Episodes
Karun Chandhok and Tommo join for our latest pod to rank the ten best drivers of the 2023 season.
Published 12/21/23
Sky Sports F1's Naomi Schiff, Martin Brundle and Simon Lazenby join Matthew Baker to preview the Sky Original film: 'Ferrari', which tells the story of the team's founder, Enzo, featuring actors Adam Driver, Penelope Cruz, Patrick Dempsey, directed by Michael Mann. 'Ferrari,' a Sky Original film, in cinemas from Boxing Day in the UK&I, and available in cinemas around the world throughout December.
Published 12/19/23
This week, Matt Baker is joined by Red Bull team principal Christian Horner for a special Q&A. He discusses Red Bull Christmas party plans, beach run-ins with Daniel Ricciardo and reveals Max Verstappen's biggest secret... of being a Tom Jones fan! Horner also explains how he and rival Toto Wolff created one of the most viral photos in the paddock. Finally, in end-of-season fashion, he makes his New Year resolutions for the team, including hopes for Sergio Perez to improve next season...
Published 12/07/23
Matt Baker is joined for the final podcast of the season by Ted Kravitz, Karun Chandhok and Bernie Collins. They discuss Max Verstappen's dominance, which saw the Red Bull driver win his third straight world title. They debate which drivers have impressed them this year and ask how much longer Fernando Alonso will be in Formula One. They also talk about their favourite race of 2023 and the feel-good moment of the season.
Published 11/28/23
Ted Kravitz looks ahead to the final race of the 2023 season from the paddock in Abu Dhabi. He discusses what’s left to fight for in both the drivers and constructors championships, as well as Hamilton's response to Christian Horner's comments about him joining Red Bull.
Published 11/23/23
Matt Baker is joined by Sky Sports’ Craig Slater and Simon Lazenby who give their first-hand experiences and opinions on the dramatic and spectacular Las Vegas Grand Prix. How did it compare to other races on the F1 calendar and did the actual racing deliver? Were Max Verstappen’s pessimistic pre-race comments justified? How did the fans who attended react to the race weekend? Do the schedule and timings need to change in future years?
Published 11/21/23
Ted Kravitz is joined by Craig Slater to review the biggest stories from the paddock ahead of the Las Vegas GP including Max Verstappen's comments criticising the opening ceremony. They question if high speeds, low temperatures and narrow tracks could offer a tricky race and debate who could come out on top this weekend.
Published 11/17/23
Matt Baker is joined by former F1 driver and Sky Sports pundit Karun Chandhok to look ahead to a spectacular race weekend of entertainment under the lights of the Las Vegas Strip. Karun shares what he is excited about the most and gives a unique insight into how the drivers will prepare for the Las Vegas Strip Circuit. He also reveals what challenges the track designers faced when mapping out the track and what he thinks will make the Las Vegas GP a success.
Published 11/14/23
Matt Baker is joined this week by Sky Sports F1's Naomi Schiff and Damon Hill. They discuss why Mercedes is still struggling with the W14 after Toto Wolff believed Brazil was his 'worst weekend in 13 years'. They also debate if Fernando Alonso's thrilling finish in Brazil was his best career drive ever after a masterclass of a defence against Sergio Perez. Finally, they turn their attention to Las Vegas and question could the cold weather throw a spanner in the works?
Published 11/07/23
Ted Kravitz reviews the biggest stories from the paddock ahead from Sao Paulo GP including the futures of Sergio Perez and Fernando Alonso. Also the departure of Mercedes' chief technical officer Mike Elliott.
Published 11/03/23
Matt Baker is joined this week by Craig Slater and F1 content creator Tommo. They reflect on the Mexico City Grand Prix and discuss the mounting pressure on Red Bull's Sergio Perez following his recent performances. They debate if Lewis Hamilton will pip the Mexican to second in the driver standings and address rumours Fernando Alonso could retire at the end of the year. They also question whether the Sprint format has worked this season and ask whether McLaren's Lando Norris could replace...
Published 10/31/23
Matt Baker is joined by Rachel Brooks, Alpine reserve driver Jack Doohan and former Formula 1 performance engineer Blake Hinsey, to break down the United States Grand Prix. Blake explains what the plank actually is on a formula one car and why Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc were disqualified in Austin. Jack describes how having a superstar consortium (including Anthony Joshua, Rory McIlroy, Patrick Mahomes, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Travis Kelce) can give a big boost to the Alpine...
Published 10/24/23
Ted Kravitz is joined by Rachel Brookes to look ahead to the weekend's United States Grand Prix. There are upgrades for Aston Martin and Mercedes, but what effect will they have? Max Verstappen says Red Bull will not be breaking up a winning team, and there are some interesting comments from Lewis Hamilton about the conditions at the Qatar GP.
