Reacting to the 2027 F1 calendar - including TEN sprints
Summary
Matt and Tommy analyze the 2027 Formula 1 calendar, which features 24 races and 10 sprints, including a controversial double-qualifying format at Monaco. They debate the viability of sprint weekends, with Matt expressing concern over the loss of traditional practice sessions and the potential for every round to become a sprint. The hosts also discuss the return of Portimão and Turkey to the schedule, praising the latter's iconic corners. The episode concludes with Tommy’s excitement about an upcoming interview with Max Verstappen at Silverstone.
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Intro: F1 2027 calendar announcement
Overview: 10 sprints and new races
Debate: Are there too many sprint races?
Concern: Sprint at Abu Dhabi finale
Review: Bahrain, Australia, and Japan sprints
Review: Canada sprint and Miami loss
Review: Silverstone, Monza, and Austin
Review: Brazil, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi sprints
Discussion: Future of sprint weekends
Prediction: Will all races become sprints?
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Deep dive: Monaco sprint weekend analysis
New track: Portimao return to calendar
New track: Turkey return to calendar
Outro: Upcoming Verstappen interview
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