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How did Kimi Antonelli hold off Lewis Hamilton in Monaco chaos? Jun 08, 2026

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Who said the Monaco Grand Prix was boring! Kimi Antonelli wins his fifth race in a row to extend his world championship lead in a chaotic Grand Prix.

How did teenager Antonelli hold off seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, even with a late red flag? After heartbreak for Max Verstappen, home hero Charles Leclerc, reigning world champion Lando Norris, and George Russell, how do they bounce back? Will any of the many driver penalties be overturned? And is DC off to party with Kim Kardashian?

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Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

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Social Media Producer: Jasmine Wissart

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Production Coordinator: Sophie Angus

Head of Podcast Talent Operations: Jo Brock

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

The secret to winning the Monaco Grand Prix Jun 04, 2026

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What does it take to win the Monaco Grand Prix - the jewel in the F1 crown? Who better to ask than our very own two-time winner David Coulthard.

From wearing a Superman cape after getting Red Bull's first ever podium, to the best lap of his life - DC takes us inside the cockpit. And what's the word on the street about who'll come out on top this year? Are the rumblings around Ferrari true or will Kimi Antonelli shock us all once again?

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Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal and Daniel Aihiee

Junior Video Editor: Eliza Nogueira

Social Media Producer: Jasmine Wissart

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Production Coordinator: Sophie Angus

Head of Podcast Talent Operations: Jo Brock

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

Can Kimi Antonelli keep his cool in Monaco? Jun 01, 2026

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It's Monaco Grand Prix week! The most historic, most glamorous... and possibly the most "boring" race of the year is here. Every driver wants to win it.

Today we're answering your questions! Can championship leader Kimi Antonelli keep his cool on the toughest street circuit? Does F1 need Gucci or does Gucci need F1 after the Alpine collaboration? And will the FIA President get away with trying to rule forever?

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Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal and Daniel Aihiee

Junior Video Editor: Eliza Nogueira

Social Media Producer: Jasmine Wissart

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Production Coordinator: Sophie Angus

Head of Podcast Talent Operations: Jo Brock

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

A new era of Lewis Hamilton v Max Verstappen rivalry? May 28, 2026

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Lewis Hamilton fighting with Max Verstappen at the Canadian Grand Prix was the throwback we all wanted to see.

Is this a new, friendlier, chapter to the bitter rivalry from 2021? Is Lewis’ mum Carmen his lucky charm after a second podium in five races for Ferrari this season? Why has Lewis ditched the simulator?

And later, Will spills the beans on his chat with Lando Norris after that dramatic Indy 500.

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Email: uptospeed@global.com

Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal and Daniel Aihiee

Junior Video Editor: Eliza Nogueira

Social Media Producer: Jasmine Wissart

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Production Coordinator: Sophie Angus

Head of Podcast Talent Operations: Jo Brock

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

Will Mercedes civil war end in tears after epic Canada battle? May 25, 2026

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Our reaction to the epic battles at the Canadian Grand Prix!

Was it a fair fight between Kimi Antonelli and George Russell? Are they sure to crash if they continue like this? Did everyone love the throwback of Lewis Hamilton battling Max Verstappen? And how on earth did McLaren get lapped?!

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Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal

Junior Video Editor: Eliza Nogueira

Social Media Producer: Jasmine Wissart

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

Q&A: What happens if George Russell doesn't win in Canada? May 21, 2026

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It’s the Canadian Grand Prix this weekend! So we’re answering all your questions…

Is this a must-win for George Russell after the early success of his teenage teammate Kimi Antonelli? Will Mercedes’ big upgrades push them further in front? And will any drivers crash into Canada's famous ‘Wall of Champions’?

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Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Daniel Aihie and Martin Croser

Social Media Producer: Jasmine Wissart

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

Is Max Verstappen the only F1 driver who would dare race Nurburgring 24hr mid-season? May 18, 2026

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The F1 world was gripped this weekend watching Max Verstappen come agonisingly close to winning the iconic 24 hour race in Nurburgring.

Did Max's daring overtakes at "The Green Hell" show why he's the best out there? How will he recover in time for the Canadian Grand Prix in a few days? Will other F1 drivers follow suit and should they be encouraged to?

And later we debate - what was the biggest scandal in F1 history? Was it Lewis Hamilton losing out to Max Verstappen at the 2021 finale? Or does the cheating in the 80s trump that?

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Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Daniel Aihie

Social Media Producer: Jasmine Wissart

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

Is Oscar Piastri the heir to Max Verstappen’s Red Bull throne? May 14, 2026

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Oscar Piastri is reportedly being targeted by Red Bull as Max Verstappen's replacement if he leaves Formula One.

So is Oscar the best man to lead Red Bull into it's new era? Would a George Russell or Charles Leclerc be a better fit? And why leave the healthiest team on the grid for chaos?

Plus, we get excited about Max Verstappen racing in the 24 Hours of Nurburgring this weekend and answer one of your questions!

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Email: uptospeed@global.com

Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Daniel Aihie

Social Media Producer: Jasmine Wissart

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

Should teams be paying for F1's engine mistakes? May 11, 2026

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We’re only four races in and F1 has now agreed to change the rules twice!

So will less electric power make racing better? Is this all to keep Max Verstappen happy? And should teams be shelling out even more money for FIA mistakes?

Up To Speed is a Global production, available every Monday and Thursday on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

Socials & YouTube: @uptospeedshow

Email: uptospeed@global.com

Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Daniel Aihie

Social Media Producer: Jasmine Wissart

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

Too soon for Toto Wolff to pick a favourite driver? May 07, 2026

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When your teenage driver keeps beating your pre-season favourite, what do you do?! Kimi Antonelli won his third Grand Prix in Miami ahead of teammate George Russell and it's thrown up a load of questions at Mercedes.

How is Toto Wolff going to manage the championship now? Should Kimi be treated as the team's number one driver? Could Max Verstappen come sniffing for Russell's seat if he doesn't start winning again?

And later... is the FIA President right to bring back the noisier V8 engines?

Up To Speed is a Global production, available every Monday and Thursday on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

Socials & YouTube: @uptospeedshow

Email: uptospeed@global.com

Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides

Senior Producer: Sophie Penney

Video Content Producer: Daniel Aihie

Social Media Producer: Jasmine Wissart

Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun

Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells