The Late Braking F1 Podcast
Episodes
2026 Japanese GP Qualifying Review
28 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Suzuka delivered some surprises in today's qualifying, and Ben and Sam discuss the lot, from Russell’s struggles and McLaren’s resurgence to Lindb...
2026 Japanese GP Preview | Are Ferrari a real threat at Suzuka?
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Sam look ahead to this weekend at Suzuka, tackling the big questions: Who will come out on top at Mercedes, can the prancing horses challenge ...
Our first take on F1's new regulations
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys react to Audi’s shock team principal exit, share their first impressions of F1’s new regulations, weigh in on Antonelli’s title chan...
Is Lewis Hamilton BACK?
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Is Lewis Hamilton truly back on form, and just how far could he go this season? The LB boys get into his promising start, the chatter around the cance...
2026 Chinese GP Race Review
15 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
F1 has a new race winner! Ben and Sam run through everything that happened this Sunday in Shanghai, from the multiple non-starters to the emotional po...
2026 Chinese GP Sprint Race & Qualifying Review
14 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Sam discuss an action-packed day in Shanghai, from the sprint race battles and a new pole sitter to Red Bull’s struggles and the impact of t...
2026 Chinese GP Sprint Qualifying Review
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Sam bring you a full breakdown of Sprint Qualifying in Shanghai, covering all the hot topics from today’s session, from more dominance at th...
2026 Chinese GP Preview | Is Russell the one to beat?
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben, Sam and Harry review the season’s first Sprint weekend in Shanghai, breaking down the unique challenges the circuit may throw at the grid and d...
2026 Australian GP Race Review
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With a chaotic season opener in Melbourne in the books, the LB boys break down all the action: Mercedes’ triumph, Ferrari’s questionable strategy,...
2026 Australian GP Qualifying Review
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Albert Park came alive in today’s qualifying session as we got our first real look at the pace of the 2026 cars. Join Ben and Sam as they delve into...
2026 F1 Australian GP Preview | Who will start the NEW ERA on top?
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The new season is HERE! Join the LB boys as they fire up the engines to preview the 2026 season opener down under. Who’s ready to launch out of the ...
Who Takes the 2026 F1 Title? | Our Championship Predictions
01 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the first race of 2026 just around the corner, the LB boys share their full F1 World Championship predictions, from Drivers’ to Constructors'. ...
Will Norris beat Piastri AGAIN this season? | 2026 Teammate Wars
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Will Piastri finally get one over on Norris? Will Hamilton find his form and outshine Leclerc? Find out who the LB boys think will reign supreme in ea...
Is it Ferrari’s year?! Our reactions to every team after 2026 F1 testing
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Too soon for hopium? With pre-season testing wrapped up, the LB boys share their thoughts on every F1 team with three-word summaries, and finish with ...
Could F1 lose Max Verstappen?
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Harry discuss some fresh testing takeaways, as well as the noise around Verstappen's future and what it could all mean for F1. They also tackl...
2026 F1 Bahrain Testing Week 1: What We Learned
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Sam break down the key takeaways from the first week of pre-season testing in Bahrain, analysing how each team appears to be shaping up and th...
Ranking EVERY 2026 F1 Livery from BEST to WORST!
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time to round off livery season as the LB boys rank every 2026 F1 livery in the ultimate tier list. From hits to misses (and maybe some masterp...
Toto Wolff blasts F1 rivals over 2026 engine controversy
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
“Get your sh*t together”: Ben, Sam & Harry react to Toto Wolff’s fiery message to rival F1 teams over 2026 engine complaints. They also cover La...
Should we be worried about Williams yet?
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The boys break down Williams’ livery launch and Vowles' response to missing testing. They also explore best- and worst-case scenarios for a handful ...
Reasons to be excited for the 2026 F1 Season!
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben, Sam, and Harry get into the storylines they’re most excited about for F1 in 2026. They also break down the shakedown and react to your hottest ...
Who's under the MOST pressure this 2026 F1 season?
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Who’s feeling the heat the most this F1 season? The LB boys give their top picks! They also get stuck into the 'mysterious' Barcelona shakedown, Aud...
Fresh or flop? Our reactions to Ferrari's 2026 livery!
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys react to a jam-packed week of car launches from the Big Three: Ferrari, Mercedes… and Alpine! They also discuss why Williams are sitting...
Is 2026 make or break for Leclerc at Ferrari?
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben, Sam and Harry chat through the Audi and Haas launches, debate whether it’s now or never for Leclerc at Ferrari (and where he could go next), an...
Which F1 team has the BEST driver lineup for 2026?
18 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We're SO back! Reunited as a trio, the LB boys react to the Red Bull launch and liveries, the news that Hamilton will get a new race engineer this yea...
Will Aston Martin Live Up to the Hype?
