The F1 Show Ted's Qatar Podbook | Lando shooting for the stars, Newey's new job and Pilates with Djokovic!
Nov 27, 2025
The excitement builds as Lando Norris aims for his first World Championship in Qatar. The hosts dive into the impact of past DNFs on the championship and unpack Lewis Hamilton's candid take on a challenging season. Adrian Newey's new role at Aston Martin raises eyebrows about his dual responsibilities. Meanwhile, discussions around driving standards and consistency in stewarding heat up, alongside lighthearted mentions of Pilates with Novak Djokovic and lamb biryani. Buckle up for a thrilling weekend of F1 action!
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Warm Paddock, Lamb Biryani And Pilates
- Ted describes arriving in Qatar with warm weather, a paddock barbecue and lamb biryani instead of camel meat.
- The hosts joke about shorts, Pilates with Novak Djokovic on the grid, and the friendlier atmosphere compared with Las Vegas.
Margins Decide The Championship
- Ted explains Lando Norris can clinch the title in Qatar by outscoring Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen across sprint and Grand Prix.
- He emphasises small margins and how past DNFs and incidents shaped the current tight championship battle.
Setbacks Shaped Lando's Run
- Rachel and Karun recount Lando's season setbacks like the Zandvoort oil-pipe DNF and Las Vegas disqualification drama affecting points.
- They highlight how those incidents make his current title contention more remarkable.