Best Ollie Stevenson Podcasts (2025)

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Lando Norris: raising his game 47:12

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This episode is brought to you by Dropbox Dash, an official technology partner of the McLaren Formula 1 team. Now a multiple race winner, podium finisher and polesitter, Lando Norris is ready to take the next step in his Formula 1 career and become World Champion. To do so in 2025, he’ll have to beat his equally talented teammate Oscar Piastri. But…

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CHAPTER 8 JESSICA'S FIRST DAY OF WORK 19:51

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Previously, Jessica discovered that Geldon has cliques that she doesn't care to join. However, she was grateful to meet her new stylist, Crystal, and discover that they shared common ground.By Ollie Stevenson

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Brad Pitt: becoming Sonny Hayes for F1 The Movie 28:48

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For F1 The Movie, Brad Pitt lived the high-speed life of a Formula 1 driver. He drove with seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton. He learned to race. He spent years shooting scenes at racetracks around the world. The result is what he calls ‘the most visceral feeling you will get in a race car of anything put on film’ - F1 The Movie, in cinemas …

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CHAPTER 7 - SEGUN ACCEPTS HIS FATE 10:04

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Following the reality check from his mother, Segun sets aside his thoughts of women and focuses on his financial goal.By Ollie Stevenson

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Isack Hadjar: ‘I’m a fighter’ 43:22

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He took some blows on his climb to Formula 1. Now Isack Hadjar is toe-to-toe with the heavyweights. Hadjar’s first F1 race was over before it began, as he slid off the track on a rain-soaked day in Australia. He tells Tom Clarkson how previous setbacks helped him get back on his feet, and establish himself as one of the best young drivers in the sp…

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CHAPTER 6 POSSIBLY AN0THER FRIEND FOR JESSICA 21:47

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Previously, Helene laid the groundwork for a contentious relationship with Jessica. And Bette showed that her loyalty is to Helene. Jessica will visit one of the hair salons that Bette referred to.By Ollie Stevenson

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LEGENDS: Emerson Fittipaldi’s ‘courage’ + ‘risk’ to become World Champion 50:10

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Emerson Fittipaldi made history with Lotus in 1972 by becoming the first Brazilian to win the Formula 1 World Championship. In 1974, he won the title again with McLaren. Emerson’s achievements on track are legendary, but his actions off track are just as iconic. In a special F1 Beyond The Grid Legends episode, Emerson tells Tom Clarkson why he refu…

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CHAPTER 5 - JESSICA'S FIRST TROUBLE 20:04

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Previously, Segun received a call from his mother in Nigeria, reminding him of his mandate. He realizes he must tell Jessica he cannot be involved with her.By Ollie Stevenson

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Valtteri Bottas: Cadillac is ‘very interesting project’ 43:44

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This year is the first time Valtteri Bottas isn’t racing in Formula 1 since he started as a rookie in 2013, but the 10-time Grand Prix winner says F1 is ‘still the number one thing in my life’ and his priority is to get back on the grid in 2026. Speaking to Tom Clarkson, Valtteri discusses all the options he has for his next move. Would he like to …

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CHAPTER 4 - SEGUN'S MANDATE 21:26

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After spending the day with Segun selecting an apartment and learning more about him, Jessica's desire to be involved with him grows. She wants to spend more time together, and so does he.By Ollie Stevenson

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CHAPTER 3 - JESSICA AND SEGUN BEGIN A FRIENDSHIP 16:44

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When Jessica relocated to Geldon, Segun was sent to pick her up from the airport. They shared an immediate attraction. Jessica had vowed to avoid a serious relationship, but could not resist the chemistry between them.By Ollie Stevenson

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Simone Resta: F1 car designer who swapped Ferrari for Mercedes 39:29

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When he left Ferrari to join Mercedes, Simone Resta took decades of experience with him. In Italy, he worked with Michael Schumacher and designed race-winning cars for Sebastian Vettel, Kimi Raikkonen and Charles Leclerc. Now, his task is giving George Russell and Kimi Antonelli the best Mercedes he can. As Deputy Technical Director Simone is focus…

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Dario Franchitti: why ‘F1 dream’ never became reality 1:00:48

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Dario Franchitti has had a sensational racing career in the United States, becoming a four-time IndyCar series champion and a three-time winner of the Indy500. But earlier in his career, Dario had plenty of interest from Formula 1 and tested for a few different teams. So why didn’t he end up racing in the pinnacle of motorsport? Speaking to Tom Cla…

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CHAPTER 2 JESSICA MEETS A COMPELLING MAN WHO MAKES HER TINGLE 26:51

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Previously, after Jessica's husband divorced her for being barren, she buried her pain in her job and inappropriate relations. And she accepted a problematic job that required a relocation.By Ollie Stevenson

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Celebrating F1 75 with Mario Andretti 54:55

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Mario Andretti was 10 years old when the first ever Formula 1 World Championship Grand Prix took place at Silverstone, on the 13th of May 1950. The 1978 World Champion has seen everything the pinnacle of motorsport has to offer over the past 75 years, and is one of just 34 drivers to win the ultimate prize, so he’s the perfect person to celebrate s…

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CHAPTER 1B WORK IS JESSICA'S ANTIDOTE TO PAIN 16:38

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Previously, after two miscarriages and a hysterectomy, Jessica's husband divorced her. She turned to her career. When she completed a challenging project her boss assigned, he offered her a problematic promotion. Jessica must decide on the promotion.By Ollie Stevenson

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Claire Williams: proud of Williams' progress 59:21

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When Claire Williams sold the Williams F1 team at the end of 2020, a very special 43-year association between the Williams family and Formula 1 came to an end. Founded by Claire’s father, Sir Frank Williams, in 1977, the team have won 16 World Championships – a feat only bettered by Ferrari and McLaren. Claire rose through the ranks – starting as p…

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CHAPTER 1A BETRAYAL 19:59

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Jessica Henry suffered a triple loss. It affected her decisions about her personal life and career.By Ollie Stevenson

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TRAILER - WHEN IT RAINS 3:37

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TRAILER - WHEN IT RAINSBy Ollie Stevenson

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Jonathan Wheatley: leading Sauber forward into Audi era 53:27

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As the new Team Principal of Sauber, Jonathan Wheatley is taking on one of the most exciting projects in Formula 1. With Benetton, Renault and Red Bull Racing, Jonathan has won 19 World Championships over the last 34 years. Now, after nearly two decades as Red Bull’s Sporting Director, he’s in a very different role with a very different team. And n…

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Piers Thynne: running McLaren's championship-winning factory 53:49

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Tom Clarkson’s guest on this week’s F1 Beyond The Grid is McLaren’s Chief Operating Officer, Piers Thynne, who has been with the team since 2008. He oversees everything that happens at the team's base, the McLaren Technology Centre, so he’s played a crucial role in their current success. How have McLaren transformed into World Champions after finis…

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Esteban Ocon: feeling at home with Haas 55:32

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After five years with Alpine, Esteban Ocon is embarking on a new adventure with Haas in 2025. What challenges has he faced while settling into his new team? How is he getting on with new race engineer Laura Mueller? What are the strengths and weaknesses of their car? Esteban tells Tom Clarkson how he’s adapting to his new surroundings and how Haas …

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'The team is a big family' - This week on F1 Beyond The Grid... 1:32

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Tom Clarkson reveals which Formula 1 star will be joining him on this week’s episode of F1 Beyond The Grid. Listen to the full show on Wednesday 16th March or you can watch their chat on the official F1 YouTube channel.By Formula 1

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Marc Gene: witnessing five World Champions at Ferrari 52:19

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Ferrari ambassador and former test driver Marc Gene has been with the team since 2004. During that time, Marc has had the privilege of working alongside five World Champions: Michael Schumacher, Kimi Raikkonen, Fernando Alonso, Sebastian Vettel and now, Lewis Hamilton. Do they all have a common trait that makes them so successful? What’s the differ…

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Jaime Alguersuari: record-breaking debut to high-pressure exit 1:07:23

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Chosen by Red Bull aged 15. Suddenly launched into his first Grand Prix as the youngest driver ever, having never driven a Formula 1 car before. Racing for the Red Bull junior team, Jaime Alguersuari was expected to win. He was dropped when he didn’t. Speaking to Tom Clarkson, Jaime looks back at his rapid rise to Formula 1. From his surprise debut…

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Pierre Gasly: believing in Alpine 47:32

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‘I wish I could fast forward’, says Pierre Gasly. Like all F1 drivers, Pierre is used to things happening quickly. He thinks Alpine will be fighting further forwards in a matter of months, and is impatient to get there. He knows how winning feels. He believes he can do it again. Gasly tells Tom Clarkson about the faith he has in Alpine and its lead…

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Andy Cowell: Aston Martin 'want to win’ 49:06

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Aston Martin’s Team Principal knows what it takes to win in Formula 1. Andy Cowell leads a team which now includes Adrian Newey. They have the newest factory in the sport. Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll are in the driving seat. Owner Lawrence Stroll is funding the team’s future. When will these ingredients bring trophies? Andy tells Tom Clarkson …

