreact, and we'll probably lose focus at least twice. Welcome to 2026.

Week two of testing is in the books, and somehow we know even less than we did after week one. This week we dig into the latest from the Scuderia — Ferrari's brought some genuinely innovative parts to the table, and the Ferrari-powered teams have been pulling insane launches off the line that have the whole paddock side-eyeing their power unit. Meanwhile, Mercedes appears to have shown up to testing with the handbrake on, sandbagging their way through sessions like they're playing chess while everyone else is playing checkers.We'll talk about the endless poker game that is pre-season — who's bluffing, who's panicking behind closed doors, and who's just hoping nobody notices how lost they are. The gap between testing and lights out is shrinking, and every team is holding their cards a little tighter.And as always, we'll find something to roast. We always do.

Testing is supposed to give us clarity. Instead, it has given us anxiety.This week we break down our increasingly skeptical takes on the 2026 pecking order after a chaotic round of pre-season running. Between odd new starting procedures, Aston Martin's gearbox headaches, and a paddock full of “it's just testing” coping mechanisms, we're trying to separate real red flags from strategic sandbagging.We'll talk about the early bad news stories, who looks genuinely comfortable with the new regulations, and who might already be scrambling behind the scenes. And yes… we have to address the elephant in the room:Are we staring down a George Russell championship season?Can anything be done to stop it? Should anything be done to stop it? And are we emotionally prepared for what that would mean?It's testing overreactions, early-season paranoia, and the usual Fast Ones detours as we inch closer to lights out in 2026.

A new season is here, the cars are finally out in the wild, and the Fast Ones are officially back for 2026.In our season-opening episode, we break down the latest livery reveals, react to early shakedown footage, and talk about which teams might already have an edge before a single real lap has been turned. We'll read the tea leaves, wildly speculate, and absolutely overreact to things we're pretending aren't indicators — because that's pre-season tradition.Of course, it wouldn't be Fast Ones without detours. We'll hit the gossip circuit (yes, that Lewis and Kim Kardashian chatter), catch up on paddock buzz, and set the tone for what we're watching as this new regulation era gets underway. It's casual, it's chaotic, and it's the start of another long season of losing focus together.Welcome to 2026. Let's do this.

Last week was supposed to be the season recap… and then Abu Dhabi happened. So this week, we're doing it for real.We're finally handing out the 2025 Fast Ones Awards — Driver of the Year, Rookie of the Year, and all the other totally serious categories that may or may not devolve into arguing. We'll zoom out on the full season now that the dust has settled, talk about Lando Norris's championship run, the three-way title fight that went all the way to the final race, and why this ended up being a fitting send-off for the current regulations.On top of that, we'll catch up on the latest news from around the F1 world, revisit moments we somehow skipped over during race-by-race chaos, and inevitably lose focus along the way. If you were waiting for the actual season recap — this is the one.Same Fast Ones energy. Just… delayed gratification.

The dust has settled, the fireworks are (mostly) done, and somehow we made it through the final year of this regulation set without spontaneously combusting — so it's time for the full 2025 season wrap. Lando Norris is your World Champion, and we're going to relive the absolute rollercoaster that got us there: our favorite moments of the year, the three-way title fight that went down to the last race, and why we're forever grateful for a season that actually made us feel things on purpose.We're handing out the Fast Ones end-of-year awards: Rookie of the Year, Driver of the Year, Surprise of the Year, and probably some categories we invent mid-stream because we lose focus like it's our job. We'll talk championship context, who over-performed, who quietly leveled up, and who needs to take a long walk and think about what they did (don't worry, George — we remember).Then we zoom out: what has to change to replace Abu Dhabi as the finale (just give it back to Brazil already), and what we're hoping for heading into 2026. Expect celebration, mild chaos, and a lot of detours on the road to a good laugh.

We're back to break down the 2025 Qatar Grand Prix from lights-out sprint mayhem all the way to Sunday's main event — and yes, we're talking about the headline: Pirelli's tire lap limit and the reasoning behind it. We dig into why the rule even existed, how teams tried to game it, and the pit-strategy elephant that stomped through the paddock all weekend.Max Verstappen stays right in the title fight because, of course he does. McLaren… well, “papaya rules” are looking more like papaya problems right now, and we unpack how that floundering weekend could change the championship math heading into Abu Dhabi. Meanwhile Carlos Sainz continues his world tour of being criminally underrated, Ferrari is already emotionally living in 2026, and Haas might've had a rough one — but somehow the American B-team is starting to look like the most stable Ferrari on the grid.Qatar gave us drama, confusion, and just enough chaos to keep the season spicy. Let's talk about all of it.

We were in Vegas, so you know we had to bring receipts. In this episode, we recap the 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix from the ground: what we did on race week, what the atmosphere felt like under the neon, and the random chaos you can only catch when you're actually there.And then… we get into that race. Max Verstappen takes the win on the Strip, but the story of the night is the post-race plot twist: both McLarens disqualified after failing plank wear checks, nuking the results and sending the championship math into full panic mode.We break down what the double DSQ means for Oscar vs. Lando, how the stewards got there, and whether Vegas just became the moment the title fight cracked wide open. Plus: our favorite sights, sounds, and “how is this a real place?” Vegas weekend highlights — with the usual detours, roasting, and love for the madness that keeps this sport addictive.Like, subscribe, and bring a tire blanket… because this one's a rollercoaster.

Tonight, it's just Mike holding down the fort — think of it as a pre-Vegas GP formation lap while Max deals with some unavoidable life-admin in the pit lane.We'll check in with the chat, get the engines warmed for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, talk expectations, drama, and whatever chaos the strip has in store for the grid.Short stream, low pressure, full Fast Ones energy.Hop in, say hi, and let's get ready for the neon madness of Vegas.

We may be a day late, but the throttle's still wide open. This week, we're unpacking every wild moment from the 2025 Brazilian Grand Prix — from Oscar Piastri's controversial penalty that had the paddock in flames, to Max Verstappen's unstoppable charge from last to the podium. Ollie Bearman continues his late-season climb toward greatness, putting Haas right back in the headlines.We'll also react to Ferrari chairman John Elkann's spicy new quote that “drivers who talk too much need to focus on driving and talk less,” and what that says about the state of the Scuderia. Then, it's on to Vegas and the home stretch of the championship — predictions, chaos, and whatever's left of our sanity as we head into the final rounds of 2025.It's The Fast Ones — equal parts speed, sarcasm, and serious F1 talk.

It's a lighter week in the paddock, but there's still plenty to talk about. Charles Leclerc put a ring on it, Honda is feeling unusually confident about the 2026 regulations, and Martin Brundle is somehow suiting up to race a Ford GT40 at Spa — proving once again that “retirement” is just a suggestion in motorsport.We'll preview the Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos, where rain, chaos, and safety cars are practically guaranteed, and, because it's that time of year, we'll even wander into a little World Series talk. Expect off-topic detours, on-brand banter, and just enough actual analysis to justify the title of The Fast Ones.

The Mexican Grand Prix had everything: chaos at Turn 1, virtual safety car controversy, and a championship battle that just keeps getting messier. This week on The Fast Ones, Max and Mike unpack Lando Norris's brilliant win (and even better radio shade), George Russell's mid-race meltdown, and Oscar Piastri's quiet but impressive comeback drive.We'll break down the Turn 1 shuffle — who cut the corner, who got penalized, and who somehow didn't — and celebrate Haas hero Ollie Bearman for delivering his best result yet: P4, matching the team's all-time high. It's a weekend of papaya heartbreak, British radio whine, and one of the best Mexican GPs we've had in years.Buckle up. The energy in Mexico City was electric, and we're bringing all of it straight to your ears.

