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Mar 2024
42m 2s

Saudi Arabian GP Review

Bbc Radio 5 Live
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Jennie Gow is joined by Harry Benjamin, former Williams reserve driver Jack Aitken and F1 strategist Ruth Buscombe to reflect on the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Max Verstappen claimed victory, and we hear from the three-time world champion. Plus, the team discuss Oliver Bearman’s debut for Ferrari, hearing from the 18-year-old.

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