The Ringer F1 Show

Meg and Spanners are back and ready to close out the rest of the 2024-25 season! First, they discuss the upcoming U.S. Grand Prix outside Austin, Texas (03:40), before talking about what it will take for Lando Norris to win the Drivers' Championship (12:04). Then, they discuss the upgrade packages many teams are bringing to the race this week (25:54) and look forward to the official debut of Liam Lawson with Red Bull after Daniel Ricciardo’s departure (28:30). Finally, they discuss the close Constructors Championship and races to look forward to at the end of the season (41:32) before breaking down the layout of the Austin track (49:03).Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners ReadyProducer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Megan is back to do a special episode on Daniel Ricciardo! First, she is joined by Scott Mitchell-Malm from The Race to talk about Daniel’s success in F1 and how his career changed throughout his time with Red Bull, Renault, and McLaren (02:14). Then, she speaks with Paul Martin from Box to Box Films, the company responsible for ‘Drive to Survive’ (35:50). They talk about Daniel’s impact on the success of the show and how he helped popularize the sport in the U.S., sharing stories from footage Paul never got to air.Host: Megan SchusterGuests: Scott Mitchell-Malm and Paul MartinProducers: Erika Cervantes and Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meg and Spanners are back to break down the Singapore Grand Prix! First, they discuss the close Constructors' Championship and the controversy surrounding McLaren’s new wing (03:48). They rant about the disappointing Mercedes strategy and its effect on Hamilton (14:04) before discussing the Pirelli tire performance (19:42). Next, they share their thoughts on Verstappen’s punishment for foul language during the race (24:21), and they talk about the standings needed for the rest of the races for Verstappen to still finish first (38:30). Finally, they discuss the impending conclusion of Daniel Ricciardo’s F1 career and all that he has done for the sport, particularly for U.S. viewership (47:12).Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners ReadyProducer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meg and Spanners are back to review the Azerbaijan Grand Prix! They start off by discussing the crash between Perez and Sainz and their thoughts on the stewards’ decision (01:58), then applaud Piastri’s race (17:05) and go over more complaints from Verstappen (23:56). They then once again discuss Checo and potential improvements for the future (27:54). They also share their thoughts on qualifying, from Norris’s elimination (32:30) to Albon’s unfortunate cooling fan incident (40:19). Finally, they talk about trade news and new faces with 19-year-old Ollie Bearman sitting in for Magnussen (43:51) and Adrian Newey signing to Aston Martin (51:55).Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners ReadyProducer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meg and Spanners are back to decide whether or not Ferrari won or McLaren lost the Italian Grand Prix! First, they discuss McLaren's interesting strategy having Piastri in front of Norris this close to the championship (01:54) and the first example of their "papaya rules"(11:57). Then, they talk about Red Bull's disappointing race week and what to expect for the rest of the season (19:35). They break down the multiple penalties called during the race (26:33) and each decide who had the best summer break (33:56). They share a laugh over James Vowles's apology to Mick Schumacher (40:28) and discuss how they feel about 18-year old Kimi Antonelli joining the Mercedes team (47:34). Finally, they talk about Mercedes's race weekend and their many missed opportunities (57:50).Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners ReadyProducer: Olivia Crerie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lando Norris's impressive victory at the Dutch Grand Prix steals the spotlight, showcasing McLaren's resurgence. Meanwhile, Red Bull grapples with significant performance issues and internal strife. Ferrari surprises with a comeback podium finish, but Hamilton's tragic weekend adds drama. Williams faces unfortunate chaos with disqualifications and crashes, while Zandvoort's unique track brings its own challenges. The hosts delve into summer trade news and gear up for the exciting Monza race, where predictions and team strategies take center stage.

Luke Smith, a motorsports representative from The Athletic, joins Meg to dive into F1's evolving landscape. They analyze Max Verstappen's home race expectations and discuss potential lineup changes for Red Bull and Ferrari in 2025. The duo highlights young talent like Kimi Antonelli and the promising future for Williams’ driver pairing of Albon and Sainz. They also cover team dynamics in Haas and Alpine, alongside reflections on Daniel Ricciardo’s challenges. The conversation ends with midseason predictions that set the stage for an exciting 2024.

George Russell, a talented F1 driver recently disqualified for weight issues, shares insights on his impressive one-stop strategy during the Belgian Grand Prix. Lewis Hamilton, who claimed victory in the wake of Russell's disqualification, reflects on the competitive dynamics. Sergio Pérez discusses his uncertain future with Red Bull amid potential changes. The trio also dives into team performance, speculating on the fastest car, management shake-ups at Alpine, and driver movements, including Carlos Sainz's transition to Williams.

The podcast discusses the intense team drama at the Hungarian Grand Prix, including the feud between Norris and Piastri. They analyze Verstappen's behavior on the radio and the Red Bull strategy. The future of Perez at Red Bull is uncertain, and they talk about Magnussen leaving Haas and a potential swap with Ocon at Williams.

The podcast discusses Lewis Hamilton's triumphant win at the British Grand Prix after nearly three years. They analyze team strategies with a focus on Red Bull and McLaren, and the struggles faced by drivers like Leclerc and Norris. There are talks about potential mid-season driver changes, Sainz's chances with Mercedes and Red Bull, and the upcoming F1 movie starring Brad Pitt.