F1 Explains

Oscar Piastri explains F2 + F3 - with Alex Jacques


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F1 stars of the future show their speed in Formula 2 and Formula 3. The categories immediately below Formula 1 in the motorsport ladder are the perfect place for a driver to sharpen their skills and prove they're ready to move up. 

How do F2 and F3 work? How are the cars different? How do they prepare drivers for Formula 1? To answer those questions and many more, Christian Hewgill and Katie Osborne speak to:

  • Oscar Piastri - 2020 F3 champion, 2021 F2 champion, McLaren F1 driver
  • Alex Jacques - commentator covering F3, F2 and F1
  • For the latest on F2 and F3 visit
    The official F2 website
    The online home of F3

    Curious about cars? Quizzical about qualifying? Wondering about wheelspin?
    If you've got an F1 question, send it to us and we'll find an expert to answer it. Send your email or voice note to [email protected]

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