The Race F1 Podcast Bring Back V10s: Vettel's first Ferrari win at Malaysia 2015
Aug 15, 2025
Join the nostalgic ride back to the thrilling 2015 Malaysian Grand Prix, where Sebastian Vettel clinched his first win for Ferrari, shocking Mercedes in a fierce showdown. Discover the inside scoop on Alonso's mysterious absence and the chaos within McLaren Honda as they struggled. Explore the tensions between Renault and Red Bull, and how tire strategies played a pivotal role in this unforgettable race. The discussion is rich with personal reflections and insights into the evolving dynamics of Formula 1 during the hybrid era.
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Alonso’s Mysterious Test Crash And Return
- Fernando Alonso returned to the paddock after a mysterious Barcelona testing crash that caused concussion and missed Australia.
- Journalists and teams scrambled for answers while Alonso insisted steering locked and remembered braking and downshifting before impact.
Poor Messaging Fuelled Wild Theories
- Conflicting messages from McLaren, Ron Dennis and team spokespeople created conspiracy theories and confusion.
- Poor communications amplified speculation about causes like electrification, seat belts, or driver blackouts.
Concussion Misunderstanding Skews Coverage
- Concussion is often misunderstood and can produce fuzzy memories without total unconsciousness.
- Journalists and teams should respect medical uncertainty and avoid over-extrapolating from incomplete evidence.