The Late Braking F1 Podcast

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 ...

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 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...

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...

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 ...

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 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...

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...

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 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 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...

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 ...

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...

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 ...

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 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...

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...

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 a...

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 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... ...

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...S...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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 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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 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...