The Ringer F1 Show

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Canadian Grand Prix Review May 25, 2026

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Megan and Spanners recap a chaotic 2026 Canadian Grand Prix, where Kimi Antonelli earned his fourth straight win amid Mercedes teammate drama, McLaren strategy disasters, and a resurgent Lewis Hamilton. They break down Antonelli’s heated battle with George Russell, McLaren’s baffling tire decisions, and Ferrari’s wildly different weekends for Hamilton and Charles Leclerc. Plus, they discuss Sergio Perez’s aggressive Cadillac comeback and why this was one of the most entertaining races of the season.

(00:00) Intro

(02:06) Chaos, Tires, and wild choices

(06:11) McLaren’s terrible day

(10:19) The Mercedes Palace intrigue

(23:14) George’s meme-worthy end

(33:30) A tale of two Ferraris

Hosts: Megan Schuster, Spanners Ready

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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Canada Grand Prix Preview May 20, 2026

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Meg and Spanners return to preview the Canadian Grand Prix after Formula 1’s strange, stop-start opening stretch to the season. They dive into the growing rumors around Esteban Ocon’s future at Haas, Christian Horner’s possible F1 comeback with Chinese EV giant BYD, and what Montreal’s iconic circuit could mean for teams bringing major upgrades. They also revisit the legendary rain-soaked 2011 Canadian Grand Prix and debate whether this weekend can finally restore some momentum to the 2026 F1 season.

(00:00) Intro

(01:55) Could Esteban Ocon be out?

(12:04) Just around the “Horner”

(24:22) Previewing the Canadian GP

(41:29) Season momentum in 2026

Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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Silly Season Preview May 13, 2026

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Meg and Spanners break down the implications of F1 shifting away from a 50-50 power split and debate whether F1 is losing touch with real-world automotive trends. They also unpack the controversy around Honda’s performance struggles and the financial support aimed at keeping them competitive. They then dive into “silly season” speculation, discussing Max Verstappen’s future, potential driver swaps, and what a post-Verstappen grid could look like.

(00:00) Intro

(01:19) F1 news after Miami

(8:28) The V8 is back!!!

(21:43) Honda gets a bailout

(32:54) Silly season begins!

(51:27) Shake-up at Williams?

Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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Live From the F1 Miami Grand Prix Official Fan Fest May 06, 2026

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In this special episode of The Ringer F1 Show, Meg and Spanners host a live recording from the Miami Grand Prix Fan Fest. In front of a crowd of F1 fans, they bring the energy of race week to life with interactive games and a fun audience quiz. Recording before the race, they also include some previews and predictions in a lively, on-the-ground look at the excitement and community surrounding Formula One.

Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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Miami Grand Prix Review May 04, 2026

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The Miami Grand Prix delivered chaos, controversy, and a breakout performance from Kimi Antonelli, who secured his third straight win. Meg and Spanners break down a wild race filled with spins, crashes, aggressive driving, and constant position changes. They dive into Max Verstappen’s relentless charge through the field, Ferrari’s ongoing strategy struggles, and McLaren’s strong showing. They also explore how new power dynamics are reshaping racing and why this race felt like a turning point for the sport. Plus, they look ahead to what this all means for the championship battle as the season heats up.

(00:00) Intro

(03:23) Miami: Chaos from the start

(12:45) Gasly flips out!

(22:47) George’s radio woes

(27:42) Pit math changes the race

(31:02) Facts about Kimi’s big day

(36:39) Max (YOLO) Verstappen

(46:26) Audi’s nightmare weekend

(48:07) Double points for Williams!

Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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News From the Miami Sprint Race May 03, 2026

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Meg and Spanners head trackside in Miami to break down a dramatic and heat-soaked sprint race weekend. Lando Norris and McLaren steal the spotlight with a potential breakthrough performance, while Mercedes faces unexpected struggles. They also dive into Ferrari’s hidden pace, a fiery Verstappen vs Hamilton battle that sparks debate over racing rules and aggressive tactics. Also, the Meg and Spanners share their experience driving real F4 cars!

(00:00) Intro

(02:18) Results from the Sprint

(09:39) Can George Panic Now?

(15:55) Max Vs Lewis: Redux

(21:47) Isack Gets Spicy!

(25:52) Nico (literally) On Fire

(33:10) General Miami Thoughts

Hosts: Megan Schuster, Spanners Ready

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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Miami Grand Prix Preview Apr 29, 2026

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In this episode Meg and Spanners preview the upcoming Miami Grand Prix after a long break from racing. They dive into recent Formula One headlines, including Stefano Domenicali’s optimistic claims about the sport’s health and the debate over fan feedback data. Also, concerns about “B teams” in F1, with Zak Brown criticizing potential competitive imbalances and team alliances. They also react to the return of the Turkish Grand Prix and what it means for the sport’s calendar and fan nostalgia. Looking ahead to Miami, they explore major car updates expected across the grid and how these could reshape the competitive order. Finally, they break down the Miami circuit itself, discussing its strengths, flaws, and whether new regulations might improve the racing spectacle.

(00:00) Intro

(01:16) Domenicali is at it again

(13:00) It’s not a conspiracy!

(16:03) The Turkish GP is back!

(23:27) Brown on the A/B Teams

(37:59) Welcome to Miami!

(45:35) Reviewing the circuit

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Host: Megan Schuster, Spanners Ready

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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News and Notes Before Miami Apr 22, 2026

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Megan Schuster and Spanners break down the latest F1 news heading into the Miami Grand Prix, including new technical regulations aimed at improving qualifying and safety. They discuss how these changes could impact racing, along with ongoing tensions between George Russell and Max Verstappen. They also dive into a strange media controversy involving Lando Norris and broader questions about journalism in Formula One. Plus, they react to Doriane Pin’s historic F1 test with Mercedes and what it means for women in motorsport. Finally, they preview what to expect in Miami and share details about their live events during race weekend.

(00:00) Intro

(01:20) Miami Updates

(04:51) The New(er) Regulations

(07:26) The Death of 50-50

(16:28) New Battery Deployment

(19:55) Saudi Arabia: Maybe?

(25:36) George vs. Max is back on!

(31:40) Norris is “Not the Boss”

(43:10) Pin makes History!

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Hosts: Megan Schuster, Spanners Ready

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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Updates From F1's Spring Break Apr 15, 2026

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Meg and Spanners are back to talk about the biggest updates from the world of F1. There are no races for weeks, but the world of Formula One does not stop; there are updates on new team member positions, regulations, and more leading up to Miami in May.

(00:00) Intro

(02:48) Meetings, meetings, meetings

(10:42) Upgrade opportunities

(18:39) “G.P.” is ready to GO

(34:40) Williams woes

Hosts: Megan Schuster and Spanners Ready

Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman

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The Biggest Questions Ahead of F1's Spring Break Apr 01, 2026

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Megan and Spanners fire up the mics and discuss some of the biggest questions ahead of F1’s spring break.

(00:40) Intro