The F1 circus hits Suzuka and the drama is peaking. In this episode, Sam and Dan dive into the biggest headlines ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix – Yuki Tsunoda’s high-pressure Red Bull debut, Liam Lawson’s brutal demotion, and the brewing battle between McLaren’s rising stars.

We break down our bold predictions for the weekend, debate who’s really in charge at Red Bull, and call out the early winners and losers of 2025. Plus, our updated team power rankings, spicy paddock rumours, and listener Q&A teasers.

Will rain shake things up? Can Yuki survive Q1? And is McLaren heading for civil war?

From pit lane politics to pole predictions – this is your ultimate Japan GP warm-up.

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