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EPISODE · Apr 21, 2025 · 53 MIN

Saudi Arabia GP Recap: Piastri Shines & Max and Red Bull Stay Scrappy

from The Critical Lap F1 Podcast · host Daniel and Reuben

The 2025 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at Jeddah Corniche Circuit delivered on speed, strategy, and drama—and we’re here to break it all down.Oscar Piastri takes the win with a cool, composed drive while Max Verstappen plays his old games with the stewards with a calculated foul. We unpack whether that’s fair game or crossing the line.This season is shaping up to be a thriller with Verstappen delivering jaw-dropping performances in a challenging car. We dive into Norris’s bounce-back drive, Williams’ double-points finish, and the ongoing constructors' fight between Ferrari, Mercedes, and “Team Max.”Also: is there any chance we see Seb Vettel back in F1 in an advisory role? Big day for rookies with Hadjar and Antonelli making noise and Bortoleto nearly ending Alonso's race. Lastly, we attempt to give Jeddah the nickname it deserves (we need your help).All that and more—plus some rapid reactions and one final burning mystery: WHEN is Daniel hat from?Tags: Formula 1 podcast, F1 Saudi Arabia GP 2025, Jeddah Corniche Circuit, Oscar Piastri win, Max Verstappen penalty, Red Bull Racing, F1 rookies 2025, Constructors' Championship 2025, F1 highlights, F1 race recap, Lando Norris, F1 podcast episode⏱️ Timestamps:4:13 – Race recap: Piastri holds off Max for a big win8:11 – Max's penalty: Tactical and cheeky15:01 – Max not in the best car...is really fun16:40 – Is Max pushing the limits too far?20:34 – Norris: Mental mistake or mental strength?24:51 – Return of Seb the Bee Farmer?26:25 – Midfield moves: Williams is looking strong28:48 – Leclerc bounces back after rough qualifying29:29 – Red Bull: Struggling or Sandbagging?34:30 – Rookies make an impression37:34 – Jeddah needs a nickname and we need help42:30 – Quick Reaction: Is Red Bull actually good?46:01 – Quick Reaction: Was Max's penalty fair?51:43 – Final question: What year is Daniel’s hat from?

The 2025 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at Jeddah Corniche Circuit delivered on speed, strategy, and drama—and we’re here to break it all down. Oscar Piastri takes the win with a cool, composed drive while Max Verstappen plays his old games with the stewards with a calculated foul. We unpack whether that’s fair game or crossing the line. This season is shaping up to be a thriller with Verstappen delivering jaw-dropping performances in a challenging car. We dive into Norris’s bounce-back drive, Will...

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