Unlapped

The Biggest Moments of the 2025 Formula 1 Season

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 16:46:00 -0000

Welcome to the season recap and 2026 preview of Unlapped! Nicole Briscoe, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson are here to break down the best and biggest moments. What does Lando Norris' championship mean for the grid moving forward? Which rookie impressed the most? Plus, how will the new regulations impact the 2026 season?

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Lando Norris Secures His FIRST F1 World Championship!

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 21:20:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders discuss everything surrounding Lando Norris' maiden F1 championship.

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Abu Dhabi Decider: Norris, Verstappen & Piastri in the Ultimate Title Fight

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:14:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Nicole Briscoe, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders are here to discuss the final race of 2025. Who will be crowned champion in Abu Dhabi? Who is under the most pressure to perform? Will McLaren team strategy impact the title outcome? Plus, did Red Bull make the right call with their driver changes?

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Lando Norris & Oscar Piastri DISQUALIFIED! F1 Drivers Championship blown wide open

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 11:02:00 -0000

ESPN's Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson react to the breaking news of McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri being disqualified from the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Both drivers cars were found to have the plank assembly below the permitted minimum thickness. Max Verstappen is now even with Oscar Piastri on points with 366 total, only trailing the championship leader Lando Norris now by 24 points. With one sprint race and 2 races remaining, the drivers championship is wide open!

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Can Anyone Catch Lando Norris for the 2025 F1 Drivers Championship?

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 07:11:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! ESPN's Nicole Briscoe, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders preview the Las Vegas Grand Prix live from the paddock. Will Oscar Piastri hit back with a strong weekend and put the pressure back on Lando Norris? Max Verstappen is always a factor no matter the circumstances, after a masterful drive in Brazil, can Max do the unthinkable? Plus, with drama swirling around the Ferrari team, what type of performances can we expect from Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton?

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Pressure Shifts to McLaren & Norris in Brazil 🔥 | Unlapped

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 20:13:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! ESPN's Nicole Briscoe and Nate Saunders get you ready for everything you need to know ahead of the Brazilian Grand Prix. Is Max Verstappen in striking distance to turn this championship on its head in Brazil? Is Lando Norris for the pressure of leading the world drivers championship? Can Oscar Piastri re-take control of the championship with only 4 racing weekends left in the season? Plus, which teams or drivers are under pressure heading into the final races of the year.

00:00 - Intro and Welcome In 00:50 - Charles Leclerc is engaged! 04:05 - Can Oscar Piastri re-gain control of championship 12:40 - Max in prime position for title push in Brazil? 16:50 - Will McLaren drivers handle the pressure?

21:50 - Lando Norris' championship to lose?

24:45 - Weather a factor

26:50 - History at Interlagos

29:56 - Bortoleto first home grand prix

33:15 - What to expect from Ferrari

39:44 - Drivers or teams under most pressure

44:26 - Podium Predictions!

48:20 - Thanks for watching!

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Lando Norris Takes F1 Championship Lead with DOMINATING Mexico Win

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 20:30:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! ESPN's Nicole Briscoe, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson recap all the action from the Mexican Grand Prix. A dominant drive saw McLaren's Lando Norris take the championship lead by a point, but should he be the title favorite? Is Oscar Piastri starting to feel the pressure with only 4 races left in the season? Plus, is Red Bull's Max Verstappen still a factor in this championship?

00:00 - Intro and Welcome In

02:22 - Lando Norris dominates in Mexico

11:25 - Lando embracing Villain role?

15:25 - Pressure mounting for Oscar Piastri?

20:18 - What was the FIA doing? VSC Last Lap?

31:42 - Max Verstappen still a factor in the championship?

35:33 - Red Bull in a better spot for title push than McLaren?

37:55 - Haas and Ollie Bearman impress!

41:44 - George Russell goes undercover!

47:00 - Thanks for watching!

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A Conversation with Emily Prazer, President of the Las Vegas Grand Prix

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:50:00 -0000

Nicole Briscoe is joined by Emily Prazer, Chief Commercial Officer and President of the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Together, they explore the development, construction, and execution of the Las Vegas Grand Prix — from its debut season to the upcoming 2025 race. What lessons have been learned? How has the event evolved year over year? And what can F1 fans expect as we head into the third year of one of the biggest spectacles on the Formula One calendar?

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Max Verstappen DOMINATES 🏆 Should McLaren be concerned? | U.S. Grand Prix Post Show

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:22:00 -0000

Liz Loza, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson react to an exciting United States Grand Prix! Max Verstappen wins in convincing fashion, putting even more pressure on title rivals Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. Charles Leclerc continued his strong weekend, getting his Ferrari on the podium. Can Oscar Piastri bounce back? Tune in for the latest reactions!

(00:00) Intro and Welcome In

(01:10) Max Verstappen wins US Grand Prix

(07:38) Carlos Sainz DNF

(10:18) Charles Leclerc and Ferrari strategy

(12:18) Lando Norris and track limits

(13:27) McLaren managing their drivers

(15:05) Can Lando win the WDC?(

15:50) Oscar Piastri's weekend

(17:35) Ferrari gaining on Mercedes

(20:20) Who's under pressure in Mexico City?

(24:06) Favorite moment from the weekend

(26:28) Thanks for watching!

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Will McLaren enforce "Papaya Rules" in Austin?! 👀 | ESPN F1

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 02:06:00 -0000

Welcome to Unlapped! Nicole Briscoe, Nate Saunders, Liz Loza and Laurence Edmondson are in the paddock breaking down all the latest news and storylines heading into the United States Grand Prix. How will McLaren punish Lando Norris? Is Christian Horner making a return to F1 at Ferrari? And how long will George Russell stay at Mercedes after 2026? All this and more on this episode of Unlapped.

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🔥The Championship Fight Between Norris & Piastri HEATS UP! 🔥

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:51:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson discuss the ongoing title fight between the two McLaren drivers. Are Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri finally free to race each other? Did Carlos Sainz have some fair criticisms about the Singapore broadcast? Plus, will Christian Horner be back on the grid soon?

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Verstappen, Norris or Piastri – Who's Feeling the Championship Pressure Most?

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 20:39:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Nicole Briscoe and Laurence Edmondson discuss the ensuing title race between Verstappen, Norris, and Piastri. Plus, who has the edge between Mercedes and Ferrari? Finally, who should you keep your eye on in Singapore? Time Codes: 0:00 - Welcome to Unlapped! 3:38 - Who is under the most pressure: Verstappen, Norris, or Piastri? 5:03 - Will McLaren win the Constructors' in Singapore? 5:49 - Who has the edge: Mercedes or Ferrari? 7:15 - Remembering Roscoe 9:50 - Stat of the Week 10:28 - Is Max cursed in Singapore? 13:32 - Singapore Race Preview 27:22 - Podium Predictions 29:59 - Thanks for watching!

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Is Max Verstappen Still in the Title Fight? 👀🏆 | Unlapped

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 20:58:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! On today's episode, ESPN's Nicole Briscoe and Laurence Edmondson break down all the action for a wild race weekend in Baku. Max Verstappen completed another grand slam in his racing career by qualifying on pole, finishing with the fastest lap time, and capping it all off with a dominant race win. Is McLaren starting to feel the pressure? Carlos Sainz claimed his first podium as a Williams driver, as the spaniard celebrated being back on the podium for the first time since last season. Plus, with Christian Horner officially leaving the Red Bull company, when will we see him back in Formula 1?

00:00-01:49 Intro and Welcome In

01:49-02:45 Biggest Takeaway from Baku

02:45-13:10 Max Verstappen still in the title fight?

13:10-18:30 McLaren starting to feel the pressure?

18:30-19:55 Stat of the week!

19:55-31:10 Carlos Sainz claims first podium with Williams

31:10-38:11 Other takeaways from Baku

38:11-46:40 Christian Horner officially leaves Red Bull company

46:40-47:38 Goodbye!

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Is It Smart for Oscar Piastri to Back McLaren Success Amid Title Fight? | Unlapped

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 23:00:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! ESPN's Nicole Briscoe and Laurence Edmondson breakdown the recent comments from McLaren's Oscar Piastri following a controversial team decision last race at Monza. With F1's recent announcement of new sprint race locations for 2026, should F1 be embracing more sprint races? Plus, can Yuki Tsunoda or Kimi Antonelli deliver a strong weekend in Baku with the pressure building on both drivers?

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Are McLaren playing favorites with Lando & Oscar?! | Unlapped

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 18:02:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson discuss the latest around the grid following Monza. Are McLaren prioritizing one of their two drivers? Has Antonelli's recent struggles taken a toll on Mercedes? Could Ollie Bearman suffer a race ban? Plus, Nate & Laz hit the driver market in "stock watch". All this and more on Unlapped! Support Roald Dahl's Marvelous Children and Nate Saunders! (Charity Link): https://www.justgiving.com/page/bennatevis?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL Time Codes: 0:00 Welcome to Unlapped! 1:37 Is McLaren playing favorites? 8:19 How should McLaren manage their drivers? 17:46 Did Lando change the view of the title race? 21:10 Should Mercedes be concerned about Kimi? 30:32 Would an Ollie one race ban hurt Haas? 38:10 Oracle stat of the week 38:29 Is Max back to being a victory contender? 44:23 Driver stock watch 57:04 Nate Hikes Ben Nevis + Thanks for watching!!!

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Is Isack Hadjar The NEXT BIG THING in Racing? 🔥 | Unlapped

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 20:46:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Nicole Briscoe, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson discuss the latest around the grid. What does Isack Hadjar's thrilling performance in Zandvoort mean for his career? Is the title race over after Lando's DNF? Plus, what are realistic expectations for Ferrari in Monza?

Time Codes:

0:00 Welcome to Unlapped!

3:32 Is Hadjar a star in the making?

9:33 Could Hadjar get promoted to Red Bull?

15:12 Are Lando's title dreams over?

22:53 Was Sainz's penalty unfair?

27:11 Ferrari's disaster weekend

35:00 Monza Preview

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Did Cadillac Make the Right Choice With Bottas & Perez? | Unlapped

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:21:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Nicole Briscoe and Laurence Edmondson are back ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort. Cadillac officially announced their anticipated driver lineup for the 2026 season with Valterri Bottas and Sergio Perez set to represent Cadillac in their very first season in Formula 1. Plus, how will Max Verstappen perform at his home grand prix? Can Ferrari or Mercedes impress with a strong result? All this and more on Unlapped!

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Is Sauber the feel good story of F1 this season?

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 16:52:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Nicole Briscoe and Nate Saunders discuss the latest around the grid during the summer break. Who is the biggest surprise of the season? Who has disappointed the most? Plus, will Ferrari bounce back in the second half of the season? Finally, Nate and Nicole rank the drivers and bring some bold predictions. All this and more on Unlapped! Time Codes: 0:00 Welcome to Unlapped! 2:28 Who is the biggest surprise? 10:46 Who is the biggest disappointment? 18:15 Who will be the breakout team after the break? 21:48 Oracle stat of the week 22:35 Is Charles in for a strong two races? 29:10 Reviewing Nate's preseason predictions 35:49 Ranking the drivers in 2025 52:03 Bold predictions 58:20 Thanks for watching!

