The Downshift AU F1 Podcast

The British Grand Prix at Silverstone was packed with drama! The British Grand Prix at Silverstone never fails to deliver excitement, and this year was no exception. With Charles Leclerc achieving his much-anticipated maiden win of 2026, the race was filled with unexpected twists and turns, including Max Verstappen's crash at Stowe, McLaren's struggles, and Ferrari's strategic triumphs...

Join us as we preview the upcoming British Grand Prix at Silverstone, discussing track dynamics, driver performances, team upgrades, and rumors swirling around Max Verstappen's contract. This episode offers insights into race strategies, weather forecasts, and predictions for an exciting F1 weekend. Lachy predicts the one weekend that makes the British summer with the impact of weather and tir...

In this episode, we review the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix, analyzing qualifying strategies, race dynamics, and driver performances. We also discuss team strategies, technical issues, and how the team performed in our predictions. Digging into George Russell's smart qualifying under yellow flag conditions where experience is crucial in interpreting yellow flags and race rules Verstappen's imp...

As the excitement builds for the upcoming Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how the championship standings will be affected. The DownShift team dive into the current state of play in Formula 1, with a focus on the top drivers and teams, predictions for the race, and key takeaways that every F1 enthusiast should consider. Current Championship Standin...

In this episode, we dive deep into the highlights and takeaways from the recent Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix. With the excitement of the race still fresh in our minds, we'll explore the latest news since the Monaco Grand Prix, including Pierre Gasly's appeal regarding his penalties, the thrilling performances of rookie drivers, and a championship update that keeps fans on the edge of the...

Schwags and KT dive into the preview of the 2026 Barcelona Catalunya Grand Prix, covering track details, weather, driver predictions, and race strategies. Perfect for F1 fans eager to understand the nuances of the upcoming race and what to watch for.

This episode reviews the Monaco Grand Prix, highlighting chaos, drama, penalties, and championship implications. Schwags and KT hold down the fort as Lachy & Huppy sun themselves on a beach somewhere as they analyze race incidents, track conditions, and team performances, providing deep insights into Formula 1 racing.

In-depth preview of the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix, covering circuit details, format changes, weather forecasts, team strategies, driver performances, and the latest paddock news including Gucci's sponsorship deal with Alpine. The hosts also make exciting predictions and discuss the evolving landscape of Formula One. Circuit analysis and history of Monaco Grand Prix Format changes and technical re...

This episode features an in-depth review of the Canadian Grand Prix, covering race highlights, team performances, technical issues, and predictions for the upcoming Monaco GP. The hosts analyze driver strategies, reliability concerns, and the evolving landscape of F1 racing. Race highlights and unexpected results Team performance and reliability issues Tire strategies and car setups

Join us as we preview the Canadian Grand Prix at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, discussing Max Verstappen's future, race predictions, weather forecasts, and the unique groundhog tradition. This episode offers expert insights into F1 strategies, track specifics, and exciting predictions for the race weekend.- Max Verstappen's contract and future in F1 - Race predictions and driver support - Tra...

As round 5 brings us the 3rd race of the seaon bring changes to the regulations all teams bring upgrades to the Miami Grand Prix. With a chaotic start we saw an exciting race on one of the most borign tracks as voted by race fans. With the race brought forward by 3 hours due to the risk thunder and lightning, oh myy! Was Mercedes too cocky savign their upgrades for Canada with Max, Charles and Nor...

After a massive 5 week break the team are back and excited for the 2026 Formula One restart!!!! As Formula 1 heads State side for the 4th round of the 2026 season The DowmnShift team preview the upcoming race, including Lachy's weather report. Update the changes made to the regulations aimed to create closer and safer racing. And return to their predictions as the team battle it out for braggi...

With the recent upheavals in Formula One, including schedule changes, technical regulation updates, and team leadership shifts. The team analyze the impact of these developments on the 2026 season and beyond. This episode explores:- 2026 F1 regulations and their impact - Leadership changes at Red Bull and McLaren - Schedule disruptions and financial implications - Technical regulation updates and...

The DownShift team review of the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix, analyzing practice, qualifying, and race highlights. Covering 2026 Japanese Grand Prix highlights Impact of new regulations on race dynamics Driver performances and team strategies Safety concerns and crash analysis new regulations team performances driver insights, and visit predictions for the race. So it's Lights Out, Drop the Clutc...

In this episode of The Downshift, we dive into the excitement surrounding the upcoming Japanese Grand Prix, celebrate an Oscar win for the F1 movie, and analyze the recent shake-ups among Formula 1 team principals. The F1 movie has recently been awarded an Oscar for Best Sound, a significant achievement that showcases the film's technical prowess. As the cherry blossoms bloom, the Suzuka racet...

Kimi Antonelli’s first Grand Prix win as the team cover the Chinese Grand Prix, analyzing race strategies, team performances, driver highlights, and the impact of new regulations on F1 racing. Join us for insights into the race dynamics, technical challenges, and future predictions. Race strategy and tire management Impact of regulation changes on car performance Emerging young drivers and team dy...

This episode previews the Chinese Grand Prix at Shanghai, exploring the impact of the 2026 regulations, track specifics, overtaking strategies, and predictions for race outcomes. The team analyse Impact of 2026 regulations on racing Shanghai International Circuit features and challenges Energy management and overtaking strategies Safety concerns and tire degradation issues Race predictions and dri...

The team review the 2026 Australian Grand Prix, exploring the new F1 regulations, team performances, technical challenges, and race strategies. The hosts share insights on qualifying, race chaos, energy management, and predictions for the season. Be sure to join the F1 Fantasy and Predict Leagues using the following links F1 Fantasy https://fantasy.formula1.com/en/leagues/join/P4IQZILHG03 League C...

With the lanch of Season 8 of Drive to Survive, Netflix disappointed The DownShift team with its lack of depth and character development compared to previous seasons. With the Australian Grand Prix just around the corner Lachy kicks off his weather predictions for the season and the team chare their excitement for the race. Rounding out with predictions for the race, discussing potential outcomes...

Latest update on FIA regulations, qualifying changes, and driver predictions for the 2026 Formula 1 season. As we gear up for the 2026 Formula 1 season, there are exciting updates and changes that fans need to know. In this episode, we will cover the new FIA power unit regulations, changes to qualifying, and our predictions for the season, including driver head-to-head matchups and constructor out...

In this episode of The Downshift, the hosts reflect on the recent pre-season testing in Bahrain, discussing the performance of various teams and drivers, innovations in car design, tire strategies, and the implications of new regulations for the upcoming season. Pre-season testing revealed significant performance variations among teams. Ferrari's innovative design changes have sparked discussi...

In this episode of the Downshift podcast, the hosts discuss the recent livery reveals of McLaren and Aston Martin, share insights from the first official testing in Bahrain, and make predictions for the upcoming 2026 season. They delve into the performance of various teams and drivers, the implications of engine regulations, and the dynamics within teams as they prepare for the Australian GP.

The DownShift team discuss the recent Barcelona shakedown, team preparations for the upcoming Bahrain test days, and the significance of Cadillac's entry into Formula 1. They also delve into the livery reveals from Cadillac, Mercedes, and Williams. Share insights on driver signings and predictions for the season. Highlighting the competitive nature of the grid and the excitement surrounding th...

As most teams wrap up their first on-track testing for 2026, one thing is crystal clear: reliability is king this season. The Barcelona Shakedown revealed astonishing stability across most entries— except for Williams, who weren't able to attend Shakedown. Why does this matter? Because with the biggest change to the technical regulations, consistent laps and data matter more than speed — at le...

In this episode, the DownShift Team discuss the recent livery reveals from the last week from Toyota Gazoo Racing Haas, Audi, Mercedes, Ferrari, Alpine and McLaren. Exploring the designs, reactions, and implications of these liveries as teams prepare for the upcoming season. The episode closes with a recap of the first day of private shakedown testing, performance insights, and the excitement surr...