Autosport F1 & Motorsport
980 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★ - 199 ratingsThe podcast for fans of Formula 1, Formula E, Sportscars, Touring Cars and Rally. The Autosport Podcast is the official podcast of Autosport, the world’s leading authority on motorsport.
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501: Hungarian GP Review
August 01, 2021 21:05 - 1 hourAriana Bravo is joined by Luke Smith (F1 Editor, Autosport) and Jess McFadyen (Director of Digital Strategy, Motorsport Network) to make sense of the chaos & carnage from a first lap crash which would give us a totally unpredictable podium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
500: Hungarian GP Qualifying Report
July 31, 2021 20:59 - 26 minutesAriana Bravo is joined by Alex Kalinauckas (Grand Prix Editor, Autosport) to talk about today's action. It resulted in a relatively predictable top 3 positions but we won't say what order - no spoilers! Alex thinks that some teams underperformed today, including one of the front runners not being able to switch on their front tyres in the heat of Hungary. There was also a flashpoint in the post-qualifying press conference with Max Verstappen getting angry with the moderator for asking abou...
499: Hungarian GP Practice Report
July 30, 2021 19:19 - 24 minutesAriana Bravo is joined by Jonathan Noble (F1 Editor, motorsport.com) to look at the on-track action in Hungary, but also the war of words which continues between Red Bull and Mercedes Benz following the Silverstone crash. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
498: Silverstone Classic Preview - The cars we've raced there
July 29, 2021 11:42 - 53 minutesThis weekend is the largest historic motorsport of the year, as we prepare for three days of track action at the Silverstone Classic. Before he travelled to the event Kevin Turner (Chief Editor, Autosport) was joined by two guests who have raced there in previous years - Marcus Pye and Ben Anderson. Ben shares his memories of racing a Chevron B37 around Silverstone, and all compare their favourite circuit layouts over the years. Also as it's the 60th Anniversary of the Jaguar E-Type, we re...
497: Remembering Carlos Reutemann with John Watson
July 27, 2021 16:05 - 1 hour12-times F1 race winner Carlos Reutemann died at the age of 79 earlier this month. Carlos Reutemann raced in Formula 1 for Brabham, Ferrari, Lotus and Williams. He won 12 grands prix and, although he came within touching distance of the title, he was never crowned world champion. On today's podcast he is remembered by two people who knew him well. Marcus Simmons (Deputy Editor, Autosport) is joined by five-time Grand Prix winner John Watson, and Argentinian journalist Tony Watson. Read: ...
496: Sam Bird's Formula E London E-Prix Preview
July 23, 2021 10:42 - 37 minutesAlex Kalinauckas and Matt Kew are joined by Jaguar Racing’s Sam Bird to preview the London E-Prix double-header this weekend. Rounds 12 and 13 take place on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th July at the EcXeL exhibition centre. Bird is racing on home soil for the first time since Formula E visited Battersea Park in 2016 and goes into the event leading the drivers championship with 81 points. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
495: Susie Wolff: "One Wolff in Formula One is enough!"
July 22, 2021 13:01 - 17 minutesFor the latest #ThinkingForward interview with leading figures from motorsport, Venturi Formula E team principal Susie Wolff comes home for this weekend’s London ePrix and looks into big decisions needed around the future of Formula E, the progress of women in motorsport, and her own plans for the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
494: Learn About Motorsport Regulation Changes with AVL RACING
July 21, 2021 10:00 - 46 minutesWhat opportunities and challenges lay in the evolution of regulations in the global motorsport landscape? What are the required tools and methodologies to address these? Listen into the newest episode of the Autosport Podcast with our AVL RACING experts to find out. Martyn Lee is joined by Michael Peinsitt, Skill Team Leader Racing and Martin Monschein, Global Business Segment Manager Racing. Find out more at: www.avl.com/racing #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...
493: British GP Review - Analysis from the UK and Netherlands
July 19, 2021 11:34 - 1 hourThe fallout from the frantic first lap, which saw Max Verstappen hit the tyre wall in a 51G impact at Copse corner and Lewis Hamilton receive a 10 second penalty, has continued for hours after the race. We wanted to understand some different perspectives on the podcast today, so first up we talk to Ben Anderson (Editor, GP Racing). Ben has driven many laps of Silverstone and competed in races where overtaking at Copse did not end up the same as we saw in Formula 1. Ben provides an insight in...
