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Jolyon Palmer and Harry Benjamin join Rosanna to preview the weekend's action. Championship leader Oscar Piastri sits down with Andrew Benson for an in-depth chat, while the team discuss the new two-stop pit rule. Gimmick or game-changer? Plus, Harry checks in with Haas driver Oliver Bearman, and the team reveal their favourite Monaco memories.
Ben Edwards, Andrew Benson & former McLaren mechanic Marc Priestley react to Max Verstappen's victory at the Emilia-Romagna GP. The team hear from the Dutchman, as well as McLaren duo Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. Lewis Hamilton gives his thoughts after a turnaround in form for Ferrari, plus Alex Albon speaks about another strong Williams performance.
Ben Edwards, Andrew Benson & former McLaren mechanic Marc Priestley review qualifying at the Emilia-Romagna GP. Oscar Piastri took pole position at Imola ahead of Max Verstappen and George Russell. We hear from the top three as well as Lando Norris and a disappointed Lewis Hamilton, with Ferrari's struggles continuing.
Harry Benjamin & the BBC's F1 correspondent Andrew Benson react to the news that Alpine have replaced Jack Doohan with Franco Colapinto for the next five races. It comes in the same week that Oliver Oakes leaves his role as Alpine team principal. We also hear from Sauber team principal Jonathan Wheatley, who sits down with Jennie Gow to discuss his F1 career and his new role at Sauber before the transition to Audi in 2026.
Andrew Benson, Rebecca Clancy, and Jennie Gow join Harry Benjamin to unpack a busy day at the Hard Rock Stadium. They start with qualifying, where Max Verstappen took pole, and hear from him, Lando Norris, and Kimi Antonelli. Then it's on to the sprint race, won by McLaren's Lando Norris.
Jennie Gow is joined by Andrew Benson and Harry Benjamin to look ahead to the Miami Grand Prix. Is Oscar Piastri now favourite for the driver's title. We hear from him, and his team mate Lando Norris.
Special guest, former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner, speaks with Harry Benjamin about his career. Harry is also joined by the BBC's F1 correspondent Andrew Benson to talk more about Max Verstappen's Saudi Arabian GP penalty and the fallout from that. Plus, Harry and Andrew discuss Audi's F1 chances and whether Cadillac will be competitive.
Harry Benjamin, Sam Bird and Andrew Benson look back at qualifying from Jeddah as Max Verstappen claimed pole and Lando Norris crashed out. We hear from both drivers, as well as Oscar Piastri and George Russell.
Abbi Pulling and Andrew Benson join Harry to preview the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, diving into the intra-team dynamics at McLaren as both drivers battle for the championship title. We hear from both drivers and Max Verstappen, whose future at Red Bull is under growing scrutiny.
Some people think a 90-day trial for new workers is tough, but what about a two-day trial? Which is what's happened with Liam Lawson. And like his Red Bull teammate, world champion Max Verstappen, I think it stinks. Verstappen thinks Lawson should have been given more than two races to prove himself, and I couldn't agree more. Red Bull are dressing it up, saying that they're dumping Lawson as part of their “duty of care” obligations. Red Bull boss Christian Horner said overnight: “We have a duty of care to protect and develop Liam and together we see that, after such a difficult start, it makes sense to act quickly so Liam can gain experience, as he continues his Formula 1 career with Racing Bulls.” But BBC Formula 1 correspondent Andrew Benson isn't buying it. He pretty much said on Newstalk ZB that Red Bull are trying to put lipstick on a pig. They're dressing it up, trying to make it sound better than it is. Which is nothing short of an unceremonious dumping. Andrew Benson says: "This is not a duty of care by any stretch of the imagination, getting rid of someone after two races. "Duty of care is to give him a chance to try and perform a bit better. Put your arm around his shoulder and talk to him about what's going wrong.” So the “duty of care” line is hogwash. But even Andrew Benson, who's a Formula 1 correspondent and follows the sport all the time, is scratching his head trying to work out what's happened. He did say though, that he thought Lawson looked like a bit like a rabbit caught in the headlights at his two races this year. He said looking at Liam off the track, while he was waiting to do interviews and things, he looked completely shellshocked. But, like Max Verstappen, he thinks Lawson deserved to be given more of a chance to prove himself. Verstappen isn't the only Formula I driver to think that way. He's one of several current drivers who have “liked” a post on Instagram criticising Red Bull's treatment of Liam Lawson. It's a post by former F1 driver Giedo van der Garde which says: "Yes, you gotta perform. Yes, the pressure is insane. But, in my opinion, this comes closer to bullying or a panic move than actual high athlete achievements." He says: "They made a decision - fully aware - gave Liam two races only to crush his spirit. Don't forget the dedication, hard work and success Liam has put in his career so far to achieve the level where he is now. Yes, he underperformed the first two races - but, if anyone's aware of that, it's himself." Liam Lawson deserved more support, encouragement and time. And what's happened stinks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Liam Lawson has had the keys taken off him at Red Bull and will complete the Formula 1 season with the franchise's Racing Bulls development team. He lasted two Grands Prix before management decided to replace him with Japanese driver Yuki Tsunoda for his home event next weekend at Suzuka. The switch confirms widespread speculation. BBC Formula 1 correspondent Andrew Benson told Mike Hosking the line CEO Christian Horner is running about “duty of care” is them trying to dress the situation up as best they can. He says getting rid of someone after two races isn't duty of care by any stretch of the imagination, and instead, giving him a chance to try and perform better would be. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Harry Benjamin, McLaren Formula E driver Sam Bird and the BBC's F1 correspondent Andrew Benson react to Oscar Piastri's win at the Chinese Grand Prix. The team discuss team orders at McLaren, hearing from both drivers. We also hear from George Russell, talk about Ferrari and get the thoughts of Max Verstappen on Red Bull's struggles.
