We’re in Austin, y’all — home of the United States Grand Prix and one of the most electric stops on the Formula 1 calendar. I’m joined by Aditi, a proud Max Verstappen superfan who was actually there at the 2023 race, to relive the chaos, the heat, and the unmistakable Texan energy of the Circuit of the Americas.

We get into what makes COTA so special — that 40-meter climb into Turn 1, the flowing esses inspired by Silverstone, and the technical final sector where races are won and lost. With 5 drivers in contention for the WDC, this race promises to be very exciting indeed. We also talk about the crowd energy, cowboy hats, and the barbecue-fuelled madness that turns F1’s American dream into a full-on festival.

If you love fast corners, bold overtakes, and Verstappen-level domination, this episode’s for you.

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https://www.formula1.com/en/racing/2025/united-states

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Grand_Prix

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Circuit_of_the_Americas

https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article/leclerc-leads-dominant-ferrari-one-two-in-austin-as-norris-loses-third-to.3VSTWKOy40Ta1vvtlwHBff