Crash F1 Podcast

How Lando Norris overcame the doubters to win his first F1 title in Abu Dhabi

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 16:18:45 GMT

Formula 1 has a new champion - Lando Norris takes his maiden F1 title in Abu Dhabi.

Ian, Lewis and Jordan break down all the biggest moments from the 2025 season and look ahead to 2026.

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Will McLaren's strategy blunder at Qatar cost them the championship? | Crash F1 podcast

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 16:36:46 GMT

McLaren may have just handed the driver's title to Max Verstappen and Red Bull after losing the Qatar Grand Prix.

A major strategy blunder say Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris losing out to Max Verstappen who moves up to second in the championship.

Ian and Lewis break down what went wrong for McLaren and look ahead to a historic three way fight in Abu Dhabi for the 2025 season finale.

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McLaren shock double disqualification at Las Vegas Grand Prix in huge F1 driver's title twist

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 14:41:01 GMT

The F1 title fight took a huge turn in Las Vegas as both McLaren drivers were disqualified.

Max Verstappen took home a dominant win and has now closed the gap to championship leader Lando Norris to just 24 points and is tied for second with Oscar Piastri.

Meanwhile there is more drama behind the scenes at Ferrari and is Christian Horner set to become the new Aston Martin team priniciple?

Ian, Lewis and Jordan breakdown all the action from the Las Vegas Grand Prix.

04:00 - 06:00 McLaren's double disqualification

10:20 - 12:00 Max Verstappen best driver this season?

20:00 - 25:00 Oscar Piastri's slump in form

25:00 - 35:00 George Russell future world champion?

35:00 - 55:00 More drama behind the scenes at Ferrari

55:00 - Christian Horner linked with Aston Martin move

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Lando Norris' clean sweep and a Max Verstappen masterclass in Brazil | Crash F1 podcast

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 09:17:02 GMT

An action packed weekend at Interlagos saw Lando Norris take a clean sweep winning the Sprint and Grand Prix to extend his championship lead.

But it was Max Verstappen's comeback drive from the pitland to the podium which had everyone talking.

Meanwhile Oscar Piastri's slump in form continues as the championship plays further into the hands of his McLaren teammate.

Ian, Lewis and Lucas relive a chaotic weekend at Interlagos.

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How Lando Norris Snatched Back The Lead: Inside the Mexico Grand Prix Title Shift

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 16:37:20 GMT

Just one point separates championship rivals Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri after a dominant victory for Norris in Mexico.

Is Oscar Piastri starting to feel the pressure as his championship hopes begin to slump?

And Lewis Hamilton missed out on what might have been his first podium with Ferrari following a controversial penalty.

Ian, Lewis and Lucas try to make sense of a very chaotic Mexican Grand Prix.

0:00 - Norris reclaims the top spot

18:50 - Ferrari back on form and Lewis Hamilton's penalty

26:00 - Was Max Verstappen lucky to dodge a penalty?

35:30 - Virtual Safety Car's impact on the race

43:00 - Ollie Bearman's breakthrough performance

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Did Lando Norris blow his chance to get ahead of Oscar Piastri? | Crash F1 podcast

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 16:36:52 GMT

Max Verstappen winning once again, a disaster weekend for McLaren, and Carlos Sainz stands on the podium once again.

Ian and Lucas break down all the drama from the race weekend in Baku this weekend.

Did Lando Norris blow his only chance to close the gap to championship rival Oscar Piastri?

And is Max Verstappen back in contention o win the driver's championship?

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Will McLaren regret their controversial team orders decision? | Crash F1 podcast

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 11:07:21 GMT

Max Verstappen was back on the top step after a dominant performance at Monza. But is there trouble brewing at McLaren after the papaya team made a controversial team orders decision for championship rivals Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

This week Ian and Lucas break down all the drama from the Italian Grand Prix and also discuss some of the controversial changes to F1 put forward by CEO Stefano Domenicali.

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Disaster DNF for Norris and Piastri extends his lead while Hadjar stands on the podium | Crash F1 podcast

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 13:34:22 GMT

Oscar Piastri delivered a flawless drive to take victory and extend his lead in the Drivers’ Championship. Meanwhile, his teammate (and closest rival) Lando Norris faced heartbreak with a crushing DNF, shaking up the title fight.

But the story of the weekend belonged to rookie sensation Isack Hadjar, who stormed his way onto the podium for the very first time in Formula 1 after an outstanding performance from start to finish.

Ian and Lucas break down all the action from the Dutch Grand Prix.

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Perez and Bottas sign for Cadillac and F1 returns after the summer break

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 12:17:17 GMT

Formula 1 is back - and so is the Crash F1 podcast!

In the first episode Ian and Lucas take a look back on the season so far as McLaren aim to continue their dominant run into the second half of the season.

