The Formula 1 world just got flipped upside down—because when Max Verstappen loses his right-hand man, chaos isn’t far behind. With legendary race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase shockingly ditching Red Bull for McLaren, this episode dives into whether this is just a career move… or the first domino in a Verstappen exit, retirement, or full-blown F1 power shift. We break down the hottest “buy or sell” narratives and give insight into what is to come for the rest of the season.

Is Lewis Hamilton the latest victim of the infamous Kardashian Curse, or is the narrative completely overblown? On this episode of The Rearwing Report, we dive into the chaos of Formula 1’s unexpected five-week break—breaking down which teams and drivers come out refreshed and dangerous, and who might lose all their momentum when the lights go out again. Plus, we settle the confusion between IndyCar Push-to-Pass and Formula 1 ERS deployment.

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This week, we break down a massive race weekend headlined by Kimi Antonelli securing a huge win — and ask the big question: is this the start of a real title challenge? We dive into the performance of George Russell, debating whether his result came down to bad luck or deeper issues, while also highlighting a strong podium showing from Oscar Piastri and Charles Leclerc.

We also explore whether this race is a sign of things to come for McLaren, and debate who looks stronger moving forward between Ferrari and McLaren. In the midfield, we break down key battles including Bearman vs Colapinto, along with where teams like Red Bull and Aston Martin currently stand after another unpredictable weekend. Finally, we review our predictions, see who gained points, and update the standings in our season-long competition.

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Formula 1 heads to one of the most iconic tracks on the calendar, the Japanese Grand Prix at the legendary Suzuka Circuit, and there’s a lot on the line. In this episode, we preview everything you need to know heading into the weekend, including how teams are adapting to the 2026 regulations after the opening rounds and whether Mercedes can maintain their early advantage.

We break down the unique layout of Suzuka, why it’s one of the most challenging circuits for drivers, and which teams and drivers should perform best here. We also revisit key storylines from the season so far, including the developing championship battle and drivers under pressure. As always, we wrap things up with some F1 trivia and our official race weekend predictions, including qualifying, podium, and bold longshot picks.

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After a shaky start to the 2026 season, serious questions are starting to emerge around Max Verstappen and whether his dominance in Formula 1 is beginning to fade. In this episode, we break down his performances so far, looking at whether the struggles are coming from the car, the new regulations, or something deeper.

We analyze how Verstappen stacks up against the current front-runners, whether Red Bull still has the pace to compete at the top, and if this is just a temporary dip or a sign of a bigger shift in the grid. Is this an overreaction after just a couple of races, or is there real reason for concern? We give our honest take and debate the question everyone is starting to ask: is Verstappen actually cooked?

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Formula 1 returned to Shanghai for the Chinese Grand Prix, and it did not disappoint. In this episode, we break down everything from a dramatic race weekend at the Shanghai International Circuit, including how the new 2026 regulations held up under race conditions and whether any early concerns are starting to emerge.

We dive into the key moments that defined the race, analyze how the front-runners performed, and discuss whether strategy or outright pace made the difference in Shanghai. We also cover the biggest winners and losers, highlight the best and worst drives of the weekend, and look at how the results impact both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championship standings moving forward.

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Formula 1 heads to Shanghai for the Chinese Grand Prix at the iconic Shanghai International Circuit, but the storylines this week go far beyond the track. In this episode, we break down potential regulation changes being discussed after the opening round, and the developing situation surrounding Kimi Antonelli and Isack Hadjar, including the possibility of canceling the Saudi Arabian and Bahrain Grands Prix.

We discuss what tracks could realistically step in, what we would do if we were team principals facing the situation, and how it could shake up the season. Then we preview the Chinese Grand Prix, including a look at the track layout, key characteristics of the Shanghai circuit, and last year’s race results. As always, we wrap things up with some F1 trivia and our official race weekend predictions.

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The 2026 Formula 1 season is officially underway, and the Australian Grand Prix delivered plenty to talk about. In this episode, we break down George Russell’s dominant win and Mercedes’ massive 1-2 finish with rookie Kimi Antonelli, while Charles Leclerc salvaged a podium for Ferrari after a race that left many wondering: did Ferrari actually have a shot at the win?

We analyze the biggest storylines from the race, including how the new 2026 regulations affected strategy and race starts, whether any early concerns are emerging with the new rules, and what the results mean for the Constructors’ battle. We also give our one-word reactions, rank the top three moments of the race, and debate the biggest winner and loser among the teams after Melbourne. Finally, we hand out our picks for the best drive and worst drive of the weekend, breaking down who impressed and who had a race to forget.

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In this episode, we kick off the new Formula 1 season with our full 2026 season predictions. We go team-by-team with a quick 2–3 minute breakdown of every team on the grid, discussing expectations, strengths, and potential surprises. We also make our official calls for the Constructors’ Championship and Drivers’ Championship before previewing the opening race of the season at the Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park Circuit. Along the way, we test each other with some F1 trivia and lock in our race weekend predictions, including qualifying top three, podium finishers, last point, and last place. We also introduce our season-long competition, where Steve and Ryan track points each week based on their predictions and bets, including “best bet” and “longshot” picks that could swing the standings as the season unfolds.

This week we welcomed one of our longtime listeners, Aaryn, onto the show for a special community episode. We dove into bold predictions for the upcoming F1 season, debated storylines to watch, and somehow ended up learning way more than expected about F1 drivers and their pets. It’s part preview, part personality deep dive, and part chaos; a reminder that this sport is just as much about the people as it is the performance.

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