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Chequered Flag Extra: Mid-Term Report

Aug 6, 2026 · 44m

Summary

Hosts Harry, Alice Powell, and Andrew Benson grade F1 teams for the 2026 mid-season. Kimi Antonelli is praised as the standout driver, while Ferrari shows promise and McLaren/Red Bull need improvement. Audi exceeds expectations, but Aston Martin and Williams are criticized for poor performance and strategic errors.

Topics discussed

Intro and Advertisements Podcast Intro and Calendar Updates A-Star Student: Kimi Antonelli vs George Russell George Russell's Struggles and Future Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton's Performance McLaren and Red Bull: Room for Improvement Audi and Racing Bulls: Exceeding Expectations Cadillac, Aston Martin, and Alpine Analysis Williams' Disappointing Season Second Half Predictions and Title Winner
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