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The Late Braking F1 Podcast

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The Late Braking F1 Podcast covers all the latest news, race incidents, controversies and ridiculous moments in Formula 1. There will be plenty of debates...and plenty of silliness too.

Episodes

2024 Qatar GP Review

Surprised this episode only has 2 bleeps to be honest... The LB boys review the action-packed Qatar GP and all the chaos that ensued at Lusail, from Verstappen's victory, debris disaster, penalty drama, and... POINTS FOR SAUBER! Get your friends or family the gift that they truly deserve... gift an LB Patreon membership HERE...

Dec 01, 20241 hr 27 minEp. 482

2024 Qatar GP Sprint & Qualifying Review

After a Saturday full of action at Lusail, Ben and Sam are on hand to break it all down. From the Sprint where there was a controversial victory reversal, a Haas in the points, and a questionable pit lane start, to Qualifying where we saw a surprise pole ending up under investigation, a familiar face in P2, and impressive performances from 2 backmarker teams... Get your friends or family the gift that they truly deserve... gift an LB Patreon membership HERE...

Nov 30, 202448 minEp. 481

2024 Qatar GP Sprint Shootout Review

Though Ferrari set the pace in Practice, it was McLaren that emerged as the faster of the two teams in today's Sprint Qualifying - but can they stay ahead in tomorrow's warmer sessions? Ben and Sam discuss the action from Norris' impressive pole, Russell's surprise performance, and another bad day for one side of the Red Bull garage... Get your friends or family the gift that they truly deserve... gift an LB Patreon membership HERE...

Nov 29, 202438 minEp. 480

Can Mercedes stand the HEAT? | 2024 Qatar GP Preview

The LB boys preview this weekend's Qatar GP asking whether Mercedes can continue their form in hotter climes, and who might fare best in the battle of the Constructors'. They also discuss the breaking news of an 11th team in F1, and Verstappen's impressive season. They finish with a brand new game... Get your friends or family the gift that they truly deserve... gift an LB Patreon membership HERE...

Nov 28, 20242 hr 32 minEp. 479

2024 Las Vegas GP Review

Ben and Sam review the Las Vegas GP that saw an unexpected 1-2 as well as a title-sealing 5th place for Verstappen who takes his 4th consecutive F1 world title! The boys discuss all the action from Russell's dominant victory and Hamilton's fight through the field, the days of Ferrari versus McLaren, and the continuing saga for 6th place Constructor... Please note: Apologies, you may notice occasional faint disturbance from Ben’s microphone during the beginning section of this episode - this was ...

Nov 24, 20241 hr 24 minEp. 478

2024 Las Vegas GP Qualifying Review

It's a shock Top 3 for tomorrow's showdown! Ben and Sam discuss the Las Vegas qualifying session that saw contrasting fortunes for the Mercedes duo, a surprise performance from an Alpine, a less surprising Q1 exit from Perez, and an almighty crash from Colapinto that leaves his race participation in jeopardy... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League BUY our Me...

Nov 23, 202446 minEp. 477

Who will have the winning hand in Las Vegas? | 2024 Las Vegas GP Preview

Should we put it all on RED? The LB boys preview the upcoming Las Vegas GP, questioning which team will come out on top, and whether Verstappen will seal the title this weekend. They also discuss F1 75 Live, before finishing with a game of F1 Alphabetti... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League BUY our Merch EMAIL us at podcast@latebraking.co.uk & SUBSCRIBE to...

Nov 21, 20241 hr 20 minEp. 476

Are Aston Martin amidst a major shake up?

Before F1 kicks back off again, the LB boys bring you the latest in the sport from the exit of the Technical Director at Aston Martin and what this might mean for the team, the renewal of Monaco's F1 contract, and the midfield Constructor battle. They also discuss talks of Qatar's Audi F1 buy-in, before finishing with a game of Late Faking... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN ...

Nov 17, 20241 hr 16 minEp. 475

Who is in the fight for the Constructors' title?

With only 3 races to go, Ben, Sam and Harry discuss the teams still in contention for the 2024 Constructors' title. They also cover Wolff's insistence of Hamilton's "shelf life", Alpine's engine deal with Mercedes, and the immediate departure of F1's race director. They finish with a game of Show Me The Options... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League BUY our...

Nov 13, 20241 hr 23 minEp. 474

Bortoleto to Sauber in 2025 - the right call?

