The Late Braking F1 Podcast

The Late Braking F1 Podcast covers all the latest news, race incidents, controversies and ridiculous moments in Formula 1. There will be plenty of debates...and plenty of silliness too.

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Grading every F1 team's 2024 season so far!
Here to separate the overachievers from the flops, the LB boys give a mid-season review of all of the teams' performances so far by providing a 3 word summary and graded review for each. They finish off with a game of Late Faking...
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Should McLaren prioritise Norris?
Ben, Sam and Harry discuss McLaren's recent comments regarding the hierarchical structure between their two drivers and what their priority SHOULD be for the remainder of the season. They also cover Audi's new team principal, F1's proposed idea of wildcard entries for rookies, and Stella's contract extension with McLaren, before finishing with a throwback of a game... F1: Who Are You?
67 min
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Has Sainz made the RIGHT decision to join Willi...
It may be the start of the summer break but F1 has delivered plenty of news! The LB boys cover the latest from Sainz signing with Williams, Red Bull's decision on Perez's future, Alpine's team principal exit, and Ocon completing Haas' 2025 lineup. They finish with a game of Back and Forth...
76 min
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2024 Belgian GP Review
Please Note: the news of George Russell's disqualification emerged mid-recording, so the first sections refer to his win which is no longer the case. The LB boys review the Belgian GP where George Russell stunned the field with an incredible one-stop strategy and held off Hamilton to take the top step of the podium, before shock disqualification leaves his teammate inheriting the win. They discuss the performances of both Mercedes drivers, whether Piastri could have done more, and Perez's 'collapse' along with the rest of the day's action...
72 min
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2024 Belgian GP Qualifying Review
Ben and Sam review the wet Spa Qualifying that saw Leclerc inherit pole from Verstappen who dominated session but faces a 10-place engine penalty in tomorrow's race. The boys run through the grid including a front row start for Perez, a tougher day for McLaren, and Q3 appearances for the Aston Martin of Alonso and the Alpine of Ocon...
27 min
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Can Red Bull bounce back in Belgium? | 2024 Bel...
The LB trio are back in full force to preview the final race before the summer break - the Belgian GP. They question whether Red Bull can bounce back amidst rumours of an engine penalty, or whether McLaren could make history once again. They also cover the news of a major management shake up at Audi and the return of a familiar face, as well as KMag's Haas F1 exit, before finishing with a game of Order Please...
76 min
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2024 Hungarian GP Review
Ben and Sam review the Hungarian GP where McLaren secured a historic 1-2 and Piastri became our SEVENTH winner this season - and it was not without drama! The boys break down all of the action, from the tensions and controversy of McLaren's team orders to the bad day at the office for points leader Max Verstappen...
71 min
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2024 Hungarian GP Qualifying Review
It was a spicy qualifying at the Hungaroring with changing weather and red flags playing havoc on the session. Ben and Sam break down all of the action including McLaren's front row lockout that leaves Verstappen with work to do tomorrow, a disastrous day for Perez, and a shock early exit for Russell...
43 min
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Can Mercedes get a THIRD win in a row? | 2024 H...
Ben and Sam preview the upcoming Hungarian GP which is set to be a scorcher. They discuss whether Red Bull can bounce back or whether McLaren or Mercedes could leave them 3 races without a win for the first time since 2021! They also consider the trajectory of Aston Martin, and Alonso's critique of the current penalty system...
70 min
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Could Mercedes soon be the FASTEST team?!
Ben and Sam talk through the latest in F1 - from news of Mercedes unleashing a double upgrade before the summer break, to the announcement of the 2025 sprint calendar, Verstappen's health issue revelation, and Williams' recent hires. They finish with naming their Top 5 races of the season so far...
65 min
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Haas sign Ollie Bearman on MULTI-YEAR deal - a ...
Ben, Sam AND Harry are here in the calm after the triple header with the latest F1 news. They cover the announcement of Ollie Bearman to Haas, Perez's performance woes, rumours of a mid-season switch at Williams, and the departure of Ferrari technical director Enrico Cardile. They finish with a game of F1: Higher/Lower...
