logo
episode-header-image
Oct 2025
48m 48s

Russell's 'statement' + McLaren title fi...

FORMULA 1
About this episode
Tom Clarkson is joined in the Marina Bay paddock by F1 correspondent Lawrence Barretto and Australian motor racing journalist Greg Rust to reflect on the Singapore Grand Prix.

McLaren have become World Champions for the second year in a row, but the big talking point was the opening lap contact between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. Will that incident change how their championship battle plays out in the final six races, especially now the team have wrapped up the Constructors' title? 

George Russell converted a stunning pole into his second win of the season with a dominant performance from lights out. But as his wait for a new contract with Mercedes continues, why does Lawrence think Russell is in a similar situation to the one Carlos Sainz found himself in at Ferrari? 

Behind George was Max Verstappen in P2. It's his fourth podium in a row and, given Red Bull’s previous struggles in Singapore, does this result confirm they've finally turned a corner with their car? And if Max does significantly close the gap in the title fight this year, will McLaren favour one of their drivers over the other to ensure they win a first Drivers' Championship since 2008?

Also on the agenda, the guys discuss another frustrating weekend for Ferrari, while celebrating impressive points finishes from Sainz, Fernando Alonso and Ollie Bearman.

Listen to more official F1 podcasts
In-depth interviews with F1's biggest stars on F1 Beyond The Grid
Your F1 questions answered by the experts on F1 Explains

It's All To Drive For in 2025. Be there!
Book your seat for a Grand Prix this season at tickets.formula1.com
Up next
Oct 8
F1 Explains: lap count calculations, team size differences + the purpose of practice - with Laura Winter + Alex Brundle
Why does every Grand Prix have a different number of laps? How come some F1 teams have fewer employees than others? What are drivers and engineers doing during practice sessions?Those are your questions. Christian Hewgill gets the answers from F1TV Lead Presenter Laura Winter and ... Show More
29 m
Oct 8
A Verstappen v Ferrari fight? Singapore GP Preview
Tom Clarkson and F1 Correspondent Lawrence Barretto think Red Bull and Ferrari will be closely-matched at this weekend's Singapore Grand Prix, with Mercedes and McLaren also in the mix. Will Max Verstappen win this Grand Prix for the first time in his career? Will the tight corne ... Show More
29 m
Oct 5
Max, Lewis + Fernando shine in Sepang - Bahrain GP in Malaysia Review
Jolyon Palmer and Alex Jacques join Tom Clarkson from the F1TV commentary box to debrief an epic Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.Max Verstappen secured his first victory of 2026 and the first win for Red Bull’s own power unit. How did Max recover from a slow start? Why were Red Bu ... Show More
50m 14s
Recommended Episodes
Oct 2025
Ted’s Singapore Podbook | A second chance for McLaren, why Red Bull are the in-form team, and it’s not as hot as you think!
Ted is in the Paddock in Singapore alongside Jamie Chadwick and Anthony Davidson to bring you all the news from media day ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix. They ask if this is the weekend when McLaren clinch the Constructors' Championship. They also discuss if Oscar Piastri can ... Show More
21m 54s
Sep 2024
Was Singapore Ricciardo’s last dance? | Could Max Verstappen REALLY quit F1?
Nico Rosberg and Matt Gallagher join Matt Baker on the Sky Sports F1 Podcast to review the Singapore Grand Prix where McLaren claimed another win, edging Lando Norris closer to the constructor’s championship. With upcoming Sprint weekends on the horizon, the panel discusses the i ... Show More
33m 57s
Apr 2024
Can McLaren catch Red Bull within 12 months? More Horner and Wolff drama | Chinese GP Review
Matt Baker is joined by David Croft and Christian Hewgill to look back at the action from the Chinese Grand Prix where Max Verstappen secured yet another win, with an impressive Lando Norris finishing second in Shanghai.<br /><br />We discuss whether McLaren can catch Red Bull wi ... Show More
57m 49s
Oct 2024
Is the 2024 Drivers' Championship over? | Lando Norris' 'controversial' penalty explained
Ted Kravitz and F1 content creator Tom McCluskey join Matt Baker on the Sky Sports F1 Podcast to review a drama-packed United States Grand Prix.<br /><br />The panel checks in on the state of the Championship as Max Verstappen extends his lead to 57 points and debate whether the ... Show More
57m 9s
Dec 2024
F1 2024 Abu Dhabi GP Friday - Advantage McLaren as Leclerc Takes Grid Penalty
Alex Kalinauckas and Ben Hunt continue their coverage of the Abu Dhabi GP as they review both Friday practice sessions. Together, they discuss Christian Horner attempting to smooth over the war of words between Max Verstappen and George Russell, despite being called a "yapping t ... Show More
12m 28s
Sep 2023
Does Ferrari’s epic battle in Monza cause Vasseur problems? | Rosberg: He needs to manage them
<b>Matt Baker, Nico Rosberg and F1 content creator Aldas join for our latest pod.</b><br /><b><br />They review a thrilling Italian Grand Prix with Max Verstappen winning a record 10th consecutive race and the Ferrari drivers producing an epic battle for the final podium place.</ ... Show More
42m 43s