The Late Braking F1 Podcast
Episodes
Best of LB 2023!
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, we've pulled together some of our favourite discussions, debates, and silly moments from this past year of the podcast (there...
An LB Christmas Message!
24 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whilst there's no regular episode today due to the festivities, the LB boys just wanted to send you a little holiday message! We'll be here with 2 'Be...
Our 2023 F1 Season Review
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys recap and review the full 2023 season, running through the race calendar and talking through some of their favourite and forgotten moments...
The FIA's controversial inquiry + Our 2023 Prediction Review
10 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The off-season content gods have delivered, in the form of FIA nonsense... The LB trio are here with their opinions on the FIA's conflict of interest ...
Did Red Bull let down Perez in 2023?
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben & Sam continue off-season discussions with the pitfalls of 24-race calendars, Red Bull's claim of partial failure as Perez was unable to master th...
Is keeping Sargeant for 2024 the right decision from Williams?
03 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben & Sam discuss the recent news that Logan Sargeant has been re-signed at Williams for 2024, considering whether this is a long term solution or a s...
Which drivers should be MOST and LEAST content with their 2023 season?
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our first off-season episode is here! The LB trio discuss which drivers should be most and least content with how the 2023 season went. They also cove...
2023 Abu Dhabi GP Review
26 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys review the season finale, the Abu Dhabi GP, that saw Verstappen seal off his 3rd championship winning year with a final win and Mercedes s...
2023 Abu Dhabi GP Qualifying Review
25 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Harry review the 2023 Abu Dhabi GP qualifying where Verstappen took pole ahead of Leclerc in P2 and Piastri in P3. They discuss who may best c...
Ferrari vs. Mercedes: Who will win the second-place battle? | 2023 Abu Dhabi GP Preview
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Sam preview the upcoming final race of the season, the Abu Dhabi GP where there are still plenty of fights going down to the wire: Ferrari vs....
2023 Las Vegas GP Review
19 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam, Ben & Harry review what turned out to be an action-packed Las Vegas GP where Verstappen secured the win, but Leclerc battled to the very end to s...
2023 Las Vegas GP Qualifying Review
18 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys dive into the Las Vegas GP Qualifying session where Ferrari came out on top! They review all of the action including Leclerc's pole positi...
Who can challenge in the Las Vegas desert cold? | 2023 Las Vegas GP Preview
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys preview the highly anticipated Las Vegas GP, considering who may be Red Bull's closest competitors in the challenging desert conditions, a...
How much pressure is F1 under for the Las Vegas GP?
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The LB trio are here this non-racing Sunday discussing whether the pressure is on for F1 amidst the buildup to the inaugural Las Vegas GP. They also c...
Should Leclerc and Sainz stay at Ferrari beyond 2024?
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Following a tricky season for Ferrari, Ben & Sam discuss what their driver pairing should look to set up for beyond 2024 when their current contracts ...
2023 Brazilian GP Review
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam, Ben and Harry review the 2023 Brazilian GP - and talk through THAT crazy finish to the race. They also review their bold predictions, give their ...
2023 Brazilian GP Sprint Review
04 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben's been left by himself to discuss a sprint race. This can only go well! Join him as he reacts to all the action from Brazil including a win for Ma...
Could Mercedes win again at Interlagos?! | 2023 Brazilian GP Preview
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One year on from Russell's win, the LB boys preview the Brazilian GP and consider whether Mercedes could compete again in Brazil, or whether Norris is...
2023 Mexican GP Review
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys review the Mexican GP that saw Perez retire from his home race after a first corner collision while Verstappen secured another dominant wi...
2023 Mexican GP Qualifying Review
28 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The boys are back in the UK! Ben and Sam take a look through an entertaining Mexican GP qualifying including an unexpected Ferrari 1/2, Daniel Ricciar...
Will a Verstappen v Hamilton rivalry return in Mexico?! | 2023 Mexican GP Preview
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We recorded this episode early before our *long* flight home from Austin, but we're here to preview part 2 of the triple header - the Mexican GP this ...
