The Race F1 Podcast

If something happens in Formula 1 racing, The Race F1 Podcast has got you covered. Featuring renowned F1 journalists Edd Straw, Mark Hughes, Scott Mitchell-Malm, Ben Anderson and more, we’ll bring you unbeatable insight from the ground at every F1 race, including the inside line on the latest breaking Formula 1 news and gossip, informed debate about the biggest topics, and in-depth analysis after each grand prix.

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Portuguese Grand Prix review
Scott Mitchell and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to look back at the Portuguese Grand Prix This episode of The Race F1 Podcast is sponsored by Escapade Living. For more information, visit escapadeliving.com
44 min
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Alonso, Alpine and other F1 strugglers
Alpine and Alonso have had a difficult start to the 2021 Formula 1 season. Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to explain why, as well as looking at why many of the other big-name moves have not hit the ground running.
45 min
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Emilia Romagna Grand Prix review
Scott Mitchell and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to look back at all the action from the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix This episode of The Race F1 Podcast is sponsored by Escapade Living. For more information, visit escapadeliving.com
60 min
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What the Mercedes F1 technical reshuffle really...
Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to discuss James Allison's imminent promotion to chief technical officer at Mercedes, as well as the emerging McLaren v Ferrari battle, Nico Hulkenberg's Aston Martin reserve gig and looking ahead to Imola
47 min
380
What we want to see from the new F1 2021 game
Nathan Quinn, Glenn Freeman and Val Khorounzhiy join Edd Straw to look ahead to F1 2021, the latest edition of the F1 gaming series, and discuss what they want to see in it and future versions of the game
59 min
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Why Mercedes is stuck with its 2021 rake problem
Gary Anderson and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to take an in-depth look at the disadvantages of the low-rake concepts used by Mercedes and Aston Martin and what can be done to tackle the problem.
56 min
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Bahrain Grand Prix review
Scott Mitchell and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to look back at the 2021 Formula 1 season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix. This episode of The Race F1 Podcast is sponsored by Escapade Living. For more information, visit escapadeliving.com
53 min
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Season preview: Hopes for a Verstappen v Hamilt...
Scott Mitchell, Gary Anderson and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to look ahead to the 2021 Formula 1 season - and evaluate the chances of a genuine fight for the world championship
69 min
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Mercedes: struggling or sandbagging?
While Red Bull was on top during pre-season testing, there are suggestions Mercedes was overplaying its problems. Karun Chandhok and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to delve into just how serious its problems are and why there really is a chance of a...
56 min
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Why it really is advantage Red Bull after F1 te...
You might think you've heard it all before when it comes to Mercedes not being fast in testing, only to dominate. But based on the third and final day of pre-season testing in Bahrain, it genuinely has work to do. Mark Hughes and Gary Anderson join...
32 min
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F1's competitive order takes shape on testing d...
While Mercedes set the pace, the W12 proved to be a tricky car to drive, while Red Bull piled on the miles and McLaren caught the eye. Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw with all the news from the second day of pre-season testing in Bahrain
37 min
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Mercedes flops, Red Bull flies on F1 testing day 1
Mark Hughes and Gary Anderson join Edd Straw to discuss all the news, lap times and technical revelations of the opening day of Bahrain pre-season testing
36 min
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Will Ferrari's "radical" rear-end changes be en...
Gary Anderson and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to discuss the new Ferrari SF21 and the team's hopes for the new season.
35 min
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How Williams has attacked its 2021 F1 car design
Gary Anderson and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to take a look at the newly-launched Williams FW43B
31 min
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Aston Martin AMR21 makes a big impact
Gary Anderson and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to discuss the new Aston Martin F1 car, and also take a look at the Alpine A521
33 min
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How Mercedes has improved again with its 2021 F...
Gary Anderson and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to discuss the newly-launched Mercedes W12 and explain where it has made gains both in terms of the chassis and engine
29 min
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Secrets of Red Bull's 2021 F1 car
Gary Anderson and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to take a close look at the Red Bull RB16B and its chances of taking the fight to Mercedes in 2021
35 min
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Can new car get ‘lost’ Alfa Romeo back in the m...
Gary Anderson and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to examine the newly-launched Alfa Romeo C41 and the Sauber’s team’s chances of an upturn in form
32 min
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AlphaTauri's new car springs some surprises
Gary Anderson and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to look at the newly-launched AlphaTauri AT02, which has revealed more detail than might be expected of a car that's the team hopes can be consistently at the front of the midfield pack
32 min
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McLaren launches first 2021 F1 car
Gary Anderson and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to analyse the new McLaren MCL35M and what it reveals about the impact of the change to Mercedes engines. There's also a look at McLaren's prospects for the season, as well as all the news from the launch
34 min
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What the 2022 engine freeze means for F1 and Re...
The F1 Commission has approved the introduction of an engine freeze in 2022, which means Red Bull can run Honda engines from next season on a continuation basis. Scott Mitchell and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to discuss the implications, and how far...
32 min
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Why Hamilton has only signed for one year
With Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes F1 drive confirmed for 2021, but not beyond, Scott Mitchell joins Edd Straw to discuss the reasons for and the implications of the deal For more on Hamilton's new contract from The Race: How a charity delayed...
27 min
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What each F1 team needs to improve with its 202...
With Formula 1’s launch season getting under way next week, we run through the 10 teams and their priorities for their not-so-new cars. Scott Mitchell, Mark Hughes and Gary Anderson join Edd Straw to give their verdicts For more on 2021's launch...
77 min
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Charles Leclerc: future champion or over-rated?
Mark Hughes and Scott Mitchell join Edd Straw to delve into Charles Leclerc’s qualities as an F1 driver, and explain whey they rate him so highly
59 min
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Ask Gary Anderson: Why does Ferrari get correla...
Former Jordan and Jaguar technical director Gary Anderson joins Edd Straw to answer listener questions on F1 2021, 18-inch wheels, driving sideways and even Colin McRae.
62 min