EPISODE · Apr 1, 2026 · 14 MIN
F1’s Super Clipping Problem Explained (And Why It’s Controversial) | Japanese Grand Prix Recap
from The Grid Girls Formula: An F1 Podcast · host Zoe Faulkner
In this episode of The Grid Girls Formula, we break down the technical issue behind one of the biggest crashes of the season so far, how it may lead to a rules changes, and what it reveals about how modern F1 cars are being driven.We dive into:The concept of super clipping and why it’s becoming a real safety concernThe Bearman crash and how super clipping played a roleThen we get into the racing storylines:🏁 Mercedes’ defining weekendKimi Antonelli takes pole, wins, and becomes the championship leaderGeorge Russell struggles with setup and race executionAre Mercedes really running away with the Constructors’ Championship?🏎️ McLaren shows real pace — are they possible contenders?Oscar Piastri impresses with strong race paceStrategy decisions ultimately cost them⚔️ Race battles across the gridCharles Leclerc vs Lewis Hamilton dramaLate-race fights for podium positionsA race that felt competitive from P1 to P10📉 The losers of the weekendMax Verstappen — shock Q2 exit and no paceAlex Albon — chaotic weekend, including SIX pit stopsWe also break down the updated driver and constructor standings, and what this race means for the early championship fight.If you’re into the technical side of F1, strategy decisions, and the stories shaping the grid, this is the episode for you.🎙️ Follow The Grid Girls Formula for weekly race breakdowns, technical deep dives, and everything you need to understand Formula 1.
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