The Late Braking F1 Podcast

"Hamilton beating Russell to the championship is a best case scenario for Mercedes" - is that true?

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Not long to go before the cars hit the track for testing, so the LB boys are looking at what is the best case and worst case scenarios for some of the...

Are all the 2023 F1 liveries TERRIBLE? | Pimp My F1

19 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

That's right, it's everyone's favourite episode - it's time for the 2023 edition of Pimp My F1! The LB Boys discuss their favourite and least favourit...

Will George Russell beat Lewis Hamilton AGAIN in 2023? | Teammate Wars

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, that's right - it's time for Teammate Wars! Sam, Ben and Harry voice their picks for who they think will win each inter-team battle in 2023. Who ...

Alonso thinks that Stroll is champion material - is he right?

12 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Sam discuss Fernando Alonso's comments about Lance Stroll, as well Guenther Steiner's thoughts on another team entering F1. The Harry-less duo...

Red Bull and Ford team up! A good move?

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A busy week for F1 news, as Red Bull and Ford announce a partnership for 2026 and Ben Sulayem steps down from his F1 FIA role. The LB boys break down ...

Making friends with F1 Driver, Anthony Davidson | Friends of the Podcast

05 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Apologies, it's been a while - but we're back with another Friends of the Podcast episode! This time, we have former F1 driver and Sky F1 pundit, Anth...

Should Ferrari have a No.1 driver in 2023?

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The F1 season draws ever nearer, and the LB boys are back for another episode of chaos! This week Ben, Sam and Harry discuss whether Ferrari are right...

Do Mercedes have the BEST driver line up in F1?

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're another week closer to the 2023 season, woooooo! To celebrate, in this week's episode the boys rank which teams have the best driver line ups, d...

Is Lewis Hamilton UNDER PRESSURE in 2023?

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, the boys give their Top 5 drivers who are under the most pressure in 2023. They also discuss James Vowles move to Williams, an...

Should Andretti-Cadillac get a place in F1?

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The LB boys are back at full strength for the first time in 2023, and there's plenty to talk about thanks to Michael Andretti and Cadillac! The boys d...

F1 New Year's Resolutions!

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Late Braking is back for 2023!....well, two thirds of us at least. Join Ben and Sam as they look at whether F1 is eyeing up an 11th team, Zak Brown’...

The best LB Games of 2022!

28 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are on their holidays this week, but they've stopped by for a special recap episode of their favourite games from 2022! We hope you've had a ...

The 2022 LB F1 Awards!

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's everyone's favourite episode of the year - yes that's right, it's The LBees! Sam, Ben, Harry and Clives Pigglesworth are back to dish out the mos...

Who were the Top 10 F1 drivers in 2022?

18 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Just a few episodes left for the LB Boys in 2022, but there's still plenty to talk about! The boys rank their top 10 drivers from the 2022 season, pla...

Vasseur is the new Ferrari Team Principal - the right call?

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's F1 Team Principal musical chairs! The LB Boys discuss the news that Capito is out at Williams, Vasseur is in at Ferrari, and Seidl is off to McLa...

Reacting to our 2022 F1 Predictions!

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Oh yes, it's that time of the year! Ben, Sam and Harry look back at the predictions they made before the season kicked off, to see how wrong they were...

Mattia Binotto is OUT at Ferrari!

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We thought it would be quiet in the winter break, but no. Binotto resigns as Team Principal! The boys discuss and give their thoughts. They also revie...

What is Sebastian Vettel's F1 legacy?

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Now that the season is over, the LB Boys reflect on Sebastian Vettel's great career in F1, and discuss the legacy that he's left behind. They also dis...

2022 Abu Dhabi GP Review

20 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

So that's it, the 2022 season is over! Sam, Ben and Harry are here with their final race review of 2022, as they discuss the Abu Dhabi GP. The boys lo...

Can Mercedes win again? | 2022 Abu Dhabi GP Preview

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Just one race remains, which means only one more opportunity for the LB Boys to make incorrect Bold Predictions! Sam, Ben and Harry preview the Abu Dh...

