With 11 Grands Prix under his belt, Liam Lawson is technically no longer a rookie – but he is about to embark on his first full Formula 1 season in 2025 and race at many tracks he’s never driven before. So how does the New Zealander feel about this next step with Red Bull Racing? Speaking to Tom Clarkson at the team’s UK headquarters in Milton Keynes, Liam answers all the big questions ahead of a potentially career-defining year. What did Liam do to persuade Team Principal Christian Horner and Red Bull Motorsport Advisor Helmut Marko that he was the right man to replace Sergio Perez? How is he approaching the challenge of having four-time World Champion Max Verstappen as his new teammate? And, with five other drivers kickstarting their F1 careers this season, why does he think more teams are choosing youth over experience? Experience F1 live in Las Vegas New ticket options + expanded grandstands for 2025 Find out more at F1LasVegasGP.com This episode is sponsored by: Vanta  - for a limited time, get a special offer of $1,000 off vanta.com/grid Liquid I.V.  - 20% off your first order at liquidiv.com when you use code GRID at checkout Indeed: get a seventy-five dollar sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility at indeed.com/GRID. F1 Experiences: visit f1experiences.com/beyondthegrid to book your official ticket package today

Tune in for an exciting look at a rising star in Formula One, as a young Red Bull driver opens up about the challenges of maintaining control and fitting into a competitive team. The conversation promises insights into the pressures faced by newcomers in the sport. Plus, get ready for the upcoming Australian Grand Prix with expert opinions and key previews. Don't miss out on the exhilarating changes coming to F1 in 2025!

Adrian Newey began his new job at Aston Martin this week. Is he the man who will make Aston Martin World Champions? How does Adrian’s arrival change Fernando Alonso’s future plans? How has team owner Lawrence Stroll transformed Aston since he took over in 2018? And what is it really like for Lance Stroll to have his dad as his boss? Tom Clarkson has been listening through his interviews with Lawrence, Adrian, Fernando and Lance from recent years here on F1 Beyond The Grid to find some answers to the key questions facing Aston Martin ahead of the new Formula 1 season. LISTEN TO THE FULL INTERVIEWS HERE Lawrence Stroll  Adrian Newey  Fernando Alonso  Lance Stroll 

James Vowles, the new team principal of Williams Racing, discusses rebuilding the team’s infrastructure and future goals. Carlos Sainz, a four-time Grand Prix winner, shares insights on leading a young team alongside Alex Albon, who emphasizes growth and positivity. They delve into the strategic changes at Williams, aiming for competitive success by 2027 or 2028. The trio also reflects on team dynamics and the importance of collaboration in overcoming challenges as they work to elevate Williams back to its former glory.

2024 saw McLaren become Constructor World Champions for the first time since 1998. Will they defend their title in 2025? And will Lando Norris or Oscar Piastri become the team’s first Drivers’ World Champion since Lewis Hamilton in 2008? Tom Clarkson has been digging through the F1 Beyond The Grid archives to find out how McLaren have transformed into the fastest team in Formula 1 and whether their success will continue in the new season. Providing in-depth insight into the winning culture they’ve created at McLaren, you’ll hear interviews from Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, plus McLaren CEO Zak Brown and Team Principal Andrea Stella. This episode is sponsored by Babbel: Right now, Babbel is offering our listeners up to 60% on their subscription. Go to babbel.com/grid to claim your discount.

Lewis Hamilton is getting ready for his first season with Ferrari in 2025. He’s won seven World Championships and 105 races, but some of Formula 1’s most successful drivers have joined Ferrari in the past and missed out on the ultimate prize. So what lessons can Lewis take from those who came before him? How difficult is it to win titles with the Scuderia? And why is driving for Ferrari so different to any other team in the sport? Digging through the F1 Beyond The Grid archives, Tom Clarkson has found interviews with Sebastian Vettel, Alain Prost, Nigel Mansell and Jody Scheckter – all of whom provide fascinating insight into their time at Ferrari and help answer some of those key questions as Lewis embarks on an exciting new era in red. This episode is sponsored by: Indeed: get a seventy-five dollar sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility at indeed.com/GRID. Babbel: is offering our listeners up to 60% on their subscription. Go to babbel.com/grid to claim your discount. 

Discover the secrets of the racing grid as Liam Lawson reveals his techniques for finding the ideal racing line. Hear from Ollie Bearman on how Ferrari scouts the next generation of drivers. Oscar Piastri shares insights on how his time in F2 prepped him for success in Formula 1. Dive into the art of braking at 200mph with Jack Doohan. Explore the meticulous planning of the F1 calendar and how performance engineers coach drivers to enhance their speed. Get ready for fascinating insights that every F1 fan will appreciate!

A driver market for the ages, Verstappen at his very best, emotional race wins, new Constructor World Champions and the end of some iconic eras. The 2024 Formula 1 season was sensational. On F1 Beyond The Grid, the stars of this dramatic year of racing have sat down with Tom Clarkson, revealing what it’s like being at the centre of the biggest stories of the season and sharing fascinating insight into what life is like as a Formula 1 driver, Team Principal, engineer, designer, and more. In this end-of year special, Tom picks his favourite moments from a long list of stellar guests. Fernando Alonso reflects on becoming the first driver in F1 history to compete in 400 Grands Prix and why he nearly retired much earlier in his career. Carlos Sainz explains how he recovered from physical and mental setbacks to win multiple races. And Ollie Bearman describes what it was really like making his F1 debut at such short notice in Saudi Arabia. As well as today’s big names, legends of the past like Juan Pablo Montoya and David Coulthard relive their career-defining moments. Plus, you’ll hear memories of Lewis Hamilton’s time at Mercedes and Bruno Senna’s stories of growing up with his uncle Ayrton, 30 years on from his death. Thank you for listening in 2024. F1 Beyond The Grid will return in 2025. To hear the full interviews with the guests featured in this show, click on the links below… Toto Wolff Charles Leclerc Carlos Sainz Juan Pablo Montoya David Coulthard Bruno Senna Fernando Alonso Andy Stevenson Ollie Bearman Ayao Komatsu  Tom Stallard Paul Monaghan Listen to more official F1 Podcasts F1 Nation - Grand Prix reviews and previews from inside the F1 paddock F1 Explains - answering your questions about Formula 1 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 sponsored by: Vanta: visit vanta.com/GRID for $1,000 off SelectQuote: Get the right life insurance for you for less at selectquote.com/BEYONDTHEGRID Unbound Merino: head over to unboundmerino.com where new customers can use the code GRID for 10% off of their order! Masterclass: get up to 50% off at masterclass.com/GRID

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Carlos Sainz, a resilient F1 driver with a notable stint at Ferrari, shares his tumultuous 2024 journey. He opens up about the shock of Lewis Hamilton taking his seat and the physical and emotional pain from his appendicitis. Despite these setbacks, Sainz emerged victorious in Australia and Mexico, driving him towards an exciting new chapter with Williams. He discusses his goals with his new team, his thoughts on racing dynamics, and the importance of support in overcoming challenges, all while maintaining his passion for the sport.