493: British GP Review - Our analysis from the UK and Netherlands
July 19, 2021 11:34 - 58 minutesThe fallout from the frantic first lap, which saw Max Verstappen hit the tyre wall in a 51G impact at Copse corner and Lewis Hamilton receive a 10 second penalty, has continued for hours after the race. We wanted to understand some different perspectives on the podcast today, so first up we talk to Ben Anderson (Editor, GP Racing). Ben has driven many laps of Silverstone and competed in races where overtaking at Copse did not end up the same as we saw in Formula 1. Ben provides an insigh...
492: Live From Silverstone - F1's First Sprint Race
July 17, 2021 21:54 - 49 minutesLIve from the GP Racing Campsite, Stuart Codling is your host today alongside Jess McFadyen and Alex Kalinauckas. Formula 1's first sprint-race-which-wasn't-a-race took place in front of a packed Silverstone, and provided plenty to talk about on today's podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
491: British GP Qualifying Report
July 16, 2021 22:03 - 26 minutesThe crowds filled the Silverstone grandstands at the British Grand Prix as part of a trial project to re-open sporting events, and they saw plenty of action. That's because this weekend sees qualifying move to a Friday evening, which dictates the starting grid for Saturday's Sprint qualifying race. Whilst today wasn’t an official pole position (that honour goes to the winner of tomorrow’s race) it certainly had all the tension of a typical shootout. Ariana Bravo is back in the paddock hostin...
490: British GP Preview with Derek Warwick
July 15, 2021 10:09 - 57 minutesToday we're joined be ex-F1 driver, Le Mans winner and long-time BRDC President Derek Warwick. Derek joins Alex Kalinauckas (Grand Prix Editor, Autosport) and Kevin Turner (Chief Editor, Autosport) to preview the British Grand Prix this weekend. They look at the three British hopes in Lewis Hamilton, Lando Norris and George Russell. Derek also talks about his experiences as a steward and in particular the recent time penalties awarded at the Austrian GP. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
489: Remembering Mexico's greatest F1 driver
July 11, 2021 22:00 - 58 minutesThanks to our podcast sponsors this week, Beer52.com. There’s a free case of 8 Craft Beers waiting for you at the end of our offer code of beer52.com/autosport Pedro Rodriguez was killed 50 years ago this week, robbing Mexico of its brightest motor racing talent. A master of the Porsche 917, he had become one of the world’s top drivers, widely respected for his wet-weather ability and versatility across Formula 1 and sportscars. Dicussing his talent and career today are Autosport and Motor...
488: Austrian GP Review
July 04, 2021 23:35 - 1 hourA massive thanks to today's Autosport Podcast sponsor Freetrade.io for helping bring you the show. Our friends at Freetrade want to remind you about the importance of growing wealth over the long term. Go to freetrade.io/autosport and get a randomly allocated free share worth between £3 and £200 when you register, and fund your account. Remember when you invest, your capital is at risk. Other charges may apply. Ariana Bravo is joined by Luke Smith and Jess McFadyen to review the Austrian ...
