P1 with Matt and Tommy Reaction to United States GP qualifying
Oct 18, 2025
The hosts dive into the chaotic qualifying day in Austin, highlighting Hajar's crash as a pivotal moment and Albon's misadventures with track limits. They debate the future of Red Bull's junior program and celebrate Alpine's small comeback. Verstappen's dominance in Q3 stuns, while Piastri's struggle under pressure raises eyebrows. Ferrari's surprising performance adds intrigue, and they discuss Lando's strategies for the race ahead. Ollie Bearman's impressive lap showcases his talent, as championship stakes heighten excitement for the upcoming showdown.
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De Vries Crash Was A Genuine Error
- Nyck de Vries' crash was a genuine driver error caused by the car getting light at a high-speed section.
- Matt and Tom believe it wasn't deliberate and still expect him to be considered for Red Bull next year.
Piastri Took Most Blame For Turn-One Incident
- Nico Hülkenberg surprisingly missed Q3 but performed well in the sprint.
- Matt and Tom reassessed blame for the turn-one incident and largely placed it on Oscar Piastri after reviewing aerial footage.
Lawson Favoured For Red Bull Seat
- Red Bull's junior choices remain unclear, but Ben and Tom expect Lawson to be favoured over Tsunoda.
- They note Tsunoda's driving style may not suit the Red Bull and Lawson offers a stronger yardstick.