F1 Season Preview with Jennie Gow: Hamilton at Ferrari & The Race for the Title

Welcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️ For the first time in 2025, it's race week in Formula 1! In this bonus episode, Natalie Sawyer (UK) sits down with BBC F1 presenter and star of Netflix's Drive To Survive, Jennie Gow, to preview the most highly anticipated season in the sport's 75-year history. They dive into the biggest stories of the year, from Lewis Hamilton's historic move to Ferrari to the close competition at the top. Here is a breakdown of the main topics: The Hamilton-Ferrari Story: An in-depth look at the biggest story in the sport. We discuss Lewis Hamilton's decision, how he will work with teammate Charles Leclerc, and whether he can win a record eighth world title. F1's Rise to Global Popularity: Jennie Gow shares her insights into the sport's massive success under Liberty Media, the impact of Netflix's 'Drive to Survive,' and the F1 75th anniversary launch event. 2025 Season Preview: We examine the intense competition among McLaren, Red Bull, and Ferrari. Jennie also offers her thoughts on the six rookies on the grid and the hopes for Oscar Piastri at his home race in Melbourne. Bold Predictions: Jenny Gow gives her full Drivers' and Constructors' Championship predictions, including a surprising choice for the title. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro & What's Coming Up 01:11 - The F1 75 Launch & The Impact of Liberty Media 04:28 - How Netflix's 'Drive To Survive' changed the sport 06:01 - The Hamilton-Ferrari Story 11:48 - Hamilton vs. Leclerc: The Team Dynamic 13:28 - Will Max Verstappen be challenged 15:55 - The Six Rookies of the 2025 season 17:24 - Oscar Piastri's home race in Melbourne 19:36 - The 2026 Rule Changes 22:24 - Jenny Gow's Predictions for the 2025 Titles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices