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April 18, 2017

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Hamilton Finally Picks A Penalty For Driving Slow

Lewis Hamilton has used ‘driving slow’ as a tactic in the past. Yes, it was at the 2016 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, where he won the race, but lost the Drivers’ Championship to Nico Rosberg. However, at the epic 2017 Bahrain Grand Prix, Hamilton was penalised for driving slow ahead of Daniel Ricciardo. The karma of the Motorsport world coming to bite Hamilton back?

Mercedes were outclassed by Ferrari in every department, tyre strategy being the most evident one. In fact, Mercedes had … See More lost out to Red Bull Racing too. The reigning World Champion need to sharpen themselves to fight external competition after years of intra-team battles. As for Ferrari, someone needs to remind them that they’ve a second car too!

After the first three races, it is appearing that positions 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 6th and 10th are already blocked for a few drivers. This means there’s fewer positions to fight for in the top 10. But for Mclaren-Honda, after being bored of DNFs, they decided to lodge a DNS!

Finally, we welcome Turkey and their Turn 8 back to Formula 1, let’s hope they get onto the calendar soon enough. We would also like to welcome back Jenson Button for his one-off appearance for Mclaren at the 2017 Monaco Grand Prix. He’s either bold or dumb to race in Monaco without any testing whatsoever. And of course, our best wishes and prayers to Billy Monger and his family. Tune in!

(Season 2017, Episode 15)

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April 10, 2017

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Have Ferrari Forgotten Team Orders?

After the incredible Chinese Grand Prix, we wondered what most Ferrari fans would’ve wondered – why did Ferrari not ask Kimi Raikkonen to move over and let Sebastian Vettel pass? Could this strategic move have altered the race result? Did this ‘no team order’ strategy blunder cost Ferrari more than their tyre strategy for Vettel?

Frankly, we’re happy that Ferrari let their drivers race. Yes, it’s unusual, but it is something that Mercedes and Red Bull Racing have been … See More doing since ages. Thank you, Ferrari. And since we’re thanking people, thank you Max Verstappen for a fantastic charge up the grid.

The Chinese Grand Prix also confirmed two things: First, we’re about to witness a closely contested season after many many many years! It’ll be a Ferrari vs. Mercedes to start with and we’re praying Red Bull Racing join the action too. Second, it’ll be Vettel vs. Hamilton battle for the Drivers’ Championship and Bottas vs. Raikkonen for the Constructors’ Championship.

In this week’s episode, our hosts look forward to the first double header racing weekend of the season. Yes, we’ll be racing in Bahrain in a few days. Should Bernie Ecclestone buy Interlagos just to have some fun with the new boys running Formula 1? Could Fernando Alonso deflect to Williams in 2018? Bye-Bye Sepang and hello Nurburgring or Hockenheim? Okay, can we have both? Tune in!

(Season 2017, Episode 14)

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6. Bernie Ecclestone Should Turn TV Commentator (http://bit.ly/2kWw8nV)
7. How Did Lewis Hamilton Get On The Cover Of TIME? (http://bit.ly/2i3CuTB)

April 5, 2017

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Max Verstappen Doesn’t Know Heel-Toe?

The fortnight gap between Australia and China does seem a little too long. But here we are! In this week’s episode of the Inside Line F1 Podcast, Mithila and Kunal talk about the Ferrari vs. Mercedes battle that will resume at the Shanghai International Circuit. Will Ferrari’s pace be further validated or will it prove that Australia was a flash in the pan?

Our hosts also discuss how and why Max Verstappen doesn’t know of the ever-popular heel-toe concept that’s used in … See More racing ever since. Is it because the junior formula cars have moved to Formula 1-style paddle shift cars too?

Like always, we’ve got a few funny ones on Mclaren, we decode the typical April Fool’s jokes that were cracked on April Fool’s Day, of course, we pick our favourite too. Hamilton’s chosen to go solo for his physical training, while he’s caught up with Alonso as the sport’s ‘most popular’ driver in a survey – haven’t the Dutch fans out-voted every other driver to give their favourite Max Verstappen in honour? Tune in for a few laughs and few insights as we excitedly wait for the 2017 Chinese Grand Prix.

