We are in Miami B****: Kimi on Pole, Leo Leclerc’s (& Oscar Piastri) Main Character Moment and judge the liveries
This week on Paddock 43, we break down all the biggest moments from the Miami Grand Prix, from standout performances on track to the most glamorous events off it.Kimi Antonelli stunned with a pole position in the sprint, Leo Leclerc became the surprise star of the weekend, and we saw pink EVERYWHERE. We cover it all, including a race that delivered more than expected.We also discuss:Could Pierre Gasly really be a future World Champion?First reactions to the proposed Madrid GP circuitThe new Kimi Antonelli documentaryF1 Academy's upcoming Drive to Survive-style seriesIsack Hadjar aiming for P9 in the Drivers' ChampionshipIn our Social Corner:Baby Lily is back with another adorable momentHailey Bieber and Alex Saint Mleux co-host Rhode at the trackVanity Fair and Ritz Carlton kick off the weekend with a dinner honouring the women of F1 and F1 AcademyFrom sprint surprises to high-fashion paddock moments, this is your ultimate Miami GP recap.Tune in now and follow for your weekly dose of girl-coded Formula 1 content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Chloe Grant: 19 year old racing car driver from Scotland, on sponsors, F1 academy & racing politics.
In this engaging conversation, Chloe Grant, a young racing driver from Scotland, shares her journey in motorsports, discussing the challenges of funding, the dynamics of gender in racing, and her role in empowering young women through initiatives like Girls On Track. She reflects on her early inspirations, the difficulties of securing sponsorships, and the importance of representation in a male-dominated sport. In this engaging conversation, Chloe Grant shares her journey through the world of motorsport, from the thrill of karting to her aspirations in the F1 Academy. She discusses the challenges of balancing family dynamics, the politics of racing, and her transition to endurance racing. Chloe emphasizes the importance of hard work, training, and enjoying the journey, while also shedding light on the financial constraints faced by drivers. Her insights provide a valuable perspective for aspiring racers and fans alike.Chloe Grant, motorsports, F1 Academy, funding challenges, gender dynamics, Girls On Track, racing career, karting, female empowerment, sports sponsorship, F1 Academy, karting, motorsport, endurance racing, family support, racing challenges, women in racing, driver training, motorsport advice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Saudi Arabia GP Recap: Oscar Reigns, A cold Mr Max & Ferrari's first podium
This week on Paddock 43, we’re unpacking all the chaos from the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix — and trust us, there’s plenty to talk about.From a lap 1 disaster between Gasly and Yuki, to a quietly brilliant drive from Oscar Piastri (yep, we’re still screaming), this race gave us drama and redemption. Ferrari fans, it’s your time to shine — we see you. And Max? Well, let’s just say he wasn’t exactly popping bottles on the podium either.Off-track, the F1 news cycle is delivering as always: Contract rumours swirl around Aston Martin and Max Verstappen, Carlos Sainz lands a fresh ambassadorship deal, and the internet loses its mind over those steamy Totto Wolff pics. Plus: George Russell’s new wheels, and an important update on everyone’s favourite paddock pup, Roscoe.We’ve also got Antonelli and Hadjar hype and a little reminder that Oscar’s finish marks the best result for an Aussie since Mark Webber's infamous 2010 Korea crash.Buckle up — this one’s fast, fiery, and full of F1 gossip you won’t want to miss.🎧 Available now wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bahrain GP REVIEW: OSCAR, Drama & A Furious Paddock Showdown
The F1 chaos is already in full swing and this week on Paddock 43, we’re diving into everything that went down at the Bahrain Grand Prix.From Oscar Piastri’s standout drive to Carlos Sainz’s brutal DNF and grid penalty, we’re breaking down all the big race moments – including Nico Hülkenberg’s bizarre disqualification saga that had fans scratching their heads.Off-track, George Russell secures a fresh two-year deal, Jackie Stewart gets emotional in his 1973 title-winning car, and Verstappen’s manager is spotted in a furious confrontation with Helmut Marko after the race. Yep, it’s all kicking off.We also chat fan stage moments, Antonelli’s viral jacket, and wrap things up with our Green Flag/Red Flag segment and the Random Moment of the Week.If you love F1 gossip, race recaps and a bit of chaos, this one’s for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Carlos Sainz Fined €20K for This?! Japan GP Recap from Our Nissan Qashqai Studio
We’re back in our roving podcast studio in the iconic Nissan Qashqai E-Power — with a full recap of the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix. While the race itself wasn’t one for the history books, we’re still buzzing after our electric viewing party at The Orrong Hotel. Pat dives into the wild world of Lawrence Stroll’s luxury yacht in Pat’s Social Corner, and we break down the bizarre reason Carlos Sainz was slapped with a €20,000 fine after missing the national anthem (spoiler: it’s actually hilarious). From grid penalties to gossip, this episode has everything you didn’t know you needed post-Suzuka. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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