The Race F1 Podcast
The Race Media Ltd
If something happens in Formula 1 racing, The Race F1 Podcast has got you covered. Featuring renowned F1 journalists Edd Straw, Jon Noble, 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. The feed also features other F1 shows from The Race's stable, including Bring Back V10s, And Colossally That's History!, and The Race F1 Tech Show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 25, 2026 • 52min
Has Honda ruined Alonso’s final F1 masterplan?
Jon Noble, F1 correspondent with paddock insight, and Scott Mitchell-Malm, technical F1 analyst, unpack Alonso’s troubled Aston Martin testing. They discuss pre-season struggles, Honda power unit faults, Newey’s late arrival and timeline for recovery. Short takes on Alonso’s mindset, potential moves and whether fixes arrive in 2026 or 2027.
Feb 20, 2026 • 50min
Bahrain Testing Day 6: Our final verdict on every team’s pre-season
Ferrari ended testing on top courtesy of a Charles Leclerc flyer at the end of the final day of running in Bahrain. But who is really the pace-setter heading to Melbourne, and how did Aston Martin somehow manage to have its worst day yet of a nightmare pre-season? Edd Straw is joined by Scott Mitchell-Malm and Samarth Kanal to answer those questions and sum up each team's start to 2026.Get your 7-day free trial to The Race Members' Club on Patreon today and enjoy bonus F1 podcasts and ad-free listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 19, 2026 • 33min
Bahrain Testing Day 5: Ferrari showing promise - but will radical rear wing be a game-changer?
Gary Anderson, former F1 technical director and race engineer, breaks down radical aero and rule quirks. He explains Ferrari’s upside-down rear wing concept and how it compares to rivals. Short takes cover diffuser tricks, lower-power trials and what teams are learning ahead of the season. All in concise technical analysis and lively discussion.
Feb 18, 2026 • 34min
Bahrain Testing Day 4: Upgraded Mercedes shows ominous form
It was George Russell in the upgraded Mercedes on top on the first day of the final Bahrain pre-season test as the lap times continued to drop. But what impact could the looming compression ratio saga resolution have on it, and how did the experimental start procedure trialled at the end of the day play out? Edd Straw is joined by Scott Mitchell-Malm to review another gripping day of running, and run the rule over every team on track.Get your 7-day free trial to The Race Members' Club on Patreon today and enjoy bonus F1 podcasts and ad-free listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 16, 2026 • 46min
One thing on every team's to-do list for the final pre-season test
A team-by-team run through what each squad must fix in the final Bahrain pre-season test. Talks cover McLaren’s energy management and start issues, Mercedes’ off-track controversy and on-track refinement, and Ferrari’s balance sensitivity. Audi’s bold sidepod concept and Racing Bulls’ PU-chassis tuning get attention. Aston Martin’s baseline reliability and Williams’ setup hunt are also highlighted.
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Feb 15, 2026 • 50min
When does clever thinking become cheating? - The Undercut with Damon Hill and Mark Hughes
A lively debate about where clever engineering ends and cheating begins in Formula 1. They dig into the Mercedes power-unit compression controversy and compare it to past fuel-flow and hidden-gadget scandals. Historical loopholes, measurement tricks and how rules, politics and public outrage shape enforcement are explored. The conversation mixes technical detail with tales of on-track cheekiness.
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Feb 13, 2026 • 1h 9min
Bahrain Testing Day 3: Does F1 have a safety problem with new rules?
Debate over Andrea Stella’s safety warnings about 2026 cars, race starts and following effects. Confusion around practice-start footage and how broadcasts misrepresented it. Technical talks on slipstreaming, energy limits, charging techniques and overtaking challenges. Testing drama as teams scramble to read lap times, sandbagging and who looked quick after three days of running.
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Feb 12, 2026 • 41min
Bahrain Testing Day 2: What's behind Verstappen's 'anti-racing' rules comment?
Nelson Valkenburg, Dutch F1 commentator for Viaplay Netherlands, gives on-site impressions from Bahrain testing. He unpacks Max Verstappen’s blunt critique of the 2026 rules and whether it’s meant to influence change. They discuss Ferrari’s uptick, Mercedes’ early struggles, Aston Martin’s issues and how drivers are adapting to livelier rear dynamics.
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Feb 11, 2026 • 41min
Bahrain Testing Day 1: Is Red Bull really the benchmark?
Day one in Bahrain sparks debate over whether Red Bull is the new benchmark. Trackside observations highlight aggressive downshifts, braking harvest and energy management differences. Discussion covers compression ratio politics, ride-height and aero sensitivity, and why missing mileage hurts development. Quick takes on Ferrari, Haas, Alpine, Audi and Cadillac’s surprising early form.
Feb 11, 2026 • 28min
BONUS: In-Car Insights - What we're looking for on day one of Bahrain F1 testing
A car-ride conversation about what to watch on day one of Bahrain F1 testing. They tease on-track clues like braking, rotation and mid-corner stability. They debate fragile aero bits, tyre and long-run observations, and how Bahrain can mask weaknesses. They unpack engine energy, straight-line mode detection zones, and the logistics of getting the right trackside view.