Harry Benjamin is joined by McLaren Formula E driver Sam Bird and the BBC's F1 correspondent Andrew Benson to reflect on Lewis Hamilton's sprint win at the Chinese Grand Prix – his first victory as a Ferrari driver. We also look ahead to Sunday's race where Oscar Piastri starts on pole position – his first for a grand prix in his career. Hear from Piastri and team-mate Lando Norris, as well as Mercedes' George Russell.
Harry Benjamin is joined by racing driver Alice Powell and the BBC's F1 correspondent Andrew Benson to react to sprint qualifying at the Chinese Grand Prix, plus look ahead to the weekend's action. We hear from Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton, who took a surprise pole position for Saturday's sprint, as well as McLaren's Lando Norris and Red Bull's Max Verstappen.
The F1: Chequered Flag team pay tribute to Eddie Jordan, who has died at the age of 76. Mark Gallagher, who was part of the management board at Jordan Grand Prix, and Gary Anderson, who designed the very first Jordan Grand Prix car, join Harry Benjamin and BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson. One of the most flamboyant characters in the sport, Jordan achieved rare success as an independent team owner, winning four grand prix between 1991 and 2005. He later became a television pundit, where he was known for his outspoken views and ability to break major news stories.
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With three British drivers racing for three of the top F1 teams, Rosanna Tennant, Harry Benjamin, Andrew Benson and Marc Priestley debate the credentials of each. Is Lewis Hamilton the fastest, backed by his seven world titles? Should Lando Norris be favourite, given he's in the 2024 Constructors' Championship-winning car? Or is George Russell being underestimated due to an underperforming car?
What can we expect from Lewis Hamilton in a Ferrari? Will Max Verstappen secure his fifth world championship? And are McLaren truly the favorites for the constructors' title?As the 2025 F1 season kicks off in Melbourne, Rosanna Tennant is joined by Marc Priestley, Harry Benjamin and Andrew Benson to discuss these questions and more. They also hear from the likes of Lewis Hamilton, Lando Norris, and Max Verstappen. Plus, Harry sits down with rookie Ollie Bearman as he gears up for his first full season in Formula 1.
Rick Edwards joins Jennie Gow, Harry Benjamin and Andrew Benson at the F1 75 launch event. The team look ahead to the start of the new season, discuss the glitz and glamour of this new day in the F1 calendar, and speak to the drivers, including George Russell and Lando Norris, as well as the team bosses, including Toto Wolff, Christian Horner and Fred Vasseur.
Jennie Gow, Harry Benjamin, Jolyon Palmer and Andrew Benson look back on the 2024 F1 season, with the help of some special guests and some Christmas crackers! Where does Max Verstappen rank among the greats of the sport after winning his fourth world title? Can Lando Norris challenge next season? And will Ferrari be regretting replacing Carlos Sainz with Lewis Hamilton? Plus, we discuss Alpine's revival, Williams' struggles, and we give our moments of the season.
Two-time F1 world champion Fernando Alonso sits down for an in-depth chat with BBC F1 correspondent, Andrew Benson. Alonso speaks about his season with Aston Martin, the addition of Adrian Newey to the team and whether that will make them more competitive in 2025 and 2026. Plus, Alonso talks about his dreams of winning a third world title.
