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Podcast · 62 episodes

Up To Speed, page 2

by Global · English

Step inside sport’s greatest soap opera, Formula One. Hosted by Drive to Survive star Will Buxton, racing driver-turned-broadcaster Naomi Schiff, 13-time Grand Prix winner David Coulthard, and F1 presenter and content creator Jolie Sharpe. Expect razor-sharp reaction, behind-the-scenes insight, blockbuster interviews and answers to the questions you’ve always wanted to ask! With their deep knowledge, expert analysis and infectious love for racing, Will, Naomi, DC & Jolie dive into the stories that matter - on and off the track. It’s fast-paced, unfiltered and full of the gossip that keeps the paddock buzzing. They’ll react to the weekend's race drama every Monday. On Thursday they’ll deep dive into the biggest stories of the week. Watch and listen on Global Player, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. For advertising opportunities on this podcast, email: GlobalStudiosSales@global.com

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Is Ferrari still Charles Leclerc's team?Up to Speed discusses whether Ferrari is shifting from Charles Leclerc to Lewis Hamilton after Hamilton’s first win in red.18 Jun 2026 · 35 min · 14 chapters
Why Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari fairytale is far from over & Is Mercedes' Achilles heel real?Barcelona Grand Prix fallout and title implications—Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari win, Mercedes’ “Achilles heel” (reliability/strategy), and FIA officiating errors (Monaco pit-lane speeding and Barcelona…15 Jun 2026 · 41 min · 17 chapters
Will Kimi Antonelli's winning-streak end in Barcelona & DC's plane crash to podium nightmareUp to Speed discusses Monaco’s aftermath and then looks ahead to the Barcelona Grand Prix.11 Jun 2026 · 35 min · 14 chapters
How did Kimi Antonelli hold off Lewis Hamilton in Monaco chaos?The episode of Up to Speed focuses on the Monaco Grand Prix, where 19-year-old Kimi Antonelli delivered a dominant, “flawless” performance amid race chaos.8 Jun 2026 · 42 min · 20 chapters
The secret to winning the Monaco Grand PrixDavid Coulthard breaks down Monaco Grand Prix—how to win it, why qualifying matters most, and a corner-by-corner “inside the cockpit” lap strategy.4 Jun 2026 · 38 min · 16 chapters
Can Kimi Antonelli keep his cool in Monaco?Monaco Grand Prix preview—why the race is often dull but qualifying is thrilling, plus what rain could change.1 Jun 2026 · 36 min · 15 chapters
A new era of Lewis Hamilton v Max Verstappen rivalry?Canada race weekend discussion focused on Lewis Hamilton vs Max Verstappen’s rivalry shifting from 2021 hostility to friendlier, respectful wheel-to-wheel racing, plus Ferrari simulator correlation…28 May 2026 · 38 min · 13 chapters
Will Mercedes civil war end in tears after epic Canada battle?Up to Speed discusses the Canada F1 weekend, focusing on an intense Canada battle between Mercedes teammates George Russell and Kimi Antonelli.25 May 2026 · 36 min · 11 chapters
Q&A: What happens if George Russell doesn't win in Canada?Q&A ahead of the first ever sprint weekend in Canada (Montreal), focusing on whether George Russell can win, Mercedes vs McLaren/Red Bull upgrade impact, and how team orders might affect a…21 May 2026 · 34 min · 12 chapters
Is Max Verstappen the only F1 driver who would dare race Nurburgring 24hr mid-season?The crew discusses Max Verstappen’s Nürburgring 24 Hours mid-season bid—why it’s rare for F1 drivers, what it says about his mindset, and the broader question of whether F1 should allow/encourage…18 May 2026 · 37 min · 16 chapters
Is Oscar Piastri the heir to Max Verstappen’s Red Bull throne?The episode is a race-week “Up to Speed” discussion focused on the 24 Hours of Nürburgring (sold out for the first time, with Max Verstappen racing) and the F1 “rumour mill” about whether Oscar…14 May 2026 · 35 min · 13 chapters
Should teams be paying for F1's engine mistakes?FIA/F1 may change the 2027 engine power split from 50-50 to about 60-40 (more engine output, less electrical), via higher fuel flow.11 May 2026 · 38 min · 13 chapters
Too soon for Toto Wolff to pick a favourite driver?The panel debates Mercedes team dynamics and pressure on Toto Wolff with Kimi Antonelli outperforming George Russell, plus the FIA president’s announcement that F1 will return to V8 engines (2031,…7 May 2026 · 34 min · 17 chapters
Why can't Russell catch teenage teammate Antonelli?Miami Grand Prix race review and season implications, centered on Kimi Antonelli’s breakthrough, plus discussion of Red Bull upgrades, Aston Martin progress, Ferrari/McLaren strategy, and a late…4 May 2026 · 32 min · 13 chapters
Who can stop Mercedes in Miami?Race-week Miami preview of Formula 1, answering listener questions about who can challenge Mercedes, sprint-weekend rule tweaks, and whether teams/drivers can adapt with limited practice; plus hosts’…30 Apr 2026 · 32 min · 13 chapters
Alex Albon Exclusive: "The game has changed"Alex Albon discusses how major 2026 technical and driving changes have forced Formula 1 drivers and teams to “relearn everything,” including new priorities like energy/battery management and…27 Apr 2026 · 28 min · 9 chapters
Mid-season, new rules... Has F1 listened?Mid-season Formula 1 rule tweaks aimed at improving racing and safety, plus a broader discussion of motorsport danger and fan comprehension.23 Apr 2026 · 37 min · 11 chapters
Q&A: How much does it really cost to make it to F1?Q&A on what it really costs (and takes) to reach F1, and how families/parents fit into the paddock and driver development.20 Apr 2026 · 34 min · 11 chapters
Ollie Bearman Exclusive: From failing his driving test to F1’s hottest new contenderHaas rookie-to-contender Ollie Bearman (in-studio) discusses his 2025 start (7th in standings, 4th in constructors, scoring all but one Haas point), the mental/physical demands of F1 versus F2, and…16 Apr 2026 · 37 min · 20 chapters
Is Max Verstappen off to McLaren with his race engineer?The episode debates major F1 personnel news: Max Verstappen’s long-time race engineer, Jan Piero Lambezi (GP), is joining McLaren from 2028.13 Apr 2026 · 32 min · 11 chapters
Will Lando Norris be a one-time world champion?Whether reigning McLaren driver Lando Norris can become a one-time F1 world champion, amid 2026 regulation changes, McLaren’s performance dip, and a five-week break before Miami.9 Apr 2026 · 39 min · 19 chapters
Kimi Antonelli: The next Senna?Up to Speed discusses Kimi Antonelli’s early F1 impact and compares him to Ayrton Senna, then debates whether Mercedes should be shielding him from championship pressure.6 Apr 2026 · 38 min · 14 chapters
Five weeks to fix F1?After Ali Behrman’s crash in Suzuka, the hosts debate whether F1’s 2026 rules create a safety crisis and whether the five-week break is enough to fix energy deployment/harvesting, unpredictable…2 Apr 2026 · 33 min · 14 chapters
Is Max Verstappen ready to quit?Up to Speed discusses whether Max Verstappen is ready to quit, Kimi Antonelli’s breakthrough at the Japanese Grand Prix, George Russell’s frustration, Oliver Behrman’s 50G crash at Spoon Corner, and…30 Mar 2026 · 28 min · 9 chapters