487: Austrian GP Qualifying Report
July 03, 2021 21:04 - 31 minutesTo get your free case of 10 Beer52 craft beers, just paying the postage, check out this link: https://www.beer52.com/autosport Fresh from talking to the drivers in the paddock, Ariana Bravo is in Austria and joined by Alex Kalinauckas (Grand Prix Editor, Autosport) as they celebrate some fantastic stories all the way down the grid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
486: Austrian GP Practice Report
July 02, 2021 20:33 - 25 minutesAriana Bravo is joined by Jonathan Noble (F1 Editor, motorsport.com) to delve into the timesheets for Free Practice 1 & 2 to uncover what it means for the weekend. After the session, both Lewis Hamilton and Valtteri Bottas said the Mercedes had improved from last weekend, but will it be enough to topple Red Bull and Max Verstappen? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
485: BTCC Review with Tim Harvey
June 30, 2021 16:39 - 34 minutesTom Howard is joined by touring car legend Tim Harvey and Autosport's BTCC reporter Marcus Simmons to look at why the series is delivering plenty of action after three events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
484: Styrian Grand Prix Review
June 27, 2021 22:37 - 1 hourAriana Bravo is joined by Luke Smith (F1 Reporter, Autosport) and Jess McFadyen (Director of Digital Strategy, Motorsport Network) to analyse the key moments from the Styrian Grand Prix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
483: Styrian GP Qualifying Report
June 26, 2021 23:25 - 29 minutesAriana Bravo was at the Red Bull Ring for Autosport and F1 TV, and she's joined on the podcast today by Alex Kalinauckas (Grand Prix Editor, Autosport) to talk about the action from Saturday in Austria. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
482: Styrian GP Practice Report
June 25, 2021 23:18 - 28 minutesYour host Ariana Bravo travelled to Austria this weekend to get up close to the cars and drivers for the first time this year. She’s joined by Jonathan Noble (F1 Edtior, motorsport.com) to look back at an eventful Friday, which included an incident which already earned one driver a three place grid penalty on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
481: Our First Dad Pod! Chief Editor Kevin Turner Talks Motorsport With John Turner
June 25, 2021 16:32 - 1 hourLast weekend was Father's Day so our Chief Editor, Kevin Turner, sat down with his dad John to talk about their shared love of motorsport. They talk about why Lewis Hamilton is a complete driver, how John would drive Kevin to race meetings when he was breaking into journalism, and even how he almost lost his son in a crowd of spectators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
480: W Series Returns! DC and Jamie Chadwick Join Us
June 24, 2021 11:47 - 28 minutesMegan White is joined by David Coulthard and 2019 W Series champion Jamie Chadwick. They talk about the return of the series this weekend, how Formula 1 will raise the profile of female drivers and if we'll see W Series racing on iconic tracks such as Monaco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
479: French GP Review
June 20, 2021 23:01 - 1 hourThe 2021 French GP at Circuit Paul Ricard provided a far more exciting event than many fans anticipated. There was action throughout the field and some of the best drives were barely covered by the TV coverage, but we’ve got all the stories you need to know. Ariana Bravo is joined by Stuart Codling (Executive Editor, GP Racing), Luke Smith (F1 Reporter, Autosport) and Jess McFadyen (Director of Digital Strategy, Motorsport Network) to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc...
478: French GP Qualifying Report
June 19, 2021 21:50 - 30 minutesAriana Bravo talks to Alex Kalinauckas (Grand Prix Editor, Autosport) who was at Circuit Paul Ricard to witness qualifying for the French GP. Although the front of the grid might not surprise you, there were stories all the way down the grid and a red flag stoppage to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
477: French GP Practice Report
June 18, 2021 21:09 - 34 minutesAriana Bravo is joined by Jonathan Noble (F1 Editor, motorsport.com) to see what conclusions we can draw from Friday's running. Today was dominated by talk about tyres, pressures and driver safety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
476: The Changes Ferrari Is Making To Bring 2022 Glory
June 16, 2021 23:00 - 1 hourThe cover feature for this week’s Autosport magazine is all about Ferrari. After recording their worst F1 campaign in 40 years, 2020 is firmly in their rear view mirror. But is it too early to say Ferrari is back? On the podcast today Alex Kalinauckas charts the Ferrari resurgence with Kevin Turner (Chief Editor, Autosport) and Jake Boxall-Legge (Technical Editor, Autosport). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
475: National Racing: Why The Return Of Spectators Really Matters