2023 United States GP Review
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After their live experience of the race, Ben, Sam and Harry are on hand to review the United States Grand Prix won by Max Verstappen! The guys chat th...
Can McLaren win ANOTHER sprint race?! | US GP Preview LIVE
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We've made it to Austin! In front of a LIVE audience, Ben, Sam & Harry preview the United States Grand Prix and whether McLaren can pose a challenge t...
Will McLaren challenge Red Bull in 2024?!
15 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the last episode before we head off to Austin, the LB boys discuss what chance McLaren have of being Red Bull's biggest challenger next year. They ...
Should the Qatar GP have gone ahead?
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam, Ben & Harry break down some more of the fallout from the Qatar GP from the post-race reports of drivers suffering in the brutal conditions, to so...
2023 Qatar GP Review
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys review all the action from the Qatar GP where mandatory 18 lap max stints were brought in amid safety concerns and added drama (and some c...
2023 Qatar GP Sprint Review
07 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam & Ben review all the drama and main events from today's Sprint Shootout Qualifying and Sprint Race in Qatar that saw Piastri take his maiden pole ...
2023 Qatar GP Qualifying Review
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam takes it solo for a review of what was an unexpectedly eventful qualifying at Lusail International Circuit. He covers all of the session's main ta...
Will Verstappen gain his third title in a Sprint Race?! | 2023 Qatar GP Preview
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben & Harry preview the upcoming Sprint Weekend at Losail International Circuit where, much to Ben's dismay, we could see the WDC decided by a sprint ...
Has F1 reached peak popularity?
01 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys discuss the report by Buzz Radar that indicates a decline in F1's social media figures, and consider whether they agree that F1 is in trou...
Have AlphaTauri chosen the RIGHT 2024 lineup?
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam, Ben AND Harry (yes you heard correctly) consider whether AlphaTauri's confirmed 2024 lineup of Tsunoda and Ricciardo was the right decision, and ...
2023 Japanese GP Review
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Back to business as usual for Verstappen who comfortably won the Japanese GP and sealed off Red Bull's sixth Constructors' Championship. Ben & Sam are...
2023 Japanese GP Qualifying Review
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It appears as if Max Verstappen is quite good at the F1. Ben's here in the early hours of the morning to review everything that happened during Japane...
Will Red Bull be back on top at Suzuka?! | 2023 Japanese GP Preview
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After an unexpected Ferrari triumph in Singapore, the LB trio preview the Japanese GP and consider whether Red Bull will fail to win 2 races in a row,...
2023 Singapore GP Review
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Carlos Sainz takes victory ENDING Red Bull's perfect run! Sam, Ben & Harry review what was a gripping Singapore GP where the final few laps gave us a ...
2023 Singapore GP Qualifying Review
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
BOTH Red Bulls out in Q2 and Sainz on pole! Ben, Sam & Harry review the eventful Singapore GP Qualifying, running through the sessions' main events in...
FIRST Singapore win for Verstappen? | 2023 Singapore GP Preview
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Race week is back... And so is Harry! Previewing this weekend's Singapore GP, a track Verstappen has never won at, the LB boys question whether THIS c...
Is the Stroll to Alonso gap BAD LUCK or PERFORMANCE?
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben & Sam review Mike Krack's confirmation of Stroll at Aston Martin for 2024 and his assertion that it is not a performance gap between the team's tw...
Has Hamilton REALLY had tougher teammates than Verstappen?
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The trio are together to discuss Hamilton's suggestion that Verstappen has not had the same greatness of teammates as himself, Hamilton and Russell's ...
2023 Italian GP Review
03 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys review the Italian Grand Prix where Verstappen eased into a record-breaking victory, and despite Sainz leading for 15 laps, Red Bull finis...
2023 Italian GP Qualifying Review
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben, Sam and Harry review qualifying from the 2023 Italian GP where Carlos Sainz delighted the Tifosi with pole position around the Monza circuit. The...
