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FormulaFriendsThe SAUDI GP and (dys)functional teamsAfter the checkered flag came out in Jeddah, Sergio Pérez took his first win of the season. Could we be in for another 2016 situation or is the gap in performance between Max and Checo too big? Are team orders going to play a role? The second race of the season has brought several hilarious team radios and first spicy moments of 2023. Also, Sara is providing valuable insight on what it's like to have a "Max fan" boyfriend as a Mercedes girlie.2023-03-3024 minFormulaFriendsThe BAHRAIN GP and a Spanish revolutionIt’s officially lights out and away we go for the 2023 season. After the first race of the season some things are new while some stayed the same. RedBull dominance and Ferrari self-sabotage on the one hand. No Daniel and Seb, Alonso on the podium and a FIA political statement ban on the other hand. We discuss it all in the first race episode of the season.2023-03-1526 minFormulaFriendsEp 1: Back to businessF1's back after what seemed like forever and although it was quiet for a while, it's back on track in Bahrain. Car reveals, new driver's pairings and most importantly the drivers' respective Hogwarts Houses, we're ready to unpack it all.2023-03-0121 minFormulaFriendsSPECIAL EPISODE: our 2 cents about Abu Dhabi 2021This episode comes one year after the Abu Dhabi controversy in 2021 and right before the Abu Dhabi 2022 GP which brings back a lot of flashbacks, we are having an episode of therapeutical self healing discussing what actually happened, how do people in the sport talk about it one year later and why is the F1 "community" at each other's throats when Lewis and Max were able to shake hands after what will go down as one of the most controversial races of modern F1 history2022-11-1822 minFormulaFriendsEp 11: Russell’s maiden win and team order tension in BrazilAfter what was probably the best race weekend in the 2022 season so far there’s a lot to discuss as George Russell gets his maiden win and proves to everyone that the W13 has what it takes after all. But that’s not all: old rivals Hamilton and Verstappen collide (again) before a lot of team orders make the race even spicier. We discuss whether Max’s petty move not to switch back positions with Checo was justified and what possible drama could be going down in the RedBull garage at the moment.2022-11-1634 minFormulaFriendsEp 10: Las Vegas Launch, personal bias and Joyce unhingedAhead of the Brazilian GP we talk about the Las Vegas Launch, Mick's chances for staying in F1 and Daniel Ricciardo as a reserve driver. But after a slow news week, we talk all about our personal bias, who we would support if our favorite driver retires and Seb's dad as a part time commentator for Sky Germany.2022-11-1020 minFormulaFriendsEp 9: Halloween in Amsterdam as Lewis Hamilton, a Sky-Boykott and why the FIA needs restructuringThis week we tell you all about Joyce‘s experience when dressing up as Lewis Hamilton in the Netherlands for Halloween before talking about strategy mistakes from Merc in Mexico. We also discuss Max boycotting Sky UK and then do a deep dive into why the FIA needs restructuring.2022-11-0334 minFormulaFriendsEp 8: Pony-Paddock-Passes, protests and the double standard for Female F1Content CreatorsToday we talk about the spectacle that was the Austin GP from Daniel riding into the paddock on a horse, to the T1 „inchident“ and most importantly the bias against Female F1 content creators and labeling them „DTS“ fans as soon as they get something wrong while men can make their lack of knowledge a profitable business.2022-10-2736 minFormulaFriendsEp 7: A tractor on track, a new world champion and a hungry RedBull team„But I am not, right? … I am? … Are you sure?“ We were all Max last Sunday after the race in Suzuka. A short yet intensive race left with a bittersweet feeling following a catastrophic mistake made by the race direction. Pierre is angry but Max is hungry. What consequences will RedBull’s minor overspend announced this Monday by the FIA bring? Will we see a physical altercation between Christian and Toto? Welcome to the seventh episode of the Formula Friends Podcast, where we once again try not to get too deep into the legalities of the financial regulations.2022-10-1228 minFormulaFriendsEp 6: Rainy Singapore, Toto and Christian as Suits Characters and F1's ungratefulness towards fansAfter three long weeks without a race the SingaporeGP had more safety cars than Alpine has potential drivers for 2023 and an epic win from Checo. However, the drama that was unfolding on track has nothing on the drama that was happening off track: a potential budget cap breach. In the second part we'll talk about the fans and what F1 has done for the average fan. If you have been to a race on general admission please tell us your experience.2022-10-0528 minFormulaFriendsEp 5: Budget caps and driver swaps - a paddock filled with rumorsWelcome back after what we call the summer break 2.0. While pretty much nothing has been announced officially, rumors are surrounding Nyck's future in F1, other silly season moves and (SWITCH 7:28) two teams supposedly not adhering to the 2021 budget cap as set in the financial regulation. Enjoy!2022-10-0216 minFormulaFriendsEp 4: The double Dutch triumph at Monza, the Tifosi and booing at sporting eventsDisclaimer: Our audio still sucks
Today we'll be taking you through our thoughts on the Italian GP, including the (not so) big safety car controversy. Silly season's topic of the week is Nyck delivering a fantastic ride on his debut and what it might mean for his chances of getting an F1 seat. The second part (switch: 12:55) is about booing at sporting events and whether the Tifosi are being treated differently by the media than other fans. Enjoy!2022-09-1625 minFormulaFriendsEp 3: Zandvoort drama, the CRB decision on Piastri and the discussion surrounding Colton Herta's super licenseWelcome back to FormulaFriends! In today’s episode we’re talking about the Dutch GP and the ever-unfolding silly season. The second part (switch 12:30) is all about the upcoming FIA decision on Colton Herta’s super license and the lengths F1 will/would go to to have a driver from the US on the grid. 2022-09-0723 minFormulaFriendsEp 2: F1's going back to school, more Alpine x McLaren drama & the exclusive Thursday event at SpaWelcome back to FormulaFriends. F1's back from holidays but didn't leave the drama behind. We'll have a quick recap of the Spa GP and talk about the new evolvements regarding silly season. In the second part (from 14:44) we'll talk you through the Thursday's exclusive event that was gifted us as a compensation for last year's rain-soaked "race". Tell us what you think on our social media channels! Instagram: @formulafriendss TikTok: @formulafriendss2022-08-3129 min
FormulaFriendsEp 1: Previously on F1, silly season and F1's problem when fighting racismHello and welcome to the very first episode of FormulaFriends. SWITCH: 14:47. We’ll have quick round up of the season so far before we dive right into all the silly season chaos that has been going on, including the question whether Daniel Ricciardo still got it and how many rookies will be on the grid in 2023. We are also focusing on a more sensitive topic: Racism in F1. In regard to Toto Wolff’s comments in the Financial Times, we will discuss what F1 has been doing up until now and where the problems in this approach lie. Feel free to t...2022-08-2429 min