In this episode, Sam and Will look back on the 2025 Formula 1 season, picking out our favourite moments, the defining turning points in both championships, and the stories that shaped the year. We debate the drivers and teams that impressed us most, the biggest surprises and disappointments, and the moments that will stick with us long after the chequered flag.

We also reflect on what feels like the end of a generation of cars, discussing how the current era has played out and what we will miss as Formula 1 prepares for major regulation changes.

After that, we turn our attention to the future. With 2026 on the horizon, we discuss what we are most excited about, which teams and drivers could benefit from the reset, and what the next era of Formula 1 might look like.

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In this episode, we recap a tense Abu Dhabi Grand Prix where Lando Norris claimed third place, which was enough to seal the World Championship. We also discuss if this was Max Verstappen’s best season yet, and Oscar Piastri’s late-season dip in form that cost him the title. Plus, we find out who won our Rookie Game!

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In this episode, Sam and Will discuss a huge strategy mistake from McLaren throws the championship battle wide open at the Qatar Grand Prix. We break down the strategy blunder, what McLaren got wrong, what they should have done, and how it sets up a dramatic title decider this weekend.

Sam and Will give their differing predictions on who will be World Champion, plus Will shares insights from his visit to Aston Martin’s HQ, where he watched the Sprint race live.