Hamilton and Russell RE-SIGN with MERCEDES until end of 2025 | EMERGENCY PODCAST
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here with a short emergency podcast as news has just broken today (Thurs 31 Aug) that Lewis Hamilton and George Russell have re-signed their contracts...
WILLIAMS podium at Monza?! | 2023 Italian GP Preview
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
F1 is treating us to a double header with this weekend's GP at Monza. Ben and Sam share their predictions and debate whether Williams could be in for ...
2023 Dutch GP Review
27 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam, Ben & Harry review what was a chaotic Dutch GP where Verstappen won at home and Gasly made it to the podium for the first time since 2021! Join t...
2023 Dutch GP Qualifying Review
26 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam, Ben & Harry are here to review a drama-filled Dutch Grand Prix qualifying as Max Verstappen claimed pole position ahead of Lando Norris. The guys...
Verstappen WON'T WIN at Zandvoort?! | 2023 Dutch GP Preview
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
F1 is back!! Sam, Ben & Harry are here with the preview to the Dutch GP including the usual predictions and under pressure submissions, and a discussi...
Is Leclerc too IMPULSIVE? + Q&A!
20 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys answer some of your burning questions - thank you all for your submissions and sorry that we couldn't get around to all of them! As well a...
Is 2023 so far the most dominant season EVER?!
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In case you've missed it, Red Bull have been pretty good at the F1 this season... Sam, Ben & Harry consider how the year so far ranks in terms of hist...
Is it time for Red Bull to focus on 2024?
13 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben & Sam are together! They discuss Horner's indication of no more upgrades for Red Bull this season, and their opinions on what the other teams' dev...
Could AUDI be Plan A for Sainz?!
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben, Sam & Harry consider Sainz's future amid rumours of a pre-contract with Audi for 2026. They also discuss whether George Russell's performance is ...
Rating the BEST and WORST drivers of 2023 (so far)
06 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The gang are all together in the same room! As we pass mid-season, the LB boys each assign drivers to grades based on their performance so far. They a...
How much TROUBLE is Alpine in?!
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
F1 may be on a break, but the LB trio aren't! First on the agenda are the upheavals and senior staff exits over at Alpine - is this a team descending ...
2023 Belgian GP Review
30 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Another race weekend, and another dominant display from Max Verstappen who secured his 8th win in a row at Spa. The boys discuss his win, McLaren's wo...
2023 Belgian GP Sprint Review
29 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben reviews a rainy Belgian GP sprint where Verstappen overtook an impressive Oscar Piastri to take victory. Ben also shares his thoughts on the Perez...
Can Piastri pick up his first podium?! | 2023 Belgian GP Preview
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
EPISODE 300!! We'd like to thank you all for your continued support - it really does mean the world! It's the Belgian GP this weekend and the LB boys...
2023 Hungarian GP Review
23 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A *very tired* Sam & Harry review the Hungarian GP that saw Verstappen dominate to give Red Bull a record-breaking 12th consecutive win. They discuss ...
2023 Hungarian GP Qualifying Review
22 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben & Sam review a scintillating Hungarian GP qualifying where Hamilton made a last lap charge to secure his first pole position since Jeddah 2021... ...
Red Bull to be EVEN FASTER in Hungary?! | 2023 Hungarian GP Preview
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam & Ben soldier on without Harry to preview this weekend's Hungarian GP where Daniel Ricciardo makes his return to the grid and Red Bull bring upgra...
Was Ricciardo's return the correct decision?
16 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam and Ben tackle this week's big F1 news as Daniel Ricciardo returns to the sport at the expense of Nyck de Vries at Alpha Tauri. They discuss wheth...
Is Sergio Perez in danger of being REPLACED?
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was recorded prior to Tuesday's announcement of Ricciardo replacing De Vries at AlphaTauri, please see our previous bonus ep for Harry's ...
Ricciardo REPLACES Nyck de Vries from Hungarian GP onwards! | EMERGENCY PODCAST
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In true LB fashion, we recorded our mid-week episode early - so we missed the breaking news that Daniel Ricciardo is replacing Nyck de Vries for the r...
