Under the scorching Qatar sun, Max Verstappen wins his third WDC. That's 3 WDC in just 22 months! George Russell tells Lewis Hamilton he's no Valterri Bottas. Plus, why we predict Sergio Perez and Daniel Ricciardo will be out of F1--before 2024. But, wait. There's more. How driving for Alfa Romeo is like working at Yahoo. Why McLaren will surpass Ferrari next season. Maybe this season! Why Apple's Tim Cook is channeling his inner Rupert Murdoch. And what's Alonso doing that makes him impervious to time? That and more on this episode of Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1.  

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Max takes it personal. Lewis takes the mask off.  And the best team in F1 (spoiler: McLaren) finally has a car worthy of their talents. 
But, wait. There's more. Why it's the end of days for Sergio Perez, why we want to give Logan Sargeant one more year, and why Liam Lawson deserves a grid spot more than Yuki, Zhou, or Daniel. Yes. 
Plus, the best predictor of driver success in the new cost cap era of Formula 1.  

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The streak is over! Carlos Sainz puts on a strategic masterclass to take victory in Singapore. Max Verstappen and Red Bull are defeated. But, wait. There's more. George Russell flinched. Will that make him battle hardened to compete against Lewis Hamilton in 2024? Or will he wither? Also,  why Lance Stroll will be out of F1 in 2023. It's time. Plus, the future McLaren line-up.  It's a good one. Where Liam Lawson will be driving in 2024. How the cost cap era has changed which drivers get selected to drive in F1 (spoiler: it's not always the best driver but the most cautious). Finally, our heart goes out to the utterly defeated Charles Leclerc. Oh, and guess at how many times Fernando Alonso has driven his F1 car around the world. Listen and subscribe!

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Ferrari put up a fight. With Red Bull and each other. Max smashes the records. Mercedes gets nasty. Finally. But what’s holding back Lando? And why is Gunther still employed by Haas? Plus the reasons why Red Bull won’t win everything this year.  

But wait, there's more. All the F1 drivers who will be out of a seat at the end of this season, and all those who should be. High praise for the Tifosi, and our crazy predictions for Singapore. Spoiler: there's a huge prediction for 2024. Oh, and we invent Max Jordans, Max Verstappen branded sunglasses. All on Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. 

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. This week, the Dutch Grand Prix. Max Verstappen ties the consecutive win records. Alonso surpasses Schumacher for longest time between podiums. And the Dutch fans, remind us all  how much fun Formula 1 is, in all conditions. 

But wait, there's more. The two huge problems facing Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes. Neither is an easy fix. The wolf life at Oracle Red Bull Racing. How does Sergio Perez survive? Plus, all our crazy predictions for Monza and why the Las Vegas Grand Prix is set to become the new Monaco of F1. 

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. Brought to you this week from the hottest, driest place on Earth. 

In this episode, the continued growth of Formula 1 in America. The continued dominance of Max Verstappen. All the chaos inside Mercedes and Alpine, plus all the troubles plaguing Ferrari and AlphaTauri. Why we love Nico Hulkenberg's hair. Why Charles Leclerc deserves better. Our thoughts on an F1 dream team, and our love for that Martin Brundle 'fan walk'. Plus, how much longer can we expect that Fernando Alonso black magic, and what we do expect to happen over this F1 "silly season" summer break. And full analysis of the  Belgian Grand Prix. 

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1.  In this episode: 

• We rank all the driver pairings. Plus rank the British drivers. 
• Expose a major weakness at Red Bull. 
• Celebrate McLaren's stunning P2 and P4 at Silverstone. 
• Tell you why Daniel Ricciardo will not be back in F1. 
• Ignore the latest drama surrounding a celebrity that refuses to talk to Martin Brundle. 
• Embrace the drama of Apple, Hollywood, and Brad Pitt glomming onto F1. 
• Hope the best for America's Logan Sargeant. 
• Ask once again that Gunther Steiner be fired for cause.  
• And fondly remember MCA and the Beastie Boys at their very best. 

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1.  That always exceeds track limits. 

In this episode, Max Verstappen passes the great Ayrton Senna. Will Red Bull soon pass McLaren? Why we want Lewis Hamilton to sign with McLaren. (Hint: Hulk Hogan is involved) Plus, we rank the best current British drivers. And explore the impact of "branded equity" on F1 team valuations.  

But wait. There's more. Why Lawrence Stroll won't fire his son. Our conspiracy theory behind why AlphaTauri is so awful.  And our predictions for the future of Formula One.

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. What black magic is Fernando Alonso conjuring? How close is Lewis Hamilton to another F1 victory? And when does Alex Albon replace Sergio Perez at Red Bull? (Hint: we tell you)

But, wait. There's more! Don't look now, but Ferrari have turned a corner.  Why Christian Horner is never leaving Red Bull. Why Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri are the best young driver pair. Plus, our recommendations for making F1 more competitive. We also offer full Canadian Grand Prix analysis. And tell you why Starbucks makes bad coffee.

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Join Brian and Patrick on the Hard Compound, an American take on Formula 1. Will Max Verstappen dominance lead to the "Max Rules?" Yes! This is a new era in F1 and fans, especially American fans, demand NFL-like competitive parity. 

But, wait. There's more! Why is Indy racer Will Power talking smack about Formula 1? Why is Sergio Perez not able to get the best car onto the podium? Who's behind the gutting of AlphaTauri? And where did ruthless Fernando Alonso go?  

Plus, we give you a full Spanish Grand Prix recap. Discuss the inconsistency in applying racing rules. Dream about an F1 race in South Africa or perhaps even Jakarta. And explore why doomed blockchain companies with lots of cash are handing millions to F1 teams. 

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