Breaking down each race of the Formula One season, F1 Breakdown offers a fresh American perspective from the Motor City and helps bridge the gap between the drama of Drive to Survive and the thrill of the actual races. This is the perfect place for newer fans of the sport and with nearly 20 years of combined F1 experience between the hosts, even the seasoned veteran will learn something new! Either way, you're sure to be entertained by the healthy mix of details and derails that make up the formula of F1 Breakdown!
Episode 16 - Singapore: Sainz Shines Under the Bright Lights
Carlos Sainz! Ferrari! Someone had to finally end Red Bull's historic streak and somehow, it was the Red team. The 2023 Singapore GP was the most boring 50 laps of the year, followed by the most exciting 12 laps of the year, all culminating in the best race of the year (for the race win). Derek and Reid point out the highlights and lowlights by providing their driver of the day and Breakdown of the weekend, while also explaining why getting a tow is great in qualifying but not so great in the race.
4 Sept 2023
Episode 15 - Italy: Ferrari Engines and Tifosi Turned up To 11
Carlos Sainz fought for his life at the Temple of Speed, with two Raging Bulls behind him. Was Max able to set the all-time record and achieve 10 wins in a row? Was Ferrari able to keep both cars on the podium? What about Alex Albon and that slippery Williams? Derek and Reid talk about the 2023 Italian GP and share their Breakdown of the week, along with driver of the day picks.
1 Sept 2023
Episode 14 - Netherlands: The Flyin' Dutchman
The Netherlands GP could have been a snooze-fest but some wild weather throughout the weekend woke the teams up and got everyone excited to have F1 back from summer break. Max did his thing, tying unthinkable F1 records but beyond that, there was plenty of drama as drivers dove into the pits from lap one onward. Derek and Reid provide some silly season discussion and Breakdown the 2023 Dutch GP, along with their driver of the day votes.
31 Jul 2023
Episode 13 - Belgium: Spa Super Max
The Flyin' Dutchman roars through the front of the grid at Spa on Sunday (the first of his back-to-back home races), but what else happened on this super long weekend? McLaren looked great on Saturday but highly suspect on Sunday. Was this down to a simple choice in downforce levels? Did they pull a Ferrari here? Derek and Reid Breakdown the 2023 Belgium GP, provide their choice for Breakdown of the week, and dish out their driver of the day awards.
26 Jul 2023
Episode 12 - Hungary: History Histrionics
Was Red Bull able to make Formula 1 history or was the hot orange McLaren able to hold on to their 35-year-old record? Derek and Reid Breakdown the 2023 Hungarian GP and do so while sitting in the same room for the first time ever while recording the show. Did it make it better? Not really. Tune in to find out who got driver of the day and who failed miserably and earned the Breakdown of the week. We also give a short technical description on why drivers end the race with tons of melted rubber bits on their tires.
12 Jul 2023
Episode 11 - Britain: McLaren?!
McLaren take a surprise P2 and P3 in qualifying but did they have actual race pace as well? Derek and Reid cover the 2023 British GP and give their Breakdown of the week along with their drivers of the day. They also provide a brief technical breakdown of the ERS system and how the overtake button works, as used to perfection by Lando while defending Lewis in the Battle of Britain.
6 Jul 2023
Episode 10 - Austria: Read Between The Lines
This week at the Red Bull Ring we have a surprise guest as Reid is off on Vacation. Instead of the Cuddy Cousins coming at you, we will have the Cuddy brothers as Derek's brother Ryan fills in.
21 Jun 2023
Episode 9 - Canada: Podium of Champions
34 Total Championships and 376 Race Wins stood on the podium of the 2023 Canadian GP. Derek and Reid cover another exciting, rainy qualifying followed by an incredible race as two former teammates-turned-enemies battled for second place. Alex Albon (spoiler) earned the driver of the day from both of us, the first time that's happened this year. We also discuss the best ways to watch a race when you know who's going to win it and offer up our Breakdown of the week. Join us, for Detroit's closest Grand Prix geographically.
5 Jun 2023
Episode 8 - Spain: Hometown Pain, Sidepods Gain
Two home heroes are beaten to the podium by a pair of fresh sidepods from Germany. Derek and Reid cover the 2023 Spanish GP and give their Breakdown of the week. Listen to find out if Ferrari escaped their usual dishonorable mention and learn a bit about the structure within an F1 team during our Technical Breakdown segment. We also preview the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix and give a brief shout out to the Detroit IndyCar race.
1 Jun 2023
Episode 7 - Monaco: Race Saturday, Rain Sunday
F1's only Saturday 'race' didn't disappoint after an incredible qualifying showdown setup Sunday hopes for Fernando Alonso's first win in over a decade. Was he able to make it happen? Were the right strategy calls made when the rain started to fall? Derek and Reid discuss the 2023 Monaco GP and offer up their respective Breakdown of the week, alongside a technical breakdown of the wet-weather tires and when to use them (hint: not the way Haas did).
9 May 2023
Episode 6 - Miami: Hotline Bling
A Sprint Race within the Miami Grand Prix as Max rushed to catch Checo. Mixed strategies gave mixed results but better racing. Derek and Reid cover the 2023 Miami GP and share their Breakdown of the week while providing a technical overview of qualifying banker laps. The flashiness of the Miami GP was out in full force: weird golf carts, celebrities, stadiums, boats on wooden stands--and the classic, fake water--but at least the drivers weren't forced to wear football helmets. Tune in to hear who stayed on that superhot racing line and which drivers drifted a millimeter off and into the barriers!
2 May 2023
Episode 5 - Azerbaijan: Street Fighters Battle for the Castle
Much ado about nothing? The weekend schedule was action-packed but were the races? Derek and Reid Breakdown the 2023 Azerbaijan GP. We also share our Breakdown of the week and give a brief technical overview of the Red Bull Triple DRS, which sent Checo and Max rocketing past all challengers on the streets of Baku.
17 Apr 2023
Episode 4 - Logan's Run: A Sargeant's Rise Through the Ranks
A spotlight on Logan Sargeant's rise through the ranks of motorsport, coverage of the (canceled) Chinese GP, our gut feelings on head-to-head teammate battles this season, and our favorite helmets of the year so far. Listen in to learn about the first American F1 driver in nearly two decades, and why we think he's got a shot at history. Derek and Reid also compare their picks for which driver will come out on top for each team, with two or three of them a lot tougher than the rest!
3 Apr 2023
Episode 3 - Australia: All Red Flags, No Red Cars
The tale of two races: a quiet, pressure-cooker of a contest bookended by multiple safety cars and dramatic restarts. Derek and Reid Breakdown the 2023 Australian GP. Tune in to find out who earned the Breakdown of the week, learn some important facts about safety cars and red flags, and get a glimpse into the upcoming Sprint race in Azerbaijan.
20 Mar 2023
Episode 2 - Saudi Arabia: Alonso's Dramatic Fight for 100
Alonso pushes for his 100th podium only to be robbed by the FIA. Or was he? Derek and Reid Breakdown the 2023 Saudi Arabia GP. Tune in to hear who earned the Breakdown of the week, learn a bit about Pit Boards, and get a glimpse into the champion's mentality, from two non-champions.
7 Mar 2023
Episode 1 - Bahrain Breakdown: Ferrari Earns the Honors
Derek and Reid cover the 2023 Bahrain GP. Tune in to find out who impressed, who earned the Breakdown of the week, and who had the best wrist injury recovery!
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