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Liam Lawson: ready to go at Red Bull 47:57

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With 11 Grands Prix under his belt, Liam Lawson is technically no longer a rookie – but he is about to embark on his first full Formula 1 season in 2025 and race at many tracks he’s never driven before. So how does the New Zealander feel about this next step with Red Bull Racing? Speaking to Tom Clarkson at the team’s UK headquarters in Milton Keyn…

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'I felt so out of control': BTG returns Wednesday 12th March 1:37

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First up in 2025: Liam Lawson. Listen to a preview of the Red Bull racer's conversation with Tom Clarkson here. Don't miss the full episode on Wednesday 12th March. Listen to F1 Nation's 2025 Preview Romain Grosjean, Laura Winter + Tom Clarkson answer the big questions ahead of the Australian Grand Prix. Listen here Experience F1 live in 2025 Head …

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Aston Martin’s masterplan – Newey, Alonso, Lawrence + Lance Stroll from the BTG Archive 49:44

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Adrian Newey began his new job at Aston Martin this week. Is he the man who will make Aston Martin World Champions? How does Adrian’s arrival change Fernando Alonso’s future plans? How has team owner Lawrence Stroll transformed Aston since he took over in 2018? And what is it really like for Lance Stroll to have his dad as his boss? Tom Clarkson ha…

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Williams’ winning formula? – Vowles, Sainz + Albon from the BTG Archive 32:24

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The arrival of four-time Grand Prix winner Carlos Sainz from Ferrari marks the start of an intriguing new adventure for Williams in 2025. Is Carlos the man to drive Williams back to their glory days? How will Alex Albon stack up against a much more experienced teammate? And can Williams move further up the grid this season or is the introduction of…

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McLaren’s revival: Norris, Piastri, Brown + Stella from the BTG Archive 52:33

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2024 saw McLaren become Constructor World Champions for the first time since 1998. Will they defend their title in 2025? And will Lando Norris or Oscar Piastri become the team’s first Drivers’ World Champion since Lewis Hamilton in 2008? Tom Clarkson has been digging through the F1 Beyond The Grid archives to find out how McLaren have transformed i…

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Racing for Ferrari: Vettel, Prost + Mansell from the BTG Archive 39:03

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Lewis Hamilton is getting ready for his first season with Ferrari in 2025. He’s won seven World Championships and 105 races, but some of Formula 1’s most successful drivers have joined Ferrari in the past and missed out on the ultimate prize. So what lessons can Lewis take from those who came before him? How difficult is it to win titles with the S…

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Liam Lawson's racing line, how Ferrari found Ollie Bearman + Oscar Piastri's F2 preparation - The Best of F1 Explains 2024 47:18

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What really happens on the grid before a race? How do Formula 1 teams scout their future stars? How are drivers coached to go faster? In 2024, F1 Explains answered these questions and many more sent in by F1 fans from all over the world. F1 Explains takes your questions and finds the experts to answer them. In this special episode, presenters Chris…

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Ageless Alonso, Carlos’s comeback + super sub Bearman – The Best of 2024 1:17:27

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A driver market for the ages, Verstappen at his very best, emotional race wins, new Constructor World Champions and the end of some iconic eras. The 2024 Formula 1 season was sensational. On F1 Beyond The Grid, the stars of this dramatic year of racing have sat down with Tom Clarkson, revealing what it’s like being at the centre of the biggest stor…

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'One of a kind': Mercedes on Lewis Hamilton 56:50

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Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes: their names are together forever in the Formula 1 record books. As the most successful team and driver partnership in the sport's history comes to an end, some of Lewis Hamilton's Mercedes colleagues tell Tom Clarkson their stories of working with him: Toto Wolff – Team Principal, on how Lewis got stronger every year of…

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Carlos Sainz: pain, pride + potential 59:42

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This episode is presented by Explora Journeys - redefining luxury ocean travel. 2024 has been a turbulent year for Carlos Sainz. It started with a shock: Lewis Hamilton would be replacing him at Ferrari in 2025. Then he missed a race with appendicitis. But the year is ending with multiple wins and podiums to look back on, and an exciting new challe…

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'I was tested. It's made me better' - This week on F1 Beyond The Grid... 1:21

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2024 has been a rollercoaster for this week’s guest on F1 Beyond The Grid. While the end of the season provides a chance for reflection, he’s also looking forward to an exciting new venture in 2025. Hear a preview of the episode with Tom Clarkson now and then you can listen to the conversation in full on your podcast app, or watch on the official F…

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Andy Stevenson: 600 races, 1 team 1:17:32