(Season 2017, Episode 13)

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5. Bernie Ecclestone Should Turn TV Commentator (http://bit.ly/2kWw8nV)
6. How Did Lewis Hamilton Get On The Cover Of TIME? (http://bit.ly/2i3CuTB)

March 28, 2017

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Dear F1, Make Our Races Longer

We’ve a split vote! The 2017 Australian Grand Prix entertained us, while it failed to entertain others. However, this was the shortest Formula 1 race in Australia, is it time for Formula 1 and the FIA to increase the total race distance? All this while the powers are wondering if there should be two races every weekend after all.

In this week’s episode of the Inside Line F1 Podcast, Mithila and Kunal dissect the opening race of the season. They pick the funniest moments, which … See More includes Rosberg’s tweets and Verstappen’s radio messages. Btw, do you know which Formula 1 driver is nicknamed ‘Chilli’?

They also talk about Portugal’s interest in hosting a non-championship race for Formula 1, the Mclaren-Honda-Alonso saga (obviously), thank Pirelli for getting their Formula 1 tyre right and about the Vettel-Webber bromance on the podium in Melbourne. Tune in!

(Season 2017, Episode 12)

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6. How Did Lewis Hamilton Get On The Cover Of TIME? (http://bit.ly/2i3CuTB)

March 21, 2017

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Will Valtteri Bottas Make Us Miss Nico Rosberg?

As we excitedly countdown to the 2017 Australian Grand Prix, we wonder if we’ll be treated to an epic Formula 1 race or a Sunday morning snooze fest?

We’re hoping for that a single team (read: Mercedes) doesn’t dominate, but even if they do, will Valtteri Bottas be able to challenge Lewis Hamilton? Or will he make us miss Nico Rosberg? The pressure is on the Finn given that the Mercedes bosses have given him 4 races to prove himself. But will the fans be as patient?

And … See More there’s more to look forward to in Australia: is Ferrari vs. Mercedes possible? Will Red Bull Racing’s RB13 look different than the one that appeared in pre-season testing? A pink Force India, an after effect of Holi? The rookies: Esteban Ocon and even Lance Stroll, Daniel Ricciardo’s new party trick, Mercedes’ finger hole clutch paddle and finally, a ‘Fittest Driver of the Day’ award?

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(Season 2017, Episode 11)

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6. How Did Lewis Hamilton Get On The Cover Of TIME? (

March 14, 2017

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Mclaren Is The Fan Favourite For 2017

As we near the start of the 2017 Formula 1 Season, Ferrari, Mercedes and Red Bull Racing are busy trading the ‘favourites’ tag with each other. In this week’s episode of the Inside Line F1 Podcast, Mithila and Kunal tell you that despite their lack of pace and reliability, Mclaren-Honda are definitely the fan favourite for 2017.

The million dollar questions staring at Formula 1 right now are: Will Mercedes unleash more pace? Will Mclaren-Honda be able to go the full race … See More distance? Also, does Daniel Ricciardo have a new party trick for 2017? Because we know that Max Verstappen does.

Liberty Media have re-branded GP2 to F2, but with F3 already there, what will they brand GP3 to? And we were most glad when they admitted that traditional races in Europe are key to Formula 1’s future. The new owners of the sport seem to be making the right noises (again). Is this why Bernie Ecclestone chose to not stay on?

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(Season 2017, Episode 10)

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March 7, 2017

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PR Laps To Hoodwink Sponsors

The second pre-season test is underway in Barcelona. While the form factor of most teams is predictable, in this week’s episode of the Inside Line F1 Podcast, Mithila and Kunal wonder which team will actually put in a ‘PR’ lap. Also, which team needs one the most?

On the note of sponsors, there’s talk that Force India might turn pink IF a particular sponsor joins them. We tell you Vijay Mallya’s link with the brand and name Pinky and why at least two people … See More wouldn’t mind the Force India being coloured pink.

Williams followed up their JCB announcement with a partnership announcement with Bombardier. Is the air plane partner the best (and cheapest) way to transport spares across the world just in case Lance Stroll turns out to be the next Pastor Maldonado?

Finally, we talk about Hamilton-Bottas’ team-mate relationship, Hamilton-branded Monster Energy can, the dip in Formula 1 viewership in 2016 before we finally conclude with our ‘The Joke’s On Mclaren’ section. Tune in!

(Season 2017, Episode 09)

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March 1, 2017

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From T-Bone To T-Wing

The ‘t-wing’ has been the talk of the paddock and the pre-season test in Barcelona. While most teams have one, Mercedes have gone and got themselves two! Will the t-wing be outlawed, like the t-bone? And then what about the shark-fin cover which seems more like an ugly whiteboard this season? The 2017 cars look sexy, no doubt, but get rid of these aero add-ons, please?

In this week’s episode of the Inside Line F1 Podcast, Mithila and Kunal refrain from cracking too many … See More Mclaren-Honda jokes and then settle for a self-imposed of at least a joke each. If Lewis Hamilton says that overtaking might be difficult in these new cars, there’s a serious cause of worry, especially because there’s only one Max ‘Overtake’ Verstappen on the grid.

They also discuss the trigger for Williams-JCB partnership, Liberty Media’s liberty to Formula 1 teams for generating social media content, Fernando Alonso’s Red Bull Racing inspired helmet design and how RAI won Hamilton’s helmet design competition. Tune in!

(Season 2017, Episode 08)

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February 17, 2017

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Sorry Mclaren, Sauber Is On Pole!

Sauber is on pole position – to launch 2017’s first Formula 1 car. The strange part is that two relatively unknown drivers (Ericsson and Wehrlein) will unveil the new looking Formula 1 car. Given the excitement around the new look, couldn’t Formula 1 (read: Liberty Media) get some of their superstar drivers to do so?

But this pole position works well for Sauber. It is a PR masterstroke. This unveil might garner them more publicity than the previous two seasons put together. As for Mclaren, they almost clinched pole! Their agency might have just leaked their livery images on social media.

PS: Williams’ unexpected reveal on Autosport/Motorsport was after this podcast was recorded and published.

Nico Rosberg wants to go back to being friends with Lewis Hamilton. Is it easier for him to say so now that he’s beaten him? Either way, we think Rosberg-Hamilton could be the Rocky Balboa-Apollo Creed of Formula 1.

And in this week’s episode of the Inside Line F1 Podcast, we dissect Juan Pablo Montoya’s comment on ‘weak’ European drivers, the engine fire-up by teams, Kimi Raikkonen’s karaoke skills and new bar and Fernando Alonso’s really cool emojis.

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(Season 2017, Episode 07)

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February 8, 2017

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Ferrari Missing Historic Bonus From Formula E

Ferrari’s ‘historic bonus’ from Formula 1 has made much news, but given how the Italian manufacturer is ignoring Formula E, there’s little chance that they’ll ever get one from the all-electric series. Are quit Formula 1 threats around the corner for Ferrari?

It also seems that tyre strategy isn’t the only thing Ferrari is confused about. On one hand, they’re talking of reconsidering the involvement in Formula 1 because of the dwindling viewership, but on the other hand, they are considering purchasing shares in the sport. Strange are your ways, Ferrari!

In this week’s episode of the Inside Line F1 Podcast, Mithila and Kunal wonder if Mclaren’s decision to drop the ‘MP4’ prefix is an outcome of a visit with a numerologist and what will Mclaren achieve first – a win or a title sponsor?

Of all of Ross Brawn’s interesting views, we’re not sure if doing away with ‘blue flags’ makes sense and would Mika Hakkinen be upset if the Finnish Formula 1 Grand Prix was held at a circuit called – Kymi Ring?

Lastly, Nico Rosberg might not be the perfect Formula 1 World Drivers’ Champion, but he for sure is the perfect Formula 1 fan. Tune in and know why!

(Season 2017, Episode 06)

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Category: Inside Line F1 Podcast

Hamilton Finally Picks A Penalty For Driving Slow

Have Ferrari Forgotten Team Orders?

Max Verstappen Doesn’t Know Heel-Toe?

Dear F1, Make Our Races Longer

Will Valtteri Bottas Make Us Miss Nico Rosberg?

Mclaren Is The Fan Favourite For 2017

PR Laps To Hoodwink Sponsors

From T-Bone To T-Wing

Sorry Mclaren, Sauber Is On Pole!

Ferrari Missing Historic Bonus From Formula E

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