2022 Brazilian GP Review

13 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Well, that's a bit more like it! The boys review a thrilling Brazilian GP, where George Russell won his maiden GP, Hamilton and Verstappen collided li...

Can anyone stop Red Bull? | 2022 Brazilian GP Preview

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back in full force as they preview the penultimate race of the season, from Interlagos. They make some Bold Predictions, moan about Sprin...

Who is the most overrated F1 driver on the 2022 grid?

06 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sam and Ben treat you all to a bonus podcast this week, discussing who they think are the most overrated and underrated F1 drivers. They also chat abo...

Is Alonso right about Lewis Hamilton?

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A rest week doesn't stop the LB Boys! Sam, Ben and Harry are back discussing Fernando Alonso's comments about Lewis Hamilton, Red Bull's boycott of Sk...

2022 Mexican GP Review

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did you manage to stay awake for that one? Sam, Ben and Harry review a fairly uneventful Mexican GP as Max Verstappen took a record-breaking 14th win ...

Will Sebastian Vettel regret retiring? | 2022 Mexican GP Preview

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

No time to rest after the chaos of Austin, the boys are back to preview the Mexican GP! Ben, Sam and Harry make their predictions for this weekend's r...

2022 U.S. GP Review

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Yeeeehaaawwww! The LB Boys review a wild United States Grand Prix, which saw Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen battle it out for the win, whilst Ferna...

Is Mick Schumacher being treated unfairly? | 2022 U.S. GP Preview

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's U.S. GP Preview episode, the boys discuss whether Red Bull should throw all their support behind Sergio Perez, make some Bold Predictio...

Will Daniel Ricciardo EVER be back in F1?

16 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After the news that Daniel Ricciardo will not be on the 2023 grid, the boys discuss whether he should've pushed harder for a seat and we'll ever see h...

Should Red Bull lose their championships for cost cap breach?

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The results of the 2021 cost cap audit were released this week, with just Red Bull found to have breached the limit by a 'minor' amount. The LB boys d...

2022 Japanese GP Review

09 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The boys review a wet and shortened Japanese GP, where Max Verstappen claimed his second world championship! The boys break down the race, discussing ...

Are wet races overrated? | 2022 Japanese GP Preview

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Another fan favourite is back on the calendar! This weekend F1 returns to Suzuka, and the boys are here to preview the 2022 Japanese GP. They make som...

2022 Singapore GP Review

02 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The LB Boys review an incident-packed Singapore GP, where Sergio Perez took the win ahead of Charles Leclerc. Sam, Ben and Harry discuss the race, rev...

THREE teams in contention for the win? | 2022 Singapore GP Preview

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After three years away, F1 is back in Singapore! Ben, Sam and Harry preview the 2022 Singapore GP, discussing whether they think three teams are in co...

Are 24 races TOO many for the 2023 F1 calendar?

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The LB Boys are finally back as a three! Sam, Ben and Harry dive into the recently released 2023 F1 calendar, debate who they think will finish P2 in ...

Is Hulkenberg coming BACK to F1?

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Despite being a man down still, Ben and Harry bring you another cracking edition of the Late Braking F1 Podcast. This week they discuss whether Hulken...

2022 Italian GP Review

11 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A weird episode this week with two thirds of Late Braking in other countries/continents. Nevertheless, Ben soldiers on to bring you a review of the It...

Red Bull's race to lose? | 2022 Italian GP Preview

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The LB Boys preview race three of the triple header, as F1 heads to Monza for the Italian GP. They ask whether this is Red Bull's race to lose, make s...

2022 Dutch GP Review

04 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The LB Boys review a dramatic 2022 Dutch GP, where Max Verstappen took victory ahead of Charles Leclerc and George Russell. Sam, Ben and Harry look at...

Can Ferrari be any better in Zandvoort? | 2022 Dutch GP Preview

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

No time to rest for the LB Boys as they are back again previewing another race, this time the Dutch GP! Can Ferrari be any better? Who will Alonso fal...

2022 Belgian GP Review

28 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sam, Ben and Harry are back after the summer break for a race review of the Belgian GP! The boys discuss Max Verstappen's dominating win, more of Ferr...

Ricciardo OUT at McLaren for 2023! | 2022 Belgian GP Preview

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The summer break is over so the LB boys are back previewing the Belgian GP - and for once they have some breaking news to talk about! Daniel Ricciardo...

The Ultimate F1 Quiz! | LBillionaire Bonus Episode!

21 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Just one week to go and until the racing begins again so the boys are back with another episode of LBillionaire! Can Ben and Harry answer all 12 of Sa...

Why don't F1 teams want Andretti in F1?

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sam and Ben are back for another summer break filler episode! This week the boys discuss their top 10 drivers in F1 right now, talk about the Andretti...

Has Daniel Ricciardo been treated unfairly?

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back as a three as they discuss the ongoing Piasco! This week they ask whether Daniel Ricciardo has been treated poorly by McLaren, rate ...

Our listeners Roast us! | 200th episode Bonus Episode

07 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Well, we're slightly late but our 200th bonus episode is finally here! We answer some of your questions and listen to your best roasts... JOIN our Di...

Piastri vs Alpine! Who wins?

04 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sam and Ben discuss the dramatic saga between Oscar Piastri and Alpine, the shock signing of Fernando Alonso to Aston Martin, and the news that Sebast...

2022 Hungarian GP Review

31 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sam, Ben and Harry review an eventful 2022 Hungarian GP, where Max Verstappen took victory ahead of Lewis Hamilton and George Russell. The boys discus...

Redemption for Leclerc in Budapest? | 2022 Hungarian GP Preview

27 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sam, Ben and Harry preview the final race before the summer break, as F1 heads to Hungary for Round 13 of the 2022 season. They discuss Ferrari's chan...

2022 French GP Review

24 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ben, Sam and Harry review the 2022 French GP, where Max Verstappen returned to winning ways and Charles Leclerc crashed out! The boys discuss all the ...

Ferrari facing reliability issues in France? | 2022 French GP Preview

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're back to preview the 2022 French GP! Sam, Ben and Harry discuss Ferrari's chances this weekend, make some Bold Predictions, play and F1: Back and...

Making friends with F1 Statman, Sean Kelly | Friends Of The Podcast

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're looking for some new friends, so we thought we'd reach out to the great and the good of the F1 and motorsport world. In episode 2 we speak to F1...

Should Daniel Ricciardo stay at McLaren?

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

No race this weekend, but the LB boys are back discussing whether Daniel Ricciardo should remain at McLaren for 2023. They also chat through Sebastian...

2022 Austrian GP Review

10 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The LB boys review a drama-filled Austrian GP from the Red Bull Ring! Sam, Ben and Harry give their verdit on the race, review their bold predictions ...

Can Ferrari continue winning momentum at the Red Bull Ring? | 2022 Austrian GP Preview

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sam, Ben and Harry are back to preview the 2022 Austrian GP! They discuss whether Ferrai can continue their winning form from Silverstone, make some b...

2022 British GP Review

03 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The LB boys are back to review a thrilling 2022 British GP! They review their bold predictions, name their best and worst driver of the day, and pick ...

Mercedes best chance of victory? | 2022 British GP Preview

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's coming home! Sam, Ben and Harry are back to preview the 2022 British GP. The boys discuss whether this is Mercedes' best chance of a win yet, tal...

Should Williams fire Latifi and hire Piastri?

22 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

No race this weekend, but the LB boys are back with some more F1 chat and silliness. This week they discuss whether Williams should hire Oscar Piastri...

2022 Canadian GP Review

19 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sam, Ben and Harry review the Canadian GP, review their bold predictions and give their verdict on Best and Worst drivers of the day from the race in ...

How badly do Ferrari need to win in Montreal? | 2022 Canadian GP Preview

15 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

F1 is finally back in Canada after three years away! The LB Boys are here to preview the race in Montreal, and are debating how much Ferrari need a wi...

2022 Azerbaijan GP Review

12 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For Episode 200, Sam, Ben and Harry review the 2022 Azerbaijan GP. The boys discuss the implications of Ferrari's double DNF, whether they think Perez...

