How do Formula 1 teams scout their future stars? How are drivers coached to go faster? What really happens on the grid before the start of a race? In 2024, F1 Explains answered these questions and many more sent in by F1 fans from all over the world. F1 Explains takes your questions and finds the experts to answer them. In this special episode, presenters Christian Hewgill and Katie Osborne have picked the most fascinating moments from the podcast's second season: Liam Lawson on how drivers find the racing line Ollie Bearman reveals Ferrari's young driver scouting camps Oscar Piastri on how F2 prepared him to win in F1 Jack Doohan explains braking at 200mph Bernie Collins' guide to the F1 pit lane Planning the F1 calendar How performance engineers coach drivers to go faster What happens on the grid in the minutes before the race start Listen to previous episodes of F1 Explains here Whether you're a new F1 fan or a long-time follower, there's always something more to learn. If you have a question you'd like F1 Explains to answer, send it as an email or a voice note to F1Explains@F1.com Experience F1 live Tickets for the 2025 F1 season are available now at tickets.formula1.com Discover F1 Unlocked Unseen. Unheard. F1 Unlocked. Dive into exclusive content from F1 experts, redeem rewards and enter money-can't-buy competitions. Click here to join for free

Toto Wolff, Team Principal of Mercedes, shares insights about his long-term partnership with Lewis Hamilton, emphasizing trust and collaboration. Fernando Alonso marks a historic milestone with his 400th Grand Prix, revealing why he almost hung up his helmet early in his career. Tom Stallard from McLaren discusses Oscar Piastri's bright prospects and the team's resurgence. The podcast dives into the psychology of racing, touching on rivalries, resilience, and the thrill of debuting in F1, as experienced by Ollie Bearman.

Tom Clarkson is joined in the Yas Marina paddock by F1TV presenter Laura Winter and Sean Kelly, F1's Virtual Statman, to dissect the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.  McLaren are Constructors’ World Champions for the first time since 1998. How have they achieved such a transformation and where can they go from here? We get reaction from race winner Lando Norris, Team Principal Andrea Stella and Director of Trackside Operations, Mark Norris.  Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc both finished on the podium in their final race as teammates but Ferrari missed out on the title by 14 points. Tom, Laura and Sean assess their season and look ahead to the challenges facing both drivers next year. Plus, we reflect on the end of Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes era and discuss whether he can be a success at Ferrari in 2025. Listen to more official F1 podcasts F1 Beyond The Grid - exclusive interviews with F1's biggest stars, including Carlos Sainz. F1 Explains - your F1 questions, answered by experts Experience F1 live Tickets for the 2025 F1 season are available now at tickets.formula1.com Discover F1 Unlocked Unseen. Unheard. F1 Unlocked. Dive into exclusive content from F1 experts, redeem rewards and enter money-can't-buy competitions. Click here to join for free

Tom Clarkson is joined in the Yas Marina paddock by former McLaren and Ferrari driver, and now Aston Martin ambassador, Pedro de la Rosa to preview the 2024 season-finale in Abu Dhabi. Who will win the battle between McLaren and Ferrari to become World Champions? How is Lewis Hamilton feeling ahead of his final race with Mercedes? Is Pedro surprised by the war of words between Max Verstappen and George Russell? And will this be Sergio Perez’s final race for Red Bull? Listen to more official F1 podcasts F1 Beyond The Grid - exclusive interviews with F1's biggest stars, including Carlos Sainz. F1 Explains - your F1 questions, answered by experts Experience F1 live Tickets for the 2025 F1 season are available now at tickets.formula1.com Discover F1 Unlocked Unseen. Unheard. F1 Unlocked. Dive into exclusive content from F1 experts, redeem rewards and enter money-can't-buy competitions. Click here to join for free

Tom Clarkson is joined in the paddock by F1TV’s lead commentator Alex Jacques and Haas Test and Reserve Driver Pietro Fittipaldi to reflect on an action-packed Qatar Grand Prix that has set up a season-finale showdown for the Constructors’ Championship.  How did Max Verstappen go from fighting a Haas in Saturday’s F1 Sprint to winning Sunday’s Grand Prix? Was Lando Norris’s 10 second stop-go penalty too harsh? And with just 21 points now separating leaders McLaren and second-placed Ferrari in the standings, who’s more confident of becoming World Champions at the final race in Abu Dhabi? Plus, you’ll hear reaction from Zhou Guanyu after he scored Sauber’s first points of the season and the newly crowned F1 Academy champion Abbi Pulling. Listen to more official F1 podcasts F1 Beyond The Grid - exclusive interviews with F1's biggest stars. F1 Explains - your F1 questions, answered by experts Experience F1 live Tickets for the 2025 F1 season are available now at tickets.formula1.com Discover F1 Unlocked Unseen. Unheard. F1 Unlocked. Dive into exclusive content from F1 experts, redeem rewards and enter money-can't-buy competitions. Click here to join for free THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: SHOPIFY: Sign up for a one-pound per month trial period at shopify.co.uk/nation to take your business to the next level today. MASTERCLASS: MasterClass always has great offers during the holidays, sometimes up to as much as 50% off. Head over to masterclass.com/f1nation for the current offer.

Tom Clarkson is joined by Oscar Piastri’s race engineer, Tom Stallard, at the Lusail International Circuit ahead of a crucial weekend in the Constructors’ Championship. McLaren lead Ferrari by just 24 points in the Constructors’ Standings. With the Qatar Grand Prix featuring the final F1 Sprint of the season, 103 points still on offer in the last two rounds of 2024, and Red Bull also in the mix, it’s still all to play for. McLaren haven’t been World Champions since 1998, so are they feeling the pressure? Will they return to winning ways in Qatar after a double podium and Sprint victory here last season? Who’s their biggest threat for P1? Why has Piastri had weaker results since his win in Baku? And how does this fight compare to Stallard’s experiences as an Olympic rower? Listen to more official F1 podcasts F1 Beyond The Grid - exclusive interviews with F1's biggest stars, including Tom Stallard on life as an Olympic rower and how he became a race engineer F1 Explains - your F1 questions, answered by experts Experience F1 live Tickets for the 2025 F1 season are available now at tickets.formula1.com Discover F1 Unlocked Unseen. Unheard. F1 Unlocked. Dive into exclusive content from F1 experts, redeem rewards and enter money-can't-buy competitions. Click here to join for free

F1 correspondent and presenter Lawrence Barretto joins to analyze Max Verstappen's emotional journey to a fourth World Championship at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. The conversation delves into how Verstappen stacks up against sporting legends and what lies ahead for him and rival Lando Norris. Barretto also discusses George Russell’s standout victory as a potential 'statement' to Mercedes’ leadership, alongside insights into Ferrari's challenges under new leadership. The dynamics of teamwork and resilience shine through in this thrilling recap.

Giedo van der Garde, a former F1 driver and Dutch TV broadcaster, joins the discussion on the thrilling Las Vegas Grand Prix where Max Verstappen could clinch his fourth championship. They explore how Verstappen's stellar season sets up a potential title win. The intense Constructors' Championship battle features insights on McLaren and Ferrari's prospects. Discussions also touch on recent leadership changes in teams, including Alpine's future, and predictions for key drivers as they navigate Vegas's unique racing challenges.

Gabriel Bortoleto, Brazil's newest F1 driver, shares his thrilling journey to Sauber in 2025. He discusses the significance of his debut for Brazil and the challenges young drivers face in the fast-paced sport. With insights from two-time World Champion Fernando Alonso, Bortoleto reflects on mentorship, pressure, and the future of his Formula 2 title chase. The dynamics of driver selections also come into play as he navigates the competitive landscape, impacting other drivers like Valtteri Bottas. Expect excitement as Brazil gets back in the F1 spotlight!

In a thrilling Sao Paulo Grand Prix, Max Verstappen surged from 17th to claim an unforgettable victory, drawing comparisons to racing legends. The discussion delves into why Lando Norris couldn't maintain his pole position. Alpine drivers Ocon and Gasly celebrate their sensational double podium, marking a remarkable turnaround for the team. The hosts reflect on standout performances from George Russell and Yuki Tsunoda, while Lewis Hamilton's emotional drive in Senna’s McLaren adds a historical touch to the weekend's drama.