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The REAL Reason Lewis Hamilton is Struggling This Season

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 14:34:00 -0000

This week on Unlapped, ESPN's Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson break down the biggest questions heading into the Formula 1 summer break. Can Lewis Hamilton figure it out at Ferrari? Will McLaren continue to properly manage Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris as the title fight heats up? Can Yuki Tsunoda start delivering strong results again for Red Bull? Is Gabriel Bortoleto or Kimi Antonelli the rookie of the year so far? Plus, the guys answer your questions from the ESPN F1 instagram account!

00:00-00:40 Welcome! 00:40-02:50 How was Hungary/Nate's Stag Party 02:50-03:40 Biggest Questions heading into Summer break 03:40-16:15 Why is Lewis Hamilton struggling this season? 16:15-22:45 Making sense of Charles Leclercs' weekend 22:45-28:22 McLaren 1-2 at Hungary and how they've managed it 28:22-32:00 Who wins the WDC this season? 32:00-32:46 Stat of the week! 32:46-38:03 Yuki Tsunodas' future at Red Bull in doubt? 38:03-51:03 Answering your questions from ESPN F1 account! 51:03-54:57 Who has been the rookie of the year so far? 54:57-55:54 What do you eat for breakfast? 55:54-56:35 Thanks for watching!

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Will Max Verstappen spend the rest of his career at Red Bull?

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 21:00:00 -0000

Is Max Verstappen here to stay at Red Bull? Should Mercedes be in panic mode with the recent struggles that Kimi Antonelli has shown in recent weeks? Could Christian Horner find himself back in F1 next year? Is Lewis Hamilton part of the problem at Ferrari? Plus, is it do or die for Lando Norris in Hungary? Katie George, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson break it all down on Unlapped! Time Codes: 0:00 Welcome to Unlapped! 2:35 Were Max leaving Red Bull rumors overblown? 10:03 Is Christian Horner "salty" about his exit? 13:34 How panicked should Mercedes be? 17:03 What should be made of Ferrari? 23:55 Did McLaren favor Lando in Spa? 30:12 Stat of the Week 30:50 How impressive is Oscar's points streak? 32:37 How crucial is winning Hungary for Lando? 34:48 Track breakdown with Laz 37:16 Podium Predictions 40:42 Thanks for watching!

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F2 Star Jak Crawford Eyes F1 Seat

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 21:42:00 -0000

Formula 2 star Jak Crawford joins Nate Saundes to discuss his career so far, the current F2 season, his favorite drivers, and his bid for a seat in F1.

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Will Laurent Mekies be a GAME CHANGER?

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 20:37:00 -0000

Will Laurent Mekies make an immediate impact for Red Bull? Will it be another McLaren 1-2 in Belgium? Finally, what are realistic expectations for Yuki Tsunoda for the remainder of the season? Nicole Briscoe and Laurence Edmondson break it down. Plus, Nate Saunders talks with F2 driver Jak Crawford. All this, and more on Unlapped! Time Codes: 0:00 Welcome to Unlapped! 2:06 Changes at Red Bull 8:03 Will there be a new Belgian GP winner? 9:28 Track Breakdown with Laz 13:23 Teams/Drivers to look out for in Spa 16:07 Which McLaren driver has the edge? 17:58 Realistic expectations for Yuki 23:57 Jak Crawford joins the show! 36:42 Podium predictions 40:59 Thanks for watching!

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Should Verstappen Stay At Red Bull? Or Jump For Mercedes?

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 19:51:00 -0000

Rumors are swirling after social media discovered Max Verstappen and Toto Wolff's Yachts ended up in a similar spot off the coast of Italy, did the two have a secret meeting to discuss the driver's future? Will Verstappen stay at Red Bull after the Christian Horner firing? Or will Toto Wolff make him a Mercedes driver before the 2026 season begins. Plus, what does Red Bull's future look like with Laurent Mekies at the helm, and what will he mean for the programs young drivers as well as for Yuki Tsunoda. Will Cadillac go with a Bottas and Perez lineup for 2026 or will there be a surprise name that emerges? Nicole Briscoe, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders break it all down on Unlapped!

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Christian Horner FIRED! What's next for Red Bull?

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 19:22:00 -0000

Red Bull just shocked the F1 world by firing Christian Horner! What went into the decision? What's next for Horner? What's next for Red Bull? Plus, Nico Hulkenberg has finally made his way to the podium! Is this the feel-good story of the season? Nicole Briscoe and Nate Saunders break it down on Unlapped! Time Codes: 00:00 Welcome to Unlapped! 00:47 Christian Horner fired 34:29 Oracle stat of the week 37:10 Nico Hulkenberg gets his first podium

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Norris & Piastri Fight HEATING Up Ahead of Silverstone

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 21:47:00 -0000

As the title race starts to take shape, are we officially in the era of a McLaren cold war? After a disappointing result for Max in Austria, what does the rest of 2025 look like for the defending champion? Plus, what are realistic expectations for Lewis Hamilton in Silverstone? Katie George, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders break it all down on Unlapped! Time Codes: 0:00 Welcome to Unlapped! 1:51 Are the "Papaya Wars" officially on? 17:13 Is Max checked out in 2025? 20:19 What is going with George? 26:52 Oracle Stat of the Week 27:22 Expectations for Lewis in Silverstone 28:56 Race Preview 34:57 Could Bottas join Alpine 36:47 Podium Predictions 39:30 Thanks for watching!

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Is McLaren making a mistake letting Oscar and Lando race?

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 20:33:00 -0000

Is McLaren playing with fire by allowing their drivers to continue racing each other? Is Lewis Hamilton close to a breaking point with Ferrari? Could Bottas join Cadillac? Plus, who is the favorite to win in Austria? Nicole Briscoe, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders break it all down on Unlapped! Time Codes: 0:00 Welcome to Unlapped! 1:45 Is McLaren making a mistake? 5:38 Is Lewis close to a breaking point with Ferrari? 11:43 Could Bottas join Cadillac? 19:00 Could Mercedes get back-to-back wins? 21:04 Race preview with Laz 23:31 Podium Predictions 27:47 Thanks for watching!

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Are Lando's title hopes up in flames?

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 20:49:00 -0000

After a brutal DNF in Canada, is Lando Norris out of the running for WDC? Did he deserve to receive penalty points for causing a collision with his teammate? Is Fred Vasseur in the hot seat? Plus, is the Ferrari boss even really to blame for the team's troubles? Finally, Nate Saunders gives his non-spoiler review of the F1 movie. Nicole Briscoe, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders break it all down on Unlapped! Time Codes: 0:00 Welcome to Unlapped! 1:22 Is Lando out of the title hunt? 10:07 Did Lando deserve penalty points? 13:41 Did Red Bull's protest have merit? 18:02 Could George Russell join Aston Martin? 21:46 Oracle stat of the week 22:33 How impressive was Kimi's podium? 26:30 Could Fred Vasseur get fired? 36:21 South Africa and Thailand to join the grid? 40:54 Nate's non-spoiler review of the F1 movie 1:01:30 Thanks for watching!

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Is the pressure on for Lewis and Max in Canada?

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 20:04:00 -0000

It's race week in Canada! Are Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen under pressure heading into this weekend? Did F1 make a mistake by changing their calendar in 2026? Plus, what is going on with Aston Martin and Lance Stroll? Nicole Briscoe, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson break it all down on Unlapped!

Time Codes:

0:00 Welcome to Unlapped!

1:32 Who is under more pressure: Max or Lewis?

9:03 Did F1 make a mistake with their 2026 calendar?

20:55 What is going on with Lance Stroll?

22:51 Oracle Stat of the Week

24:10 Could Max retire at the end of the season?

31:04 Can Mercedes bounce back?

33:10 Canadian GP breakdown with Laz

38:14 Podium Predictions

40:34 Thanks for watching!

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Will Max make it to Silverstone without a ban?

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 22:17:00 -0000

Spain is officially in the rear-view mirror. Max is just one penalty point away from a one-race ban, can he avoid it? Plus, is he looking to leave Red Bull? Is Max vs. George officially one of the best rivalries in F1 history? Finally, is Oscar Piastri on his way to being champion in 2025? Nicole Briscoe and Laurence Edmondson break it all down on Unlapped!

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Has F1 Screwed Up the Monaco Grand Prix?

Wed, 28 May 2025 18:41:00 -0000

The Formula One season carries on to Barcelona. Did F1 screw up by implementing mandatory two stops? Has F1 outgrown Monaco? Will the Mercedes slump end? Has Ferrari officially bounced back? Plus, will new regulations slow McLaren down? Nicole Briscoe and Laurence Edmondson discuss it all on the latest episode of Unlapped.

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Did Alpine make a mistake with Colapinto?

Wed, 21 May 2025 00:10:00 -0000

The Formula One season carries on to Monaco. Alpine has more questions than answers following their decision to swap Jack Doohan for Franco Colapinto. Where does the French outfit go from here? Is Williams officially the feel-good story of the year? Plus, can Charles Leclerc be the second Ferrari driver EVER to win back-to-back Monaco GPs? Nicole Briscoe, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson discuss it all on the latest episode of Unlapped.

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How should Zak Brown manage Lando Norris vs. Oscar Piastri? 👀

Wed, 14 May 2025 18:13:00 -0000

The Formula One season heads to Italy as the a European triple head begins. McLaren team boss Zak Brown has quite the complicated situation on his hands as drivers Lando Norris & Oscar Piastri are fighting it out at the top of the Drivers Standings. Can Max Verstappen keep the pressure on the papaya duo? How will Ferrari handle being on the hot seat in at their first home race of the season? Can Lewis Hamilton bounce back after a rocky start? And WTF is going on at Alpine?! Nicole Brisco, Nate Saunders & Laurence Edmondson discuss it all on the latest episode of Unlapped. 00:00 Welcome 02:00 How does Zak Brown handle Lando vs Oscar? 13:00 WTF is going on at Alpine? 29:00 Who will drive for Cadillac in 2026? 35:30 Stat Of The Week 42:00 Imola Grand Prix Preview

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Piastri TAKES DOWN Verstappen in Miami Madness!

Sun, 04 May 2025 23:34:00 -0000

Join Liz Loza, Dalen Cuff, Ryan McGee, and Nate Saunders as we break down all the action, drama, and biggest moments from the Miami Grand Prix! From standout performances to shocking surprises, including the epic battle between Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri! We’ve got all the reactions, analysis, and fan takes you need.

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Will Lewis Hamilton salvage his 2025 F1 season? 👀 | ESPN F1

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:44:00 -0000

Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari look to have a strong showing at the Miami Grand Prix, plus the defending Miami Grand Prix race winner Lando Norris looks to make it two wins in a row at Miami. Will we see more drama between Red Bull's Max Verstappen and McLaren's Oscar Piastri? Can Mercedes fight for a race win? Plus, the crew unpacks all the recent drama surrounding the new 2026 regulations changes, Colapinto Alpine rumors, and what to make of Aston Martin's start to the 2025 season. All this and more as Nicole Briscoe, Laurence Edmondson, Nate Saunders, and Liz Loza break it all down!

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Will Lando & Oscar Have A Title Fight for The Ages?

