Formula Pod

The 2026 season delivers its first real statement — and it comes from a 19-year-old.In Shanghai, a new star announces himself as Kimi Antonelli converts pole into a sensational maiden victory, leading a dominant Mercedes performance in a race defined as much by chaos as it was by control.We break down what this win means for the championship, whether Mercedes has already taken the early edge, and how Ferrari’s pace, and intra-team dynamics, are shaping up after a strong but not quite complete weekend.Elsewhere, it was a race full of unexpected storylines: Cadillac finishing ahead of Aston Martin, Oliver Bearman putting in a standout defensive drive under pressure, and Alpine quietly delivering one of their most solid performances in recent memory.From breakthrough moments to early warning signs, this episode unpacks a Chinese Grand Prix that may have already shifted the trajectory of the 2026 season.

We discuss all about the very first race in Formula 1's new regulations, the Australian Grand Prix. For the first time, we saw all the cars in race action and how these new engines are surviving the race, and clearly, we have some things to say.

Season 4 is officially here and we’re back in racing mode. 🏁In this episode, we break down the 2026 F1 liveries — who nailed it, who played it safe, and who completely surprised us. We also dive into the first round of pre-season testing in Bahrain and what it really tells us about the pecking order.Plus, we make our bold championship predictions for the season ahead.Fresh paint. Fresh drama. Let’s go racing.

In this season finale of Formula Pod, we look back at the 2025 Formula 1 season and reflect on the V6 turbo-hybrid era as the sport prepares for its major 2026 regulation reset.Rather than breaking down a single race, this episode takes a broader view — exploring what defined the season, the competitive narrative of dominance and disruption, key turning points, and the teams that over- and underperformed. We also discuss how the hybrid era reshaped Formula 1, from the way drivers race to how fans watch the sport.We’re joined by Priya Patel-Chomel, a long-time Formula 1 fan from the Damon Hill era, and Urvashi, who discovered the sport through Drive to Survive and F1’s online culture. Together, they share fan perspectives on the moments that mattered most during the turbo-hybrid years — offering views shaped by very different entry points into the sport.Before wrapping up the season, we look ahead to what’s next in Formula 1, including new 2026 terminology, active aerodynamics, overtake mode, and the excitement around January’s car launches.A season wrapped, an era reviewed, and the next chapter of Formula 1 just around the corner.

It’s the penultimate race of the Formula 1 season, and while we hoped for clarity on the championship battle, it looks like Abu Dhabi will deliver the final verdict. In this episode, we dive into McLaren’s very familiar-looking strategy moves (yes, the Ferrari inspiration is noted), Williams’ impressive resurgence, the fierce mid-field fight, and Red Bull’s latest strategic masterclass led by Hannah Schmitz.

We’re in the final stretch of the Formula 1 season, and the action returns to the OG U.S. circuit — Austin, Texas. The Sprint brought its share of surprises, with McLaren missing out, while the main race didn’t quite deliver the on-track drama many expected. Still, it was a weekend to celebrate for Ferrari fans, as the team emerged with the biggest points haul. In this episode, we break down what really happened in Austin, and dive into a lively debate — should Charles have let Lando through instead of defending him?

We explore today all about the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, an exiciting and nail-biting race, something which we haven't had for while. Piastri out, Norris not finishing where we expected, which extended McLaren's deal to seal constructors for another race. Whereas it was a pure luck for Williams and a bonus for George Russell.

As Formula 1 breaks for Half Season break, we deep dive into the season, on track and off track. Our biggest surprises and biggest disappointments, we break it all down in thsi episode .

It was the Hungarian GP and some things were way different than expected. A Ferrari on pole since Schumacher, both Aston Martin's in Top 10 in qualifying and post-race, Hamilton's consistency records being broken once again.

Formula pod is back with its download from the Belgium Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps. A delayed race due to low visibility, a insane time behind the safety car and then a wet to dry race. We dial down on the race from Ferrari's startegy masterclass to Willaims fight to keep holding the 5th place in the constructors. We also discuss at length what Gunther Steiner said on Lewis Hamilton, if he is bigger than the team or sport.

Formula 1 returns home for the British Grand Prix—a race that never disappoints. Despite headlines about a UK heatwave, the weekend delivered classic Silverstone rain, throwing strategy teams into overdrive. Some nailed it; others fell short. McLaren delighted the home crowd with a 1–2 finish, with Lando Norris taking victory. Meanwhile, after 239 races, Germany’s Nico Hülkenberg finally claimed his first-ever F1 podium.We break down all the key moments from the race in detail. Plus, we dive into the ongoing drama at Red Bull—from their reputation for ruthless firings to now the Team Principal being sacked. Join us for an in-depth look at a weekend that shook up the paddock.We were also joined by Naila from F1 Club UAE, giving her take on what has happened on track and off track.

Formula 1 is back around the track considered crown jewel of Formula 1, the Monaco Grand Prix. This time, teams were given the unique challenge of mandatory pit stops, but did that reflect into changes in the start grid once the race was done? Lets find out!

A late epiosde to begin with, we explore all about what happened at Imola from Quali to Race Day.

The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, a race which had all the thrills and the battles, espected a later safety car but it had to come in Lap 1 itself. We explored all about the race, a worrying trend in F1 and someone holds now a record which he is not that proud of.

Join us as we disect all the happenings at the Bahrain GP with the members at the F1 Club UAE. Instead of our regular crew, we got Tanuj, the founder and a 15 year F1 fan, and we spoke everything from Lando Norris errors to why certain people still exist on the track

It was the Chinese Grand Prix, a new race, a new track, but a different schedule and verdicts, which we didn't even imagine would happen! It was definitely a lot less DNF, but some teams managed to get their car, strategy, and drive right, whereas the others just didn't know what to do! Listen in as we dive deep into the happenings at the Chinese Grand Prix

Formula 1 is officially back in business and this time we kickoff the season with a wet race in Albert Park. We saw the newbies in their form, the oldies in new colors and some action on the track.

Lando Norris wins the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and is the champion of the world. We have our resident McLaren fan, join us on the show and talk all about what the win means for her who has been waiting for the past 3 years for this moment. We disucss about Abu Dhabi , the race in length and some big mentions. Listen in to learn more.

It's our final episode of the year, where we talk about what's happening at Red Bull with driver changes, a familiar face joins back the Mercedes AMG family. We also looked at some stats for the 2024 season and we were a not so surprised but a bit surprised, IYKYK.

A chaotic one, yet quite an interesting race in Abu Dhabi. Quite a lot of unexpected things took place! Listen in as we dig deep into the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix