The Ringer F1 Show

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  Revisiting the 2026 Driver Points Draft 19.08.2026 1h 17min

  At Formula One’s summer break, Meg, Spanners, Chris Medland, and Nate Saunders revisit their preseason driver points draft, defend their questionable picks, and assess the season’s biggest surprises—including Mercedes’s strength, Kimi Antonelli’s emergence, and five different winners in five races. They also debate Red Bull and Max Verstappen’s recovery prospects, Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari’s execution, Aston Martin’s disastrous campaign, McLaren’s growing momentum, and whether Cadillac deserves more patience in its debut season.(00:00) Intro(06:18) The driver points draft standings(21:47) Can Max close the gap?(31:52) Drivers' Championship standings(41:51) The Aston of it all(54:38) McLaren turning it around?(62:22) Fishing for positives with CadillacHosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners ReadyGuests: Chris Medland and Nate SaundersSenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Hungarian Grand Prix Review 26.07.2026 1h 20min

  Meg and Spanners recap the Hungarian Grand Prix, where Lando Norris secured his first victory of the season. They talk about the upgrades McLaren have been making, confusing pit-stop decisions, news of the Malaysian Grand Prix’s return, and much more. (00:00) Intro(1:34) McLaren upgrades(15:04) Confusing pit-stop decisions(21:21) Down week for Ferrari(34:54) Max Verstappen's relationship with Red Bull(42:22) George Russell’s struggles continue(49:07) Aston Martin upgrades(1:05:15) Malaysia is hosting the Bahrain GP Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners ReadyProducer: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Belgian Grand Prix Review 19.07.2026 1h 10min

  Megan Schuster and Spanners break down Kimi Antonelli’s Belgian Grand Prix victory and the controversial incidents involving Lewis Hamilton, George Russell, Charles Leclerc, and Oscar Piastri. They also examine Ferrari’s strategy problems, McLaren’s improving pace, and Russell’s growing championship pressure heading into Hungary. (00:00) Intro (01:59) The big contact controversy (26:49) Mid-race maneuvers (42:23) The lackluster Lando strat (49:50) Kimi back in the top spot Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Belgian GP Preview and 'Passenger Princess' With Amelia Dimoldenberg 15.07.2026 58min

  Meg and Spanners preview the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa, breaking down the circuit’s iconic corners, strategy questions, and battery deployment concerns. They also discuss McLaren’s latest upgrades, Carlos Sainz to Audi rumors, and Red Bull’s driver-market uncertainty. Later, Amelia Dimoldenberg from the viral 'Chicken Shop Date' show discusses her latest series with F1 called 'Passenger Princess.'(00:00) Intro(01:38) It’s time to hit the “Spa”(11:04) McLaren finally gets its motor(17:24) Carlos going to Audi?(37:07) Amelia Dimoldenberg joins the showHosts: Megan Schuster, Spanners ReadySenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  News and Rumors After Silverstone 08.07.2026 55min

  Meg and Spanners unpack the latest from the F1 rumor mill, from Max Verstappen’s McLaren talks and Red Bull contract drama to the FIA’s probe into “rotisserie” rear wings. They also revisit the George Russell vs. Max Verstappen Silverstone incident, debate safety car procedures, and react to Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s push for future engine changes. (00:00) Intro(01:58) Max to McLaren?(24:33) George vs. Max redux(46:06) Power unit progress? Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners ReadySenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  The British Grand Prix Review 05.07.2026 58min

  Meg and Spanners recaps a dramatic British Grand Prix, where Charles Leclerc returned to the top step of the podium for the first time since 2024. They break down Leclerc's long-awaited victory, Mercedes' frustrating day with Kimi Antonelli's late mechanical failure, the controversial safety car finish that reshuffled the podium, and another fiery chapter in the Max Verstappen and George Russell rivalry. (00:00) Intro (2:28) The Silverstone madness begins! (09:30) The Mad Max safety car (20:28) A Drivers' Championship update (25:19) The big day for Charles (38:30) More Max drama (50:21) Some footy talk Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  News, Notes, and Previewing the British GP 01.07.2026 55min

  Meg and Spanners preview the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, breaking down the latest paddock drama ahead of one of Formula 1's most iconic races. Megan Schuster and Spanners dive into Racing Bulls' teammate tensions, the latest Max Verstappen transfer rumors, Ferrari's lingering performance concerns, and what to expect from Silverstone's legendary high-speed corners. Plus, they react to McLaren and Cadillac's special one-off liveries and make their predictions for a pivotal sprint weekend. (00:00) Intro(01:34) Spot of bother for the Racing Bulls(11:15) New rumors for Max(19:07) Ferrari gets an upgrade?(30:38) The Silverstone hype begins(40:38) Shiny new liveries! Hosts: Megan Schuster, Spanners ReadySenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Austrian Grand Prix Review 28.06.2026 1h 5min

  Meg and Spanners break down the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix, where George Russell claimed a dramatic victory ahead of Max Verstappen and Kimi Antonelli. They debate Mercedes' resurgence, Ferrari's costly strategy calls, Verstappen's pace, and whether McLaren has fallen behind in the development race. The episode also dives into the controversial qualifying finish that secured Russell pole position and the FIA's handling of late-session yellow flags. (00:00) Intro (03:50) Beating the heat in Austria (14:56) Max and Lewis battle it out (20:45) Vital pit stops all around (32:47) Top teams get evaluated (46:26) George Russell at qualifying (59:12) Onward to Silverstone! Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Revisiting 'F1: The Movie' One Year Later 24.06.2026 1h 28min

  Meg and Spanners revisit 'F1: The Movie' one year after its release, comparing their first impressions with a more critical at-home rewatch. They celebrate the film’s immersive racing footage, real F1 integration, driver cameos, and technical ambition while debating how well it succeeds as a classic sports movie. (00:00) Intro (03:35) Impressions on rewatch (17:23) A grand opening (23:06) Javier Bardem too hot? (54:36) Chaos from Sonny Hayes Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  News, Updates, and Rumors. Plus, Looking Ahead to Austria. 18.06.2026 59min

  Meg and Spanners unpack the ongoing fallout from Monaco’s pit lane penalty chaos, debate the FIA’s track limits enforcement after Spain, and dig into Red Bull’s challenge of the 2026 power-unit concession rankings. They also preview a potentially messy F1 silly season, including rumors around Max Verstappen, Fernando Alonso, and Carlos Sainz. All before turning to the Austrian Grand Prix and why the Red Bull Ring remains one of the calendar’s most entertaining circuits. (00:00) Intro (03:09) The Monaco drama must continue (13:31) Kimi gets dinged (24:39) Red Bull lawyers up (33:47) Silly season of our discontent (46:20) Look ahead to Austria (51:21) Looking at the Red Bull ring Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix Review 14.06.2026 1h 17min

  Meg and Spanners recap a wild 2026 Barcelona Grand Prix, highlighted by Lewis Hamilton’s emotional first win for Ferrari. They break down Ferrari’s winning strategy, Mercedes’s costly race management, and the growing tension between George Russell and Kimi Antonelli. They also cover Charles Leclerc’s difficult weekend, Pierre Gasly’s restored Monaco podium, and the FIA penalty confusion that could shape future appeals.(00:00) Intro(00:57) Lewis Hamilton wins with Ferrari!(07:36) The long road for Lewis(12:30) Mind the gap to Kimi(30:37) Mercedes clearing the way for Kimi(38:07) McLaren tattled on Kimi(44:16) Poor Prince Charles(58:04) The Monaco saga continuesHosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners ReadySenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Previewing the Spanish Grand Prix 10.06.2026 1h 13min

  Megan and Spanners preview the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix while cleaning up the fallout from a chaotic Monaco weekend—including the pit-lane speeding controversy, Alpine’s right-of-review request, and Charles Leclerc’s brake dispute with Brembo. They also dig into the latest F1 engine upgrade allowances, Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari momentum, Kimi Antonelli’s growing control of the title battle, George Russell’s struggles, and why Barcelona remains such an important benchmark track for the European season. (00:00) Intro (03:11) The pit-lane saga continues (11:15) Reviews inbound! (16:40) Charles vs. the brakes (27:06) Lewis spills the beans (39:08) Spanners defends Kim (49:54) Looking to Barcelona Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Monaco Grand Prix Review 07.06.2026 1h 12min

  Kimi Antonelli’s master class headlines a chaotic 2026 Monaco Grand Prix, and Meg and Spanners break down late-race madness, red flags, pit-lane penalties, and so much more. They touch on Ferrari's strategy tension and George Russell’s rough weekend. They also dig into Cadillac’s (potential) first point, Isack Hadjar’s radio frustration, Charles Leclerc’s Monaco heartbreak, and the celebrity circus surrounding Kim Kardashian’s F1 appearance. (00:00) Intro (02:05) It was Monaco as usual ... and then it wasn’t (10:34) A platter of penalties (26:29) Madness in the pits (40:36) Drivers’ championship may be over? (51:38) Monaco comes alive in qualifying (61:01) Spanners finally talks about Kim K Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  F1 European Preview 03.06.2026 1h 5min