Plus Sergio Perez and Valterri Bottas make a triumphant return to the grid after signing F1's newest team Cadillac.

0:00 - McLaren's dominant season

9:00 - Lewis Hamilton's struggles at Ferrari

22:40 - When will George Russell sign a new Mercedes contract?

25:50 - Kimi Antonelli's F1 season so far

32:10 - Chaos at Red Bull

44:00 - Perez and Bottas return

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Where Each F1 Team Stands Before the Australian Grand Prix | Crash F1 Podcast

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 16:30:52 GMT

In this episode Jack, Lewis, and Connor discuss the upcoming 2025 season, analyzing each team's performance during preseason testing.

They delve into the struggles of Sauber, the surprising progress of Williams, the underwhelming results from RB, the consistent approach of Haas, the positive turnaround for Alpine, and the challenges facing Aston Martin, Mercedes' positive pre-season testing, Red Bull's challenges, Ferrari's mixed signals, and McLaren's strong performance, highlighting the competitive landscape of F1.

Chapters:

0:00 Intro

0:22 Sauber

2:51 Williams

8:32 VCARB

15:24 Haas

20:24 Alpine

25:55 Aston Martin

34:43 Mercedes

37:54 Red Bull

44:27 Ferrari

48:19 McLaren

55:12 Pecking Order

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Can Mercedes Succeed without Lewis Hamilton? | Crash F1 Podcast

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 17:30:19 GMT

In this episode, the discussion revolves around the Mercedes Formula One team's journey over the past 15 years, their current challenges, and the introduction of rookie driver Kimi Antonelli. The conversation highlights the optimistic environment at Mercedes, the technical hurdles they face, and the expectations placed on Antonelli as he steps into the spotlight. Additionally, the roles of George Russell and Toto Wolff are examined, along with predictions for the team's performance in the upcoming seasons.

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00:00 Mercedes' Dominance in Formula One

01:24 The Optimistic Environment at Mercedes

02:50 Understanding the Technical Challenges

07:35 Kimi Antonelli: The Rookie's Journey

12:30 George Russell's New Role as Team Leader

17:53 Toto Wolff's Leadership and Future Challenges

20:10 Mercedes' Prospects for 2026

23:33 The Return of Valtteri Bottas

27:13 Predictions for Antonelli's Performance

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Max Verstappen to Aston Martin? $1 Billion Deal Debate | Crash F1 podcast

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 18:43:37 GMT

In this episode of the Crash F1 podcast, the hosts delve into the recent crash involving Lewis Hamilton during testing in Barcelona, discussing the implications for his confidence and the Ferrari team.

They also explore the ongoing rumours surrounding Max Verstappen's future, particularly his potential move to Aston Martin, and the team's ambitions for the upcoming seasons, including the impact of Adrian Newey's arrival.

In this conversation, we delve into the dynamics of Red Bull Racing, particularly focusing on the recent changes within the team, including the departure of Adrian Newey and the rise of Liam Lawson.

They discuss the implications of these changes on the team's performance and future prospects, as well as the challenges Lawson may face as he steps into a prominent role. The conversation also touches on the potential future driver lineup for Red Bull and the role of their junior team in developing talent.

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Ferrari adjusting F1 car to suit Lewis Hamilton’s demands | Crash F1 podcast

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 18:00:00 GMT

In this episode of the Crash F1 podcast, Jack, Lewis, and Connor discuss the significant transition of Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari, exploring the excitement surrounding his move, the challenges he faces in adapting to a new team, and the implications for both Ferrari and Mercedes.

They delve into Hamilton's preparation for the upcoming season, the technical expectations from Ferrari, and the impact of FIA regulations on media interactions. The conversation also touches on Toto Wolff's perspective on Hamilton's departure and the broader implications for the sport as a whole.

Chapters:

00:00 Hamilton's Historic Move to Ferrari

07:17 Bedding In: Hamilton's Transition Challenges

13:05 Ferrari's Technical Package: Hopes and Expectations

18:48 Racecraft and Consistency: Hamilton vs. Verstappen

27:59 FIA Regulations: Controlling the Narrative

29:13 The Role of Swearing in F1

32:22 FIA Leadership and Controversies

35:46 The Impact of Lewis Hamilton's Departure

42:58 IMSA and WRC + Outro

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Major questions as Lewis Hamilton Joins Ferrari | Crash Formula 1 Podcast

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 17:35:48 GMT

In the first episode of the Crash F1 podcast for the 2025 season, hosts Jack Threlfall, Lewis Larkam, and Connor McDonagh discuss the major stories for the upcoming Formula One season.

They delve into Lewis Hamilton's significant move to Ferrari, the expectations for Ferrari and McLaren, the dynamics of driver relationships, and the challenges faced by new drivers in the sport.

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