The streets of Azerbaijan turned into a game of “who can keep it out of the wall?” and Carlos Sainz showed everyone how it’s done. In this week’s Formula Fools, David and Skin break down Sainz’s podium heroics in the Williams, a Racing Bulls double points haul, and a McLaren weekend to forget — yes, Oscar, we’re looking at you.Skin’s hot takes dive into the wild qualifying session, why wind suddenly became F1’s biggest enemy, and whether Oscar’s rough weekend says more about pressure or perspective. Plus, Driver of the Day, Biggest Letdown, and a chat on why Mercedes quietly pulled off one of their best weekends of the season.It’s gurus, fools, and everything in between — Azerbaijan style. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The ground-effect era is on its last lap, and Formula 1 is about to hit the reset button. In 2026, the sport is getting smaller, lighter cars, radical new active aerodynamics, and power units that are 50% battery, 50% engine. Oh, and don’t forget sustainable fuel, an overtaking boost button, and some safety upgrades that could change how crashes are handled.In this episode, the Fools break down the biggest rule shake-up since 2014 — from scrapping DRS for X-Mode and Z-Mode, to the insane jump in electric power, to whether 30% less downforce really means better racing. Will this revolution bring wheel-to-wheel action back to classic tracks like Monaco, or just give drivers even more buttons to press? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Italian Grand Prix gave us drama from the start to the finish, with McLaren’s call to swap Lando and Oscar stealing the spotlight. Was the team protecting their star, or just undoing a botched pit stop? We dive into why Piastri looked so aggressive, why everyone thinks turn 1 is the place to send it, and how Max somehow went from giving up places to cruising to a huge victory.Plus, we ask the real questions: Did Sainz dodge a penalty he should’ve had? What on earth does a suspension failure mean for Alonso (and why did it have to be him)? And why is Lawson once again taking “no prisoners” a bit too literally with Tsunoda?Strap in as we break down the chaos, the strategy, and the very questionable decisions from Monza. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Dutch GP had it all – Oscar Piastri pulls off his first career Grand Slam, while poor Lando’s hopes literally go up in smoke. Max Verstappen reminds us why he’s ridiculous with a daring overtake on the limit, and Ferrari… well, Ferrari did Ferrari things again. We also dive into Alex Albon’s miracle drive, Isack Hadjar’s podium-worthy grit, and Skin’s confusion over missing wheels, pit light blunders, and whether Mercedes’ strategy ever makes sense. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It was a Hungarian Grand Prix full of head-scratchers and hot takes — from Leclerc’s shock pole to his mysterious chassis collapse, to McLaren’s strategy masterclass (or was it sabotage?) that left Oscar fans fuming.David breaks down how Ferrari managed to undo a front-row start, Hamilton’s bizarre post-quali comments, and whether Red Bull are in real trouble. Meanwhile, Skin’s asking all the big questions: was Oscar stitched up? Did Norris just wing it? And what even is a chassis problem?Plus, surprise pace from Alonso and Bortoleto, Williams disappearing entirely, and Max Verstappen gets called out in the Fool segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Buckle up for a drenched and dramatic Belgian Grand Prix as David breaks down a wet and wild weekend at Spa — where Lewis Hamilton rose from the pit lane to deliver a race-day clinic. Oscar Piastri nailed his restart, Alex Albon turned defence into an art form, and Ferrari somehow got a strategy right (yes, really).Meanwhile, Lando Norris had another weekend to forget, with costly errors and coaching overload casting doubt on his title credentials. Skin asks all the right questions — from rolling starts to battery clipping to why tire degradation sounds like falling off a cliff. Plus, we hand out Guru of the Week and crown this round’s Formula Fool.It’s slippery, it’s savage, and it’s Spa. Let’s get foolish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, the unthinkable finally happened: Nico Hülkenberg stood on a Formula 1 podium… and the entire motorsport world wept with joy. In his 239th race, starting from P19, the Hulk pulled off a strategic masterclass to secure P3 at Silverstone and we break down every glorious detail.Elsewhere, Lando Norris won in front of the home crowd (with a little help from the stewards), Oscar got hit with a harsh penalty (and hit back with some press conference sass), and Max had one of his weirdest weekends in a while. Plus: Ferrari confusion, Mercedes misery, and some truly iconic Skin Hot Takes, including whether Nico is actually the greatest driver of all time.We also hand out our Hero and Fool of the Day, question the FIA’s penalty logic, and try to figure out how the hell Lance Stroll went from P4 to P7 in two laps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, David and Skin break down a blockbuster Austrian Grand Prix that saw McLaren deliver a dominant 1-2 finish – and maybe Lando’s best race of the year. From Norris securing the biggest pole gap of the season to Piastri’s slick move on Leclerc, it was a weekend that underlined the papaya resurgence.We unpack how Liam Lawson embarrassed the Red Bulls on their home turf, why Ferrari looked sharper compared to Canada, and what on earth happened to Williams after such a promising start. Skin’s Hot Takes cover everything from Carlos Sainz’s fiery brake drama to Antonelli’s bowling ball impression – and yes, there’s a story about a Supra in second gear.Plus: Kick Sauber’s sensational points haul, Christian Horner’s unforgettable exhaust pipe quote, and our picks for Driver of the Day and the biggest letdown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Canadian Grand Prix delivered chaos, class, and a clash of the McLaren titans. David breaks down that Lap 67 moment, was it Oscar’s elite defending or Lando’s missed chance that caused the collision? Skin brings the heat with hot takes on McLaren’s strategy gamble: was “let them race” worth the points lost?Plus:– George Russell’s flawless win– Kimi’s maiden podium (and is he actually that good?)– Alex Albon vs Williams Strategy (again)– And… what the hell blew up in Q1?It’s all here in your favourite blend of F1 insight and idiocy. Let’s get foolish. 🏁 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week, the Fools dive headfirst into the chaos that was the Spanish Grand Prix. David tries to make sense of Red Bull’s questionable strategy calls and Max’s bump-and-run on George, while Skin grapples with gravel traps, invisible blue flags. There’s love for Oscar, confusion over dirty air vs. tow, and a suspicious amount of praise for Hulk. Oh, and Hamilton’s Ferrari? Let’s just say… it’s not giving Prancing Horse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
David and Skin tackle one of the biggest head-scratchers in motorsport: how to fix the Monaco Grand Prix. From wider cars and narrow track sections to crazy pit stop rules and unpredictable weather, we break down what’s holding back overtaking and why fans still flock to the iconic streets of Monte Carlo. Could tweaking the layout or shrinking the cars bring back the magic? Or should we just embrace Monaco as a one-of-a-kind spectacle where qualifying is the real race? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
David and Skin tackle the chaos of the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix – a race that left fans scratching their heads and drivers muttering on the radio. From Red Bull’s clever strategy plays to Williams’ puzzling tactics, and Mercedes’ textbook meltdown, we dissect the weirdest Monaco we’ve seen. Skin brings his signature “hot takes” on Bearman’s Red Flag penalty from Free Practice, while David rants about the need for SMALLER CARS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Imola delivered chaos, comebacks, and possibly the best Williams performance in years. David raves about Max Verstappen’s first-lap wizardry and Ferrari’s late-race fire, while Skin wonders if Aston Martin stole Ferrari’s mojo in Quali. The boys unpack Piastri’s passive defense, Lando’s growing moans, and whether Alex Albon was robbed in that Leclerc clash. Also… has the Williams P6 bet suddenly become too conservative? Driver of the Day, Biggest Letdown, and of course, a Hot Take or two – it’s all here in our Emilia Romagna GP recap. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oscar Piastri is officially world champion material! In this week’s Formula Fools, David breaks down Oscar’s historic win at the Saudi GP, including that insane overtake on Lewis Hamilton and what it means for the title race. Meanwhile, Skin backs Max (kinda?) in the Turn 1 drama and wonders if sneaky DRS tactics are taking over the grid. We also dive into Alonso getting muscled off, Williams’ GOAT behavior, and why Ferrari mechanics might actually deserve Driver of the Day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s our Bahrain GP reaction episode — and things got spicy under the desert lights 🌴🔥David and Skin dive into:Norris’s jumpy start and even jumpier emotionsWhether McLaren’s golden boy has the grit of a future World ChampBearman’s barnstorming start and how Haas DOMINATED their strategyHulkenberg’s disappearing qualifying time (and even more disappearing plank)The FIA’s endless mess ups, the F1 TV director’s chaos, and George Russell’s cooked sensorAnd of course, our Driver of the Day and Biggest Letdown picks 👀Was Bahrain brilliant or a bit broken? Tune in to find out — and stick around for Skin’s Hot Takes and a mid-race tech meltdown or two. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Japanese Grand Prix delivered a masterclass from Max Verstappen — a god-tier quali lap, flawless tire management, and cool under pit pressure. But while Max soared, McLaren… well, napped. David vents about missed opportunities for Lando and Oscar, while Skin tries to figure out why everyone’s so hot for Max’s lap and what the hell an “upshift issue” even is. We cover spicy radio rants and whether smaller cars and softer tires could actually fix the sport.Plus: Ryan Smith returns for Hot Lap Recap, Skin backs Doohan for DOTD, and David gives his flowers to a future F1 star. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
You’ve heard commentators scream about DRS zones, but what actually is it? In this ep, David explains how Drag Reduction System works, why it matters in F1, and when it can (and can’t) be used.From sneaky overtakes to sketchy disqualifications, we cover the rules, the tech, and the strategy behind one of modern F1’s biggest game changers. Plus, Skin gets stuck into the weird DRS drama from past races—including how opening your wing too much can get you booted out of a GP.If you’ve ever wondered what that little wing flap does… this one’s for you. 🏁🛠️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ever wondered how an F1 driver can go from podium celebrations to a brutal disqualification? After Ferrari’s post-race DQ drama in China, David and Skin break down the most common reasons cars get disqualified, from worn-out skid blocks to fuel fiascos.Plus, we revisit four of the most controversial DQs in F1 history, including Senna vs. Prost at Suzuka, Schumacher’s Spa heartbreak, and James Hunt’s too-wide-for-FIA McLaren.It’s all here—rules, scandals, and the wildest ways F1 drivers have lost it all! 🎙️🏎️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Chinese Grand Prix had strategy chaos, shock disqualifications, and a rising star in Ollie Bearman. David and Skin break down Ferrari’s latest blunder, why the Racing Bulls looked fast until they didn’t, and how Williams is (technically) ahead of Ferrari in the championship. Plus, we dive into Lando’s brake issue, the brutal rookie discourse, and why a two-stop strategy wasn’t actually quicker. Oh, and Laura Mueller just made history as the first female race engineer to score F1 points—massive!Strap in for race recaps, hot takes, and questionable F1 wisdom 🎙️🏎️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
David, Skin, and Leigh take you inside their Melbourne Grand Prix experience—from exclusive paddock tours to last-minute jacket purchases in classic Melbourne weather. David shares his Quad Lock, Toyota, and Aus GP adventures, including a Williams garage visit and spotting Lewis, Charles, Ocon, Damon Hill, and more up close. Skin redeems himself after last year’s F1 misstep, and Leigh gives his first-time Grand Prix verdict.Plus:🏎 McLaren’s team orders – Lando vs. Oscar🔴 Ferrari still being Ferrari💥 Crashes, surprises & the Red Bull second seat drama🏆 Driver of the Day & Biggest Letdown (spoiler: Albon thrives, Hamilton… not so much)Oh, and Disc definitely didn’t see an actress from Wicked.Tune in for all the behind-the-scenes chaos, race analysis, and classic Fools banter! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.