Missed Apex Formula 1 Podcast

Bahrain GP Qualifying Reaction: Heat, Track Limits & Saturday Surprises 03.10.2026 57мин

Spanners reacts to qualifying for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia. Lewis Hamilton suddenly looks happy and quick, Mercedes struggle in the heat, Red Bull appear to have serious pace, and Kimi Antonelli has a run-in with track limits. We also get into Russell’s difficult session, Bortoleto reaching Q3, Ferrari intrigue, Racing Bulls teamwork, and what all of this might mean for Sunday. Plus your listener reckons Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

F1 PREVIEW Sepang is Back 02.10.2026 1ч 6мин

F1 returns to Sepang for the unusual Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, and Jonathan Simon and Matt Trumpets break down everything that could make the weekend unpredictable. They look at the extreme heat, possible thunderstorms, abrasive and ageing track surface, tyre degradation and why Sepang could expose very different strengths across the grid.There’s also a look at Mercedes’ major upgrade package, Ferrari’s straight-line speed concerns and the mounting speculation around Fred Vasseur and Christian Horner. The pair discuss the fallout from Lando Norris and Franco Colapinto’s latest clash before turning to the driver market, where Esteban Ocon’s Haas exit raises questions about his route back onto the F1 grid and the likely arrival of Rafael Câmara alongside Ollie Bearman.Plus, plenty of nostalgia for one of Formula One’s best-loved circuits and some classic Malaysian Grand Prix moments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Baku Race Review: Russell Charge, Red Bull Tension & Late-Race Chaos 26.09.2026 1ч 27мин

Spanners is joined by Kristian and Alex to review a strange Azerbaijan Grand Prix. George Russell looked in complete control at the front, while Verstappen and Hadjar produced an increasingly awkward Red Bull team dynamic. We dig into McLaren’s lack of pace, Piastri throwing away a potential podium, Ferrari’s straight-line struggles, Lindblad and Lawson’s clash, the chaotic safety-car restart and a final-lap dash that suddenly brought the race back to life. Plus your listener reckons.Ways To Support Missed Apex:✅ Join our Patreon to gain access to our exclusive Patreon Only Discord Chat + Bonus ContentWe Only Exist Due to Our Patron Support https://www.patreon.com/MissedApex✅ Leave a tip https://missedapexpodcast.com/tipjarKristian here’s for Krede fra Pulshttps://open.spotify.com/album/4r2pCkVr79cqK5WSf93CimAlex wrestling podcast https://youtube.com/@wrestlingisawesome?si=Q1FyWLx3TqvTiCPR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

F1 News and Baku Grand Prix Preview 23.09.2026 1ч 3мин

Spanners, Trumpets and Stevens kick some tires and light some fires as they preview the chaotic carnival that is the upcoming Azerbaijan Grand Prix in this, the latest episode of Missed Apex F1⭐Missed Apex Tik Tokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@missedapexf1⭐ Spanners https://x.com/SpannersReady https://bsky.app/profile/spannersready.bsky.social⭐ Matt Trumpets https://x.com/mattpt55 https://bsky.app/profile/mattpt55.bsky.socialWays To Support Missed Apex:✅ Join our Patreon to gain access to our exclusive Patreon Only Discord Chat + Bonus ContentWe Only Exist Due to Our Patron Support https://www.patreon.com/MissedApex✅ Leave a tip https://missedapexpodcast.com/tipjarOn Tonight’s Show:⭐ Spanners https://x.com/SpannersReady https://bsky.app/profile/spannersready.bsky.social⭐ Matt Trumpets https://x.com/mattpt55 https://bsky.app/profile/mattpt55.bsky.social⭐ Chris Stevens https://www.instagram.com/chrisonracing/ https://www.tiktok.com/@chrisonracing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tech Time: F1’s Upgrade War and the 2027 Reset 20.09.2026 1ч 16мин

