Baku Podbook: Ten years of F1 in Azerbaijan! Plus, Isack's back!
Summary
Hosts Karun Chandhok and Craig Slater preview the Azerbaijan Grand Prix from Baku, noting the unusual race schedule with the Grand Prix held on Saturday. They discuss the 2027 calendar changes, including a Monaco sprint and the return of Turkey, while analyzing the drivers' championship battle between Kimi Antonelli and Lando Norris. The episode also covers Lewis Hamilton's recent activities, Yuki Tsunoda's contract renewal at Red Bull, and Williams' upcoming major upgrade, with both hosts predicting a Mercedes victory in Baku.
Topics discussed
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Welcome to Baku and 10th Anniversary
Baku Track History and Silk Road Connection
Upcoming Triple Header and Schedule Confusion
2026 Calendar and Sprint Race Format
Monaco Sprint Race and Overtaking Challenges
New Tracks: Turkey, Spa, and Saigon
End of Season Uncertainty: Qatar and Abu Dhabi
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Championship Standings and Mercedes Upgrades
Constructors Battle and Lewis Hamilton's Goals
McLaren Performance and Leclerc Grid Penalty
Red Bull: Hajar's Return and Contract Renewal
Hajar Injury Update and Verstappen's Consistency
Lewis Hamilton's Week: Bikes, Paris, and LA
Baku Carpet Museum and Intangible Art
Ocon's Future and Colapinto Media Controversy
Williams Upgrade Expectations and Deficit
Baku Weekend Schedule and Time Zones
Race Predictions and Sign-off
Promo: The Fast and the Curious Podcast
Promo: The F1 Show with Simon Lazenby
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