Can Hamilton benefit from a chaotic race in Baku? | 2022 Azerbaijan GP Preview

08 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back as a three for this week's preview podcast as they look ahead to the Azerbaijan GP! They discuss whether Red Bull are the favourites...

What are the Top 10 tracks in F1?

01 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

No race week, so Ben and Harry are asking 'What are the Top 10 tracks in F1 at the moment?'. The boys discuss their favourites, chat about whether Ver...

2022 Monaco GP Review

29 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ben and Harry review a dramatic (and long), rain affected Monaco GP! They discuss Sergio Perez' victory, the Ferrari team's strategy and the FIA's que...

Ferrari's race to lose? | 2022 Monaco GP Preview

25 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's Monaco GP race week baby! Sam, Ben and Harry are back to preview the famous race around the streets of Monte Carlo. They discuss whether this is ...

2022 Spanish GP Review

22 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sam, Ben and Harry review an eventful Spanish GP, where Max Verstappen took victory despite a trip through the gravel. The boys discuss Carlos Sainz' ...

A must win race for Leclerc? | 2022 Spanish GP Preview

18 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The LB boys are previewing Round 6 of the 2022 F1 season, the Spanish GP. They discuss whether Leclerc needs this win, the rumour surrounding Aston Ma...

Do Mercedes make bad strategy calls?

11 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A rare week off this week, so the boys reflect on the Miami GP and are discussing the role of F1 drivers in making key strategy calls. They also talk ...

2022 Miami GP Review

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The LB boys review the first ever Grand Prix from Miami, with Max Verstappen taking another win to close the gap to Charles Leclerc in the championshi...

A landmark weekend for F1? | 2022 Miami GP Preview

04 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Party in the city where the heat is on... It's time for the boys to preview the Miami GP - they discuss the significance of this inaugural race, make ...

Is Hamilton responsible for poor results? | Episode 190

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After a tough start to the 2022 season, the LB boys discuss whether they think Lewis Hamilton needs to take more responsibility for his lack of succes...

2022 Emilia Romagna GP Review

24 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The boys review Round 4 of the 2022 F1 World Championship from a wet/dry race in Imola as Max Verstappen takes a dominant win, after title-rival Charl...

Do Red Bull need to win or just finish? | 2022 Emilia Romagna GP Preview

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's the first Sprint Race weekend of 2022, yay... The boys are here to preview the Emilia Romagna GP as F1 returns to Imola. They discuss whether Red...

Toto Wolff labels Michael Masi a 'liability' and 'disrespectful' - unfair?

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sam and Ben rate each team's performance in the first three races, discuss Toto Wolff's comments about Michael Masi, and play a game of F1: True or Fa...

2022 Australian GP Review

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The LB boys review the third round of the 2022 championship in Melbourne, where Charles Leclerc took a dominant victory ahead of Sergio Perez and Geor...

Leclerc vs Verstappen as F1 returns to Melbourne! | 2022 Australian GP Preview

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

F1 finally returns to Australia after a two-year hiatus! The LB boys are here to preview the weekend's action, as battle resumes between Charles Lecle...

Las Vegas GP Confirmed! A good move?

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

No race to talk about this week, but never fear the boys are back with another episode - they discuss the new race in Las Vegas (hopefully), talk abou...

2022 Saudi Arabian GP Review

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The LB boys review Round 2 of the season, after a dramatic weekend in Jeddah. Did they get their bold predictions right? And who was their Driver of t...

Red Bull fightback in Jeddah? | 2022 Saudi Arabian GP Preview

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

No time to rest, Round 2 of the 2022 season is upon us! The boys are back to preview the Saudi Arabian GP, and discuss whether Red Bull can stage a fi...

2022 Bahrain GP Review

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're back for the first race review of 2022! Sam, Ben and Harry discuss all the talking points from the opening race of the season, revisit their bol...

Is it Ferrari's year? | 2022 Bahrain GP Preview

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The off-season is over and F1 is back! Ben and Sam discuss the upcoming Bahrain Grand Prix and which team is in the best position heading into the new...

2022 Championship Predictions!

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's time. The LB Boys are making their predictions for the 2022 F1 season - who will be right? Who will be wrong?* Listen to find out... *probably H...

Who wants to be a LB-illionaire! | BONUS EPISODE

05 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ahead of the new season, the boys play a game of Who Wants to be a LB-illionaire! Can Ben and Harry win the huge cash prize of £10? Listen to find ou...

Rating the best and worst liveries of 2022 | Pimp My F1

02 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

That's right, Pimp My F1 is back! Sam, Ben and Harry give their thoughts on this year's line up of F1 liveries. They also discuss the cancellation of ...

Hamilton vs Russell - who will win? | 2022 Teammate Wars

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hamilton vs Russell, Leclerc vs Sainz, Harry vs Winning Teammate Wars... The boys are back for the sixth annual Teammate Wars - who will be their pick...

Which drivers are most under pressure in 2022?

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Who's going to be feeling the pressure in 2022? The LB boys give their opinions, and discuss the new points system for Sprint Races, before finishing ...

Norris signs with McLaren until 2025 - a bad call?

11 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The LB boys discuss the biggest concerns for each team as they head into a new era of F1, discuss the signing of Lando Norris at McLaren until 2025, a...

Which team has the best driver line-up for 2022? | Episode 174

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With the 2022 season just a few weeks away, we're asking which team has the best driver lineup heading into the new era of F1? We also discuss George ...

Who would we put in our 2022 driver lineup? Q&A Special! | Episode 173

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You asked, we answered! Yes that's right it's time for our Q&A podcast special! We dive into your questions about F1, the three of us and our opinions...

Sebastian Vettel to retire at the end of 2022? | Episode 172

19 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're back for another week of F1-based antics! This week the boys discuss whether this will be Sebastian Vettel's last year in the sport, talk about ...

Will Lewis Hamilton not return to F1 in 2022? | Episode 171

12 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In our second podcast of 2022, we're discussing whether Lewis Hamilton will walk away from the sport, talk about a potential contract for Sainz at Fer...

Making New Year's Resolutions for F1 Drivers | Episode 170

06 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're back! For our first podcast of 2022, we're making New Year's Resolutions for the drivers on the F1 grid this year, discuss the departure of Asto...

Who is driver of the season? What was the best race? | 2021 LB Awards | Episode 169

22 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's the final podcast of the year which can onlt mean one thing...it's time for the 2021 LB Awards! Ben, Harry and Clives Pigglesworth are back with ...

Reviewing our 2021 Pre-Season Predictions | Episode 168

15 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Now that the F1 season is done and dusted, it's time for the LB boys to review the predictions we made ahead of the first race - and see just how wron...

2021 Abu Dhabi GP Review | Episode 167

12 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What a dramatic final round of a thrilling season! The LB trio are back to review a controversial final race of the 2021 championship...JOIN our Disco...

Hamilton vs Verstappen - who will be Champion? | 2021 Abu Dhabi GP Preview | Episode 166

08 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's the final race preview of the 2021! Sam, Ben and Harry give their final predictions of the season, talk about Kimi Raikkonen's career, and play F...

2021 Saudi Arabian GP Review | Episode 165

05 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Well, that was...something! The LB Boys are here to talk through a dramatic race around the new Jeddah cicuit.JOIN our Discord: https://discord.gg/dQJ...

What can Verstappen do to stop Hamilton's charge? | 2021 Saudi Arabian GP Preview | Episode 164

02 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's the penultimate round of the 2021 season, and the LB boys are back for another race preview - this wek they are discussing whether Verstappen can...

Who has the advantage heading into the final two races of the season - Verstappen or Hamilton? | Episode 163

24 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With no race this weekend, the LB boys take a look at who they would rather be heading into the climax of the season, debate whether team orders shoul...

Hamilton beats Verstappen in Qatar! | 2021 Qatar Grand Prix Review | Episode 162

21 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The first ever Qatar Grand Prix saw Lewis Hamilton take a vital victory as he remains on the heels of championship leader Max Verstappen. Ben and Sam ...