71 min
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2024 British GP Review
Ben and Sam review the sensational British GP thriller that saw Lewis Hamilton storm to a record-breaking home victory and beat Max Verstappen for the first time since 2021! The boys break down all of the action and hear YOUR moments of the race...
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2024 British GP Qualifying Review
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2024 British GP Preview LIVE!
Note: you may notice a slight dip in audio quality based on this episode being recorded in front of a live audience. Thank you for your understanding. Ben, Sam and Harry preview the British GP LIVEEEE from London! They discuss whether we can expect more fireworks up front this weekend, share their predictions, and hear from the audience who they think is under pressure. They also discuss rumours of Sainz's F1 future and Silverstone's ticket pricing, before finishing with a game of F1: Back and Forth... Thank you so much to those of you who came along to the show - it was a blast!
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2024 Austrian GP Review
The LB boys review the Austrian GP where Russell picked up the pieces with a surprise win after a dramatic Verstappen and Norris battle ends in collision. They discuss who was in the wrong in the fight for the lead, the performances of Russell and Piastri, the battling Alpines, and a good day for Haas. As always, they finish by hearing your Moments of the Race...
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2024 Austrian GP Sprint & Qualifying Review
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2024 Austrian GP Sprint Shootout Review
Ben and Sam review the Austrian GP Sprint Shootout - the first of many competitive sessions this sprint weekend in the Styrian hills. The boys cover all of the action including Verstappen edging out the McLaren duo, a floundering Ferrari, and a surprise Sargeant SQ2 appearance...
37 min
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Could NORRIS triumph at Red Bull home race?! | ...
The LB trio preview the upcoming Austrian GP and Sprint weekend where a number of contenders could be in the mix! The boys question who will be battling upfront and whether Norris could be considered the favourite. They also discuss Alpine's hire of Briatore and Mercedes' recent progression, before finishing with a game of Show Me The Options...
69 min
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2024 Spanish GP Review
The LB boys review the Spanish GP that has left us ever more hopeful of a competitive season - though Verstappen reigned in Spain, it was CLOSE! They run through the action, from questioning whether there was anything McLaren could have done to secure a victory to discussing the performances of Mercedes versus Ferrari, and the recovery drives of Perez versus Piastri...
69 min
120
2024 Spanish GP Qualifying Review
Ben and Sam review the ultra close Spanish GP Qualifying that saw Norris beat out Verstappen right at the death. They cover all of the main stories from the session including the disappointment for Perez and Piastri as their teammates take front row, the shocking Q3 appearance from the Alpines, and double Q1 eliminations for the RBs and Williams...
43 min
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Can Red Bull regain dominance in Spain?! | 2024...
Ben, Sam and Harry preview the Spanish GP that marks the first of a European triple header. The boys consider talk of a Red Bull return to dominance, or whether Ferrari or McLaren could keep hopes of a title fight alive. They also discuss Alpine considering abandoning the Renault engine for 2026 and Bottas' options to remain on the grid next year, before finishing with a game of Back and Forth...
72 min
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Has Hamilton CHECKED OUT at Mercedes?
Ben and Sam are here this non-race weekend discussing the rising tension between Hamilton and Mercedes, who might replace Ocon next season at Alpine, Red Bull's technical issue, and Harry makes a special appearance to weigh in on Jacques Villeneuve's damning criticism of Ricciardo. They finish with naming their Top 5 performances of the year so far...
65 min
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No more DRS! Our thoughts on F1's NEW 2026 regu...
Ben, Sam and Harry break down the potential positives and negatives of the recently revealed 2026 regulations. They also discuss Sainz being targeted by Williams, Tsunoda's future, and Perez's Spain grid penalty, before finishing with a game of Order Please...
73 min
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2024 Canadian GP Review
Ben, Sam and Harry are together to review what was a carnage-filled Canadian GP where the wet weather wreaked havoc up and down the field. The boys discuss all the action from the thrilling chase up front and Mercedes' first podium of the season, to the disappointing double DNFs of Ferrari and Williams...
66 min
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2024 Canadian GP Qualifying Review
The LB boys review the Montreal madness of the Canadian GP qualifying session that saw a Mercedes return to form with Russell securing pole after dead heat with Verstappen. They also discuss the fall of the Ferraris, a bad Saturday for Perez, and some surprise impressive performances...
34 min