The Grandstand F1

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The Grandstand F1

Your hosts Pushan Chawla-Bhowmick, resident stat guy, and Ryan Knowles aka F*cking Knowles, bring you The Grandstand, a podcast about all things Formula 1 straight from the grandstand to wherever you listen to podcasts.

  1. 220

    Time to Decide (Qatar Preview)

    Will Lando Norris be crowned 2025 F1 Champion at the Qatar Grand Prix?

  2. 219

    Put Your Elvis Costume On! (Vegas Preview)

    We're racing in Vegas and the hunt is on for Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen as each remaining race could help decide who is crown the 2025 F1 World Champion.

  3. 218

    Oscar Piastri Please Stand Up (Brazil Review)

    Following a wild and somewhat wet weekend in Sao Paulo, Lando Norris takes a decisive lead in the 2025 championship. Further down the field, the battle for P2 and P6 in the constructors championship get shaken up once more!

  4. 217

    Do not take this from us! (Brazil GP Preview)

    4 races to go, 3 drivers in contention. We go to Interlagos in Sao Paulo where the racing, and the rain, are always unpredictable.

  5. 216

    And So It Begins.... (Mexico City GP Review)

    If we thought we had a championship battle before the Mexico City Grand Prix, with Lando Norris taking the lead of the championship, all bets are off with 4 more races of the 2025 F1 Season.

  6. 215

    Max That A*s Up (USGP Review & Mexico Preview)

    Ladies and Gentlemen, Max Verstappen has re-entered the chat....

  7. 214

    Never Apologize, Ever. (USGP Preview)

    It's a sprint race weekend in the land of the big TX as we go back racing at the Circuit of the Americas! The Merc drivers have new contracts, while the gloves look like they're starting to come off at McLaren.

  8. 213

    And So It Begins... (Singapore Review)

    McLaren may have won their second consecutive constructors championship, but the gloves seem to be coming off between their two drivers as they each go for their first title.

  9. 212

    Singapore SWING (Singapore Preview)

    With a DNF for Oscar Piastri, back to back wins for Max Verstappen, and heavy rain predicted through the weekend, the stage is set for an epic Singapore GP.

  10. 211

    Cue the Sade (Baku Debrief)

    With some of the fastest speeds on the Formula 1 calendar, we were back on the streets of Baku. Heavy red flags and rain plus an out of form McLaren on Saturday set up an incredible podium for Williams' Carlos Sainz, while Max Verstappen once again shows why he shouldn't be counted out in the championship battle.

  11. 210

    Home of the Gromo (Baku Preview)

    We're back where the Gromo began, the streets of Baku. Will the McLarens stop playing nice? Can any of the other teams play spoiler?

  12. 209

    How do you say Kumbaya in Italian? (Italian GP Review)

    When even then tifosi are singing the max verstappen song at the Italian Grand Prix, you know he put on a show.

  13. 208

    Dunes and DNFs (Zandvoort Review + Monza Preview)

    We were back racing on the Dutch riviera after the F1 summer break. In what was expected to be a bit of a snooze at the Zandvoort circuit ended up seeing two Ferrari and one McLaren DNF's that are sure to shake up the battle for the constructors and drivers championships.

  14. 207

    Papaya will be everywhere! (Zandvoort Preview)

    The official F1 Summer break is over, and we're going back racing on the shores of Holland. Who has the advantage at McLaren? Did the time off reinvigorate a struggling Lewis Hamilton? And most important of all, did Lance Stroll finally get a better haircut?

  15. 206

    We're halfway there (2025 Mid-Season Review)

    We've reached the annual F1 summer break. Who's hot, who's not, and what does the rest of the season have in store? FKnowles and PMoney give all their takes.

  16. 205

    Mama, what's vacation? (Hungarian GP Review

    We've just had final race before the Summer break and one thing is clear: everyone needs a vacation, except for McLaren and Gabriel Bortoleto.

  17. 204

    Nicely F*cking Done (Belgium Review + Hungary Preview)

    The McLaren Momentum swings back towards Oscar post Belgian GP in the drivers championship as we head to the Hungaroring before the Summer break.

  18. 203

    Toto and Max's Magic Adventure (Belgium Preview)

    F1 is back after its first Summer break and after the shock firing of Christian Horner at Red Bull. Who needs a result the most as we go back racing at one of F1's most iconic circuits, Spa-Francorchamps?

  19. 202

    Horner Out!

    After 20 seasons at the helm of Red Bull Racing, Christian Horner has been ousted as team principal.

  20. 201

    The Rain of Hulkenberg! (British GP Review)

    239 starts and finally, a podium for Nico Hulkenberg at the rain filled 2025 British Grand Prix!

  21. 200

    A Pair of 5's (Austria + F1 Movie Review)

    It was a big week for Formula 1, and The Grandstand. PMoney and FKnowles went to see the new F1 Movie together in LA, the Austrian Grand Prix solidified McLaren's position top the standings, while Red Bull find themselves at a low following their home grand prix.

  22. 199

    There are 2 Australian GPs? (Austria GP Preview)

    We're back in the Austrian Alps at the Red Bull Ring as McLaren looks to bounce back after a tough outing in Canada. Will Mercedes continue to play spoiler at the top, or can Ferrari's new updates bring some pace?

  23. 198

    George's Revenge (Canadian GP Review)

    After coming together with Max Verstappen in Spain, George Russell puts on a masterclass at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, with his teammate Kimi Antonelli securing his first career podium. All this plus Contact at McLaren and Ferrari F*ckery.

  24. 197

    What does French Canadian sound like? (Canadian GP Preview)

    After a week off, we go back to Montreal, Canada for the 2025 edition of the Canadian Grand Prix, where all eyes will be on Max Verstappen and his penalty points.

  25. 196

    Red Mist for Mad Max (Spanish GP Review)

    After some curious tire strategy from Red Bull, a failed Mercedes engine, and a testy restart, the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix will be remembered not for a McLaren front row lock out, or Oscar Piastri victory, but for an inchident between George Russell and Max Verstappen.

  26. 195

    The 2nd Most Boring Monaco GP in History (Monaco Review)

    It might be one of the most storied race in F1s history, but it's time for the Monaco Grand Prix to make some changes. Plus Spanish GP predictions!

  27. 194

    Triple Crown Weekend (Imola Review + Monaco Preview)

    After one of the ballsiest passes in recent F1 history, it's fair to say Max Verstappen isn't going down without a fight this year as he wins at Imola. Elbows out between Leclerc and Albon as Williams continues its resurgence, questions for McLaren, and the return of the Argentine internet trolls.

  28. 193

    The French Conundrum (Imola Preview)

    With a week of between a return to Europe, the big news in Formula 1 surrounded it's only French outfit, Alpine. Plus a preview of F1's 2025 return to Imola.

  29. 192

    British People Love South Florida (Miami GP Review)

    Cadillac F1. Youngest Pole Sitter in F1 History. Sprint, Max has a kid, Lego F1 cars, McLaren vs Max. Was this the first time the Miami Grand Prix weekend did not disappoint?

  30. 191

    Please Don't Play Welcome to Miami (Miami GP Preview)

    We had a week off after the exciting Saudi GP. Can Miami do them one better, finally?

  31. 190

    Wide Open Races (Saudi GP Review)

    This year has seen some incredible quali sessions, and the Saudi Arabian GP continued the trend. Max Verstappen with a monster pole lap set the stage for an epic Sunday.

  32. 189

    Oscar Piastri is a Bad Man (Bahrain Review + Saudi Preview)

    After a dominant weekend in Bahrain, is Oscar Piastri now the favorite for the 2025 F1 Driver Title? Does Lando have what it takes to bring it to his teammate? Plus: George Russell having a monster season, meanwhile the boys at HAAS have a recovery drive to remember and Pierre Gasly scores Alpine's first points!

  33. 188

    YOU GOT MAXd

    Max Verstappen did his biznis in Suzuka. Plus, Bahrain?

  34. 187

    YUKI DESU (Japanese GP)

    Red Bull do it again as we go back to Japan. Also, FKnowles lives in Tokyo now?

  35. 186

    When in Shanghai, Remember Tokyo. (Chinese GP Review)

    Sprint weekend in China brought the highs and lows for the Tifosi while McLaren showed dominance on Sunday. Also, is this the end for Liam Lawson at Red Bull?

  36. 185

    There's a wet button right? (Aussie GP Review)

    With 6 rookies in the field and Rain drenching Albert Park in Melbourne, we all knew we'd be in for a bit of chaos for the opening race of the 2025 down under.