2023 British GP Review
09 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Norris holds off Hamilton leading to a 2 Brit podium at the British GP and Verstappen secures his 6th consecutive win! The LB boys discuss whether McL...
2023 British GP Preview from Williams Fan Zone!
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Another race weekend is upon us but this is far from a typical preview! The boys are recording from Williams Fan Zone in London Piccadilly talking McL...
2023 Austrian GP Review
02 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys review the weekend at the Red Bull Ring where Max maxed out points but there was plenty of action further down the field. They discuss the...
Can Perez prove himself at the Red Bull Ring?! | 2023 Austrian GP Preview
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys preview the upcoming Austrian GP and (much to Ben's dismay) sprint shootout weekend. They make their predictions and discuss who is most u...
Do we need harsher penalties for blocking in Qualifying?
25 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
3 place grid penalties are becoming increasingly common in F1 with 25% of the grid receiving one in the last 3 races. Sam, Harry and Ben take a closer...
Could Red Bull win EVERY RACE in 2023?!
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After winning the first 8 races of the 2023 season, Red Bull are now 15 away from completing a full season of victories. As a trio, Ben, Sam and Harry...
2023 Canadian GP Review
18 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben, Sam and Harry review the Canadian GP! The boys disucss another win for Max Verstappen and whether the pack behind has closed the gap, give their ...
Could FERRARI be Red Bull's biggest challenger?! | 2023 Canadian GP Preview
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ALL THREE of the LB boys are back in attendance to preview the Canadian GP, sharing their predictions as always and who is under pressure this weekend...
OVER and UNDER performing drivers of the season so far!
11 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam is back and joins Ben in sharing their top 3 overperforming and underperforming drivers of the season so far. They also discuss the F1 calendar wi...
Is Lance Stroll HOLDING BACK Aston Martin?
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This non-racing week, Ben & Harry discuss Lance Stroll's early season troubles and whether he is good enough to compete at the top. They also cover Gu...
2023 Spanish GP Review
04 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Time to review the Spanish GP where Verstappen took a dominant victory but so did Harry & Ben as their bold prediction of a double podium finish for M...
Can MERCEDES deliver on the hype?! | 2023 Spanish GP Preview
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam and Ben preview the upcoming Spanish GP and consider who might be able to keep Red Bull on their toes, and SPECIAL GUESTS Brian and Matt from The ...
2023 Monaco GP Review
28 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben and Harry review the Monaco GP where Verstappen defied the threat of Alonso and the mid-race downpour that caused some chaos further down the grid...
Who will master the streets of Monaco?! | 2023 Monaco GP Preview
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
F1 is back after a cancelled week in Imola for the Monaco GP! Some love it, Sam hates it.. The LB boys chat all things Monaco and share their predicti...
Why cancelling the 2023 Emilia Romagna GP was the right call
21 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On what would have been race day, Sam, Ben & Harry review why it was ultimately the right call to cancel this weekend's race in Imola. They also discu...
Could Mercedes' upgrades SAVE their season? | Cancelled 2023 Emilia Romagna GP
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode was recorded prior to the cancellation of the 2023 Emilia Romagna GP due to adverse weather. Our thoughts and wishes are with those affec...
Are Red Bull favouring Verstappen over Perez?
14 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Buckle up everyone, there's no Ben today so Sam and Harry are hosting unsupervised... They discuss Perez's Verstappen favouritism claim, Alpine CEO Ro...
Is Leclerc too error-prone to be a World Champion?
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After losing control and crashing out in Miami GP Qualifying, the LB boys consider whether Charles Leclerc still makes too many mistakes to be a world...
2023 Miami GP Review
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam, Ben & Harry review the Miami GP where Verstappen reasserted his dominance by taking victory all the way from P9! The boys discuss the Red Bull 'b...
