In this episode of Maggotts & Becketts, Tawana and Benjamin dive into the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix weekend in Shanghai, the second race of the season and the first Sprint weekend of the year. The duo breaks down the challenges of the Shanghai International Circuit, including the long 1.2 km straight and heavy braking zones that will push the new 2026 power units and battery deployment systems to the limit.

In this episode of Maggotts & Becketts, Tawana and Benjamin break down what to expect from the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai, the second race of the season and the first sprint weekend of the year.

The duo discusses how the long Shanghai straight and heavy braking zones could push the new 2026 power units to their limits, especially with battery deployment and energy management becoming a key factor. They also share their race predictions, early-season expectations, and championship outlook following the opening round in Australia.

Plus, a quick thank you to the growing community as the podcast hits 1,000 TikTok followers and continues to build momentum.

The first race is over, Benjamin and Tawana, hosts of MaggottsBeckettsF1, review the race weekend, all the chaos, drama from Max spinning out of Qualifying to George winning the race.

Our Predictions for the up coming Australian GP race

F1 is back and there is a lot to unpack with one of the biggest regulation changes, who fully understood the changes, who is ready for the season, will it be an awful start , did FIA fumble with the changes! Join us as we talk about what we think of these changes.