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Sam explore whether it's all aboard the 2026 Aston Martin hype train or whether cracks are already showing in the "superteam." They also look ...
“Everything Was a Problem”: Our Reaction to Perez’s Red Bull Critique
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Sam react to Perez’s explosive recent interview, breaking down his candid Red Bull comments. They also analyse the Team Bosses’ and Driver...
New Year, New Goals: 2026 F1 Resolutions for Drivers & Teams
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We're back! Did you miss us? Ben and Sam dust off the microphones and look ahead to the new season, starting with New Year's resolutions for a handful...
Best of Late Braking 2025: Games
04 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back to regular episodes on Wednesday, but in the meantime - put your F1 knowledge to the test with a compilation of some of our favourite gam...
Best of Late Braking 2025: Part 2
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year, Late Brakers! Cap off the year with some of our favourite chats (rants) and podcast moments from the second half of 2025. Up next: Bes...
Best of Late Braking 2025: Part 1
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As another year of the podcast draws to a close, we’re looking back at some of our favourite discussions and the silliest moments from the first hal...
A Christmas Message from LB!
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Just a little message for you, our lovely listeners, from the boys this Christmas. We’ll be back very soon with some Best Of episodes, followed by a...
Is Portugal’s return a win for F1?
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Sam break down the news of Portugal’s return to the F1 calendar in 2027, discussing what it means for the sport and who stands to benefit mo...
The 2025 LB F1 Awards!
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Who was the Driver of the Season? Which team radio stole the show? And who truly pushed the limits with the overtake of the year? It’s time for the ...
Our 2025 F1 Season Review: Race by Race
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Relive the 2025 Formula 1 season with the LB boys as they run through the year race by race, from thrilling highs to painful lows (looking at you, Fer...
How WRONG Were Our 2025 F1 Start-of-Season Predictions?
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys revisit their start-of-season predictions, from teammate battles to the full Championship order, and uncover just how deep into the hopium...
2025 Abu Dhabi GP Race Review
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a tense showdown, a new first-time World Champion has emerged! The LB boys break down all of the nail-biting action in the desert, where multipl...
2025 Abu Dhabi GP Qualifying Review
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The stage has been set for the championship decider with all 3 contenders locking out the top spots. Ben and Sam analyse the day's action, and of cour...
The Final Showdown: 3 Drivers, 1 World Champion | 2025 Abu Dhabi GP Preview
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For the first time in 15 years, the F1 World Championship goes down to the wire with three drivers still in contention. The LB boys are here to previe...
2025 Qatar GP Race Review
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
OH BOY! The LB trio break down the race in Qatar that has left us with a three-way title fight going right down to the wire! They run through the time...
2025 Qatar GP Sprint & Qualifying Review
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Sam break down a busy Saturday in Qatar, from the sprint race to qualifying, and what it all means for tomorrow’s title-defining Grand Prix....
2025 Qatar GP Sprint Qualifying Review
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The championship battle is heating up under the Doha floodlights as an unexpected name tops the timesheets. With Ben flying solo in today’s episode,...
Will Norris Clinch the Championship in Lusail? | 2025 Qatar GP Preview
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The boys are back with all things Qatar GP, asking whether Lusail is tailor-made for a McLaren charge and Norris title clincher, or if Verstappen’s ...
2025 Las Vegas GP Race Review
23 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Whew! Las Vegas certainly delivered a thriller, both before and long after the chequered flag. The LB boys break down all the action from the Turn 1 c...
2025 Las Vegas GP Qualifying Review
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Las Vegas delivered a showstopping wet qualifying session, with treacherous conditions that saw some drivers thrive while others floundered. Ben and S...
Has McLaren Finally Solved Its Vegas Weakness? | 2025 Las Vegas GP Preview
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re off to Sin City, where the lights are bright but McLaren’s fortunes usually aren’t. The LB boys break down the unique challenge of this de...
Did team orders derail Piastri's title charge?
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys are back together as they unpack Piastri’s admission that the Monza team-orders saga has affected his performance, debating whether it b...
Do Ferrari’s Drivers REALLY Need to ‘Talk Less’?
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys react to Ferrari President John Elkann's claim that their drivers should “talk less” and focus on unity - does he have a point? (Spoil...
2025 Brazilian GP Race Review
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Boy, did Interlagos deliver! Ben and Sam review the banger race between the lakes, from Norris’s near-perfect weekend and Antonelli’s best F1 fini...
2025 Brazilian GP Sprint & Qualifying Review
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been an action-packed Saturday in São Paulo, and Ben and Sam are here to break it all down. From a sprint that saw a title contender crash out...
2025 Brazilian GP Sprint Qualifying Review
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ferrari errors (naturally), a struggling Verstappen and one McLaren out in front! Ben and Sam cover all the action from the sprint qualifying session ...
Can Norris Hold His Lead as the Title Tightens? | 2025 Brazilian GP Preview
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
F1 returns to Interlagos and the LB trio are buzzing. With the McLaren teammates separated by just 1 point, can Norris hold his lead or will Piastri s...
Ranking the 2025 F1 Rookies: Who’s the Standout Star?
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The LB trio go all-in on the Class of 2025 rookies, ranking every newcomer from worst to best and debating who’s really turning heads on the F1 grid...
Who’s Got the Edge in F1's 2025 Title Fight?
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys size up the Drivers’ Championship big three, discussing what should give them each hope and what could bring them down. Plus, thoughts o...
2025 Mexico City GP Race Review
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve got a new Championship leader! The LB Three break down all the action from Mexico (and there was a lot), from Norris’ dominant drive and the...
2025 Mexico City GP Qualifying Review
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Sam break down a thrilling qualifying session from the highest circuit on the calendar! With surprise performances, unexpected disappointments...
Can McLaren Stop Max's Momentum in Mexico? | 2025 Mexico City GP Preview
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The championship is heating up! Ben and Sam ask whether either McLaren can challenge Max in the dizzying altitude of Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, o...
2025 United States GP Race Review
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join the LB boys in breaking down the US GP - from the strong comeback of Verstappen who edges further into championship contention, to Leclerc's defe...
2025 US GP Preview LIVE
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yeehaw! The LB boys are LIVE from Austin, with a full preview of this weekend’s US GP at Circuit of the Americas! FOLLOW us on socials! You can ...
What to Watch in 2025’s Final 6 Races
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With Ben away, Sam and Harry take the wheel (brace yourselves). They count down the top storylines to watch as the 2025 season wraps up, discuss Audi’...
The biggest surprises of the 2025 F1 season so far!
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys count down their Top 5 shocks of the season! They also break down McLaren’s title-winning campaign, react to Domenicali’s latest nonse...
2025 Singapore GP Race Review
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Sam are here to break down all the action from the Singapore GP with George Russell winning his second race of the season. The guys discuss Ve...
2025 Singapore GP Qualifying Review
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Harry break down an eventful Saturday under the lights of Marina Bay, where qualifying has served up a SPICY front row for tomorrow's race. Th...
Is a Singapore Surprise Incoming? | 2025 Singapore GP Preview
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to head to F1's original night race under the lights of Marina Bay! The LB boys question whether the Red Bull's recent resurgence will hold ...
Is Hadjar ready for a Red Bull promotion?
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Sam are back with another round of F1 chatter. This week, they discuss whether Tsunoda can hang on to his Red Bull seat or if Hadjar is ready ...
Are Red Bull back in the game?!
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Following back-to-back Verstappen wins, the LB boys consider whether Red Bull is truly back in the mix. Plus, reactions to the 2026 sprint calendar, B...
2025 Azerbaijan GP Race Review
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have we time-travelled back to 2023? The LB boys break down the Baku race where we got yet another Verstappen domination, as well as disaster for the ...
2025 Azerbaijan GP Qualifying Review
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
6 red flags and a whole lot of chaos! Ben covers as much as possible from Baku and the longest EVER qualifying session - from the surprise Top 3, disa...
Are We Set for a Banger in Baku? | 2025 Azerbaijan GP Preview
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's Baku time! Ben and Sam break down what it takes to master one of F1's most unforgiving circuits, where even the smallest mistakes can end in the ...
8 Races to Go: Who's Feeling the Heat?
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
No race? No problem. The LB boys break down who’s on the F1 hot seat as the season draws to a close. They also dive into the hopes of the best of th...
Are F1 Races TOO LONG?!
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to raise the LB boys' blood pressure as they tackle some of the latest F1 silliness from Gasly extending his contract at Alpine to Domenical...
2025 Italian GP Race Review
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys break down the fastest race in F1 history (have you heard?!), where Max delivered a Monza masterclass and McLaren... well, not so much. Th...
2025 Italian GP Qualifying Review
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Temple of Speed lived up to its name with a thrilling, closely contested qualifying session! Ben breaks down all the key moments - from a surprise...
Can Red Rule at the Temple of Speed? | 2025 Italian GP Preview
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for the one-of-a-kind challenge that is Monza... the LB boys break down what it takes to conquer the Temple of Speed - which teams are poise...
2025 Dutch GP Race Review
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys bring you the analysis from a carnage-filled Sunday at Zandvoort - from a Grand Slam weekend for one side of the McLaren garage, to the hu...
2025 Dutch GP Qualifying Review
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The McLaren drivers are closer than ever, with razor-thin margins creating an exciting qualifying session in Zandvoort! Ben and Sam break down all the...