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This episode is brought to you by Salesforce, a Global Partner of Formula 1® Aston Martin Sporting Director Andy Stevenson reached a huge milestone in Las Vegas, working at his 600th Grand Prix. It’s a sensational achievement made even more remarkable by the fact that all 600 races have been with the same team. A driver winning with a broken leg, a…

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Oliver Oakes: the racer driving Alpine 51:25

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This episode is brought to you by T-Mobile, official 5G partner of F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix Why did Oliver Oakes become Alpine Team Principal? How does his background as a racing driver and team owner prepare him for this new challenge? And what are his priorities in 2025 and beyond? Speaking to Tom Clarkson at the team’s headquarters in Enstone, Oa…

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LEGENDS: Rubens Barrichello on following Senna and racing Schumacher 33:41

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He’s one of the most experienced drivers in F1 history, who won races for championship teams Ferrari and Brawn GP. During his long career, Rubens Barrichello had to cope with the loss of his legendary countryman, Ayrton Senna, and the challenge of carrying the hopes of Brazilian fans afterwards. At Ferrari, Rubens went up against a dominant Michael…

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Christian Fittipaldi: racing in an F1 dynasty 57:08

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Nephew of two-time Formula 1 World Champion Emerson and son of Brazilian F1 team owner Wilson, Christian Fittipaldi was destined to follow in his family’s footsteps and race in the pinnacle of motorsport. Speaking to Tom Clarkson in his home city of Sao Paulo, Christian reflects on his three seasons on the grid with the Footwork and Minardi teams i…

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Christian Danner: how Senna came to his defence in Monaco 54:34

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Despite being a hugely versatile racing driver, who competed in Formula 3000, IndyCar, Sports Cars and Touring Cars, Christian Danner was unable to showcase his full potential in Formula 1 in the mid-late 1980s. During an era characterised by poor reliability and pre-qualifying, he either failed to start many of the races he entered, or he failed t…

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Fernando at 400: why Alonso’s still fired up 39:38

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This episode is brought to you by Salesforce, a Global Partner of Formula 1®. Fernando Alonso will become the first driver in Formula 1 history to compete in 400 Grands Prix when he races in Mexico this weekend. It’s a monumental milestone that even Alonso didn’t think he’d reach. Hear why the two-time World Champion thought he’d leave F1 at the en…

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A monumental milestone in Mexico. This week on F1 Beyond The Grid… 1:38

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This week’s guest on F1 Beyond The Grid will make history at the Mexico City Grand Prix – how did he get this far and what’s next? Hear a preview of the episode with Tom Clarkson now and then you can listen to the conversation in full on your podcast app, or watch on the official F1 YouTube channel from Wednesday 23rd October. More official F1 Podc…

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Tom Stallard: Piastri’s Olympic-medallist race engineer 1:00:31

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Tom Stallard, Oscar Piastri’s race engineer and McLaren’s Director of Human Performance, is a man of many talents. As a professional rower, he won an Olympic silver medal and became World Champion. As an engineer in Formula 1, he’s won races with some of the sport’s most talented drivers and has played a huge part in McLaren’s transformation into t…

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Guenther Steiner: life on the other side of F1 40:04

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After a decade of highs and lows as Haas Team Principal, Guenther Steiner has changed lanes. Now he’s an author and broadcaster with a new perspective on the drivers, the teams and the bosses he previously saw as rivals. Talking to Tom Clarkson, Guenther looks back at his time at Haas, from their stunning points-scoring debut in 2016, through trium…

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James Vowles: on the right track with Albon + Sainz 49:41

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‘For 2025, I think we have the best driver line-up on the grid’. Williams Team Principal James Vowles is confident. Race-winner Carlos Sainz joins proven performer Alex Albon next year – a combination of speed and experience Vowles believes will drive Williams forward. He tells Tom Clarkson his long-term vision for the historic team. 2024 has been …

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F1 NATION: Christian Horner on Daniel Ricciardo's departure and Liam Lawson's return 35:50

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Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner gives Tom Clarkson and Damon Hill the inside story on the decision to replace Daniel Ricciardo with Liam Lawson at RB. Horner reveals the race when pressure began to mount on the Australian, and why Ricciardo was replaced with six races remaining. With one eye on 2025 and the future of the Red Bull driver li…

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Ollie Bearman: just getting started 47:20

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Points on his surprise debut with Ferrari. Another top 10 with Haas. Ollie Bearman has made a flying start in Formula 1. In 2025 with Haas, he’s got the chance to show what he can do every race weekend. Ollie tells Tom Clarkson about stepping up from Formula 2, handling the pressure when he got the last-minute call to race for Ferrari in Saudi Arab…