Up To Speed

Mercedes dominate in Australia but did Ferrari mess up?

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000

George Russell and Mercedes have come out on top in the new F1 era, winning the first race of the season in Australia.

Ferrari are hot on their heels and we might have seen a glimpse of the Lewis Hamilton of old, but did they mess up their strategy? With this new electrical power, was it really racing or more like a computer game? And how will Oscar Piastri deal with the heartbreak of crashing out before his home race began?

Join us as we react to the Australian Grand Prix, and while you're at it why not help us pick new songs for our playlist on Global Player: https://www.globalplayer.com/playlists/2SWpF/

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Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

New F1 era begins: Russell rules Australia? Hamilton comeback? Aston Martin forfeit?

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000

It's race time! The first Grand Prix of the season is this weekend and no one can call it because of the huge changes in F1 this year (go back to our episode last week for a full explainer on the big shake up!)

Who is our money on in Australia? Reigning world champion Lando Norris? George Russell, whose Mercedes is the envy of the paddock? A final comeback for Lewis Hamilton? And is it really true that Aston Martin could forfeit the race?

Ahead of International Women's Day we give a shout out to some amazing women in F1. And we share the funniest F1 prank stories as comedian Jack Whitehall asks - who's the funniest F1 driver?

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Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

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Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

Q&A: What's the truth behind Drive To Survive?

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000

It’s the first race week of the year! And to get you excited for all the drama - the latest season of Drive To Survive is out. Lucky we've got our very own Will Buxton, one of the presenters of the Netflix show which revolutionised F1, bringing hundreds of millions of new fans to the sport.

So, what’s the truth behind Drive To Survive? Do the drivers like it? Is it made up? And what's our most glamorous memory from our time in F1? We’ll be answering all your questions today.

Up To Speed is a Global Studios production, available every Monday and Thursday on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

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Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

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Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

BONUS: Will Middle East conflict disrupt F1? Who's the winner from big engine row decision?

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:30:00 +0000

There’s been a lot of news over the weekend affecting Formula 1 so we wanted to record an extra episode for you to make some sense of it all.

Strikes in the Middle East mean there’s question marks over two upcoming races, and some travel to the first race of the year in Australia has been disrupted.

And big rule changes are coming in June after Mercedes reportedly found a massive loophole - but will it be too late by then? What does this mean for the title race? And is it fair to penalise them for innovation?

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Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

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Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

Is everyone jealous of Ferrari's secret ingredient?

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000

The start of the season is just around the corner! So with the final testing complete - who's on top and who's got work to do?

Lots of testing is smoke and mirrors, but have Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton played a blinder with their fancy starts and new wing? How are Aston Martin so slow after hiring the best car designer F1 has ever seen, Adrian Newey? And have Mercedes found a loophole that could turn the title fight upside down?

Plus, what's an F1 drivers' cheat meal? What do they eat on race day? We answer a question from Michelin-starred chef Gordon Ramsay.

Up To Speed is a Global Studios production, available every Monday and Thursday on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

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Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Producer: Sophie Penney

Social Media Editor: Becky Thompson

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

Q&A: Will huge F1 changes cause bigger drama?

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:55:00 +0000

Everyone’s talking about huge changes in F1 this season, but what’s actually changed? Will it make racing more exciting or just too complicated? And do the new team Cadillac have any hope of winning?

With Jolie away filming, Will, Naomi and DC answer your questions.

Up To Speed is a Global Studios production, available every Monday and Thursday on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

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Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Producer: Sophie Penney

Social Media Editor: Becky Thompson

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

Max Verstappen Exclusive - The Real Max

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000

Our first guest is... four-time world champion Max Verstappen!

This is your chance to see the real Max. Naomi grew up karting with him and DC raced his dad in F1 - this is the Max they know.

What does Max make of the big changes this year? Who does he see as his biggest rival this season? And how long is he staying in Formula One?

Up To Speed is a Global Studios production, available every Monday and Thursday on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

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Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

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Social Media Editor: Becky Thompson

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

New season, new Lewis Hamilton?

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000

New season, new Lewis Hamilton? He’s already won the award for the biggest launch of the off-season with Kim Kardashian, but there’s huge changes in F1 this year - so could Lewis overtake Michael Schumacher as the greatest F1 driver of all time?

At 41 years old, is Lewis still a serious contender? Or could this be his final season in the cockpit? And have we found the one thing that he and Max Verstappen actually agree on?

Plus, KSI asks us a burning question, and we bring you big news about our first ever guest coming on Thursday! Make sure you subscribe so you don’t miss it.

Up To Speed is a Global Studios production, available every Monday and Thursday on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your shows.

Get in touch!

Socials & YouTube: @uptospeedshow

Email: uptospeed@global.com

Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Producer: Sophie Penney

Social Media Editor: Becky Thompson

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

Introducing your new F1 podcast: Up To Speed

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000

Episode one launches Monday February 16th.

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 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.