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Alex Albon RANKS every track on the F1 calendar!

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Aug 18, 2025
Join Williams F1 driver Alex Albon, a rising star in motorsport, as he humorously ranks every F1 track on the calendar, touching on what makes each circuit special. From personal restroom experiences at the tracks to the excitement of racing in iconic locations like Bahrain and Monaco, Albon shares insightful stories about driver preferences and safety concerns. The lively discussion also highlights the charms and challenges of unique courses, revealing what truly fuels excitement in high-speed racing.
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ANECDOTE

Paddock Bathroom Interruptions

  • Alex recounts awkward paddock toilet moments where drivers sometimes share facilities with the public and get interrupted for selfies.
  • He uses this personal experience to highlight quirky, off-track challenges drivers face at some circuits.
INSIGHT

World Cup Style Track Bracket

  • The tournament seeded top eight tracks to advance, reflecting fan preferences like Interlagos and Silverstone among others.
  • The hosts used this structure to frame driver and fan tastes in a competitive bracket format.
INSIGHT

Why Narrow Tracks Appeal

  • Alex prefers Zandvoort for its narrow, kart-like character that challenges drivers despite being too tight for modern F1 cars.
  • He values tracks that feel 'hardcore' and push driver skill over ideal safety-driven widths.
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