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The Downshift AU Podcast

The DownShift Podcast

It"s lights out, drop the clutch and lets get RACING!!! Join Huppy, Lachy, Schwags and KT, four Aussie mates passionate about motorsports as they talk all Formula One leading into each race and reviewing the thrills, spills and drama following. Join the statistician, the straight man, the joker and the newbie (you can decide who"s who) for tongue in cheek banter as we reflect on the events, the personalities and the moments that make us go ooh and ah, and sometimes wake the house in the middle of

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00:42:17

Silverstone - Hulkenberg's triumphant podium, harsh...

The Downshift AU Podcast ·

2025/07/08

What a difference the rain makes at the Silverstone Grand Prix.From accurate weather predictions from Lachie, our resident weather expert to the performance of key drivers like Max Verstappen, Oscar Piastri, and Lando Norris.From a race weekend that was awash with contract rumors surrounding Max Verstappen and question marks hovering around the future of George Russell moving into a race that saw more tyre and position changes than a barnyard dance.As a tough penalty puts Oscar Piastri into 2nd

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00:36:16

Our F1 Movie Review and Silverstone Grand Prix Preview!

The Downshift AU Podcast ·

2025/07/02

As three quarters of the team review the F1 Movie released in cinemas this week. The Hollywood tale of Sonny Hayes, the washed up has been who seeks redemption in a last ditch bid for a failing F1 team and Team Owner's last chance to seek glory in the greatest show on earth.The team also preview the upcoming Qatar Airways British Grand Prix at the iconic Silverstone raceway where F1 began 75 years ago.Lewis Hamilton campaigns for his 10th win at his home Grand Prix as the battle for World Champion

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00:37:59

Austrian Grand Prix - Piastri & Norris's battle,...

The Downshift AU Podcast ·

2025/06/30

The team review the Austrian Grand Prix, discussing the technical issues faced during the race, the impressive performance of McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, and the impact of Ferrari's upgrades. The discussion also touches on the challenges faced by Max Verstappen and Red Bull, the importance of communication and strategy within teams as communication with the pit wall continues to be a challenge for Lewis Hamilton.Not a great weekend for the team at Williams. While a number of

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00:45:08

Austrian Grand Prix Preview - Lights, camera, action,...

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2025/06/24

Formula one takes us to a track that always delivers action and drama as we edge closer to the middle of the season with McLaren dominating the Constructors Championship and their driver come off a bit of a tussle that saw Lando Norris finishing worse for wear.The DownShift team continue to discuss the controversies from the Canadian Grand Prix and preview the upcoming Austrian Grand Prix. Analyzing the performance of teams and drivers, delving into the dynamics between teammates, particularly

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00:44:54

Oh Canada - Race Review - McLaren Collision,...

The Downshift AU Podcast ·

2025/06/17

The team review the recent racing events, briefly mentioning Ferrari's victory at the Le Mans 24 Hours, Shane Van Gisbergen's win in NASCAR before moving onto Mercedes' dominance at the Canadian Grand Prix. McLaren's team dynamics are under scrutiny of Lando Norris's rookie error that impacted the race outcome and any chances McLaren may have had at a podium.George Russell is proving to be a consistent performer for Mercedes without a contract for 2026 and beyond.And the team

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00:38:51

2025 Canadian Grand Prix Preview - Driver Standings,...

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2025/06/10

In this episode, we discuss the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix and the Le Mans 24 Hours, analyzing the current driver standings and team performances in Formula One. We delve into the dynamics of Red Bull and Ferrari, the impressive performance of McLaren, and the implications of Lance Stroll's injury on Aston Martin's strategy. We also explore the potential return of Valtteri Bottas and the competitive landscape of the Constructors' Championship, with Ferrari and Mercedes vying for

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00:42:26

2025 Spanish Grand Prix - Tire strategies, driver...

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2025/06/02

The team review the Spanish Grand Prix following an exciting start, with 47 laps providing some good overtaking until Kimi Antonelli brought out the safety car leading to Max Verstappen's controversial incident with George Russell, and the implications of penalties in the championship standings. Fernando Alonso brings home his first points for the season while his team make has to bail out due to wrist complaints. From the dynamics of tire strategies throughout the race and the evolving

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00:18:34

GRAN PREMIO DE ESPANA 2025 - Will fortune favour the...

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2025/05/28

Preview of the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix, reflecting on the previous year's race.Spain see the introduction of stiffer regulations on the wing setup for teams addressing the whole FLEXI WING scandal and whether these technical changes could impact performance. Sharing our predictions for the race, highlighting key drivers and teams to watch, and wrap up with final thoughts on the excitement surrounding the event.

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00:34:50

Monaco Grand Prix Review - All the yawns, pit stops...

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2025/05/26

The team review the recent Monaco Grand Prix, discussing the race's lack of excitement, the impact of pit stop strategies, and the performances of various drivers. They delve into the challenges faced during qualifying, the importance of tire management, and the communication issues within Ferrari. The conversation also touches on post-race interactions among teams and predictions for future races, emphasizing the need for more engaging formats to enhance the viewer experience.

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00:16:22

Monaco Grand Prix - History, cliff hangers and strategy

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2025/05/21

The DownShift team preview the Monaco Grand Prix, discussing its history, iconic moments, dramatic crashes and legendary laps.Unique challenges of the street circuit that has delivered dramatic crashes and legendary laps in a race that polarizing track among fans who love or hate it.Thoughts on the compulsory two-stop strategy, and how sponsorship deals in F1 are skyrocketing, reflecting the sport's growing popularity.Rounding out the episode by catching up on the results of their previous race

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00:30:28

Emilia-Romagna Review - Oh God, Oh God, Oh God!!!

The Downshift AU Podcast ·

2025/05/19

Analyzing key moments, driver performances, and team strategies. How Aston Martin made it into Q3 then completely stuffed it up while Ferrari completely stuffed up qualifying and then redeemed themselves in the race.The influence of safety cars as Max Verstappen takes his second win of the season and a driver swap brings the McLaren drivers closer together on championship points for no good reason.

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00:16:48

Emilia-Romagna (Imola) GP Preview - Race predictions,...

The Downshift AU Podcast ·

2025/05/14

Delving into the upcoming Formula One race at the Imola circuit. Discussing unique characteristics of the track, including its elevation changes and technical challenges, as well as the implications of weather on race strategy. Touching on Ferrari's performance expectations and the importance of driver confidence.Predictions for the race with 4 different Pole Predictions!!!!

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00:48:16

The DownShift Report Card grades team performance,...

The Downshift AU Podcast ·

2025/05/12

The Downshift team review the first quarter of the Formula One season, discussing team performances, leadership changes, and future outlooks. Providing grades for each team based on their performance, highlighting Alpine's struggles, McLaren's impressive start, and the challenges faced by Red Bull and Ferrari. The conversation also touches on the unexpected improvement of Williams and the future focus of Haas and Racing Bulls as they prepare for upcoming seasons.McLaren's Phase Change

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00:23:14

New Entrants to F1 for 2026 - Audi & Cadillac join...

The Downshift AU Podcast ·

2025/05/07

The grid expands in 2026 as Cadillac joins F1 and Audi take over Stake Kick Sauber in the 2026 season. The team delve into Cadillac's significant investment and the challenges they face as a new team, including driver lineup speculations and the strategic decision to use Ferrari engines initially. Audi's entry as a works team, developing their own engine and the advantages or disadvantages they have by taking over an existing team.

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00:25:40

Miami 2025 Race Review - McLaren Dominance and...

The Downshift AU Podcast ·

2025/05/05

Huppy, Lachy, Schwags and KT review the Miami Grand Prix, discussing McLaren's dominance, Oscar Piastri's impressive performance, Ferrari's strategic missteps, and Kimi Antonelli's performance after only 6 races in Formula 1. Delving into race dynamics, the push to turn one controversies, and share the results of their predictions for the race, reflecting on the current season standings.

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00:32:12

Miami Grand Prix race preview - Tyre strategies,...

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2025/04/29

The DownShift team preview the upcoming Miami Grand Prix, discussing the track's characteristics, overtaking challenges, and tire strategies. They analyze team performances, particularly focusing on McLaren and Aston Martin, and make predictions for the race while considering the implications for the championship. The conversation also touches on potential weather impacts and the dynamics between drivers within teams.

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00:27:51

Oscar Piastri's Rise and Pressure on Lando to...

The Downshift AU Podcast ·

2025/04/23

Focusing on Oscar Piastri's impressive performance and the competitive dynamics at McLaren. The team delve into the influence of Mark Webber on Piastri, the pressure on Lando Norris, and the importance of mental toughness in racing. The conversation also covers the current driver standings, and the situation at Red Bull with thoughts on the current driver challenge and constructors championship impact.Wrapping up with a discussion on Super License penalty points and who needs to be a little more

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00:27:53

Jeddah Grand Prix - RACE REVIEW - Driver...

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2025/04/21

Review of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, discussing key incidents, driver performances, and the impact of race strategy. They analyze the qualifying rounds, the commentary provided during the race, and the dynamics between drivers and teams. The conversation also touches on future races and predictions for the championship standings, highlighting the competitive nature of Formula 1.

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00:24:34

Jeddah 2025 Preview - Car setup, tyre strategy,...

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2025/04/16

Preview of the upcoming Jeddah Grand Prix, discussing the track's characteristics, car setups, and the performance expectations for teams like Ferrari and McLaren. Delving into the dynamics between rookie drivers and established stars, while also making predictions for the race.

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00:27:58

2025 Bahrain Grand Prix Review - Race analysis,...

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2025/04/14

From race start, to battling technical difficulties, driver performances, and team dynamics. The team analyse the controversies surrounding the race, the somewhat return of Ferrari's performance, and the promising performances of rookie drivers.Wrapping up with how well the team did with our predictions.

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