Trumpets is joined by Matthew Somerfield and Geensy as they read the post break tech tea leaves and lay out the state of play as the season turns for home in this, the latest episode of Missed Apex F1⭐Missed Apex Tik Tokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@missedapexf1⭐  Spanners https://x.com/SpannersReadyhttps://bsky.app/profile/spannersready.bsky.social⭐  Matt Trumpets https://x.com/mattpt55https://bsky.app/profile/mattpt55.bsky.socialWays To Support Missed Apex:✅ Join our Patreon to gain access to our exclusive Patreon Only Discord Chat + Bonus ContentWe Only Exist Due to Our Patron Support https://www.patreon.com/MissedApex✅ Leave a tip https://missedapexpodcast.com/tipjarOn Tonight’s Show:⭐   Matt Trumpets https://x.com/mattpt55https://bsky.app/profile/mattpt55.bsky.social⭐  Alex Vangeen https://www.instagram.com/alexvangeen/https://www.tiktok.com/@alexvangeenhttps://www.youtube.com/@AlexVangeenRacing⭐   Matthew Somerfield https://twitter.com/SomersF1https://bsky.app/profile/somersf1.co.ukhttps://vm.tiktok.com/ZN86Cw5aH/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

F1 Reckons: Sprints, Apple TV, Madring & the FIA 17.09.2026 57мин

Spanners goes solo to tackle your latest F1 reckons, including whether Apple TV is hurting F1’s growth in America, whether we’re heading for a Sprint every weekend, the case against Monaco Sprints, rookie FP1 rules, Madring’s problems, FIA/FOM politics, the future of hybrid engines and whether F1 risks losing existing fans while chasing new ones. Plus bold 2027 predictions and some properly silly listener takes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Madrid F1 GP happened 13.09.2026 1ч 30мин

Spanners and the Missed Apex crew review a dramatic first Spanish Grand Prix at Madring. We get into the VSC strategy swings, Norris’ costly timing, Verstappen’s track-limit controversies, Antonelli’s fortune and pace, Ferrari’s mixed afternoon, and whether this circuit actually produced a good race after all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spanish GP Madring Preview 2026 10.09.2026 51мин

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Monza F1 GP 2026 Race Review 06.09.2026 1ч 28мин

The Italian Grand Prix delivered plenty to unpack, from aggressive racing and strategy calls to team orders, tyre decisions and some fascinating intra-team dynamics. Spanners is joined by the crew to break down the key moments from Monza without giving away the result.Support us on Patreon by going to Patreon.com/MissedApex Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Italian GP Qualifying: Ferrari Heart Attacks, Piastri Conspiracy & Red Bull Tow Games 05.09.2026 35мин

Monza qualifying delivers a huge surprise as the grid is shaken up in unexpected fashion. Spanners examines Ferrari’s latest attempt to induce cardiac arrest, the theory that Oscar Piastri may have deliberately denied Lando Norris a crucial tow, and Red Bull’s increasingly suspicious use of sister-team drivers to help Max Verstappen. Plus, McLaren’s braking problems, the Mercedes-powered cars looking rapid on a power track, and all the key stories from qualifying. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monza Preview: Ferrari’s Big Chance, Antonelli’s Penalty & Qualifying Chaos 03.09.2026 58мин

Spanners previews the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, where championship leader Kimi Antonelli starts from the back and Ferrari suddenly have a huge opportunity on home soil. We look at Hamilton and Leclerc’s title chances, why the 2026 cars could make Monza qualifying especially chaotic, the strange new overtaking dynamics created by energy deployment, and whether this traditionally low-downforce race is heading for another one-stop strategy battle. Plus Norris’ new McLaren deal, Williams managing expectations, the latest development war and a few distinctly Italian surprises. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Strategy Roundtable Aug 2026 30.08.2026 1ч 20мин

How much does strategy really matter in Formula 1? Spanners and the panel dig into where races are actually won and lost: raw car pace, driver performance, pit-wall decisions, tyre behaviour and plain old circumstance.We look at the strategy calls we love, the ones that make no sense, and where an undercut, overcut, tyre offset or Safety Car call can genuinely change a result. We also get into the Pirelli era and whether deliberately strategic tyres have made F1 more interesting or simply forced drivers to spend too much time managing rather than racing flat-out.And at the heart of it: should Formula 1 create more room for strategic divergence, or should the best car and driver simply sprint to the flag? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

August Mailbag 2026 27.08.2026 1ч 9мин

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Dutch F1 GP Race REVIEW 23.08.2026 1ч 35мин

