Formula XX - Hot Wheels & Hot Flashes

We’re balk to talk about the 2023 Qatar GP, which was dangerous, disorganized and didn’t need to be either of those things. With a sprint race weekend format, new asphalt, no support races to improve track conditions , degrading tires due to Lusail’s unique curbs, evolving track limits, racing in exceptionally hot and humid weather and some inter-team politics, there’s a lot to unpack.

This week we're catching up on the 2023 Hungarian GP, which featured the debut of the Sky Junior commentators, the return of Danny Ricc, and a new quali format that shook things up. Or returned the natural order for a moment. Whichever.
Join us as we break down one of the more interesting weekends of the season so far, no matter how predictable the ending.

Strap in for a turbocharged tour of the F1 grid as we forecast who's set to dominate the Constructors' Championship and shake up the driver standings. We're placing our bets on Red Bull leading the charge, but with Ferrari revving up for a challenge and the Mercedes-McLaren rivalry firing up, the podium's anyone's game. And don't forget, the drama extends beyond the top contenders - with Aston Martin's Alonso and the enigmatic Visa Cash Grab team, the chase for glory is more electrifying than ever.
Join us as we make bold, cynical and sometimes absurd predictions about which teams and which drivers will stand proud 24 race weekends from now.

Could the tectonic plates of Formula 1 be shifting beneath our feet? Fasten your seatbelts, racing fans, as we grapple with the news that's left jaws on the floor: Lewis Hamilton is donning the scarlet red of Ferrari, leaving behind the silver arrows of Mercedes. We delve into the whispers of discontent that might have pushed Hamilton towards the allure of Maranello and dissect the potential clash or cohesion with fellow speedster Charles Leclerc.
How will Hamilton adapt to the Scuderia's nuances? We unravel the enigma, balancing the weight of Hamilton's championship pedigree with the intricacies of Ferrari's design philosophy. Beyond the track, we consider how the champion's staunch advocacy for diversity dovetails with the Prancing Horse's storied legacy. The emotional gravitas of this move isn't lost on us as we reflect on its impact, not just on the man in the cockpit, but on the fans who've ridden every lap with him.
As the checkered flag waves on this episode, the speculation shifts to the future landscape of F1's starting grid. Who will claim the coveted Mercedes seat in a post-Hamilton world? We debate the merits of the contenders, from Albon's potential leap to the raw promise of rising stars. Weaving through the narrative of driver transfers, the implications for Sainz, Bottas, and the enigmatic driver market come under our inspection.

Today we're talking about the 2023 Mexican Grand Prix, which featured the worst opening corner imaginable for the hometown hero Checo Perez, another tire whispering masterclass from Lewis Hamilton, a stunning recovery drive from Lando Norris, and a whole lot of overheating breaks and engines.