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F1: Chequered Flag

BBC Radio 5 Live

F1 Back at Base - A New Era: In this eight-part series, hosted by actress Rosamund Pike, we"re going behind-the-scenes with next generation stars, Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli and British Haas hotshot Ollie Bearman, during their rookie Formula 1 seasons in the 2025 World Championship. We are in the passenger seat with the drivers - and we do mean that literally - following the final races of their maiden campaigns and lifting the lid on driver life away from the track with F1 experts Sarah Holt

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56:42

Chequered Flag Special: F1 75 Launch

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2025/02/19

Rick Edwards joins Jennie Gow, Harry Benjamin and Andrew Benson at the F1 75 launch event. The team look ahead to the start of the new season, discuss the glitz and glamour of this new day in the F1 calendar, and speak to the drivers, including George Russell and Lando Norris, as well as the team bosses, including Toto Wolff, Christian Horner and Fred Vasseur.

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37:16

Back At Base S2: 5. Echoes From The Past

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2025/02/19

There are just five races left to go in the frenetic 2024 Formula 1 season - and the stakes are getting higher. McLaren are still in the hunt for both World titles but, after a penalty for Lando Norris at the U.S. Grand Prix, the team must regroup back at base. The next race in Mexico is vital for the team if they are to keep Norris’ hopes alive in the Drivers’ Championship. The events in Austin saw the British star’s title fight with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen heat up. Will the Mexico race see it

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39:06

Back At Base S2: 4. The Calm Before the Storm

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2025/02/12

It’s late September. The seasons are turning – but the wheels of Formula 1 have stopped. There is now a three-week pause before racing resumes at the U.S. Grand Prix in Austin, Texas.At Aston Martin’s Silverstone headquarters, the cars have made a rare return home. In 2024, the cars travel to 21 countries across five continents - that’s a total 127,000 kilometres in air distance. Head of Build and Car Assembly Mark Gray is the man in charge of logistics and caring for Aston Martin’s racing cars

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42:10

Back At Base S2: 3. Mission Control

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2025/02/05

Tension is building inside the McLaren factory. The team is closer to a title than they have been for 12 years and, after dramatic races in Zandvoort and Monza, there is much to discuss. Not least the team’s philosophy that allows their drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, to freely race each other. Team Principal Andrea Stella has returned to the factory to consider whether there now needs to be a change of policy. While Stella smooths out any wrinkles caused by the battling teammates,

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37:41

Back At Base S2: 2. Project Pencil

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2025/01/29

The Aston Martin team is preparing to unveil the super signing of the 2024 season. Someone who will shape their Formula 1 cars and - if things go to plan - the team’s future at the front of the grid. But until then the news has to be kept under wraps. In the ultra-competitive world of Formula 1 secrecy is a necessity. The McLaren and Aston Martin teams are also gearing up for a return to racing at Round 15 of the World Championship, the Dutch Grand Prix, held at the seaside circuit of Zandvoort

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38:08

Back At Base S2: 1. Opportunity Of A Lifetime

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2025/01/22

There are just 10 races left to go in the 2024 Formula 1 season - the longest season in the sport’s history with 24 grands prix. In this final phase of the season, both Championships - for the world’s best racing driver and team - are still up for grabs. At McLaren headquarters, in the commuter town of Woking just 23 miles outside London, the team is stirring again after the summer shutdown. The historic race team hit form before the summer holidays and has propelled itself into title contention

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1:34

Coming Soon – S2: How To Go Racing

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2025/01/17

In this eight-part series, hosted by actor Josh Hartnett, we have been given unprecedented access to two of the most famous names in Formula 1 - McLaren and Aston Martin. These teams are unlocking the doors to their top-secret factories. It’s a critical moment in their season, but they are letting inside as they fight to the finish line in the final 10 races of 2024. With F1 experts Sarah Holt and Holly Samos as our guides, we will meet the workforce driving them forwards from the heart of their

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56:34

Christmas Crackers 2024

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2024/12/16

Jennie Gow, Harry Benjamin, Jolyon Palmer and Andrew Benson look back on the 2024 F1 season, with the help of some special guests and some Christmas crackers! Where does Max Verstappen rank among the greats of the sport after winning his fourth world title? Can Lando Norris challenge next season? And will Ferrari be regretting replacing Carlos Sainz with Lewis Hamilton? Plus, we discuss Alpine’s revival, Williams’ struggles, and we give our moments of the season.