The LB trio are here this non-racing Sunday discussing the news of Gabriel Bortoleto signing with Sauber and future Audi on a multi-year contract. They also cover the GPDA's social media statement to the FIA and Domenicali's hints towards a rotational European calendar, before finishing by giving their Top 5 wet weather drives... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantas...

Nov 10, 20241 hr 26 minEp. 473

Is there a 2025 seat for Colapinto?

F1 has kindly granted us all a break after last weekend, but the LB boys are here to discuss Norris' controversial comments following his Brazilian GP defeat, the futures of Colapinto and Bottas, and the implications of Tsunoda's Red Bull test, before finishing with a game of Back and Forth.. FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League BUY our Merch EMAIL us at pod...

Nov 06, 20241 hr 16 minEp. 472

2024 Brazilian GP Review

Umm... where do we even begin?! Let's just say, in this slightly longer than usual episode, the LB boys chat through as much of the action as possible from that spectacularly chaotic and crazy Sunday in Brazil... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League BUY our Merch EMAIL us at podcast@latebraking.co.uk & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more about your ad choic...

Nov 04, 20242 hr 37 minEp. 472

2024 Brazilian GP Sprint Review

Qualifying may have been rained out, but there's still plenty to discuss from the sprint! Join Ben as he dives into McLaren’s approach to team orders, a contentious late-race VSC, and Verstappen’s penalty, which bumped him from 3rd to 4th. *After recording the FIA announced its revised Sunday schedule (times listed here are local time) Qualifying: 07:30 Race: 12:30 FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our ...

Nov 02, 202437 minEp. 470

2024 Brazilian GP Sprint Qualifying Review

Ben and Sam review the Interlagos sprint qualifying where a dominant McLaren was denied pole by their teammate at the very last moment! The boys chat through Piastri's stunning sprint pole, the Ferraris and Verstappen who will start close behind, Bearman's impressive substitute appearance, and a double SQ1 elimination for Aston Martin... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F...

Nov 01, 202439 minEp. 469

Can Ferrari secure THIRD consecutive win? | 2024 Brazilian GP Preview

Rounding out the triple header, it's time to head to Interlagos where the ramping up of the championship along with the threat of wet weather could deliver some exciting racing! The LB trio discuss whether Ferrari can make it 3 wins in a row, and how Verstappen and Norris might approach the weekend. They also cover rumoured links of Piastri and Red Bull, and Perez's condemnation of Lawson, before finishing with a game of Show Me The Options... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, In...

Oct 30, 20241 hr 21 minEp. 468

2024 Mexican GP Review

Well that race had it ALL! The LB trio are on hand to review the Mexican GP chaos from Verstappen's huge penalties after Norris battle, Sainz's dominant win bringing Ferrari firmly into the Constructors' Championship fight, and the shockingly miserable day for hometown hero Perez... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League BUY our Merch EMAIL us at podcast@lateb...

Oct 28, 20241 hr 19 minEp. 467

2024 Mexican GP Qualifying Review

Ben and Sam review the Mexican GP Qualifying session that has given us a spicy Top 4 for tomorrow's race with the smooth operator coming out on top! The boys chat through the top performers, Haas' double Q3 feature, the Albon-Colapinto teammate battle, and of course, the disastrous Q1 exits of Piastri and hometown hero Perez... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy ...

Oct 27, 202439 minEp. 466

Home glory or heartbreak for Perez?! | 2024 Mexican GP Preview

Ben, Sam and Harry preview the Mexico City GP, discussing whether Ferarri might win back to back races, expectations for McLaren, and just what Red Bull and home town hero Sergio Perez could achieve. They also discuss the change to the FP1 young drivers rule, before finishing with a game of Back and Forth... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League BUY our Merch...

Oct 23, 20241 hr 18 minEp. 465

2024 United States GP Review

The LB boys review the US GP where they were trackside! They discuss all of the action from the dominant display from Ferrari, the tense wheel to wheel action between Verstappen and Norris, and the tale of two halves for Mercedes... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League BUY our Merch EMAIL us at podcast@latebraking.co.uk & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more...

Oct 21, 20241 hr 17 minEp. 464

Crucial weekend for the championship? | 2024 US GP Preview LIVE

The LB trio are LIVE from AUSTIN TEXAS bringing you the preview to the upcoming US GP! They discuss what Norris needs to do, who will take the challenge, Lawson's debut and Haas' major updates. Along with all the classics of Under Pressure submissions (from the live audience!), predictions, and a collaborative game of Higher or Lower... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1...

Oct 18, 20241 hr 21 minEp. 463

Was Antonelli's F1 debut a MISTAKE?

