Bahrain GP REVIEW: OSCAR, Drama & A Furious Paddock Showdown
The F1 chaos is already in full swing and this week on Paddock 43, we’re diving into everything that went down at the Bahrain Grand Prix.From Oscar Piastri’s standout drive to Carlos Sainz’s brutal DNF and grid penalty, we’re breaking down all the big race moments – including Nico Hülkenberg’s bizarre disqualification saga that had fans scratching their heads.Off-track, George Russell secures a fresh two-year deal, Jackie Stewart gets emotional in his 1973 title-winning car, and Verstappen’s manager is spotted in a furious confrontation with Helmut Marko after the race. Yep, it’s all kicking off.We also chat fan stage moments, Antonelli’s viral jacket, and wrap things up with our Green Flag/Red Flag segment and the Random Moment of the Week.If you love F1 gossip, race recaps and a bit of chaos, this one’s for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Carlos Sainz Fined €20K for This?! Japan GP Recap from Our Nissan Qashqai Studio
We’re back in our roving podcast studio in the iconic Nissan Qashqai E-Power — with a full recap of the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix. While the race itself wasn’t one for the history books, we’re still buzzing after our electric viewing party at The Orrong Hotel. Pat dives into the wild world of Lawrence Stroll’s luxury yacht in Pat’s Social Corner, and we break down the bizarre reason Carlos Sainz was slapped with a €20,000 fine after missing the national anthem (spoiler: it’s actually hilarious). From grid penalties to gossip, this episode has everything you didn’t know you needed post-Suzuka. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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P43 BONUS: Inside the F1 Chaos - Luke Smith on Journalism, Ethics & the Future of the Sport
What really goes on behind the scenes in F1? We sit down with top motorsport journalist Luke Smith, fresh off the release of his new book, On The Grid, to get the inside scoop on life as an F1 journalist. From navigating team politics to uncovering the truth in a sport where ethics can be questionable, Luke shares what it takes to cover Formula 1 at the highest level.We also dive into:-The chaos of travelling the F1 calendar-The must-read moments from On The Grid-How journalists handle tough ethical dilemmas in the paddock-The future of F1: sustainability, gender equality & real change-Where to grab Luke's book!If you're an F1 fan who loves the real stories behind the paddock, this episode is unmissable. Hit play now!Get your copy of On The Grid #F1 #Formula1 #F1Journalist #LukeSmith #OnTheGrid #F1News #F1BehindTheScenes #Motorsport #F1Podcast #F1Ethics #F1Sustainability #F1Travel #F1Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Japan GP Preview in the Nissan Z Nismo
We're back on the road for this special episode, recording straight from the Nissan Z Nismo during an action-packed 24-hour trip! We get stuck into the latest Red Bull drama, say goodbye to Liam and hello again to Yuki, and, of course, chat through some juicy paddock gossip. But the main event? Our Japan Grand Prix preview—what to expect, our predictions and why this race is always a fan favourite.Buckle up, it's a good one! 🎧#Paddock43 #F1 #JapanGP #RedBull #NissanZ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5 Winners and 5 Losers - China GP
This week on Paddock 43, we kick things off with the latest F1 news, including a tribute to Eddie Jordan, the return of F1 Academy (plus our two Aussie debuts we’ll be keeping an eye on), and an interesting take on the drama about Helmut Marko's questionable comments and how this ties into the relationship between Toto and Kimi. Plus, in Social Corner, Alexandra Saint Mliuex steals the show at the China GP with her killer paddock outfits.Then, it's all about the China Grand Prix Sprint Weekend! Lewis Hamilton took Ferrari’s first sprint win and Oscar took the race win! Followed by a savage disqualification for 3 drivers.🏎️ Liam Lawson’s shocker in qualifying🏎️ Hadjar & Antonelli —rookies on the rise?🏎️ Jack Doohan’s future—should he be worried?🏎️ Max’s comments on Lawson—fair or ruthless?🏎️ Leclerc missing half a front wing… and still flying?!🏎️ Alonso’s back-to-back DNFs—time to call it quits?Don't miss this jam-packed episode! 🎙️🔥 #Paddock43 #F1 #ChineseGP #Ferrari #McLaren #OscarPiastri #LiamLawson #Alonso #F1Academy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43 – The Formula 1 Podcast That Keeps It Real! 🏎️💨If you love F1 drama, race breakdowns, driver gossip, and unfiltered opinions, you’re in the right place! Paddock 43 is your go-to podcast for everything happening on and off the track.🚥 What You’ll Get Every Week:✅ Race Recaps & Analysis – Who dominated, who bottled it, and what it means for the championship.✅ Breaking F1 News & Rumours – Driver transfers, team drama, FIA chaos—nothing’s off-limits.✅ F1 Lifestyle & Behind-the-Scenes – From team principals to race engineers, we break it all down.✅ Hot Takes & Debate Segments – lets get controversial 🎙️ Hosted by Elle & Pat – Two Diehard F1 Fans Who Tell It Like It Is!Unlike other F1 podcasts, we bring the energy, the humour, and the unfiltered takes—just like chatting F1 with your best mates.📌 New episodes EVERY WEEK covering:🏆 Post-Race Analysis – Breaking down every Grand Prix from lights out to chequered flag.🔥 Pre-Race Hype & Predictions – Who’s looking strong, who’s struggling, and which storylines to watch.🚨 Off-Track F1 News – Transfers, contracts, team politics, FIA rule changes—nothing gets past us.🔔 Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode! 🔔💬 Join the Paddock 43 Community:📲 Follow us on Instagram & TikTok (@Paddock43Podcast) for BTS, F1 Memes, Live Q&As, and Breaking News Updates.🎤 Got a question or F1 hot take? Drop it in the comments—we might feature it in the next episode!🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube – Hit that follow button so you never miss a race-week recap!🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43—where F1 meets the fans. Let’s race! 🏎️💨@ellebaillieu | @Patriciavalerimellior Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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