F1 Spanish GP Review: Can the Madrid Circuit be Saved?
Summary
Kevin Turner and Stuart Codling review the 2026 Madrid Grand Prix, where Kimi Antonelli won despite Lando Norris having superior pace until a late VSC caused by Lance Stroll cost him the lead. The hosts heavily criticize the new track layout for lacking overtaking opportunities and discuss potential fixes, while also analyzing Max Verstappen’s first-lap incident with Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari’s continued execution errors. The episode concludes with a look ahead to the upcoming triple header in Baku, Malaysia, and Singapore.
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Intro: Round 14 Overview and Guest Welcome
Race Results and Retirements Recap
Championship Standings Update
Paddock and Media Centre Impressions
Fan Experience and Grandstand Critiques
Track Layout: Qualifying vs Racing Potential
Critique: Lack of Overtaking and Power Limits
Proposed Track Changes for Future Races
Sector 3 Narrowness and Alonso's Attempt
Qualifying Performance and Norris's Pace
Norris's Race Pace and Championship Form
Stroll Incident and Delayed VSC Call
McLaren Strategy and Norris's Misfortune
Mercedes Strategy and Russell's Pace Issues
Antonelli's Performance and Momentum
Hamilton vs Verstappen Incident Analysis
Antonelli's Off-Track Moments and Penalties
Red Bull Decision and Driver Etiquette
Ferrari's Execution and Late VSC Bet
Team Execution Comparison: Ferrari vs Rivals
Mid-Field Performance: Lawson and Colapinto
Red Bull Management and Team Dynamics
Future Track Improvements and Baku Comparison
Outro: Travel Plans and Closing Remarks
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