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F1: Chequered Flag

BBC Radio 5 Live
Formula 1
Mclaren
Lando Norris
Max Verstappen
Oscar Piastri
Ferrari
Formula One
Mercedes
Lewis Hamilton
Charles Leclerc
Red Bull Racing
Red Bull
George Russell
Aston Martin
Kimi Antonelli
Dutch Grand Prix
Carlos Sainz
FIA
Hungarian Grand Prix
Singapore Grand Prix

F1 Chequered Flag from the BBC offers expert analysis of every F1 race, with exclusive insight into every twist and turn of the F1 season. Each episode brings you in-depth race reviews, breaking down the strategies that shape each Grand Prix and the key players making headlines. Hear from F1 stars like Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris and the bosses of powerhouse teams like Red Bull... more

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Can George Russell build on a hugely positive day in Zandvoort? After winning the sprint, he was narrowly beaten to pole by Lando Norris in qualifying. Kai Bachini and Marc Priestley reflect on a busy day at the Dutch Grand Prix and hear from both Br... more

Will Kimi Antonelli extend his championship lead as he chases a first Drivers’ World Championship, or can the chasing pack reel him in? Jennie Gow is joined by Marc Priestley and Kai Bachini to look ahead to the second half of the season. But first, ... more

As the summer break nears its end, Harry Benjamin and Becky Evans debate whether more sprint weekends should be added to the F1 calendar and look ahead to the final Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort. Will it be missed?

Becky also explains what it was li... more

Harry Benjamin reflects on the first half of the season - school parents evening style! Accompanied by classroom favourite, former British racing driver Alice Powell, and the feared and revered BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson. Who has been the A* ... more

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Recent Guests

Abbi Pulling
F1 Academy Champion, driver coach
Episode: Hungarian GP Preview: Who will take momentum into summer break?
Harry Benjamin
Reporter
BBC
Episode: Hungarian GP Preview: Who will take momentum into summer break?
Juan Pablo Montoya
Former Williams driver
Episode: Hungarian GP Preview: Who will take momentum into summer break?
Alisha Palmowski
Red Bull Racing Driver Academy member, race winner
Red Bull
Episode: Chequered Flag Extra: Piastri on Max, Title Talk & Advice for Harry
Arvid Lindblad
British rookie driver, Racing Bulls
Racing Bulls
Episode: British GP Preview: Hamilton on Sprint Pole
Sam Bird
Multiple Formula E race winner
BBC guest
Episode: Austrian GP Qualifying Review: Russell’s Controversial Pole
Becky Evans
Racer and TV personality
Episode: Chequered Flag Extra: Can Hamilton Win The World Title?
Abbie Eaton
Racing driver
Episode: Chequered Flag Extra: Can Hamilton Win The World Title?
Naomi Schiff
Reporter who spoke with the top three after qualifying
BBC/NBC/IMG Production
Episode: Barcelona GP Qualifying Review: Russell Bounces Back

Hosts

Jennie Gow
Host and presenter with extensive F1 coverage
Harry Benjamin
Host with BBC/Radio Five Live credentials and on-site reporting presence
Rosanna Tennant
Lead analyst/host contributing post-race and interview segments

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 5k ratings
  • British bias is crazy

    That last episode covering Hungry has made me unfollow this podcast. The British bias is crazy, was a full Lando love story. No balance whatsoever. Used to be far better than this.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    The Dogboy
    Australia25 days ago
  • Excellent and informative

    I appreciate the enthusiasm and work that goes into making your podcast. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zagobago
    United Statesa month ago
  • Don’t give results in the episode titles

    For some reason you’ve started giving the results in the titles. Often the podcast is out before the free-to-air broadcast has gone out in the UK. Go back to “Belgian GP race review” please

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MattC_83
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Used to be my goto F1 podcast

    Used to be my goto F1 podcast but the roster of ‘new talent’ is beginning to really erk me, Nepo baby Izzie is an instant turn off, and is F1 academy the only talent pool for pundits? Yes, they can race but they can’t talk without eeemmss and aaahas.really Grating! This is why I’m giving it 3 instead of 5 star review. Andrew Benson is so well informed and keeps me listening. Gow is a really engaging host.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mikeypikey23
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Please no! not Rosanne. Anyone but her!!

    Painful to listen to every single very loud audible in breath taken by Rosanna and her voice intonations are awful!

    I have to fast forward past her.

    Please bring Jennie Gow back!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    homer440
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Listeners cite strong interviews and credible guests as a differentiator.
Great technical depth with practical race insights that seasoned F1 fans appreciate.
Hosts deliver balanced, informed analysis with entertaining banter.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#10
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#49
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#29
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#117
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Belgian GP Preview: Not That Kind of Spa
Q: What title narrative are you most excited to follow this season?
The discussion centers on Antonelli's championship lead and whether the momentum can be maintained through the rest of the season, with questions about consistency and the impact of reliability on both the driver and team performance.
Austrian GP Qualifying Review: Russell’s Controversial Pole
Q: Well, George, you judged that to perfection. Just when you're going through that moment, you have to make those best section decisions on what you're going to do. Can you just talk me through that process with a flag and in that final section?
He explained that he saw a single yellow, knew there was runoff, and chose to lift aggressively but not so much as to destroy the lap, believing the track conditions allowed him to continue with a strong lap.
British GP Qualifying Review: Kimi's Back on Top
Q: From what you learned during the sprint race, how confident are you that you can hold on to the win tomorrow?
Antonelli expresses measured confidence, noting the strength of their pace and the importance of maintaining focus and execution over a full race distance, while acknowledging the need to adapt to race-day conditions.
Monaco GP Preview: Are Ferrari Really Favourites?
Q: What do you make of the Antonelli vs Russell title battle heading into Monaco?
Antonelli has shown consistency and pace, forcing Russell to raise his own level; Monaco will test both the driver and the car under high pressure, particularly in qualifying, where small margins decide the outcome.
Canadian GP Preview: Will Antonelli & Russell Do Battle?
Q: Was this weekend a must-win for George Russell?
Russell downplays it as just another race and focuses on his own process, but acknowledges the pressure and the importance of performing well, especially with upgrades and the intra-team battle with Antonelli.

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F1: Chequered Flag delivers expert race analysis with deep dives into strategy, performance, and team dynamics across recent F1 weekends. Episodes blend post-race breakdowns, preview insights, and driver/team perspectives, often featuring rising talents and seasoned reporters for context on what happened on track and what it means for the season. Noteworthy is the show's willingness to mix technical detail with accessible banter, plus frequent focus on rookie development, upgrades battles, and the shifting driver market, which gives listeners both race insight and long-term context for teams and sponsors.

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2. Harry Benjamin
3. Juan Pablo Montoya
4. Alisha Palmowski
5. Arvid Lindblad
6. Sam Bird
7. Becky Evans
8. Abbie Eaton

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