  Megan Schuster and Spanners preview Formula 1’s European stretch by ranking the calendar’s European circuits, and debating what makes a track great for actual racing. They dig into street-track fatigue, overtaking challenges, track limits, iconic corners, historic prestige, and the venues that best showcase modern F1 cars. (00:00) Intro(02:38) Top 10 Tracks Ranking(36:11) Top 5(56:53) Our No. 1 and Why Hosts: Megan Schuster, Spanners ReadySenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Canadian Grand Prix Review 25.05.2026 1h

  Megan and Spanners recap a chaotic 2026 Canadian Grand Prix, where Kimi Antonelli earned his fourth straight win amid Mercedes teammate drama, McLaren strategy disasters, and a resurgent Lewis Hamilton. They break down Antonelli’s heated battle with George Russell, McLaren’s baffling tire decisions, and Ferrari’s wildly different weekends for Hamilton and Charles Leclerc. Plus, they discuss Sergio Perez’s aggressive Cadillac comeback and why this was one of the most entertaining races of the season. (00:00) Intro (02:06) Chaos, Tires, and wild choices (06:11) McLaren’s terrible day (10:19) The Mercedes Palace intrigue (23:14) George’s meme-worthy end (33:30) A tale of two Ferraris Hosts: Megan Schuster, Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Canada Grand Prix Preview 20.05.2026 52min

  Meg and Spanners return to preview the Canadian Grand Prix after Formula 1’s strange, stop-start opening stretch to the season. They dive into the growing rumors around Esteban Ocon’s future at Haas, Christian Horner’s possible F1 comeback with Chinese EV giant BYD, and what Montreal’s iconic circuit could mean for teams bringing major upgrades. They also revisit the legendary rain-soaked 2011 Canadian Grand Prix and debate whether this weekend can finally restore some momentum to the 2026 F1 season. (00:00) Intro (01:55) Could Esteban Ocon be out? (12:04) Just around the “Horner” (24:22) Previewing the Canadian GP (41:29) Season momentum in 2026 Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Silly Season Preview 13.05.2026 1h 8min

  Meg and Spanners break down the implications of F1 shifting away from a 50-50 power split and debate whether F1 is losing touch with real-world automotive trends. They also unpack the controversy around Honda’s performance struggles and the financial support aimed at keeping them competitive. They then dive into “silly season” speculation, discussing Max Verstappen’s future, potential driver swaps, and what a post-Verstappen grid could look like. (00:00) Intro (01:19) F1 news after Miami (8:28) The V8 is back!!! (21:43) Honda gets a bailout (32:54) Silly season begins! (51:27) Shake-up at Williams? Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Live From the F1 Miami Grand Prix Official Fan Fest 06.05.2026 48min

  In this special episode of The Ringer F1 Show, Meg and Spanners host a live recording from the Miami Grand Prix Fan Fest. In front of a crowd of F1 fans, they bring the energy of race week to life with interactive games and a fun audience quiz. Recording before the race, they also include some previews and predictions in a lively, on-the-ground look at the excitement and community surrounding Formula One. Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Miami Grand Prix Review 04.05.2026 1h 1min

  The Miami Grand Prix delivered chaos, controversy, and a breakout performance from Kimi Antonelli, who secured his third straight win. Meg and Spanners break down a wild race filled with spins, crashes, aggressive driving, and constant position changes. They dive into Max Verstappen’s relentless charge through the field, Ferrari’s ongoing strategy struggles, and McLaren’s strong showing. They also explore how new power dynamics are reshaping racing and why this race felt like a turning point for the sport. Plus, they look ahead to what this all means for the championship battle as the season heats up. (00:00) Intro (03:23) Miami: Chaos from the start (12:45) Gasly flips out! (22:47) George’s radio woes (27:42) Pit math changes the race (31:02) Facts about Kimi’s big day (36:39) Max (YOLO) Verstappen (46:26) Audi’s nightmare weekend (48:07) Double points for Williams! Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  News From the Miami Sprint Race 03.05.2026 42min

  Meg and Spanners head trackside in Miami to break down a dramatic and heat-soaked sprint race weekend. Lando Norris and McLaren steal the spotlight with a potential breakthrough performance, while Mercedes faces unexpected struggles. They also dive into Ferrari’s hidden pace, a fiery Verstappen vs Hamilton battle that sparks debate over racing rules and aggressive tactics. Also, the Meg and Spanners share their experience driving real F4 cars! (00:00) Intro (02:18) Results from the Sprint (09:39) Can George Panic Now? (15:55) Max Vs Lewis: Redux (21:47) Isack Gets Spicy! (25:52) Nico (literally) On Fire (33:10) General Miami Thoughts Hosts: Megan Schuster, Spanners Ready Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices