F1: Chequered Flag Podcast
F1 Chequered Flag offers expert analysis of every race, with exclusive insight into every twist and turn of the F1 season.
F1 Chequered Flag from the BBC offers expert analysis of every F1 race, with exclusive insight into every twist and turn of the F1 season. Each episode brings you in-depth race reviews, breaking down the strategies that shape each Grand Prix and the key players making headlines. Hear from F1 stars like Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris and the bosses of powerhouse teams like Red Bull, Mercedes, Ferrari and McLaren. Plus keep up to speed on the cars and tactics changing the game. Stay tuned for the latest F1 updates, straight from the track. F1 Chequered Flag: Home of Formula 1. Subscribe for the latest F1 updates, straight from the track.
Episodes to download
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Chequered Flag Extra: F1 in Africa, Gasly on Alpine & Palmowski’s title dream
Yesterday
Alisha Palmowski discusses her title hopes. Pierre Gasly reflects on Alpine’s progress.
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Singapore GP Review: Who would shine under the lights?
Sunday
Could Verstappen convert pole to victory & would Antonelli edge closer to the title?
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Singapore GP Saturday Review: Sprint chaos & who would take pole?
Last Saturday
Could Max Verstappen continue his fine form and take victory in the Singapore sprint?
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Singapore GP Preview: Software, Sprints & Penalties
Last Thursday
Software bugs, Russell’s penalty & a sprint weekend dominate the build-up in Singapore.
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Bahrain GP in Malaysia Review: Chaos at Sepang!
Sun 4 Oct 2026
The team sum up the delays, drama and dominance in Malaysia.
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Bahrain GP in Malaysia Quali Review: Verstappen v Hamilton Reignited?
Sat 3 Oct 2026
Will we get a repeat of Verstappen & Hamilton’s epic 2021 battle into turn one at Sepang?
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Bahrain GP in Malaysia Preview: Antonelli’s mindset, Piastri’s struggles & who wins in Sepang?
Wed 30 Sep 2026
Can Antonelli bounce back from his Baku blip or is Russell still in the title fight?
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Azerbaijan GP Review: Vettel Gives His Verdict
Sat 26 Sep 2026
Four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel joins the pod to give his verdict on the race.
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Azerbaijan GP Quali Review: Drama for Russell and Antonelli
Fri 25 Sep 2026
The team review a mixed day for the two Mercedes drivers.
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Azerbaijan GP Preview: Can Kimi Conquer Baku?
Wed 23 Sep 2026
Can Antonelli extend his championship lead as F1 heads to Baku this weekend?
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Chequered Flag Extra: Verstappen vs 100 Go-Karts
Thu 17 Sep 2026
We give you a flavour from Silverstone as Max Verstappen attempts a unique challenge!
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Spanish GP Review: VSC or not to VSC
Sun 13 Sep 2026
Harry Benjamin, Alice Powell and Rebecca Clancy look back on the Spanish Grand Prix.
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Spanish GP Quali Review: A ‘Gorgeous’ Lap To Seal Pole
Sat 12 Sep 2026
Harry Benjamin & Alice Powell review qualifying ahead of the Spanish GP.
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Max Verstappen Special
Fri 11 Sep 2026
Max Verstappen sits down with Andrew Benson for an exclusive interview.
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Spanish GP Preview: Hola Madrid!
Thu 10 Sep 2026
Jennie, Andrew and Jolyon look ahead to the new Spanish GP in Madrid.
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Italian GP Review: History at Monza!
Sun 6 Sep 2026
Harry and the team react to a dramatic and memorable Italian Grand Prix.
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Italian GP Quali Review: Magnificent Monza Delivers Huge Shock
Sat 5 Sep 2026
The team react to qualifying at the Italian GP where a huge shock was on the cards.
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Italian GP Preview: Ferrari & Antonelli Bring Monza Heat
Thu 3 Sep 2026
The team discuss Ferrari's dreams, Antonelli's charge and the fight for victory at Monza.
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Chequered Flag Extra: F1 Super Subs & the Home Grand Prix Curse
Thu 27 Aug 2026
Harry Benjamin & Nicola Hume explore F1's home race curse & memorable super sub drivers.
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Dutch GP Race Review: Norris goes back-to-back
Sun 23 Aug 2026
Jennie and the team reflect on the race in Zandvoort as Norris makes it back-to-back wins
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Dutch GP Qualifying Review: George & Lando Shine Beside The Seaside
Sat 22 Aug 2026
Kai Bachini is joined by Marc Priestley to look back a busy day in Zandvoort
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Dutch GP Preview: Max Re-signs at Red Bull
Thu 20 Aug 2026
Jennie and the team react to Max Verstappen’s new Red Bull deal
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Drifting Ferraris, Kimi Raikkonen Pranks and Supercar Collections
Thu 13 Aug 2026
Harry Benjamin and Becky Evans judge the F1 grid’s car collections.
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Chequered Flag Extra: Mid-Term Report
Thu 6 Aug 2026
Harry Benjamin & the team reflect on the first half of the season, parents evening style!
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Chequered Flag Extra: School’s out for summer
Fri 31 Jul 2026
Harry Benjamin & Nicola Hume dive into F1’s silly season.
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Hungarian GP Review: Brilliant Budapest
Sun 26 Jul 2026
The BBC F1 team reflect on a dramatic, action-packed Hungarian GP.
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Hungarian GP Quali Review: Penalties & Surprises in Budapest
Sat 25 Jul 2026
Harry Benjamin and Alice Powell react to a dramatic qualifying at the Hungarian GP.
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Hungarian GP Preview: Who will take momentum into summer break?
Thu 23 Jul 2026
Straight from Belgium, we’re in Hungary for the last race before the summer break.
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Belgian GP Race Review: A Tale of Two Mercedes
Sun 19 Jul 2026
Harry, Sam and Rebecca dissect a dramatic race at Spa
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Belgian GP Qualifying Review: To Tow or Not to Tow?
Sat 18 Jul 2026
Harry and Sam look back at qualifying from Spa