Who’s Refreshed and Ready to Take the Fight? | 2025 Dutch GP Preview
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
F1 is BACK! But first, the big news of Bottas and Perez returning to the grid in 2026 with Cadillac. The boys then turn their focus to the Dutch GP, a...
F1 2026 New Regulations Explained: What’s Changing and What It Means
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, the LB boys break down everything you need to know about the 2026 F1 regulation changes and what they mean for the sport as i...
Will Christian Horner return to F1?
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is Horner already planning his F1 comeback? Are we currently in the best era in F1 history? What unlikely driver pairing would actually work? The boys...
Summer Recap: Every F1 Team’s 2025 in 3 Words!
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Sam are back with more F1 goodness to keep you going through the summer break, and this time they’re summing up every F1 team’s 2025 seaso...
F1 2025's Final Stretch: 5 Things We’re Excited About!
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Sam count down the top 5 things they're most excited to see unfold as the 2025 F1 season heads into its final stretch. They also discuss talks...
Predicting the 2026 driver lineup!
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Only 8 seats remain open on the 2026 grid - so who's getting them? The LB boys make their predictions: Will Tsunoda stay at Red Bull? Is Colapinto on ...
Is it time to worry about Hamilton at Ferrari?
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a summer break special, the LB boys unpack Hamilton’s 'useless' self-assessment and question whether he can turn things around at Ferrari. Ben th...
2025 Hungarian GP Race Review
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys are back as a THREE to break down the pre-summer showdown, where Norris closed in on championship leader Piastri with a risky strategy. Th...
2025 Hungarian GP Qualifying Review
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What just happened?! Ben reviews an exciting qualifying session at the Hungaroring, where a shock pole sitter stole the spotlight. He breaks down the ...
Who will take the final win before the break? | 2025 Hungarian GP Preview
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's the final race before F1 shuts down for the summer, so who will leave Hungary with the momentum? Ben and Harry cover all things Hungarian GP, fro...
2025 Belgian GP Race Review
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Harry are here to review the Belgian Grand Prix, where tricky conditions couldn’t stop a familiar result: Oscar Piastri leading a McLaren 1–...
2025 Belgian GP Sprint & Qualifying Review
26 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben’s flying solo one last time to unpack a jam-packed Saturday at Spa - from his not-so-hot take on the sprint format to Verstappen’s continuatio...
2025 Belgian GP Sprint Qualifying Review
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben is holding down the LB fort with a solo rundown of all the action from a mixed-up Belgian GP sprint qualifying session at Spa. With razor-thin mar...
Can Piastri Strike Back in Spa? | 2025 Belgian GP Preview
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With the summer break looming, Ben and Sam consider who will leave Spa with the coveted championship lead. With a sprint weekend and unpredictable wea...
Mid-Season Grades for Every F1 Driver! | Part 2
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Sam are back for part two of their F1 driver report cards, breaking down who has impressed and who has underdelivered in the first half of the...
Mid-Season Grades for Every F1 Driver! | Part 1
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh out of 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed, Ben and Sam are here giving each driver on the 2025 grid their mid-season report cards! They also discus...
Piastri vs. Norris: Who is the championship favourite?
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With just 8 points splitting Piastri and Norris at the halfway mark, Ben and Sam break down who’s had the stronger start to 2025. They also dive int...
Would Mercedes be the right move for Max?
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Note: This episode was recorded before the news broke about Christian Horner’s departure from Red Bull. For our full reaction, check out the previou...
Christian Horner SACKED by Red Bull! | EMERGENCY PODCAST
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sam and Harry are on hand to unpack the bombshell news that Horner has been dropped by Red Bull after 2 decades in charge! What triggered the split? W...
2025 British GP Race Review
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys run through the British GP that had it all - rain wreaking havoc, dramatic spins, a rookie wipeout, a first-time home win, and... a long-a...
2025 British GP Qualifying Review
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
WHEW! That was close... Ben and Sam review a thrilling qualifying session at Silverstone, where pole position was hotly contested and a surprise name ...
Can Hamilton spark more Silverstone magic? | 2025 British GP Preview
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The LB trio gear up for the British GP, asking the big questions: can McLaren pull off another dominant 1-2, and will home turf give any of the Britis...
2025 Austrian GP Race Review
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys break down all the action from the Red Bull Ring, from a tense intra-team battle at the front, to mechanical failures, and a dramatic cras...
2025 Austrian GP Qualifying Review
28 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Sam review a thrilling qualifying session in Austria, where a McLaren driver stormed to pole. They unpack all of the action including Ferrari’...
Can Russell do it again? | 2025 Austrian GP Preview
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
F1 returns to Europe, and the LB boys preview the weekend’s action in the Styrian hills. Can George Russell go back-to-back at the Red Bull Ring, or...