F1 Nation 'No excuses', 'tough choices', 'a big year': 2025 preview with Romain Grosjean + Laura Winter
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Mar 10, 2025 Romain Grosjean, a former F1 driver known for his tenacity with Haas and Renault, joins F1TV presenter Laura Winter to share insights ahead of the new season. They discuss the pressure on teams like Ferrari and McLaren, and speculate whether Max Verstappen can break Michael Schumacher's record. The conversation turns to the five rookies making their debut, exploring who might face the toughest expectations. With the Australian Grand Prix around the corner, they share their predictions for the World Champion in 2025.
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Testing Insights
- Lewis Hamilton seemed comfortable in the Ferrari during testing in Bahrain.
- McLaren showed impressive long-run pace in cooler conditions, while Red Bull remained an unknown.
Pecking Order and 2026
- The pecking order in Bahrain testing mirrored the end of the 2024 season, but potentially closer.
- Teams must balance developing their 2025 car with preparing for the 2026 regulations.
Verstappen's Consistency
- Max Verstappen consistently extracts 100% grip from his car in all conditions.
- This consistent performance is a key strength, setting him apart from other drivers.