  37. 184

    Let's Go Racing! (Season & Aussie GP Preview)

    We are going back racing for the 2025 Formula 1 Season! All the storylines, and all the usual shitty predictions in this episode of The Grandstand!

  38. 183

    They Did Lando Dirty (Drive to Survive S7 Review)

    With one week to go before cars hit the track for the 2025, we got to relive all the action from last season with the release of Drive to Survive!

  39. 182

    Who Brought The Bus? (2025 F1 Testing Report)

    We had Buses, Blackouts, and Broken Glass! 2025 F1 testing in Bahrain gave us our first glimpse of cars on track. The boys breakdown their biggest takeaways as we head to Melbourne for the first race of the 2025 Formula 1 Season.

  40. 181

    Make it Bahrain Baby! (2025 Testing Preview)

    F1 is unofficially back on track in Bahrain for 2025 testing! What to expect, what to look forward to, and a little trip down memory lane for FKnowles and PMoney.

  41. 180

    Lights out and away we...Machine Gun Kelly? (Livery Reveal Review)

    Formula 1 celebrated it's 75th anniversary this year and hoping to "start with a bang", opened their first-ever livery reveal event with machine gun kelly. And if you're like us, you probably asked yourself the same question, why? Our favorite moments, liveries, and more all featured in this episode of The Grandstand.

  42. 179

    In Fred Vasseur We Trust: Lewis officially becomes a Ferrari driver.

    With maybe one of the best sporting announcements/media campaigns ever, Ferrari officially revealed Lewis Hamilton as their new driver for the first time.

  43. 178

    Bravo Liam Lawson, you cheeky b*stard!

    Kiwi Liam Lawson was officially made a Red Bull driver after the departure of Sergio Perez. Was Yuki done dirty by his parent team? Even more, will Liam be able to keep up with Max or will the 4 time world champion embarrass yet another teammate?

  44. 177

    Formula 1 is SOO back! (2024 Season Review)

    A silly season that never ended. Bombshell driver and staff changes. Multiple race winners. A battle for both constructors and drivers championship. The 2024 Formula 1 season had it all.

  45. 176

    Emergency Episode: Adios Checo!

    Red Bull and Sergio Perez have finally parted ways. FKnowles and P$ give their instant reactions.

  46. 175

    Papaya Skies Once Again ( Abu Dhabi GP Review)

    It was the final race of the year once again at the Yas Marina circuit in Abu Dhabi and it wasn't short of drama, as McLaren outlasted a hard late season charge from Ferrari. There was drama on and off track between old foes Mercedes and Red Bull, while Lewis Hamilton had his last ever race in a Mercedes. The boys unpack it all in this 47th episode of The Grandstand.

  47. 174

    It All Comes Down to This (Qatar Review + Abu Dhabi Preview)

    With only one more race to go, did the Qatar Grand Prix settle anything or did it reignite old beef?

  48. 173

    Always Go Full Kimi in Vegas (Las Vegas GP Review)

    Max Joins the all time greats with a 4th title and then gets hammered. Mercedes 1-2. Ferrari mucking up the strategy. McLaren absolutely fucking no where. Heartbreak Pierre. Checo costing Red Bull the double. Rolls Royce cool down room. Vegas had it all.

  49. 172

    I Hope You Like It Wet (Brazilian GP Review)

    Senna Tributes. Sprint Races. Rain. Red Flags. Yellow Flags. Safety Cars. Gromo. Alpine Podium. Max Verstappen masterclass. The 2024 Brazilian Grand Prix had it all.

  50. 171

    Sade Would Be Proud (Mexico City GP)

    Ladies and gentleman, The Smooth Operator aka Carlos Sainz is a man unfazed by his impending departure from Maranello. The Spaniard put on a masterclass in Mexico City this past weekend, helping Ferrari overtake Red Bull in the constructors battle. With Checo's horrible form once again on display, crashing out of Q1 and clashing with Liam Lawson, and Max shoving drivers off track, can Ferrari walk away with the constructors title this year?

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Your hosts Pushan Chawla-Bhowmick, resident stat guy, and Ryan Knowles aka F*cking Knowles, bring you The Grandstand, a podcast about all things Formula 1 straight from the grandstand to wherever you listen to podcasts.

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