The Ringer F1 Show

Meg and Spanners unpack the latest from the F1 rumor mill, from Max Verstappen’s McLaren talks and Red Bull contract drama to the FIA’s probe into “rotisserie” rear wings. They also revisit the George Russell vs. Max Verstappen Silverstone incident, debate safety car procedures, and react to Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s push for future engine changes.

(00:00) Intro(01:58) Max to McLaren?(24:33) George vs. Max redux(46:06) Power unit progress?

Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners ReadySenior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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Meg and Spanners recaps a dramatic British Grand Prix, where Charles Leclerc returned to the top step of the podium for the first time since 2024. They break down Leclerc's long-awaited victory, Mercedes' frustrating day with Kimi Antonelli's late mechanical failure, the controversial safety car finish that reshuffled the podium, and another fiery chapter in the Max Verstappen and George Russell rivalry.

(00:00) Intro

(2:28) The Silverstone madness begins!

(09:30) The Mad Max safety car

(20:28) A Drivers' Championship update

(25:19) The big day for Charles

(38:30) More Max drama

(50:21) Some footy talk

Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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Meg and Spanners preview the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, breaking down the latest paddock drama ahead of one of Formula 1's most iconic races. Megan Schuster and Spanners dive into Racing Bulls' teammate tensions, the latest Max Verstappen transfer rumors, Ferrari's lingering performance concerns, and what to expect from Silverstone's legendary high-speed corners. Plus, they react to McLaren and Cadillac's special one-off liveries and make their predictions for a pivotal sprint weekend.

(00:00) Intro(01:34) Spot of bother for the Racing Bulls(11:15) New rumors for Max(19:07) Ferrari gets an upgrade?(30:38) The Silverstone hype begins(40:38) Shiny new liveries!

Hosts: Megan Schuster, Spanners ReadySenior Producer: Steve Ahlman
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Meg and Spanners break down the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix, where George Russell claimed a dramatic victory ahead of Max Verstappen and Kimi Antonelli. They debate Mercedes' resurgence, Ferrari's costly strategy calls, Verstappen's pace, and whether McLaren has fallen behind in the development race. The episode also dives into the controversial qualifying finish that secured Russell pole position and the FIA's handling of late-session yellow flags.

(00:00) Intro

(03:50) Beating the heat in Austria

(14:56) Max and Lewis battle it out

(20:45) Vital pit stops all around

(32:47) Top teams get evaluated

(46:26) George Russell at qualifying

(59:12) Onward to Silverstone!

Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman
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Meg and Spanners revisit 'F1: The Movie' one year after its release, comparing their first impressions with a more critical at-home rewatch. They celebrate the film’s immersive racing footage, real F1 integration, driver cameos, and technical ambition while debating how well it succeeds as a classic sports movie.

(00:00) Intro

(03:35) Impressions on rewatch

(17:23) A grand opening

(23:06) Javier Bardem too hot?

(54:36) Chaos from Sonny Hayes

Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman
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