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LawVS - The Ladder Man

Whimsical tales from my attic regarding the world of Formula 1. I am LawVS, an F1 enthusiast of 25 years, who wishes to share my thoughts and opinions regarding the world of Formula One; all straight from the surrounds of my loft...come join me on our official Patreon to further climb the ladder @ https://patreon.com/lawvsIntro: "Ladder Man" by Suns of Fire - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9S6BpPjVU2M Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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22:20

Red Bull Hits Pause on Its Driver Shakeup

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2025/10/23

Red Bull is pressing pause on its 2026 driver call.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsGet 15% off at the Castore Official website with my special link: https://glnk.io/ryj2p/lawrence #AdCastoreAffMax Verstappen’s resurgence has shifted priorities, which means Helmut Marko’s once imminent meeting has cooled while the team chases points for both squads. That puts Yuki Tsunoda’s steady climb under a brighter light with Lawson and Hadjar still very much in frame. Corporate

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22:49

McLaren Thought It Was Over. Then Red Bull Did THIS

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2025/10/22

Red Bull may have cracked it grip-wise...and McLaren aren't doing a thing about it. Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsRed Bull’s RB21 has gone from a pity case to a true contender, or even the fastest car on the grid right now. The clues and experts point to a smarter way of running the car lower without incurring the wrath of the FIA. As a result, Max Verstappen has cut Oscar Piastri’s lead by two thirds and outscored both McLaren drivers since August. Under Laurent

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27:33

The 2025 F1 Mexican Grand Prix Preview & PREDICTIONS

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2025/10/21

Altitude, politics and outright pace collide around Mexico's F1 race.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsThe Mexico City GP for 2025 sets the stage for a season-defining weekend with Red Bull weighing its 2026 seats and Yuki Tsunoda staking a stronger claim after a composed run last time out. FP1 will play host to many young hopefuls and test dirivers plus the Alpine team-order fallout that has fans aflutter continues. Who do I predict will maeke the top 5 this weekend?#f1

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28:45

The 2025 F1 United States Grand Prix WINNERS & LOSERS

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2025/10/20

Max Verstappen put the championship on notice at COTA as McLaren blinked and Ferrari bit back.Climb the ladder with me over on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsThe 2025 F1 United States Grand Prix at Austin was a heat-soaked pressure test that reset the title tone with Red Bull's Verstappen now just 40 points behind title-leader Oscar Piastri. Red Bull’s “strongest weekend in a long while,” was evident as Yuki Tsunoda scoring in both races showed. Ferrari looked composed as Charles Leclerc’s bold

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23:59

Lando Norris Faces 'Repercussions' Within McLaren

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2025/10/17

Lando Norris says there were 'repercussions' of his move on Oscar Piastri...could that change the course of the 2025 championship?Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsNorris confirms he was held accountable internally for the Singapore contact while Piastri backs that up. The FIA called it a racing incident. as did McLaren initially...but now no more. What could those 'repercussions' likely mean in practice for McLaren and Lando? Why were they not there at the Canadian Grand

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23:10

George Russell’s Deal Confirms Mercedes Empire Is...

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2025/10/16

Mercedes just confirmed Russell and Antonelli for 2026 only.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsMercedes has locked in George Russell and Kimi Antonelli for 2026...but with no overt commitments beyond the regulation reset. The clearest signal yet that the 2027 driver market is wide open. Unlike other teams who proudly shout long-term deals, such as Pierre Gasly with his 2028 Alpine deal. The “pairing” language hints at stability without permanence, confidence theatre

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23:38

Mick Schumacher Makes IndyCar Look Legit Again

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2025/10/15

Mick Schumacher's F1 alternative test went well...in fact...it looks suspiciously good.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsAfter years of battling F1 politics and proving his talent in endurance racing, Mick Schumacher is now stepping into IndyCar. His recent test with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing may have been more than a simple publicity stunt a genuine audition, funded and supported by the team and Honda themselves. Mick’s performance has caught serious attention by

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29:21

The 2025 F1 United States Grand Prix Preview &...

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2025/10/14

McLaren head into Austin under a cloud whilst Haas are the literal stars of the sho.wClimb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsGet 15% off at the Castore Official website with my special link: https://glnk.io/ryj2p/lawrence #AdCastoreAffHaas’s Texas-themed livery is the star attraction as the latest chatter linking Christian Horner to Ferrari comes back around...and it's sticking more than ever. Who are my picks for the top 5 around the Circuit of the Americas as well as those

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23:56

Max Verstappen Smells Blood in McLaren’s Chaos

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2025/10/13

McLaren might be walking straight into Max Verstappen's trap...and long-time supporter Mario Andretti did not help their cause.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsMax Verstappen (and maybe George Russell) is turning the tables on McLaren’s title charge and Lando Norris suddenly finds himself under more pressure than ever. Perhaps left to his own destiny amidst massive scrutiny aimed at the McLaren pitwall. As Red Bull refines its car and Verstappen sharpens his focus,

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23:25

Red Bull’s Quiet Gamble That Could Change Everything

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2025/10/10

Red Bull is playing the long game in F1 and it might keep Max Verstappen with them. Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsGet 15% off at the Castore Official website with my special link: https://glnk.io/ryj2p/lawrence #adcastoreaff Laurent Mekies has Red Bull focusing on developing, not causing drama...or at least drama OFF-TRACK. The team is stacking targeted updates, front wing ones especially, to be ready in time for 2026 when it comes to the grind of developing future

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22:41

Aston Martin REJECTS Christian Horner’s $100,000,000...

