Class is officially in session…

It’s time for the Grand Pricks F1 2025 End of Year Exam, and Reem is in the hot seat. After a full season of Formula 1 chaos, race weekends, and deep-dive episodes, the big question remains: did any of it actually stick?

Reem is put through a proper grilling based on what we’ve covered this year, including tyres, regulations, safety rules, and the biggest moments of the 2025 season. The exam pulls directly from our educational episodes and real race scenarios, leaving very little room to escape.

Spoiler alert: revision may not have happened.

Listeners can play along at home and see how they’d do before the answers are revealed. If you want to attempt the exam yourself, you can access it here, DM us for a copy, or head to our Instagram to download the exam paper via the link in our bio.

This episode wraps up the season in true Grand Pricks style with questionable answers and plenty of F1 chaos.

We’ll be back next week with a brand-new special Grand Pricks F1 series, and we’ll keep posting regularly right through to the start of the 2026 season. Make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss out!

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It’s the final countdown (dun dun dun dun daaa…) and the 2025 season comes to a close under the lights of Abu Dhabi with a nail-biting showdown between Lando Norris, Max Verstappen, and Oscar Piastri.

Lando clinches his first World Championship with a P3 finish, securing the title while Max storms to victory in the race itself. Verstappen ends the season with eight wins, just edging out the McLaren duo, who finish with seven each.

In this episode, we break down Norris’s standout season and the emotional scenes after he sealed the championship. We get into how the papaya team orders shaped Piastri’s season, and whether McLaren may have over-protected their title contender…

We also dive into the other contenders in the fight including Verstappen’s crushing dominance in the second half of the season, Piastri’s sharp, calculated overtakes, and a few controversial radio messages that have fans divided.

Off-track, we unpack the swirling rumours around Lewis Hamilton’s potential retirement after ending his 18-year podium streak, plus Max’s controversial post-race press questions, and more.

We’ll be back next week with Reem’s final-year exam now that the season is over, and stay tuned for special content during the break before 2026. Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a thing!

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Grand Pricks is officially BACK, and just in time. The 2025 Formula 1 Driver’s Championship has reached a boiling point, and everything comes down to the final race in Abu Dhabi. With Lando Norris, Max Verstappen, and Oscar Piastri all still in the fight, we break down exactly what each driver needs to do to become World Champion on Sunday.

After a three-week break (yes, we tried to record on holiday… terrible Wi-Fi + zero editing software = disaster), we’re finally home and ready to dive into the biggest title decider in years. In this episode, we analyse the maths behind the championship battle: who needs to finish where, what results open the door for rivals, and why this could genuinely go to any of the top three, even with Norris leading the standings.

We also revisit the key moments that shaped the championship: DNFs, painfully slow pit stops, questionable strategy calls, and those tiny details that made huge differences for Norris, Verstappen, and Piastri throughout the season.

And of course, it wouldn’t be Grand Pricks without the off-track chaos. We unpack the latest rumours and conspiracy theories surrounding McLaren and Ferrari, Yuki Tsunoda’s shock drop from Red Bull ahead of 2026, Isack Hadjar’s promotion, and everything else lighting up the paddock right now.

We’ve missed you, and we’re not going anywhere. We’ll be back with a full Abu Dhabi race debrief, plus postseason content (including Reem’s final-year exam saga and a special surprise). Make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss a thing!

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The Grand Pricks podcast is BACK with another deep dive during the Formula 1 season break, just before the Brazilian Grand Prix next week! In this week’s episode, we return with part two of our Heroes vs. Villains series, spotlighting five extraordinary figures who changed Formula 1 forever and left behind legendary legacies both on and off the track.

We begin with Ayrton Senna, the three-time Formula 1 World Champion whose raw talent, precision, and passion made him one of the most iconic drivers in F1 history. Racing for McLaren from 1984 to 1994, Senna won 41 Grands Prix and held the record for the most pole positions at the time. His tragic death at Imola in 1994 remains one of the darkest moments in motorsport history, but also one that inspired lasting change.

That change was championed by Professor Sid Watkins, the neurosurgeon who became F1’s official medical officer in 1978. Watkins dedicated his career to improving driver safety, introducing life-saving measures that have since become integral to modern F1. Deeply affected by Senna’s passing, he worked tirelessly to revolutionise medical response and track safety, paving the way for the sport we know today.

We also celebrate Sebastian Vettel, four-time World Champion and environmental advocate, whose post-retirement work highlights sustainability, inclusivity, and human rights. Then there’s Lewis Hamilton, seven-time World Champion and current Ferrari driver, recognised not only for his on-track dominance but also for his activism around diversity, equality, and environmental justice.

Finally, we explore the genius of Adrian Newey, the legendary F1 engineer behind 14 Drivers’ Championships, 12 Constructors’ titles, and over 220 race wins, a creative mastermind who shaped the evolution of car design across decades.

Stay tuned as we return next week for our Brazilian Grand Prix coverage! The Grand Pricks hosts will be travelling for the next three weeks, so expect slightly shorter, lower-quality audio, but the same chaotic, unfiltered F1 fun. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!

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It’s the official countdown to the final races of the 2025 Formula 1 season, and the Mexico Grand Prix did not disappoint.

Packed with drama, controversy, and championship twists, this weekend’s race delivered one of the most thrilling spectacles of the season, both on and off the track. From the moment the lights went out, the tension was palpable.

The first lap saw multiple drivers go wide in an aggressive fight for second place, with Charles Leclerc ultimately claiming the position in his Ferrari. But the drama didn’t end there. A heated on-track moment involving Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton forced the Ferrari driver off the circuit, and while he recovered, the incident earned him a ten-second penalty from the FIA, dropping him from third place all the way to the back of the grid.

While chaos unfolded at the front, Oliver Bearman quietly produced the best performance of his career so far. The young British rookie charged from ninth to a remarkable fourth place, securing Haas’s strongest finish of the entire season and solidifying his growing reputation as one of F1’s brightest rising stars.

At the top of the order, Lando Norris took an impressive victory for McLaren, edging out his teammate Oscar Piastri and officially taking the lead in the Drivers’ Championship, by a razor-thin margin of just one point. Verstappen rounded out the podium in third, keeping his hopes alive for a late-season title push, while Piastri could only manage fifth after struggling with tire degradation in the closing laps.

Elsewhere, George Russell found himself at the center of yet another controversy after what fans are calling a “Karen moment” on track, clashing with his rookie teammate Kimi Antonelli in a tense battle for position. With both Mercedes drivers finishing only sixth and seventh, and Ferrari securing second and eighth, the Italian team has now overtaken Mercedes in the Constructors’ Championship, trailing McLaren by just a single point.

Off the track, the chaos continues with new controversies shaking up the paddock. The now-infamous “Tapegate” incident led to a fine for Red Bull. On top of that, whispers of cost cap breaches from the 2024 season have surfaced, with Aston Martin confirmed to be under investigation and rumors swirling that McLaren may also have exceeded the limit, a revelation that could potentially see last year’s Constructors’ title handed over to Ferrari.

As the F1 world catches its breath after the madness of Mexico, the championship battle tightens, the politics intensify, and the drama only grows.

Next week we’ll be bringing you another deep dive, part two of our “Villains vs Heroes” series where we’ll explore the drivers who embody the true spirit of Formula 1 and the legacy they’re building both on and off the circuit. Make sure to follow, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.

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The United States Grand Prix was an action-packed weekend with the sprint race on Saturday and the main Grand Prix on Sunday. From start to finish, fans were glued to their screens as drama, strategy, and speed took center stage.

Max Verstappen continued his dominance in the Red Bull, winning the sprint race, claiming pole on Saturday, and taking victory in the Grand Prix, his fifth of the season. Over the last five race weekends, Verstappen has scored 119 out of a possible 133 points, solidifying his position as a frontrunner for the 2025 Driver’s Championship.

Lando Norris delivered an impressive performance, finishing P2 after a thrilling battle with Charles Leclerc. The two swapped positions multiple times, providing a nail-biting contest until the finish. Leclerc crossed the line in P3, showcasing a commendable fight to the top.