The LB boys are here on your last non-F1 Sunday before the triple header! They discuss Wolff's misjudgement of Monza pressure on Antonelli's debut, Toyota's return to F1 with Haas partnership, and Andretti stepping down as Andretti Global CEO. This episode also features an interview with special guest and motor racing journalist Kevin Eason! They finish with a game of Order Please... You can pre-order The Times Speed: The History of Formula 1 World Championships by Kevin Eason HERE FOLLOW us on ...

Oct 13, 20242 hr 31 minEp. 462

The biggest SURPRISES of the 2024 season so far!

Ben, Harry and Sam each list their Top 5 biggest surprises of the season so far, from drivers to races to moments. They also discuss Mercedes not writing off 2025, Vowles' claim that Sainz-Albon is the best lineup in F1, and Alonso's pessimistic comments on Aston Martin's performance. They finish with a classic game of Back and Forth... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1...

Oct 09, 20241 hr 20 minEp. 461

Red Bull's internal FEUD!

Ben and Sam chat through the latest in F1 as we reach halfway through the Autumn break! First up, Red Bull's internal power struggles and more fallout following Ricciardo's dismissal. They also discuss Ferrari's upcoming upgrades, Alpine's development, and the postponement of F1's "rookie race", before finishing with a game of Fill in the Blank... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community ...

Oct 06, 20241 hr 11 minEp. 460

Who is the BEST driver of the season so far?

Who has impressed the most? The LB boys fill your F1 break by each picking their best drivers of the season so far. They also discuss Renault ending their engine programme, whether the FIA deserves more credit (spoiler: no), and their thoughts on this four-week "Autumn Break". They finish with a surprise quiz... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League BUY our M...

Oct 02, 20241 hr 14 minEp. 459

FINAL 6 RACES: What does each team need to do?

With just 6 races of the 2024 season remaining, the LB boys dish out 3-word summaries and advice to each team on how they could finish well. They also discuss Horner naming Russell as a potential target, as well as more staff departures from Red Bull, before finishing with a game of Show Me The Options... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League BUY our Merch EM...

Sep 29, 20241 hr 21 minEp. 458

Goodbye Daniel Ricciardo?

Ben, Harry and Sam discuss more of the fallout from the Singapore GP, including whether that really was Ricciardo's last race and how RB have handled the affair. They also discuss swearing gate as well as the fastest lap saga that reignited concerns over the Red Bull/RB relationship, before finishing with a game of Back and Forth... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fan...

Sep 25, 20241 hr 19 minEp. 457

2024 Singapore GP Review

It may not have been a thriller of a Singapore GP, but there is plenty to discuss. The LB boys talk through Norris' dominant performance and close calls with the wall, Ferrari's comeback and Colapinto's daring first corner move... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League BUY our Merch EMAIL us at podcast@latebraking.co.uk & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more a...

Sep 22, 20241 hr 15 minEp. 456

2024 Singapore GP Qualifying Review

The guys are together in the same room to review an exciting qualifying in Singapore! The boys chat through Norris' impressive pole, Mercedes' surprising second-row lockout, a tough Q3 for Ferrari and difficult sessions for Perez and Ricciardo... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League BUY our Merch EMAIL us at podcast@latebraking.co.uk & SUBSCRIBE to our podca...

Sep 21, 202443 minEp. 455

Can McLaren work their magic at Marina Bay? | 2024 Singapore GP Preview

The second race of the double header takes us to Singapore, with the LB boys questioning if McLaren can extend their Constructors' Championship lead under the Marina Bay lights. As well as sharing their predictions for the weekend, they discuss Colapinto's 2025 possibilities, and Horner's criticism of 'premature' Newey announcement, before finishing with a game of Late Faking... FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus epis...

Sep 18, 20241 hr 19 minEp. 454

2024 Azerbaijan GP Review

How about that for a race?! Ben and Sam are back to review an epic Azerbaijan Grand Prix including Piastri and Leclerc's battle for the win, Perez and Sainz's dramatic late crash and well-earned points for Colapinto and Bearman. FOLLOW us on socials! You can find us on YouTube, Instagram, X (Twitter) and TikTok SUPPORT our Patreon for bonus episodes JOIN our Discord community JOIN our F1 Fantasy League BUY our Merch EMAIL us at podcast@latebraking.co.uk & SUBSCRIBE to our podcast! Learn more abo...

Sep 15, 20241 hr 15 minEp. 453