Grip Strip Podcast Episode 248 discusses the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix where Fish Lips overcame a qualifying penalty to win, while Norris lost 2nd place due to a double yellow flag. Other drivers like LH and Sainz faced issues with crashes and spins. As the series moves to Abu Dhabi, Checo Perez is set to leave, and Ocon will be replaced by Doohan at Haas. Tyler Allen becomes the new crew chief for Keebler Gibbs. The podcast also covers football updates, GSP news, F2, and F1 Academy happenings, and previews the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.