What We Learned From the 2026 Season Opener | The Long Way Home Podcast | Episode 3

The 2026 Formula 1 season is officially underway, and the first race of the year in Melbourne has already given us plenty to talk about.In this episode of The Long Way Home Podcast, Jordan and Kyle break down the Australian Grand Prix, the opening race of the 2026 season. With new regulations, a 22-driver grid, and every team starting with a clean slate, the season opener delivered our first real look at how the new era of Formula 1 might unfold.We recap the key moments from the race, discuss the teams and drivers who impressed, and look at what early signals Melbourne may have revealed about the competitive order for the season ahead.We also answer a viewer question about the new 50:50 hybrid engine era in Formula 1, sharing our thoughts on what these power unit changes could mean for the sport moving forward.Looking ahead, we preview the next race in Shanghai, discussing what we expect to see at the Chinese Grand Prix and which teams might perform well at the circuit.Finally, we wrap things up with our Clip of the Week.If you love Formula 1 race analysis, fan discussions, and the stories behind the grid, you’re in the right place.Hosted by Jordan & KyleNew episodes weekly.---00:00 Introduction to the Long Way Home Podcast01:40 Start of the Melbourne Grand Prix Recap31:42 Thoughts & Predictions for Shanghai Grand Prix 38:50 Clips of the week