A chaotic Dutch Grand Prix gives us plenty to unpack. Max Verstappen crashes early, McLaren’s tyre management and Piastri’s strategy unravel, Ferrari waste Hamilton’s tyre offset and Mercedes spark controversy with team orders between Russell and Antonelli. We also dig into the late Williams clash, the penalties and retirements, Lawson taking the fight to Verstappen, and Nico Hülkenberg emerging as our Formula 1.5 winner after a seriously impressive weekend.⭐Missed Apex Tik Tokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@missedapexf1⭐ Spanners https://x.com/SpannersReadyhttps://bsky.app/profile/spannersready.bsky.social⭐Matt Trumpets https://x.com/mattpt55https://bsky.app/profile/mattpt55.bsky.socialWays To Support Missed Apex:✅ Join our Patreon to gain access to our exclusive Patreon Only Discord Chat + Bonus ContentWe Only Exist Due to Our Patron Support https://www.patreon.com/MissedApex✅ Leave a tip https://missedapexpodcast.com/tipjarOn Tonight’s Show:⭐ Spanners https://x.com/SpannersReadyhttps://bsky.app/profile/spannersready.bsky.social⭐Matt Trumpets https://x.com/mattpt55https://bsky.app/profile/mattpt55.bsky.social⭐ Jules Seegers https://bsky.app/profile/julesonracing.bsky.socialGive us a shout on WhatsApp! Save +44 79 4747 1840 if you are interested in calling into a show or sending us things you reckonCome iRacing with us!!! Join the Missed Apex British F4 iRacing Championship! 6 rounds, UK tracks only, through the Missed Apex iRacing League! Email [email protected] to join the fun!!!Give Spanners Insta a go!!!https://www.instagram.com/spannersreadyKeep an eye out on Netflix!https://www.instagram.com/netflixpodcasts/Show Mike some social media love!https://x.com/mikecaulfieldf1https://bsky.app/profile/mikecaulfieldf1.bsky.socialIf you are going to be in NYC in October swing by the Crown Hill Theatreand check out Trumpets with the NYC Ska Orchestrahttps://wl.eventim.us/event/nyc-ska-orchestra/701049?afflky=CrownHillTheatreCheck out Trumpets Bryant Park concert with the NYC Ska Orchestrahttps://www.youtube.com/user/bryantparknycCheck out Trumpets on the latest NYC Ska Orchestra single Bridge View!!!https://song.link/BRIDGEVIEWHelp Kyle raise some $$$ for charity!!!https://fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/kyles-giving-page-12875Also give the Behind the Barriers series a look!!!!Niels Wittich drops some lore!!!!https://youtu.be/XhrmZjuev-4?si=7MDu88DT6Zi5azllThe Tim Whittington interview!!!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBZoh6e02BQhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/45AjrtEz2CiaY3Zg9CjUkW?si=NWAF_4LVSWCZOTBibMGIFAGive the Mark Hughes interview some love!!!https://youtu.be/HwwMvy8Aaf0?si=H4_bS7w8rcM_wewthttps://open.spotify.com/episode/3biSm9P8zzrEpRSG3IG7B6?si=ARk4kBpdRwiMi4R3eLPQXAAnd the Scot Elkins interview!!!!https://youtu.be/T8JCZL7JBm0?si=oQ_qmcToa2KRjzZOhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/65iYBl6dL6Xgquh2ep17aDHelp Kyle raise some $$$ for charity!!!https://fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/kyles-giving-page-12875 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Saturday Action Catch-Up Dutch F1 GP Sprint and Qually Reaction 23.08.2026 48мин

Spanners breaks down an extraordinarily tight Dutch GP qualifying session, with McLaren looking devastating over one lap but potentially vulnerable on race pace. Liam Lawson produces a remarkable performance against Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton salvages P5 and may even have a route to victory, while Lindblad and Bortoleto star in Q2. Plus: are we heading for a Norris-led train and the dullest non-Monaco Grand Prix of the decade? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dutch F1 GP Saturday Reaction Podcast Show 22.08.2026 48мин

Spanners breaks down an extraordinarily tight Dutch GP qualifying session, with McLaren looking devastating over one lap but potentially vulnerable on race pace. Liam Lawson produces a remarkable performance against Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton salvages P5 and may even have a route to victory, while Lindblad and Bortoleto star in Q2. Plus: are we heading for a Norris-led train and the dullest non-Monaco Grand Prix of the decade? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Prepping for Zandvoort with Mike Caulfield 19.08.2026 1ч 10мин

Spanners and Trumpets are joined by former Mercedes and Haas strategist Mike Caulfield as they survey the strategic landscape and sneak a peek at the upcoming F1 Dutch Grand Prix in this, the latest episode of Missed Apex F1⭐Missed Apex Tik Tokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@missedapexf1⭐ Spanners https://x.com/SpannersReady https://bsky.app/profile/spannersready.bsky.social⭐Matt Trumpets https://x.com/mattpt55 https://bsky.app/profile/mattpt55.bsky.socialWays To Support Missed Apex:✅ Join our Patreon to gain access to our exclusive Patreon Only Discord Chat + Bonus ContentWe Only Exist Due to Our Patron Support https://www.patreon.com/MissedApex✅ Leave a tip https://missedapexpodcast.com/tipjarOn Tonight’s Show:⭐ Spanners https://x.com/SpannersReady https://bsky.app/profile/spannersready.bsky.social⭐Matt Trumpets https://x.com/mattpt55 https://bsky.app/profile/mattpt55.bsky.social ⭐ Mike Caulfield https://x.com/mikecaulfieldf1https://bsky.app/profile/mikecaulfieldf1.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone Is Copying Ferrari: F1’s 2026 Development War 18.08.2026 1ч 22мин

Trumpets is joined by the Titan of Tech, Matthew Summerfield, for a forensic review of the first half of F1’s 2026 development battle. Why has Ferrari set the technical pace, how have Racing Bulls quietly impressed, and where have Williams, Haas and Aston Martin gone wrong? They explore Macarena wings, hanger flaps, Alpine’s pod winglets, tyre-pressure politics, customer-team compromises and the FIA rule changes already coming for 2027. Who has truly understood the new regulations, and who is effectively using the rest of 2026 as an extended test session? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roundtable: Customer Teams vs Works Teams 16.08.2026 1ч 14мин

Missed Apex is entering F1, at least in theory. Spanners, Stevens and Catman sit down for our first Big Roundtable to decide what kind of team we would build: a full works manufacturer, a factory-backed partner, an independent customer, a technical client, a junior team or a takeover-and-rebadge operation.Using Cadillac’s sudden switch from Graeme Lowdon to Marcin Budkowski, McLaren’s 2026 customer-team problems, Haas and Dallara, Sauber’s many identities and the Red Bull/VCARB relationship, we ask what really makes a works team, how much independence matters and whether our aim should be winning championships or simply turning up and going racing.⭐Missed Apex Tik Tokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@missedapexf1⭐ Spanners https://x.com/SpannersReady https://bsky.app/profile/spannersready.bsky.social⭐Matt Trumpets https://x.com/mattpt55 https://bsky.app/profile/mattpt55.bsky.socialWays To Support Missed Apex:✅ Join our Patreon to gain access to our exclusive Patreon Only Discord Chat + Bonus ContentWe Only Exist Due to Our Patron Support https://www.patreon.com/MissedApex✅ Leave a tip https://missedapexpodcast.com/tipjarOn Tonight’s Show:⭐ Spanners https://x.com/SpannersReady https://bsky.app/profile/spannersready.bsky.social⭐ Chris Stevens https://www.instagram.com/chrisonracing/ https://www.tiktok.com/@chrisonracing ⭐ Chris ‘Catman’ Turner https://x.com/catmanf1 https://thecatdoctor.co.uk/ THE CAT DOCTOR Give us a shout on WhatsApp! Save +44 79 4747 1840 if you are interested in calling into a show or sending us things you reckonCome iRacing with us!!! Join the Missed Apex British F4 iRacing Championship! 6 rounds, UK tracks only, through the Missed Apex iRacing League! Email [email protected] to join the fun!!!Give Spanners Insta a go!!!https://www.instagram.com/spannersreadyKeep an eye out on Netflix!https://www.instagram.com/netflixpodcasts/Give the GT Open series a go with Stevens on commshttps://youtube.com/@gtopenseries?si=4wNupn1cc9KYPLqVAnd check out Stevens’ latest show reel and give it all the love https://loudspeakeragency.com/talent/chris-stevens/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roundtable: Which Tracks Should Fans Go To In 2026 09.08.2026 1ч 16мин

Spanners and Cristina decide which races we want to attend for the rest of the season Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.