Andrew Benson and Scott Mitchell-Malm join Jennie to look ahead to the race. They discuss the ongoing spat between Max Verstappen and George Russell and hear from both drivers. Toto Wolff pays tribute to Lewis Hamilton ahead of his final race with Mercedes. And Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc talk about the constructor's title and what it would mean to both teams.
Rosanna Tennant, McLaren Formula E driver Sam Bird, BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson, and Harry Benjamin react to a busy Qatar GP that was dominated by penalties and punctures. Race winner Max Verstappen gives his thoughts after yet another assured drive, while we also hear from Charles Leclerc, Oscar Piastri and a disappointed Lando Norris, who was one of a number of drivers penalised in the race.
Rosanna Tennant, McLaren Formula E driver Sam Bird, BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson, and Harry Benjamin reflect on qualifying for the Qatar GP, as well as the sprint race. The team hear from Max Verstappen, George Russell, Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton. Plus, after their last minute switch securing a one-two in the sprint, Rosanna speaks with McLaren team principal Andrea Stella.
Rosanna Tennant, former McLaren mechanic Marc Priestley, BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson, and Harry Benjamin take a more considered look at Max Verstappen's fourth world title, as well as preview the Qatar GP. The team hear from the Dutchman and Lando Norris. Plus, who will come out on top in the constructors' championship? A disappointed Lewis Hamilton gives his views after sprint qualifying, and Rosanna chats to Abbi Pulling, with the Brit on the verge of clinching the F1 Academy title.
Andrew Benson sits down with Max Verstappen for an in depth chat. They cover an array of topics including his driving style, a tricky season for his Red Bull team and what the future may hold. Along with the rest of the BBC F1 team, they look ahead to the weekend and hear from Kevin Magnussen.
Harry Benjamin, McLaren Formula E driver, Sam Bird, and BBC F1 correspondent, Andrew Benson, react to an action-packed Mexico City Grand Prix. The team discuss the battle between Lando Norris and Max Verstappen, and the penalties Verstappen received. Plus, hear from Carlos Sainz after his second victory of the season. Is the battle truly on between McLaren and Ferrari for the constructors' championship?
Harry Benjamin, McLaren Formula E driver, Sam Bird, and BBC F1 correspondent, Andrew Benson, reflect on qualifying at the Mexico City Grand Prix, where Carlos Sainz took pole. Are Ferrari the favourites heading into the race? And what next in the battle for the title, with Max Verstappen qualifying in second and Lando Norris third?
Jennie Gow is joined by former F1 driver, Jolyon Palmer, and the BBC's F1 correspondent, Andrew Benson, to look ahead to the Mexico City Grand Prix. The team discuss Lando Norris' controversial penalty last time out in Austin, hear from both Norris and Max Verstappen, plus discuss whether the title battle is still on with just five rounds remaining of the 2024 F1 World Championship
We're joined by one of the most experienced journalists in the paddock to find out what it's like to get to know the likes of Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso, and what happens when the world's biggest pop star collides with F1. During his time in Formula One, Andrew Benson has worked at circuits all over the world and has an amazing story for pretty much all of them. Betty and Greg cover some serious ground with him from how he builds trust with the drivers and teams across the grid, to the outrageous tale of Red Bull boss Helmut Marko's run-in with a mafia don. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try a betterhelp.com/fast and get on your way to being your best self.YouTube: @fastcuriouspod Twitter: @fastcuriouspodInstagram: @fastcuriouspodTiktok: @fastcuriouspod#podcast #formula1podcast #fastandcurious Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rosanna Tennant, BBC F1 correspondent, Andrew Benson, and Editor-in-Chief at Autosport, Rebecca Clancy, preview the Singapore GP. The team discuss the title battle. Will Red Bull struggle again this weekend? And will Lando Norris continue to close in on Max Verstappen in the drivers' championship? Hear from both drivers, as well as previous race winner, Oscar Piastri.
Ben Edwards, Marc Priestley and Andrew Benson look back at events from Baku. They discuss what led to Lando Norris not making it out of Q1. Can Charles Leclerc convert his pole into a race win? And what on earth was happening at Williams that led to a a stewards investigation?
Jennie Gow, former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer & BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson look ahead to the Azerbaijan GP. The team discuss Adrian Newey's move to Aston Martin. Will this propel Aston Martin towards the top of the grid? Plus, will McLaren enforce team orders with the drivers' and constructors' championship within sight?