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2025/10/09

Aston Martin slams the door on Christian Horner’s reported $100M bid for control.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsChristian Horner’s most speculated path back to the pit wall hit a wall. Reports say he pitched a $100M package to Aston Martin for a stake and the CEO role, yet Andy Cowell said there are absolutely no plans for Horner in any capacity. Money wasn't the issue, it was perhaps the potential baggage that came with the man...or are Aston Martin happy with who

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24:22

Oscar Piastri to Ferrari Isn’t as Crazy as You Think

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2025/10/08

Ferrari and the Tifosi wants a louder leader and the paddock can feel it.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsFerrari’s season has turned into a hunt for authority as the SF-25’s China ousting regarding ride height exposed deeper problems which has now left Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton mere "passengers". Italy is aching for a modern Scuderia figurehead on the level of Schumacher or Lauda which has failed to materalise in 20 years in full force...Kimi Raikkonen

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23:23

The Day McLaren's Papaya Rules FINALLY Fell Apart

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2025/10/07

McLaren won the team title in Singapore...but the team looks fragile regardless.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsMcLaren’s win came with fresh contact between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri which passed without issue and a mounting perception that the pit wall tilts toward Lando. The pattern from Hungary 2024 may show how “hard racing” and team unity may be masking deeper trust issues. Despite the team achieving a major milestone given their history, Piastri's

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25:35

The 2025 F1 Singapore Grand Prix WINNERS & LOSERS

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2025/10/06

The gloves are off and McLaren might live to regret it.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsGeorge Russell owned Singapore as Mercedes nailed a no Safety Car race while McLaren locked the 2025 constructors but lit a fuse within their own garage. Lando Norris went full send on Lap 1, clipped Verstappen then brushed Piastri and the stewards called it hard racing...and the papaya rulebook looked flimsy.Momentum matters now. Mercedes trend up on warm up and straight line and

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23:19

McLaren Just Made Their Biggest Mistake Yet

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2025/10/03

Alex Dunne just walked away from McLaren...and it's made them mad!Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsMcLaren has parted ways with rookie standout Alex Dunne before the F2 season for 2025 is over. Huh? The fallout hits every corner of the grid. Dunne isn't a slowpoke either, he's in Formula 2's top 5 and ahead of all the Red Bull juniors. However, with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri locked in for years, there was obviously no room upwards...and Dunne was done waiting

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24:13

Alpine Would Be Stupid to Drop Franco Colapinto

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2025/10/02

The numbers are starting to say that Franco Colapinto deserves another go in 2026.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsFranco Colapinto replaced Jack Doohan and sits last in the standings of active drivers, yet his head-to-head with Pierre Gasly tells a different story. Tighter than it was between Gasly and Doohan and it’s coming inside a chaotic Alpine setup which is only now starting to regain some stability.There are reasons to maintain Colapinto alongside the Frenchman,

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22:52

George Russell One Step Closer to QUITTING Mercedes

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2025/10/01

Whilst Kimi Antonelli's future looks brighter, George Russell and Toto Wolff are locking horns...and neither one are backing down.Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsThe Russell vs Mercedes saga is heating up and whilst there seemingly HAS been progress...it's gotten very technical. Yes, Toto Wolff has publicly promised Kimi Antonelli a seat for 2026...verbally. On Italian TV. For now, it's not signed, sealed and delivered. Meanwhile, George Russell has gone from pushing

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27:15

The 2025 F1 Singapore Grand Prix Preview & PREDICTIONS

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2025/09/30

Singapore is always pure theatre and the latest Leclerc-Ferrari rumours are a great opening act!Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsThe 2025 Singapore Grand Prix is coming and the drama is already piling on DAYS before it. Rumours are swirling about Charles Leclerc potentially sounding out McLaren, Aston Martin and even Mercedes. With Ferrari’s performance under scrutiny, the barely mentioned condition to his contract extension is back in the news! Meanwhile, Max Verstappen

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21:36

The World Is In Love with Max Verstappen

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2025/09/29

Max Verstappen just lit up this year's title race...even if he doesn't win it himself!Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsA 22-second GT3 win in a Ferrari 296 has capped off a surging wave of fan momentum toward Max Verstappen. His recent triumph reads as pure racing freedom while McLaren’s “equal opportunity” script for Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri looks corporate. Zak Brown wants a grandstand finale...but it is becoming less and less genuine-looking.McLaren's boss is

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21:50

Red Bull’s Best Play for 2026: Do Nothing

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2025/09/26

Red Bull’s smartest play for 2026 might just be the move nobody expected...nothing!Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvsRed Bull Racing has been at the center of constant speculation...but the truth is, stability could be their greatest weapon heading into 2026. With Max Verstappen back in winning form and finally praising the team’s effort, panicked changes risk undoing the progress that has brought them back within reach of second in the Constructors. The bigger picture is

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