Lewis Hamilton finished P4 for Ferrari, keeping the team just seven points behind Mercedes in the Constructors’ Championship and maintaining the excitement of the title race.

Oscar Piastri, currently leading the Drivers’ Championship, struggled to P5 due to car issues and a slower pace than expected. Kimi Antonelli also faced challenges after an incident with Carlos Sainz dropped him from P7 to the back, although smart overtaking brought him back to P13. Meanwhile, Sainz, who DNF’d, received a five-place grid penalty for the next race.

We cover all the weekend’s highlights, the ongoing Drivers’ Championship battles, and behind-the-scenes drama, including Ferrari management issues and McLaren’s ‘repercussions’ for drivers.

Next week, we’re back for the Mexico GP. Subscribe so you don’t miss a moment of the action!

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Formula 1 is full of speed, glamour, and fierce competition. But behind the scenes, it’s also been home to some of motorsport’s biggest scandals and most controversial figures. In this episode of Grand Pricks, we explore the dark side of Formula 1 and uncover the stories of those who’ve pushed the limits of ethics, sportsmanship, and legality in pursuit of victory.

We begin with Flavio Briatore, the Italian businessman whose career has been defined by both success and scandal. Known for his role as team principal during the Crashgate controversy and now an executive adviser at Alpine, Briatore’s story reflects how corruption and ambition can coexist in the paddock.

We also examine Michael Schumacher, one of the greatest drivers in F1 history, and one of its most divisive figures. A record-breaking champion and a master of precision, yet his career also includes moments defined by deliberate collisions and controversial moves. His legacy forces fans and analysts alike to question whether greatness can exist without moral compromise.

Our discussion continues with Helmut Marko, Red Bull’s outspoken advisor and talent scout, whose controversial comments and ruthless management style have often sparked debate within the sport.

We’ll also revisit Jean-Marie Balestre, the former FIA president accused of political manipulation and favoritism during his leadership, and Enzo Ferrari, whose relentless pursuit of glory led to both triumph and tragedy, with multiple Ferrari drivers losing their lives under his watch.

By exploring the villains of F1, we uncover the complex morality of motorsport: is bending the rules part of the game, or does it tarnish the spirit of racing?

This episode isn’t just about scandal, it’s a look into the psychology, ambition, and obsession that drive the people behind Formula 1. And don’t worry, we’ll balance it out soon with a follow-up episode on the heroes who restored integrity and innovation to the grid.

Tune in, subscribe, and stay ready for our next race-week episode where we break down all the drama, highlights, and action from the United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas.

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F1 is back, baby! And we’re under the lights at the Singapore Grand Prix, one of the toughest and most iconic races on the Formula 1 calendar. The Marina Bay Circuit might not have delivered chaos on track this year (not a single DNF?!), but don’t worry, the drama was alive and well everywhere else.

George Russell took an impressive win, his second of the year, but questions over his Mercedes contract for 2026 continue. We unpack what his victory means for the team and for his future in the sport.

Over at McLaren, the so-called papaya rules caused friction. Lando Norris secured a podium while Oscar Piastri was left frustrated, even as McLaren clinched the Constructors’ Championship. We get into the strategy choices, the team dynamics, and whether papaya politics are back on the menu.

Ferrari kept things interesting, too. Lewis Hamilton’s late-race brake issues earned him a five-second penalty for track-limit violations, dropping him from P7 to P9. Meanwhile, rumours of Charles Leclerc heading to Mercedes are gaining traction, a move that could reshuffle the Formula 1 grid entirely.

We also revisit the original Singapore drama: the 2008 Crashgate scandal. Renault’s orchestrated crash, led by Flavio Briatore, changed the sport forever and still shadows how the FIA handles integrity and regulation today.

Amid the controversy, there were lighter moments, including Williams turning a young fan’s drawing into official team merch. A small reminder that F1 can still have heart, even in a season full of headlines.

To wrap up, our Grand Pricks podium returns, ranking who was prick (disappointing), grand (good), and grand prick (outstanding) at the Singapore GP.

We’ll be back next week with a special deep dive episode during the break, talking about iconic names in the sport in history and whether they are considered a hero or a villain of F1. Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss it!

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