Jennie Gow, Harry Benjamin and Editor-in-Chief at Autosport, Rebecca Clancy, look ahead to the Italian GP. Do we have a championship battle on our hands? We hear from both Max Verstappen and Lando Norris. Plus, the team discuss Andrea Kimi Antonelli's FP1 crash, and Andrew Benson sits down with Mercedes team principal, Toto Wolff.
Jennie and the team look ahead to the race weekend. They discuss in details the incident that saw Lando Norris and Max Verstappen come together in Austria. Andrew Benson sits down with Norris and gets his take on what happened. And they discuss Oliver Bearman joining Haas on a multi-year deal.
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Rosanna Tennant, Harry Benjamin, Alex Brundle and Andrew Benson reflect on qualifying at the Canadian GP. We discuss Mercedes' pace, Red Bull's struggles and where it all went wrong for Ferrari. Plus, hear from George Russell, Max Verstappen, and Lando Norris.
Rosanna Tennant, Harry Benjamin, Alex Brundle and Andrew Benson look back on a thrilling Canadian GP. Max Verstappen eventually prevailed, but we discuss the drama which led up to his victory, hearing from the three-time world champion, as well as Lando Norris, George Russell and Lewis Hamilton.
Jennie Gow, W Series race winner Alice Powell, commentator Ben Edwards and BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson reflect on the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at Imola. Hear from Max Verstappen, Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc.
Jennie Gow, W Series race winner Alice Powell, Ben Edwards and BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson reflect on qualifying for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at Imola. Hear from Max Verstappen, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, who was handed a three-place grid penalty after the recording of this podcast.
Jennie Gow, former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer and BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson preview the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at the historic Imola Circuit. Can Lando Norris challenge Max Verstappen for race victory again? We hear from both Norris and Verstappen, plus discuss the future of Adrian Newey, Alex Albon's new Williams contract and Kevin Magnussen's mounting penalty points tally.
Jennie Gow, Harry Benjamin, Formula E driver Sam Bird, and BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson reflect on the Chinese Grand Prix. We hear from race winner Max Verstappen, as well as Lando Norris and Fernando Alonso.
Harry Benjamin, McLaren Formula E driver Sam Bird, and BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson reflect on the Chinese Grand Prix sprint, as well as qualifying for Sunday's race. We talk about Max Verstappen's imperious form, Lewis Hamilton's contrasting day, plus ask if Lando Norris will ever win a race.
Jennie Gow, Jolyon Palmer, Bec Clancy & Andrew Benson look ahead to the Chinese Grand Prix. We discuss the return to China after five years away, Fernando Alonso's new deal at Aston Martin, and whether Max Verstappen can be challenged this weekend. We also hear from the three-time world champion, as well as Alonso.
Harry Benjamin, Alice Powell & Andrew Benson reflect on qualifying at the Japanese Grand Prix. We hear from polesitter Max Verstappen, plus Sergio Perez and Lando Norris.
Jennie Gow, Jolyon Palmer, Bec Clancy & Andrew Benson look ahead to the Japanese Grand Prix. We discuss whether Red Bull will have more reliability issues, and how Carlos Sainz's victory in Australia changes the dynamic at Ferrari. Plus, should Alonso have received a penalty in Melbourne? And could Sebastian Vettel make a comeback to the sport?
Jennie Gow, Harry Benjamin, Jack Aitken and Andrew Benson look ahead to the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, plus discuss the latest with Red Bull and Christian Horner. They hear from Horner, as well as Max Verstappen, plus discuss the changes at Alpine, hearing from Pierre Gasly.
Eleanor Oldroyd looks at the latest developments regarding Red Bull Racing and their team principal Christian Horner. She is joined by Andrew Benson, Rebecca Clancy and Sam Bird as they hear from Horner himself, who spoke for the first time since allegations of inappropriate behaviour were made against him. And with Lewis Hamilton's shock decision to leave Mercedes for Ferrari, we hear from Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff.
Now that F1 fans have had time to reflect on the news that Lewis Hamilton will join Ferrari for 2025, Jennie Gow, Jolyon Palmer and Andrew Benson discuss the move and debate why Hamilton made the decision. Plus, they look at a driver pairing of Hamilton and Leclerc, and ask who will fill that vacant seat at Mercedes in 2025
Rosanna Tennant is joined by former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer, commentator Harry Benjamin, and BBC Sport's chief F1 writer Andrew Benson to look back on the 2023 F1 season and discuss Max Verstappen's record-breaking achievements. Rosanna sits down with the three-time world champion, as well as Red Bull team principal Christian Horner. Plus, Jennie Gow joins the team to reflect on her year, and quiz the team on the records we've seen.