Just when you thought the championship picture was clear, Max Verstappen reminds everyone why you never count out the reigning king. This week on The Fast Ones, Max and Mike unpack Verstappen's resurgence and how his fifth title hunt is suddenly back in play — no matter how much the papaya camp pretends not to notice.We'll break down Charles Leclerc's standout performance, the suspicious dip in pace from Oscar Piastri, and the growing tension inside McLaren after a brutal double DNF in the sprint. Plus, we celebrate Haas hero Ollie Bearman for somehow finishing in the points despite an off-track adventure while trying to pass Tsunoda.Redemption arcs, papaya implosions, and Verstappen's shadow looming large — it's another week of high drama, low grip, and classic Fast Ones energy.

This week on The Fast Ones, we're mixing courtroom drama with trackside chaos. The Alex Palou lawsuit with McLaren is heating up, and we're breaking down how the IndyCar champ ended up in a legal pit stop instead of a papaya seat.Then it's all eyes on Austin as F1 heads to the United States Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas. We'll preview what to expect under the Texas sun, from tire temps to team tempers, and look at some standout stats from the season — including the year's biggest repair bills, lightning-fast pit stops, and how Haas has evolved (or devolved?) over the past five years.So saddle up, grab your cowboy hats, and get ready for a little law, a lot of laps, and the kind of chaos only The Fast Ones can deliver.

Singapore's lights were bright, but McLaren's drama somehow shined brighter. In a race that crowned them Constructors' Champions, the papaya squad couldn't hide the cracks between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri — a rivalry disguised as “fairness” that's quickly becoming a masterclass in internal chaos.This week on The Fast Ones, Max and Mike unpack the so-called Papaya Rules, McLaren's one-sided culture of “team balance,” and why it's looking a lot more like favoritism for Lando — the guy not leading the championship. Meanwhile, Max Verstappen reminded everyone he's not done yet, beating both papayas to keep his title hopes alive (and make George Russell's win feel that much worse).We'll celebrate Haas heroics (Ollie, you legend — two points in Singapore!), question McLaren's definition of teamwork, and pretend we've already forgotten who won the race. Because, let's be honest, it's more fun that way.

This week, the paddock stories stretch far beyond Formula 1. Max Verstappen takes his talents to the Nordschleife, winning in the NLS series and edging closer to his GT3 endurance ambitions. Back in F1, rumors swirl about Christian Horner potentially buying into Haas — is it a lifeline or just noise?We'll also take a moment to acknowledge Roscoe Hamilton, Lewis's beloved bulldog and a true icon of the paddock, before turning our attention to what lies ahead under the lights of Singapore. Expect bold predictions, overreactions, and plenty of comedic detours along the way.The Nürburgring brought trophies, Haas might bring surprises, Singapore will bring chaos — and as always — we're here for all of it.

The streets of Baku never disappoint — unless you're a driver who found one of those concrete walls the hard way. This week on The Fast Ones, Max and Mike dive into all the chaos from the Azerbaijan Grand Prix: surprise podiums, strategy misfires, and just enough safety car drama to remind us why Baku has its own brand of street-circuit chaos.From the sharp end of the title fight to the mid-grid mayhem, we break down who came out ahead, who got humbled, and which drivers are still picking carbon fiber out of their overalls. Expect the usual mix of questionable predictions, comedic detours, and maybe a little roasting — because it wouldn't be The Fast Ones without it.Baku gave us walls, wrecks, and wildcards… and we're here for all of it.

This week on The Fast Ones, we trade the paddock for pit stops of a different kind. Max Verstappen is stepping out of Formula 1 and into endurance racing, working his way toward the license he'll need to run a GT3 car at the legendary 24 Hours of Nürburgring. We dig into what that means for his legacy, the appeal of sports car racing, and whether the grid's top drivers might follow him into endurance classics.Meanwhile, Sergio Pérez is scheduled to throw the first pitch at Dodger Stadium, so we'll speculate on his form off the track (and on the mound). And of course, we'll preview one of F1's wildest circuits as the championship heads to the streets of Baku.From GT3 to baseball diamonds to concrete canyons, this episode covers a lot of ground — and speed.

