The Late Braking F1 Podcast

The LB boys preview the highly anticipated Las Vegas GP, considering who may be Red Bull's closest competitors in the challenging desert conditions, and sharing their (unhinged) predictions for the weekend. They also discuss Haas splitting their cars between old and new specs and F1 apologising to Las Vegas locals ahead of the GP. They finish with a game of F1: Fact or Crap... 🌎Get Exclusive Nord...

The LB trio are here this non-racing Sunday discussing whether the pressure is on for F1 amidst the buildup to the inaugural Las Vegas GP. They also cover the latest in Haas' US GP hearing on track limits, whether Sargeant has done enough for the 2024 Williams seat, and if the current F1 points system is fit for purpose. They finish with a particularly hectic rendition of F1: Back and Forth... 🌎G...

Following a tricky season for Ferrari, Ben & Sam discuss what their driver pairing should look to set up for beyond 2024 when their current contracts expire. They also discuss Haas' bid to review the US GP over track limits, Norris' claim that the end of stints is the main reason for McLaren's lack of pace vs Red Bull, and Interlagos' contract extension to 2030. They finish with a brand new game o...

Sam, Ben and Harry review the 2023 Brazilian GP - and talk through THAT crazy finish to the race. They also review their bold predictions, give their Moment of the Race and discuss their best and worst drivers of the day. 🌎Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here ↣ https://nordvpn.com/lbf1 It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money back guarantee! 👍 FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube , Instagr...

Ben's been left by himself to discuss a sprint race. This can only go well! Join him as he reacts to all the action from Brazil including a win for Max Verstappen, a tough day for Mercedes and Ferrari, and his verdict on the Alonso/Ocon crash from the Sprint Shootout (yeehaw). FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube , Instagram , X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episod...

One year on from Russell's win, the LB boys preview the Brazilian GP and consider whether Mercedes could compete again in Brazil, or whether Norris is the favourite for P2. They share their full predictions for this weekend, and hear your Under Pressure submissions. Also discussed this episode, F1's new sprint ideas as well as Alonso's claim that 2023 can still be considered a good season for Asto...

The LB boys review the Mexican GP that saw Perez retire from his home race after a first corner collision while Verstappen secured another dominant win. They discuss all the action and as well as the state of the battle for P2, Ferrari's strategy, and Alpha Tauri's results. As always, bold predictions are reviewed (spoiler alert: epic fail) and drivers of the day and moments of the race are shared...

The boys are back in the UK! Ben and Sam take a look through an entertaining Mexican GP qualifying including an unexpected Ferrari 1/2, Daniel Ricciardo on the second row and Lando Norris failing to make it out of Q1. FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube , Instagram , X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League BUY...

We recorded this episode early before our *long* flight home from Austin, but we're here to preview part 2 of the triple header - the Mexican GP this weekend. We discuss who will be Verstappen's closest challenger at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, along with sharing our predictions and who is most under pressure. We also run through the state of the Constructors' Championship and Andrea Kimi An...

After their live experience of the race, Ben, Sam and Harry are on hand to review the United States Grand Prix won by Max Verstappen! The guys chat through whether Lewis Hamilton should have stuck to a one-stop strategy, tyre wear struggles for Ferrari and how the Haas 'upgrades' failed to deliver. FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube , Instagram , X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Pa...

We've made it to Austin! In front of a LIVE audience, Ben, Sam & Harry preview the United States Grand Prix and whether McLaren can pose a challenge to Red Bull. Also on the episode, the guys discuss some recent sprint race comments from Max Verstappen, the FIA reopening the case into Lewis Hamilton crossing the track in Qatar, and some in-person Under Pressure submissions! Oh, and of course Back...

In the last episode before we head off to Austin, the LB boys discuss what chance McLaren have of being Red Bull's biggest challenger next year. They also discuss concerns over Perez's form for 2024, the future of Ferrari Academy driver Oliver Bearman following his recent test drive, and the teams' and drivers' responses to the FIA's approval of Andretti. They finish with a game of F1: Overrated/U...

Sam, Ben & Harry break down some more of the fallout from the Qatar GP from the post-race reports of drivers suffering in the brutal conditions, to some drivers having expressed unhappiness with track limits following over 50 infringements. They also discuss Alpha Tauri's plan to take more parts from Red Bull heading into 2024, and just what might be next for Verstappen in his career following his...

The LB boys review all the action from the Qatar GP where mandatory 18 lap max stints were brought in amid safety concerns and added drama (and some confusion) to the field. They discuss the intense conditions of the race and Logan's illness struggle, McLaren's double podium, and THAT Mercedes collision. As always, they review their predictions, share their DOTDs and hear your Moments of the Race....

Sam & Ben review all the drama and main events from today's Sprint Shootout Qualifying and Sprint Race in Qatar that saw Piastri take his maiden pole AND win, and Verstappen secure his third world title... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube , Instagram , X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League BUY our Merch E...

Sam takes it solo for a review of what was an unexpectedly eventful qualifying at Lusail International Circuit. He covers all of the session's main talking points including Stroll's woes, Perez + Sainz Q2 exit, McLaren's double heartbreak, and Verstappen's dominant pole. Tune in tomorrow for our Sprint Review and GP Review as usual on Sunday! FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube , Inst...

Ben & Harry preview the upcoming Sprint Weekend at Losail International Circuit where, much to Ben's dismay, we could see the WDC decided by a sprint race. As well as sharing their predictions & Under Pressure submissions, they also discuss FIA's approval of Andretti and the reports of Apple preparing a bid to take over the global rights of F1. They finish with a game of F1: Pump the Brakes.. FOLL...

The LB boys discuss the report by Buzz Radar that indicates a decline in F1's social media figures, and consider whether they agree that F1 is in trouble, if this decline is due to Red Bull/Verstappen dominance, and F1's refutations of report's claim. They also cover Alonso's criticism of the current qualifying format, Norris' VSC frustrations, and Jessica Hawkins' F1 test with Aston Martin, befor...

Sam, Ben AND Harry (yes you heard correctly) consider whether AlphaTauri's confirmed 2024 lineup of Tsunoda and Ricciardo was the right decision, and what is next for Lawson. They also discuss Gasly's anger over the Alpine team order decision, the stewards' admission that they should have penalised Verstappen in Singapore, and latest update from the FIA regarding Andretti joining as a new team. Th...

Back to business as usual for Verstappen who comfortably won the Japanese GP and sealed off Red Bull's sixth Constructors' Championship. Ben & Sam are here to run through the race from Verstappen's dominant display, McLaren's double podium, Mercedes' strategy, and Perez's mistakes and penalty. As always, they review their predictions, name their drivers of the day, and listen to your moments of th...

It appears as if Max Verstappen is quite good at the F1. Ben's here in the early hours of the morning to review everything that happened during Japanese Grand Prix qualifying. A dominant pole position for Max Verstappen, an early Q1 exit for Logan Sargeant and a front row start for Piastri on his first trip to Suzuka! FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube , Instagram , X (Twitter) and T...

After an unexpected Ferrari triumph in Singapore, the LB trio preview the Japanese GP and consider whether Red Bull will fail to win 2 races in a row, or if we can expect a return to normality. As always, they share their predictions for the weekend and hear who you think is under pressure. They also discuss whether there are any concerns about Russell following his error in Singapore, Piastri's r...

Carlos Sainz takes victory ENDING Red Bull's perfect run! Sam, Ben & Harry review what was a gripping Singapore GP where the final few laps gave us a four-way battle to victory... and Verstappen nowhere in sight! They break down the race, discussing everything from Mercedes' strategy calls to just what went wrong for Red Bull this weekend. As always they also review their predictions, name their d...

BOTH Red Bulls out in Q2 and Sainz on pole! Ben, Sam & Harry review the eventful Singapore GP Qualifying, running through the sessions' main events including the double Red Bull knockout, Ferrari's pole & Q3, and Stroll's massive crash. They also consider whether Piastri can make it up to the points, how Lawson's performance may impact his future, and what it means to have both Haas' into Q3.. FOL...

Race week is back... And so is Harry! Previewing this weekend's Singapore GP, a track Verstappen has never won at, the LB boys question whether THIS could be the circuit to break Verstappen's streak, which teams could challenge Red Bull, and impacts of the track layout changes. They also discuss the FIA's plans to make changes to aid overtakes in 2025 and Wolff's comment that 'sportsmanlike' Hamil...