• Q&A: Is Canada a must-win for George Russell?
    May 21 2026

    It’s the Canadian Grand Prix this weekend! So we’re answering all your questions…

    Is this a must-win for George Russell after the early success of his teenage teammate Kimi Antonelli? Will Mercedes’ big upgrades push them further in front? And will any drivers crash into Canada's famous ‘Wall of Champions’?

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    Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

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    34 mins
  • Is Max Verstappen the only F1 driver who would dare race Nurburgring 24hr mid-season?
    May 18 2026

    The F1 world was gripped this weekend watching Max Verstappen come agonisingly close to winning the iconic 24 hour race in Nurburgring.

    Did Max's daring overtakes at "The Green Hell" show why he's the best out there? How will he recover in time for the Canadian Grand Prix in a few days? Will other F1 drivers follow suit and should they be encouraged to?

    And later we debate - what was the biggest scandal in F1 history? Was it Lewis Hamilton losing out to Max Verstappen at the 2021 finale? Or does the cheating in the 80s trump that?

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    Producer: Sophie Penney

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    Social Media Producer: Jasmine Wissart

    Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

    Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

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    37 mins
  • Is Oscar Piastri the heir to Max Verstappen’s Red Bull throne?
    May 14 2026

    Oscar Piastri is reportedly being targeted by Red Bull as Max Verstappen's replacement if he leaves Formula One.

    So is Oscar the best man to lead Red Bull into it's new era? Would a George Russell or Charles Leclerc be a better fit? And why leave the healthiest team on the grid for chaos?

    Plus, we get excited about Max Verstappen racing in the 24 Hours of Nurburgring this weekend and answer one of your questions!

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    Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

    Producer: Sophie Penney

    Video Content Producer: Daniel Aihie

    Social Media Producer: Jasmine Wissart

    Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

    Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

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    35 mins
  • Should teams be paying for F1's engine mistakes?
    May 11 2026

    We’re only four races in and F1 has now agreed to change the rules twice!

    So will less electric power make racing better? Is this all to keep Max Verstappen happy? And should teams be shelling out even more money for FIA mistakes?

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    Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

    Producer: Sophie Penney

    Video Content Producer: Daniel Aihie

    Social Media Producer: Jasmine Wissart

    Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

    Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

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    38 mins
  • Too soon for Toto Wolff to pick a favourite driver?
    May 7 2026

    When your teenage driver keeps beating your pre-season favourite, what do you do?! Kimi Antonelli won his third Grand Prix in Miami ahead of teammate George Russell and it's thrown up a load of questions at Mercedes.

    How is Toto Wolff going to manage the championship now? Should Kimi be treated as the team's number one driver? Could Max Verstappen come sniffing for Russell's seat if he doesn't start winning again?

    And later... is the FIA President right to bring back the noisier V8 engines?

    Up To Speed is a Global 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

    Video Content Producer: Daniel Aihie

    Social Media Producer: Jasmine Wissart

    Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

    Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

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    34 mins
  • Why can't Russell catch teenage teammate Antonelli?
    May 4 2026

    Kimi Antonelli wins his third Grand Prix of the season in Miami! The McLarens, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, complete the podium in a thrilling race, where the lead changed five times.

    How is teenager Antonelli still dominating his team mate and pre-season favourite George Russell? Have McLaren won the upgrade race or is Max Verstappen looking the most dangerous? And was the exciting racing a win for the new rules?

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    Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

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    32 mins
  • Who can stop Mercedes in Miami?
    Apr 30 2026

    Racing is back in Miami after the five week break! So we're answering all of your questions.

    Who can catch Mercedes? Will Ferrari or McLaren bring the fight to the leaders? Who's bringing the best upgrades? Who will adapt quickest to the rule changes? Plus, we share some of our favourite memories of Miami - from historic firsts to A-listers.

    Up To Speed is a Global 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

    Video Content Producer: Steve Jump

    Social Media Producer: Jasmine Wissart

    Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

    Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

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    32 mins
  • Alex Albon Exclusive: "The game has changed"
    Apr 27 2026

    Today we're at Silverstone speaking to Williams driver Alex Albon.

    Is he ready to bounce back in Miami? What's his relationship like with team mate Carlos Sainz? Can he be friends and rivals with the drivers he grew up with, like Lando Norris and George Russell? What does he make of the new rules and having to relearn everything?

    Up To Speed is a Global 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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    Email: uptospeed@global.com

    Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

    Producer: Sophie Penney

    Video Content Producer: Steve Jump

    Social Media Producer: Jasmine Wissart

    Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

    Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

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    28 mins