June 14, 2021 15:51 - 55 minutesOn this month’s National Racing podcast, Stefan Mackley is joined by Stephen Lickorish and Marcus Pye to talk about spectators being allowed back to motor racing. And why it’s not just good for the fans, but for everyone from the drivers, team members and the circuits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
474: Rally Sardinia Review and WRC Chat
June 10, 2021 15:44 - 56 minutesIt's a Gravel Notes takeover! Tom Howard is joined by Nick Garton to look back at Rally Sardinia, assess the current state of WRC, and look forward to an incredibly special event - a return to the wild African savannah in Safari Rally Kenya from 24th June 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
473: Azerbaijan GP Review
June 06, 2021 23:01 - 1 hourAriana Bravo is joined by Jonathan Noble (F1 Editor, motorsport.com) and Jess McFadyen (Director of Digital Strategy, Motorsport Network) to analyse the key moments from the 2021 Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
472: Azerbaijan GP Qualifying - What Alex Saw Trackside
June 05, 2021 21:35 - 30 minutesRed was definitely the colour of Saturday in Baku, for quite a few reasons! Autosport’s Grand Prix Editor, Alex Kalinauckas, is in Azerbaijan to witness the action. Ariana Bravo and Alex look back at a memorable day to analyse the big stories from Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
471: Azerbaijan GP Practice - Tech Analysis with JBL
June 04, 2021 19:59 - 33 minutesAriana Bravo is joined by Jake Boxall-Legge (Technical Editor, Autosport) to look at why Red Bull and Ferrari were strong in Friday Practice, and what Mercedes needs to change to be in contention this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
470: How high in F1 Williams driver George Russell believes he can reach
June 03, 2021 11:34 - 55 minutesAlex Kalinauckas recently sat down with one of Formula One's up-and-coming drivers, Williams racer and Mercedes junior driver George Russell. On the podcast today we're going through that interview and picking out some of the highlights from George about the season so far, and also his wider ambitions in Formula 1. Will he be at Mercedes in 2022? Would he spend another year in the Williams? And does his future rest in the hands of whether Lewis chooses to stop racing? If he does race f...
470: George Russell's F1 Future
June 03, 2021 11:34 - 57 minutesAlex Kalinauckas recently sat down with one of Formula One's up-and-coming drivers, Williams racer and Mercedes junior driver George Russell. On the podcast today we're going through that interview and picking out some of the highlights from George about the season so far, and also his wider ambitions in Formula 1. Will he be at Mercedes in 2022? Would he spend another year in the Williams? And does his future rest in the hands of whether Lewis chooses to stop racing? If he does race for...
469: Indy 500 Review
May 31, 2021 21:11 - 17 minutesCharles Bradley (Editor-in-Chief, motorsport.com) and David Malsher (U.S. Editor, motorsport.com) were at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway to see Helio Castroneves became the fourth four-time winner. On the Autosport Podcast they look back at yesterday’s action and how the story of the Indy 500 unfolded. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
468: Indy 500 Preview with race winner Will Power
May 27, 2021 12:46 - 37 minutesMuch has been made of the fact that there are nine former winners in the 33 cars qualified for this weekend’s 105th running of the Indianapolis 500. They are Juan Pablo Montoya, Helio Castroneves, Scott Dixon, Tony Kanaan, Ryan Hunter-Reay, Alexander Rossi, Takuma Sato, Will Power and Simon Pagenaud, who between them have 13 victories at the iconic 2.5-mile superspeedway. Today we talk to one of those on the Autosport Podcast. Charles Bradley (Editor-in-Chief, motorsport.com) and David Mal...
467: Interview: Graham Stoker launches FIA president bid
May 25, 2021 08:03 - 20 minutesGraham Stoker, the FIA’s deputy president for sport, will stand for election as FIA president later this year on a ticket alongside nine-time Le Mans winner Tom Kristensen. On the latest edition of our #ThinkingForward series, he talks to James Allen about his bid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
466: Monaco GP Review
May 24, 2021 00:09 - 1 hourFor a look back at how the Monaco GP unfolded, including drama before the cars lined up on the grid, Ariana Bravo is joined by Luke Smith (F1 Reporter, Autosport), Jess McFadyen (Director of Digital Strategy, Motorsport Network) and Jake Boxall-Legge (TechnicaL Editor, Autosport). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
465: Monaco GP Qualifying Report
May 22, 2021 20:14 - 26 minutesAriana Bravo is joined by Jonathan Noble (F1 Editor, Motorsport.com) to talk about the most important Saturday of the Championship calendar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
464: Monaco GP Practice Report
May 21, 2021 11:12 - 34 minutesAriana Bravo is joined by Alex Kalinauckas (Grand PRix Editor, Autosport), who is finally back in the paddock and reporting on all the stories coming out of Thursday in Monaco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
463: Can Alonso Win A Third Title?