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 23:41:00 -0000

Oscar Piastri climbed to the top of the Formula 1 Drivers Championship ahead of teammate Lando Norris, will this be a title fight for the ages? What is going on with Lewis Hamilton and is Max Verstappen still a sure bet to challenge the McLaren's in 2025? All this and more as Nicole Briscoe, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson talk through all the latest F1 storylines in this episode of Unlapped.

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Will Max Verstappen leave Red Bull in 2026?! | ESPN F1

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 00:05:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped presented by Oracle! Katie George, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders discuss the latest with Red Bull, McLaren's dominance, along with everything you need to know ahead of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

Time Codes:

0:00 Welcome to Unlapped!

2:46 Could Max leave Red Bull?

9:00 Does Red Bull survive without Max?

13:10 Who could Max drive for in 2026?

15:23 Can Red Bull turn things around by summer break?

18:08 Is Russell in the championship convo?

21:15 Oracle Stat of the Week

21:46 Has Oscar put Lando under pressure?

31:45 Will McLaren win both championships?

33:37 Laz's track breakdown

36:20 Will vintage Lewis return?

39:41 Is Doohan under threat?

46:01 Podium Predictions

51:25 Thanks for watching!

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Will F1 still have an OVERTAKING problem at Bahrain? 🇧🇭 🤔 | ESPN F1

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 16:15:00 -0000

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Will Yuki Tsunoda TAME the Red Bull in Suzuka? | ESPN F1

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 22:14:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Nicole Briscoe, Katie George, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson take you through everything you need to know before the Japanese Grand Prix. Will Yuki hit the ground running? How will Liam react to his demotion? Plus, Guenther Steiner has a shocking prediction for the 2025 season.

Time Codes:

0:00 Welcome to Unlapped!

2:09 Can Yuki 'tame' the Red Bull?

6:01 Has Red Bull sunk their own ship?

9:12 Will Liam bounce back?

15:17 Realistic expectations for Yuki

19:25 Has the perceptions of Sergio Perez changed?

20:30 Realistic expectations for Liam

21:21 Guenther predicts Oscar will be champion

23:57 Will McLaren prioritize Lando?

31:36 Suzuka track preview

33:34 Red Bull and Haas' new liveries

39:00 Can Haas score double points again?!

42:23 Has Lance silenced his critics?

47:37 Is Mercedes flying under the radar?

50:03 Can Sainz be more consistent?

54:34 Podium Predictions!

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Yuki Tsunoda REPLACING Liam Lawson? Is this the right call?! | ESPN F1

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:22:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Nicole Briscoe and Laurence Edmondson discuss whether or not it's time for Red Bull to demote Liam Lawson. Plus, what should be made of Ferrari's week in China? Also, is the Lando Norris Oscar Piastri rivalry heating up?!

Time Codes:

0:00 Welcome to Unlapped!

1:34 Yuki to replace Liam?

17:10 Can Ferrari recover?

24:19 Who's the better driver Lando or Oscar?

32:16 Rookie check-in

46:30 Making sense of Williams

50:05 Thanks for watching!

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Did we OVERHYPE Ferrari?! 🐎 🤯 | ESPN F1

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 18:26:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Nicole Briscoe and Laurence Edmondson are here to get you set on everything you need to know before the Chinese Grand Prix. Is Ferrari in for a disappointing season? Will McLaren be as dominant as Red Bull in 2023? Plus, how will the rookies fair in China?

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The HOTTEST takes going into the 2025 F1 season | Unlapped

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 18:06:00 -0000

The 2025 F1 season kicks off this weekend and we're back with Nicole Briscoe, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson to give their predictions for this Formula One season! Will this be the closest season in F1 history? Can Charles Leclerc outperform his new teammate Lewis Hamilton? Are we all forgetting about Max Verstappen and Red Bull?! Drop your Hot Takes in the comments below and join as we get ready for the Australian Grand Prix!

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All Aboard the Ferrari Hype Train!! Is Lewis Hamilton the biggest threat to McLaren? | ESPN F1

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 17:00:00 -0000

Lewis Hamilton came out of testing VERY confident, is this the year Ferrari finally ends their title drought? Are Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton the biggest threats to Mclaren and Lando Norris? Could Mercedes outperform Red Bull? And which team is the best of the rest? Welcome back to Unlapped! Nicole Briscoe, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders are here to break down everything you need to know ahead of the 2025 F1 season.

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Guenther Steiner's 2025 F1 Season Preview | ESPN F1

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 17:16:35 -0000

F1 and Drive to Survive LEGEND, Guenther Steiner, joins ESPN's Nicole Briscoe to preview the upcoming 2025 Formula One season including the continued drama around Red Bull, Max Verstappen and Christian Horner being booed at F1 75! Does Guenther think Jack Doohan can hold on to his seat? Will Charles Leclerc or Lewis Hamilton be the fastest driver in Ferrari Red? All this and more on ESPN F1's Unlapped.

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Is Red Bull being soft?! | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 22:42:06 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Nicole Briscoe and Laurence Edmondson take you through the biggest headlines in Formula One during winter testing. Is Red Bull taking what happened at F1 75 too personally? How dialed in should we be on Ferrari during winter testing? Plus, is the FIA finally receiving enough pressure to walk back their stance on swearing?

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Will Max Verstappen leave Red Bull? + Lewis Hamilton thinks Ferrari can win it all in 2025!

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 16:43:57 -0000

The Unlapped crew is back with another F1 conversation. Katie George returns and chats with Nicole Briscoe, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson as they dive into all things F175! Max quelled rumors of a $1 BILLION deal to Aston Martin, but do we think an exit from Red Bull is on the horizon? Did F175 live up to the hype? Plus Nicole has 1x1 convos with Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc! She spills all the juicy details including Lewis new found confidence on and off the track. All this and more on another episode of Unlapped!

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Lewis Hamilton & Charles Leclerc: Who is the #1 driver at Ferrari? | ESPN F1

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 20:30:00 -0000

We're back for 2025! This season Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson are joined by a new host, Nicole Briscoe! In the first episode of the 2025 season there's really only one story dominating the headlines, Lewis Hamilton's arrival at Ferrari. Was this the perfect move at the right time for Lewis Hamilton? Can Charles Leclerc handle the arrival of the biggest name in Formula One? Nate and Laurence think it will be battled out on the track, Nicole is excited for another rivalry that reaches the levels of Lewis Hamilton vs Nico Rosberg. We don't only hit Ferrari! There's new faces on the track, and we feel really bad for Jack Doohan who needs to have the greatest rookie arrival in F1 history. The bosses aren't letting Nicole fly to London so Nate and Laurence give us all the scoop on what's going on with F175!

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Christian Horner Full Interview: Sergio Perez being replaced by Liam Lawson!

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 09:05:00 -0000

Red Bull Racing will officially move on from Sergio Perez for the 2025 F1 season and welcome Liam Lawson to race next to Max Verstappen. In this exclusive interview, ESPN F1's Nate Saunders sits down with Red Bull Racing's Team Principal, Christian Horner, to discuss everything that went in to the decision, as well as why he chose Liam Lawson over Yuki Tsunoda for the second Red Bull Racing seat in 2025.

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Liam Lawson Full Interview: Lawson to race next to Max Verstappen in 2025

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 09:05:00 -0000

Liam Lawson will officially replace Sergio Perez for the 2025 F1 season. ESPN F1's Nate Saunders sits down with the new Red Bull driver to discuss the recent news, how he will approach the 2025 season, and what can we expect from a Liam Lawson and Max Verstappen combination heading into the next season of Formula One.

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Is Toto a Secret Ferrari Fan? + 2025 Predictions | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 14:03:49 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders are here to break down everything you need to know following Abu Dhabi. What should we expect from Lewis in his first season at Ferrari? How big of a downgrade will Williams be for Carlos Sainz? Plus, we give our way too early predictions for 2025.

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🚨 Checo Perez set to leave Red Bull 🚨 | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 12:48:38 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders discuss all the chaos around the grid ahead of the final race in Abu Dhabi. How will Red Bull restructure their team with Checo gone? What went into their decision? Plus, can McLaren win the constructors or will Ferrari take the lead in the final race? Finally, what are realistic expectations for Jack Doohan in his first race with Alpine?

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Max Verstappen wins 4th straight drivers championship 🏆 Mercedes 1-2 finish | ESPN F1 UNLAPPED

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 11:28:11 -0000

ESPN's Liz Loza, Spencer Hall, and Dalen Cuff react to an exciting Las Vegas grand prix! Max Verstappen finishes 5th ahead of Lando Norris to secure his 4th straight drivers championship. George Russell dominates to win his 3rd ever formula 1 race, with teammate Lewis Hamilton finishing P2 to secure a 1-2 finish for Mercedes. And Carlos Sainz rounds out the podium, with Ferrari gaining more points on Constructor championship leaders McLaren. All that and more as the unlapped crew reacts to the Las Vegas grand prix!

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George Russell takes pole in Las Vegas! Post-qualifying reaction | ESPN F1 UNLAPPED

Sat, 23 Nov 2024 11:10:10 -0000

ESPN's Liz Loza, Laurence Edmondson, Spencer Hall, and Dalen Cuff react to a drama filled qualifying session in Las Vegas. George Russell is the pole sitter with Carlos Sainz and Pierre Gasly rounding out the top 3. Max Verstappen is on the verge of his 4th straight drivers championship and he will be happy starting 1 spot ahead of his title rival Lando Norris in P5. Plus, another disaster session for Sergio Perez not making it out of Q1 and being out-qualified by both RB drivers, Yuki Tsunoda and Liam Lawson.

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Does Max Verstappen have the title in the bag? | ESPN F1 UNLAPPED

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:17:09 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! ESPN's Liz Loza, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson preview the Las Vegas Grand Prix live from the Vegas paddock! Will Max Verstappen clinch his 4th consecutive drivers championship? Will McLaren extend their lead in the constructors championship? How will the fight between Alpine and Haas play out?

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Is Lewis Hamilton Officially Past His Prime? 🤔 | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 12:00:00 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Liz Loza and Nate Saunders break down the latest news cycle from around the grid. Is Lewis officially past his prime? Where does Max stack up amongst the all-time greats? Could Colapinto have a seat in 2025? Plus, what do the departures of Wittich and Maffei mean for the F1 landscape?

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Did Lando ever have a chance? 🤔 | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 19:48:14 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! On today's episode Katie George, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders update you on both the constructors and drivers championships. What should be made of Max Verstappen's impressive drive in Brazil? Is Lando's bid for a driver's championship over? Does Alpine have real momentum? Is Checo's seat under threat? Plus, are frustrations boiling over at Mercedes?

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Can Ferrari Catch McLaren in the Constructors?! 🤯 | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 13:15:07 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! On today's episode Katie George, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson break down Ferrari's recent run of success. Can they catch up to McLaren in the constructors?! Plus, is 'Mad Max' back? Finally, does Checo deserve to lose his seat?

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Charles Leclerc Wins the U.S. Grand Prix! 🚨 | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:13:17 -0000

Charles Leclerc wins the 2024 US Grand Prix! Did Lando Norris deserve to be penalized? How disappointing was today for Red Bull? Katie George, Nicole Briscoe, Spencer Hall, Dalen Cuff, and Nate Saunders break it all down on the F1 Post-Race Show!