Published 10/20/23
Matt Baker is joined by Marta García, Abbi Pulling and sisters Hamda and Amna Al Qubaisi to talk all things F1 Academy. Ahead of their final race in Austin, Marta García and Abbi Pulling discuss how the F1 Academy is moving in the right direction and if the series could produce the next F1 driver. Hamda and Amna Al Qubaisi reveal what it's like racing as sisters as part of the same team and also reflect on being a racing driver growing up in the UAE.
Published 10/18/23
Former F1 World Champion Nico Rosberg joins Matt Baker to answer your questions ahead of the United States Grand Prix from Austin. They discuss whether Sergio Perez has let F1 fans down by not pressuring Max Verstappen for the drivers championship Nico gives his inside knowledge on how Mercedes can manage the Russell-Hamilton rivalry And they look at whether Oscar Piasri's rise in form will raise Lando Norris' game in the McLaren.
Published 10/17/23
Matt Baker is joined by Senior Power Unit Assembly Technician Calum Nicholas, to talk all things Red Bull and Max Verstappen's dominance. Having worked with other Red Bull drivers, he discusses what puts Max on another level and how 'perfection' has led him to chase record after record. Calum also tells us the moment he realised the RB19 was a world title winning car and reveals how they plan to take back their fastest pit stop record after McLaren timed in a 1.8 stop during the Qatar GP.
Published 10/12/23
Ted Kravitz, Karun Chandhok, and F1 trainer Sam Village join Matt Baker to look back at a 'relentless' weekend in Qatar. They discuss how gruelling the heat in Qatar was and what could be done differently to avoid the dangers of the conditions. They review how McLaren is on the charge and celebrate the Papayas achieving the fastest pit stop in F1 history! They finish by looking at what Sergio Perez's struggles mean for his Red Bull seat next year and question if the collision between...
Published 10/10/23
Ted Kravitz is joined by Karun Chandhok and Simon Lazenby to look ahead to the Qatar GP as Max Verstappen aims to clinch his third world title. They discuss where a third title would put him amongst the all-time greats, how long he'll continue racing, and how Mercedes and Ferrari will fare this weekend.
Published 10/05/23
Matt Baker is joined by British racing driver Jessica Hawkins after she became the first woman in five years to test an F1 car. The Aston Martin ambassador reflects on her experience behind the wheel and explains how it compares to the simulator. She also discusses the barriers facing female drivers and explains how the W Series and F1 Academy can help them in their pursuit of an F1 seat. Jessica also tells us how she became a stunt driver and explores the risks and rewards of the job....
Published 10/03/23
Sky F1's Bernie Collins and Anthony Davidson join Matt Baker to look back at the Japanese Grand Prix, where Red Bull claimed the 2023 Constructors' Championship. Collins and Davidson analyse how Mercedes are setting themselves up for success next season, and how improvements could impact the relationship of Lewis Hamilton and George Russell. Finally, they discuss Logan Sargeant's future at Williams.
Published 09/26/23
It's an all Sky F1 affair this week as Bernie Collins and Anthony Davidson join Matt to look back at the Japanese Grand Prix, where Red Bull claimed the 2023 Constructors' Championship. Bernie and Ant analyse how Mercedes are setting themselves up for success next season, and what improvements could impact the relationship of Lewis Hamilton and George Russell. Finally we take a look at Logan Sargeant's future at Williams and whether they'll opt for him to take them forward next season.
Published 09/26/23
Ted Kravitz has been looking ahead to the Japanese GP and what storylines we can expect from the 16th race of the season. He discusses whether Red Bull will win the constructors' championship this weekend, if Max Verstappen will return to winning ways as well as the ongoing struggle for supremacy at Mercedes between Lewis Hamilton and George Russell.
Published 09/21/23
Sky F1's Simon Lazenby and Anthony Davidson join Matt Baker to look back at a dramatic Singapore Grand Prix as Carlos Sainz claimed Ferrari's first win of the season to end Red Bull’s winning streak. They debate which of the Ferrari drivers is quickest and ask which driver pairing is stronger – Ferrari or Red Bull? They also analyse what went wrong for the Red Bulls in Singapore. Will they be back on top in Japan or has a weakness been exposed in the RB19? Finally, they discuss Liam...
Published 09/19/23
Ted Kravitz brings us the latest news ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix as Max Verstappen bids for the first victory of his career at the Marina Bay Circuit.
Published 09/15/23
UK radio DJ, Greg James, is the latest person to join Matt Baker on the Sky Sports F1 Podcast. He chats about his own F1 podcast 'The Fast And The Curious' (01:49) and his love for Formula 1 and motorsport (06:18). Greg also shares his experiences of being on the grid before lights out (18:54). He also gives an insight into what Oscar Piastri is like to meet (42:19) and he reveals which F1 driver would make the best radio DJ (50:05).
Published 09/12/23