Is the Perez vs Verstappen title fight ON?! | 2023 Miami GP Preview
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
And just like that... it's another race week! With Sam away living his best life, Ben and Harry preview the second ever Miami GP. When the soundboard ...
2023 Azerbaijan GP Review
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben & Sam review the Azerbaijan GP where Sergio Perez solidified his reputation as Street Circuit Specialist after securing his second victory of the ...
SPECIAL EPISODE: 2023 Azerbaijan GP Preview (Body Swap Edition)
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a special episode folks! As promised, the LB boys have swapped bodies for this one-off special and Azerbaijan GP preview. With Ben as Sam, Sa...
What would IMPROVE the F1 race weekend?
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam, Ben and Harry are in the same room! Together, they discuss if there are any ways to improve the F1 race weekend from mandatory two stop strategie...
Could Alonso REALLY break the F1 championship record?!
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Still no race weekend in sight, but don't worry - the LB boys have plenty to discuss including what is still possible for Alonso to achieve in F1. The...
Is Red Bull's dominance RUINING F1 for fans?
16 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben, Sam and Harry share their biggest takeaways from the 2023 season so far, and discuss the impact of Red Bull's dominance on the F1 fanbase. They a...
Do red flag standing starts need to be BANNED?
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As the long wait for the next race weekend continues, the LB boys grade the teams' performances so far. They also discuss whether standing starts shou...
Should Massa be awarded the 2008 title?!
09 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
No race this weekend but that doesn't stop Ben and Sam giving their opinions on what's going on in the world of F1! They discuss the potential for Fel...
Should F1 STOP having practice sessions?
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The boys are still recovering from the Australian GP - but they still hit record anyway! This week Ben, Sam and Harry discuss the possibility of havin...
2023 Australian GP Review
02 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben, Sam and Harry review an absolutely chaotic Australian GP in Melbourne, where Max Verstappen took his second victory of the year. The boys break d...
Do we really need FOUR DRS zones in Melbourne?! | 2023 Australian GP Preview
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben, Sam and Harry preview the third round of the 2023 championship, as F1 heads down under to Melbourne! As usual they give their bold predictions, d...
Senna vs Prost - F1's Greatest Rivalry? | A Short View Back To The Past...
26 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's the debut of a new series! Sam walks us through (arguably) F1's greatest every rivalry - Ayrton Senna vs Alain Prost. We talk through all the hig...
Hamilton thinks the Red Bull is the most dominant car ever - is he right?
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Following a second dominant race win in Saudi Arabia, the LB Boys discuss Lewis Hamilton's comments about the RB19, give their thoughts on the Red Bul...
2023 Saudi Arabian GP Review
19 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam, Ben and Harry review the second race of the 2023 season where Sergio Perez took victory ahead of his teammate Max Verstappen. The boys talk throu...
Can Ferrari fight back in Jeddah? | 2023 Saudi Arabian GP Preview
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The LB boys preview the second race of the 2023 season in Saudi Arabia - they discuss whether Ferrai can fight back, make some bold predictions, and p...
Did Mercedes IGNORE Lewis Hamilton's advice on 2023 car?
12 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Good news for those of you who don't like Harry, it's just Sam and Ben hosting the latest episode of the Late Braking F1 Podcast! The duo discuss whet...
Have Alpine made a MASSIVE mistake letting Alonso go?
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Following on from Fernando Alonso's podium at the Bahrain GP, the boys discuss whether Alpine may be regretting their decision to let the two-time wor...
2023 Bahrain GP Review
05 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The LB Boys are back with the first review episode of the year as Max Verstappen takes victory in Bahrain ahead of his teammate Sergio Perez and a deb...
Are Aston Martin in the fight?! | 2023 Bahrain GP Preview
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We've made it! It's time to preview the first race of the season - the LB Boys discuss their predictions for the weekend ahead in Bahrain. Can anyone ...
ANOTHER dominant year for Verstappen? | 2023 Predictions
26 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Testing is all over, so it's time to make some predictions! The LB Boys run through their picks for this year's drivers and constructors championships...