Monza delivered chaos, controversy, and heartbreak — in other words, classic Italian Grand Prix. This week on The Fast Ones, Max and Mike are joined by a special guest (and returning host) Parker to break down all the action from the Temple of Speed.From McLaren's team orders drama between Norris and Piastri, to Ferrari's latest misadventures at home, and the podium shakeups that kept the tifosi on edge, we cover it all. Expect strong takes, questionable predictions, and the usual detours into comedy that make this podcast feel less like punditry and more like hanging out with your F1 friends.The drama at McLaren may have stolen the headlines, but Monza proved once again why it's the Temple of Speed — and why nothing ever goes quietly in Formula 1.

The Dutch Grand Prix gave us everything: Lando Norris's McLaren literally went up in smoke, rookie Isack Hadjar scored his first-ever podium, and Haas pulled off a double points finish (yes, really). Add in three safety cars — and for once none of them were Lance Stroll's fault — and Zandvoort delivered pure chaos.Max and Mike break down Piastri's seventh win of the season, Verstappen's home podium, Ferrari's spectacular double DNF, and what it all means for the championship picture. Plus: bold takes, a little roasting, and the usual detours you've come to expect.The grid resets, the title fight twists, and the summer break hangover is officially over.

F1 is finally back after the long summer break, and so are we. This week's live stream gets rolling with a little game: is it a George Russell insult or the name of a bird? (Harder than you think.) From there we dive into the latest silly season chatter, including the rumored Cadillac driver lineup that has us raising eyebrows. And of course, we look ahead to the rest of the season with some bold, probably wrong, predictions.It's the return of racing, a reset of the grid, and a reminder that while IndyCar is fun, it just can't quite fill the Formula 1–shaped hole in our hearts.

With the Formula 1 summer break in full swing, The Fast Ones goes off-script for a laid-back live stream. There's no set agenda—just Max and Mike talking motorsport (and whatever else comes to mind) while the world's fastest sport takes a breather. Expect speculation on what to watch for when F1 roars back, driver and team predictions for the second half of the season, and some honest talk about why IndyCar, fun as it is, just doesn't quite scratch the same itch.It's part casual hangout, part motorsport therapy session—perfect for fans needing a fix before lights go out again.

This week on The Fast Ones, Max and Mike dive headfirst into an unexpected but glorious mashup of 80s music nostalgia, steamy racing fiction, and of course, the Hungarian Grand Prix.The episode opens with an ode to Toto—yes, the band—followed by a deep dive into their hidden connection to Michael Jackson's Thriller, and the math-rock genius of 80s studio bands. From there, things take a sharp turn as Max reveals his "book of the week": Overtake My Heart, a Daniel Ricciardo-themed erotic novel that's somehow both hilarious and unsettling—and might just have been written by the Honey Badger himself.When the tire smoke clears, the guys break down the Hungarian GP: Lando's redemption win, Oscar's quiet dominance, Charles Leclerc's cryptic radio messages, George Russell's whiny post-race meltdown, and Aston Martin's mysterious return to form. There's also love for Ollie Bearman, speculation about Lewis Hamilton's future (is he retiring or just dropping merch?), and a passionate defense of Haas—the only F1 team you really need to root for.It's part racing analysis, part fever dream, and all gas, no brakes.

Max and Mike return to The Fast Ones with a high-octane mix of vintage car nostalgia, race recaps, and motorsport drama. Max reviews the Steve McQueen classic Bullitt for the first time, praising its legendary car chase and effortlessly cool vibes. The duo then dive into NASCAR history with Bubba Wallace's epic Brickyard 400 win—celebrating Bubba's comeback, his playoff qualification, and a personal story involving a Leica camera.Then, it's all about Spa. From Oscar Piastri's gritty opening move to Lando Norris's cautious driving, they break down the wet-and-wild F1 weekend, the sprint drama, and Lewis Hamilton's fierce critique of Ferrari—plus what it means for the Scuderia's future. The episode also spotlights Yuki Tsunoda's surprise performance, Nico Rosberg's spicy gridwalk burns, and Kimmy Antonelli's moment with Lewis.A passionate, hilarious, and insightful ride from start to finish—don't miss it.

After the emergency podcast, Mike and Max took some time to reflect on the legacy of Christian Horner. After about 5 minutes of that, they began fighting about 80's pop culture again. Aside from all that, it's RACE WEEK. We'll take a look at what to expect from the upcoming race, talk predictions, and find some way to roast George Russell.

Mike and Max decided that an emergency live broadcast was in order following the news that Red Bull team boss, Christian Horner, was fired with immediate effect. Somehow they found a way to tie it to some 80's film and digress into an argument over which power ballad would be best suited for this moment.

Mike and Max take this opportunity to honor their fellow Haas Boy, Nico Hulkenberg. They'll then spend some time roasting other drivers, inevitably fighting over 80's power ballads, and then last - but certainly not least - Henry "The Haas Chap" Wallace reports from his weekend at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone.

Let's be real, we can talk about the race or we can talk the movie... 

Mike and Max discuss just how much the landscape of Formula 1 podcasting could improve. In order to make all things equal, they also recognize the flaws within their own show. Oh ya, racing. It's race week in Austria!

Mike and Max recap the Canadian Grand Prix. Haas scored points. Again. Can you say P6 WCC? We can. They chat everything from the race, but not a lot about the driver who won.

Mike and Max are hosting this episode without the resident Canadian and that feels wrong. However, they'll find a way to soldier on and discuss all the trash, all the gossip, and all the Nico Rosberg commentaries.

Mike and Max are welcoming a guest! Carlos Amezcua is in studio to discuss the all the action from the Spanish Grand Prix.

Mike and Max breakdown everything wrong in modern formula 1, because they're such experts. Starting first and foremost, with the Monaco Grand Prix and then working their way through the rest of the problems preventing Haas F1 from being WCC in 2025.

Mike and Max will likely (written before) spend little time talking about Imola, find themselves talking about something else far more interesting, remember that Max Verstappen pulled off an amazing win, remember that Haas's race was massively disappointing, and find something else more interesting to talk about.

Mike and Max go over the latest in F1 news, Franz Hermann (Verstappen), Oliver Oakes sudden departure, and deep dive into the story of the man-myth-and legend... Flavio Briatore

Mike and Max talk all things Miami. The sprint, the Lego race, the actual grand prix, awkward interviews, missing celebrities, and all the chaos from one of the most memorable races of the season thus far.

Mike and Max spend most of their time talking about classic car kits, Katy Perry, and Lewis Hamilton. I dont think there was much talk about the Miami GP... deal with it.

Max and Mike geek out on Bearman's performance at the Bahrain GP, they talk about the HR department at on the Death Star, and Mike keeps trying to get Max to watch the new Snow White.

Max and Mike breakdown the events from the Japanese GP.

Max and Mike spend too much time talking about making cars less safe, Yuki's new clothing brand, and George Russell joining a London Street gang.

Mike and Max talk about DQ of Ferrari at the Chinese GP, Haas and their performance, and Liam Lawsons future at RedBull.

Mike and Max go over the madness that occurred at the Australian GP. The rain, the rooks, and the Mclarens.

Mike and Max talk Aussie GP, driver predictions, and taco bell menu items for 2025

The new season is here for FastOnes! Mike and Max dust off the microphones and get caught up on everything that has happened since Mclaren took the WCC!

Max and Mike are back for the break down of the US GP! but they spend most of their time making fun of Checo, the downfall of Red Bull, and the glorious rise of Haas!

Mike and Max breakdown everything from the Baku GP. They talk about Red Bull imploding, Sainz with the sneak attack, and Oscar being a straight up psychopath personality (but we love that).

Call it a Haas Boys Reunion as Parker rejoins the pod to give us a much needed mid-season recap. We talk Zandvoort, Lando's 22 second margin of victory, and the slow demise of the teams around them. As to be expected, we got more than we bargained for in this episode.

This week Mike and Max are back from their summer break. They discuss Ocon moving to Haas, where Adrian Newey is going to end up, and the new pop-up children's book: 'Bernie Bought Brabham'.

Mike and Max chat the cringey McLaren swap around, Lando Norris's lack of killer instinct, his snappy response to Lewis in the cool down room, and the Red Bull unraveling.