May 20, 2021 07:00 - 42 minutesAlonso’s tricky start to the 2021 campaign with Alpine has raised some question marks but, as the Spaniard tells Alex Kalinauckas in our cover interview for Autosport Magazine, it’s far too early to know where Alonso really stands. Even drivers that have just changed teams have found it hard to adapt and Alonso has had two years out of F1. As Alonso points out, it seems only fair and sensible to give him more time. It’s quite possible that Alpine’s progress and the state of F1 following th...
462: Preview: British GT and BRDC British F3
May 18, 2021 13:27 - 47 minutesToday we're looking ahead to the start of two categories at the top level of British national racing - British GP and BRDC British F3. Both championships are due to start at Brands Hatch this weekend. Joining Stephen Lickorish is James Newbold (Plus Editor, Autosport) and Stefan Mackley (Deputy National Editor, Autosport). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
461: Interview: Sportscar racing legend Tom Kristensen
May 13, 2021 13:55 - 47 minutesSportscar racing legend Tom Kristensen is a special guest in the latest episode of the Autosport podcast, discussing the Dane's remarkable career across multiple categories. The most successful driver in the history of the Le Mans 24 Hours and the Sebring 12 Hours, Kristensen won Formula 3 titles in Germany and Japan in his early days and also won races in the domestic touring car championships of Britain, Germany and Japan. Retired since 2014, Kristensen has now released his memoirs in Eng...
460: Spanish GP Review
May 09, 2021 22:58 - 1 hourDon't miss out! Get half price access to our extensive and exclusive coverage of motorsport from around the world, join Autosport Plus today. Details below. Formula 1’s return to Barcelona can elicit a few groans from the fans who think it’s a race which doesn’t provide any action. But the winner of today’s Grand Prix executed a bold strategy and had the ability to turn in a series of hot laps on fresh tyres. It might not be voted the race of the season, but we thoroughly enjoyed the battl...
459: Spanish GP Qualifying Report
May 08, 2021 20:13 - 28 minutesAriana Bravo and Alex Kalinauckas look back at Saturday in Barcelona, and another Formula 1 record for the history books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
458: Spanish GP Practice Report
May 07, 2021 18:32 - 29 minutesAriana Bravo and Jon Noble look back on FP1 and FP2 for the Spanish GP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
457: Your Complete Guide To BTCC and FIA F3 This Weekend
May 06, 2021 12:02 - 44 minutesAs the 2021 motorsport seasons ramps up, and resembles something more conventional compared to the disruption last year, there are two exciting series getting underway with racing this weekend. Thruxton hosts the start of the British Touring Car Championship. Whilst the FIA Formula 3 Championship returns to Barcelona for the first of seven events this year. Tom Howard is your host today as Marcus Simmons (Deputy Editor, Autosport) and Megan White (News Editor, Autosport) run through everyth...
456: Portuguese GP Review
May 02, 2021 21:35 - 56 minutesDon't miss out! Get half price access to our extensive and exclusive coverage of motorsport from around the world, join Autosport Plus today. Details below. The third episode of the 2021 Championship soap opera was certainly on script, even if it wasn't full of dramatic performances. The battle at the front saw the lead change several times and continued the Mercedes vs Red Bull storyline. Further down the midfield we saw plenty of DRS-assisted overtakes and impressive drives. On the podcas...
455: Portuguese GP Qualifying Report
May 01, 2021 21:29 - 25 minutesAs we predicted, track limits and tyres ended up being two of the biggest talking points of today's action. Hear what happened with Ariana Bravo and Alex Kalinauckas (Grand Prix Editor, Autosport). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
454: Portuguese GP Practice Report
April 30, 2021 21:03 - 25 minutesBottas, Hamilton and Verstappen were trading blows through the day, on a tricky day to read performances. Tyre choice was key last year and a freshly-laid track surface has complicated matters further. Once again F1 in 2021 is shaping up to deliver another great battle on Sunday afternoon. Ariana Bravo is joined by Stuart Codling (Executive Editor, GP Racing). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices