Our 2026 Azerbaijan GP predictions
Summary
Matt and Tommy discuss their recent interview with Max Verstappen and Matt’s co-commentary for the 100-car kart race. They debate whether Charles Leclerc deserved a "Good Surprise" rating before making predictions for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where Matt favors Max Verstappen and Kimi Antonelli while Tommy backs George Russell. The hosts also share "crazy" predictions, including Lance Stroll finishing the race and no red flags in qualifying, before calling their family members to lock in their final top-three picks for the prediction championship.
Topics discussed
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Weekend news: Saturday race schedule
Recap of Max Verstappen interview
100-car kart race commentary experience
Debate on Charles Leclerc's 'Good Surprise' pick
Good Surprise predictions: Williams and Russell
Big Flop predictions: Norris and Leclerc
Pole Position predictions: Antonelli and Russell
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3rd Place predictions: Antonelli and Norris
2nd Place predictions: Verstappen and Russell
1st Place predictions: Verstappen and Antonelli
Crazy predictions: Stroll, no red flags
Patreon predictions: Aston Martin and Russell
Family predictions: Ellie and Clock
Closing thoughts and sign-off
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