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20:04

BONUS: Fernando Alonso Special

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2024/12/11

Two-time F1 world champion Fernando Alonso sits down for an in-depth chat with BBC F1 correspondent, Andrew Benson. Alonso speaks about his season with Aston Martin, the addition of Adrian Newey to the team and whether that will make them more competitive in 2025 and 2026. Plus, Alonso talks about his dreams of winning a third world title.

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33:15

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Review

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2024/12/08

Jennie and the team reflect on McLaren winning the constructor's title. They hear from Zac Brown, Andrea Stella, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

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26:30

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix qualifying review

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2024/12/07

Jennie and the team look back at the final qualifying session of the season. They hear from the two McLaren drivers who will be hoping to secure their first constructors title since 1998. We also hear from Carlos Sainz who starts from third, and Nico Hulkenberg and Valtteri Bottas who both had good days.

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37:57

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix preview

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2024/12/05

Andrew Benson and Scott Mitchell-Malm join Jennie to look ahead to the race. They discuss the ongoing spat between Max Verstappen and George Russell and hear from both drivers. Toto Wolff pays tribute to Lewis Hamilton ahead of his final race with Mercedes. And Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc talk about the constructor’s title and what it would mean to both teams.

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35:41

Qatar Grand Prix Review

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2024/12/01

Rosanna Tennant, McLaren Formula E driver Sam Bird, BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson, and Harry Benjamin react to a busy Qatar GP that was dominated by penalties and punctures. Race winner Max Verstappen gives his thoughts after yet another assured drive, while we also hear from Charles Leclerc, Oscar Piastri and a disappointed Lando Norris, who was one of a number of drivers penalised in the race.

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36:05

Qatar Grand Prix Sprint & Qualifying Review

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2024/11/30

Rosanna Tennant, McLaren Formula E driver Sam Bird, BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson, and Harry Benjamin reflect on qualifying for the Qatar GP, as well as the sprint race. The team hear from Max Verstappen, George Russell, Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton. Plus, after their last minute switch securing a one-two in the sprint, Rosanna speaks with McLaren team principal Andrea Stella.

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57:20

Qatar Grand Prix Preview

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2024/11/29

Rosanna Tennant, former McLaren mechanic Marc Priestley, BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson, and Harry Benjamin take a more considered look at Max Verstappen’s fourth world title, as well as preview the Qatar GP. The team hear from the Dutchman and Lando Norris. Plus, who will come out on top in the constructors’ championship? A disappointed Lewis Hamilton gives his views after sprint qualifying, and Rosanna chats to Abbi Pulling, with the Brit on the verge of clinching the F1 Academy title.

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35:09

Las Vegas Grand Prix review

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2024/11/24

Alice and Harry join Rosanna to look back at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. They reflect on a special evening that saw Max Verstappen claim his fourth world title. Max and his Red Bull boss Christian Horner are on the pod. And we discuss the race and hear from the top three finishers.

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30:21

Las Vegas Grand Prix Qualifying Review

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2024/11/23

Harry and Alice join Rosanna to look back at qualifying from Las Vegas. They hear from the top three drivers as well as Lando Norris and Max Verstappen.

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55:05

Las Vegas Grand Prix - Verstappen Special

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2024/11/22

Andrew Benson sits down with Max Verstappen for an in depth chat. They cover an array of topics including his driving style, a tricky season for his Red Bull team and what the future may hold. Along with the rest of the BBC F1 team, they look ahead to the weekend and hear from Kevin Magnussen.

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29:28

Las Vegas Grand Prix preview

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2024/11/21

Rosanna and the team look ahead to this weekend’s race. They discuss the championship permutations and debate whether Verstappen will win his fourth title here. We hear from Verstappen and his title rival Lando Norris. And they ask what is going on at the FIA after race director Niels Wittich was removed from his role.

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39:00

São Paulo Grand Prix review

F1: Chequered Flag ·

2024/11/03

Harry and the team look back at a dramatic race from Interlagos. Max Verstappen tells us of his surprise at going from P17 to race win. Did McLaren once again make a strategy blunder? We hear from Norris after he finished sixth. And the two Alpine drivers are on the pod after they took the two remaining podium places.

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