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Max Ready to Make a Statement at COTA? 👀 | ESPN F1 UNLAPPED

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 00:31:12 -0000

ESPN's Dalen Cuff, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson are back track side at the Circuit of the America's ahead of the United States Grand Prix! After 4 weeks off, how will the top 4 teams look with potential upgrades being added, as well as the added pressure of a sprint race weekend! Plus, what can we expect in Liam Lawson's season debut after replacing Daniel Ricciardo for the remainder of the season. 34 points up for grabs in what could be a pivotal race week in both the drivers and constructors championships!

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Is Ferrari's Title Contention Dream About to Become a Reality? | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 10:59:12 -0000

What are the chances that Ferrari will be competing for the constructors championship in 2025? Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders break it down on Unlapped. Plus, what are realistic expectations for Liam Lawson? Is Checo's seat safe? Finally, will Alpine be up for sale?

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Is F1 Saying Goodbye to Daniel Ricciardo? | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 13:37:25 -0000

Was Singapore Daniel Ricciardo's last race in Formula One? Katie George, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson break it down on Unlapped. Plus, what is going on between Max Verstappen and the FIA? Finally, does McLaren have the constructors locked up?

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Could This F1 Season Be Better Than 2021?! 👀 | ESPN F1 UNLAPPED

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 21:07:11 -0000

ESPN's Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders are back for another episode of Unlapped ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix. After an exciting race weekend in Baku, which teams are looking like the favorites heading to a tough street circuit in Singapore? Who was at fault between Carlos Sainz and Sergio Perez after their late race crash in Baku. Plus, is this setting up to be one of the greatest F1 seasons of all-time?

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Adrian Newey Puts Pen to Paper at Aston Martin | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 19:12:26 -0000

Is Aston Martin on the road to eventual title contention after signing Adrian Newey? Katie George, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson answer this question on Unlapped! Additionally, what should be made about Toto Wolff's recent comments? Plus, will the Vegas GP be more appealing to locals? Finally, is McLaren about to pass Red Bull in the constructors?!

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Is Adrian Newey to Aston Martin a guarantee?! | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 13:55:23 -0000

Will Lawrence Stroll secure Adrian Newey? Katie George, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders break this down on Unlapped. Plus, did Lando Norris or Oscar Piastri violate the ‘Papaya Rules’? Finally, did the FIA make the right decision on the front wings of McLaren & Mercedes?

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Are We Witnessing the Start of McLaren's Era? | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 11:23:29 -0000

Is this the beginning of a McLaren period of dominance? Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders answer this pivotal question on Unlapped. Plus, Sargeant is out, how will this affect Williams in 2024? Finally, what are realistic expectations for the 2025 rookies?

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How concerned should Red Bull be?! | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 20:32:21 -0000

With the departure of Jonathan Wheatley, is it time to get concerned about Red Bull's infrastructure? Will Bono remaining at Mercedes have a negative impact on Lewis Hamilton? Plus, who is in the best position to win the Dutch GP? Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders break it all down on Unlapped.

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Carlos Sainz's Decision: Joy or Regret? | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 20:58:36 -0000

Will Carlos Sainz regret his decision to sign with Williams? Is Checo's seat officially safe for the foreseeable future? Will Ollie Oakes bring stability to Alpine? Will George Russell's disqualification significantly effect the constructors standings? Katie George and Laurence Edmondson answer all this, and more on Unlapped!

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McLaren's Disappointing Decisions with Norris and Piastri 🤨 | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 13:01:41 -0000

Did McLaren taint their amazing performance in Hungary with questionable strategy? What is going on at Red Bull? Is Mattia Binotto a good hire for Audi? Which team is best suited to perform well in Spa? Katie George, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders take you through all this and more on Unlapped!

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Will Lewis Hamilton regret signing for Ferrari? 😬 | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 18:36:04 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders are here to get you set for the Hungarian GP. Will Lewis Hamilton regret leaving for Ferrari? Plus, what team will Adrian Newey join? Additionally, Haas continues its engine partnership with Ferrari; is that the right call? All this, and more!

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Lewis's GOAT Status Confirmed Again 🐐 | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 21:22:12 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Katie George, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders break down an exciting result at the British GP. Lewis is finally back in the win column! Plus, is McLaren the 'what could have been' team? Also, is Liam Lawson poised to get a permanent seat on the grid? All this and more!

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Max Verstappen vs. Lando Norris the next great Formula 1 rivalry? | ESPN F1 UNLAPPED

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 22:47:04 -0000

ESPN's Katie George, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson are back with another episode of Unlapped! After a chaotic Austrian Grand Prix, who is to blame between Max and Lando after the two collided and ruined their chances at a race win. The incident helped Mercedes get their first race win since 2022 and gave the Silver Arrows a lot of momentum heading to Silverstone for the British Grand Prix. Plus, after a string of poor performances from Sergio Perez, is it time for Red Bull to be concerned?

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Can Lando Norris be Champion in 2024?

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 15:10:26 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Katie George, Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders are here to break down the upcoming Austrian GP. Also, we'll take a look back at an exciting grand prix weekend in Spain. Plus, is it farfetched to say that Lando Norris could be world champion this year?

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2025 F1 Grid Predictions + Spanish GP Preview

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 13:42:27 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Katie George and Laurence Edmondson are here to get you set for the 2024 Spanish Grand Prix. Plus, how will the F1 grid look in 2025?

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Is F1 back to being exciting?!

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 20:12:34 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Katie George and Laurence Edmondson take you through a crazy Canadian GP. What should be made of Mercedes and McLaren's performance? Was Lewis Hamilton burned by tyre strategy? Were politics at play in the Alpine driver swap? What the heck is going on with Checo? Plus, did Daniel Ricciardo silence his doubters? All this, and more!

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Can Ferrari leave Canada atop the Constructors standings? | ESPN F1 UNLAPPED

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 22:05:38 -0000

ESPN's Katie George, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson are back for another Unlapped ahead of the Canadian grand prix. The driver market is starting to heat up as Sergio Perez and Esteban Ocon are both in the news for their racing future. What will those moves mean for Carlos Sainz? Plus, with Red Bull struggling last time out in Monaco, are they in for a similar weekend in Montreal? Can Charles Leclerc make it back to back race wins to put a bit of pressure on current WDC leader Max Verstappen?

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Has F1 Outgrown the Monaco Grand Prix?

Tue, 28 May 2024 23:03:45 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Katie George, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson take you through the latest headlines in Formula 1. Charles Leclerc has finally won his home race! Despite the exciting result, and entertaining first lap. Is there areas where the race can improve on Sunday? Plus, is Ocon's seat under threat? Will Carlos Sainz join Williams? Is the door to F1 shut on Andretti? All this, and more!

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Could Verstappen Win the Championship in a Different Car?

Thu, 23 May 2024 15:50:14 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Katie George, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson take you through the latest headlines in F1. Zak Brown claims Max could not win the WDC in a different car. Is he right?! Plus, can Charles Leclerc finally shake his demons and secure his first home race victory? Then we'll take you through the exciting news of McLaren's new Senna inspired livery and the brand new F1 arcade in Las Vegas. All this, and more!

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Can McLaren and Ferrari keep the pressure on Red Bull?

Wed, 15 May 2024 00:22:09 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Katie George, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders take you through everything you need to know before Imola. With a Lando Norris win in Miami and a Carlos Sainz win in Australia, will we finally see more parity in the sport? Or are we in for more Red Bull dominance? Laurence will walk you through how upgrades may play a role in how we answer these questions. Check out the link to his article on this subject below!

Laurence article on upgrades: https://www.espn.com/racing/story/_/id/40112185/formula-one-track-battle-catch-red-bull

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Adrian Newey set to leave Red Bull

Thu, 02 May 2024 04:21:14 -0000

Welcome to Unlapped from Miami! Katie George, Nate Saunders, Laurence Edmondson, and Spencer Hall are here to break down the latest headlines from Formula One. Including Adrian Newey's departure, Ferrari's new livery, and US Congress involvement with the Miami GP.

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Verstappen DOMINATES in China + Driver Stock Watch! 📈 | ESPN F1 UNLAPPED

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 15:29:00 -0000

ESPN"s Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson are back for another episode of Unlapped! After a dominant display in China, is this the best version of Max Verstappen we've seen yet? Is his dominance overshadowing other young drivers on the grid? Plus, we take a look at drivers and teams stock after 5 races, and whether or not the Unlapped crew is buying, holding or selling stock after an entertaining weekend in China.

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Fernando Alonso Commits to Aston Martin Through 2026 + Chinese GP preview | ESPN F1 UNLAPPED

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:17:25 -0000

ESPN's Katie George and Nate Saunders are back for another episode of Unlapped ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix. Formula 1 returns to China for the first time since 2019, and it's also the first sprint weekend of the season which should provide extra drama through the weekend. Plus, after Fernando Alonso's recent extension with Aston Martin, what does that mean for Carlos Sainz and the rest of the driver market? Will Red Bull continue to be dominant in China? Can Mercedes get some positive signs from the W15 over the weekend?

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Where Will Sergio Perez Be Racing in 2025? | ESPN F1 UNLAPPED

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 19:49:27 -0000

ESPN's Laurence Edmondson and Spencer Hall are back for another episode of Unlapped to recap the Japanese Grand Prix. After a boost of confidence from Red Bull team principal Christian Horner, is Sergio Perez looking to return to Red Bull in 2025? How long will Carlos Sainz wait to sign with a team for 2025? Will McLaren separate themselves from Aston Martin and Mercedes as the 3rd best team on the grid? Plus, an early look at the Chinese Grand prix which is returning to the F1 calendar for the first time since 2019.

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McLaren to Challenge Red Bull at Suzuka? 👀 | ESPN F1 UNLAPPED

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 17:52:05 -0000

ESPN's Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson are back for another episode of Unlapped ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka. After a dramatic Australian Grand Prix, can Ferrari and McLaren continue to bring the fight to Red Bull and push for a race win? Will Lando Norris get a shot at that elusive first f1 race win? Can Yuki Tsunoda make some noise at his home grand prix after a terrific start to his season? Plus, with Williams still without a spare chassis for the race weekend, how will that pressure affect the drivers?

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Where will Sainz race in 2025? The Mercedes W15 in trouble? | ESPN F1 UNLAPPED

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 21:27:49 -0000

Unlapped is back for another episode after an exciting Australian Grand Prix! ESPN's Katie George, Spencer Hall and F1 insider Tim Hauraney join the show to discuss one of the biggest questions in the sport right now, where will Carlos Sainz be racing in 2025? Plus, are McLaren the clear #3 team right now? Will the Mercedes W15 be competitive this season? Christian Horner keeping tabs on Yuki Tsunoda or Carlos Sainz to replace Sergio Perez?

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Can Ferrari & McLaren catch Red Bull at the Australian Grand Prix?! | ESPN F1 UNLAPPED

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 19:20:21 -0000

ESPN's Katie George, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders are back for another episode of Unlapped ahead of the Australian Grand Prix. Can McLaren or Ferrari challenge Red Bull? How will Oscar Piastri and Daniel Ricciardo fare at their home grand prix? Can Mercedes figure out a way to find some pace in the race? Haas the surprise team on the grid so far?

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Adrian Newey to Ferrari Rumors: What we know!

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 00:30:38 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped with Katie George and Laurence Edmondson! The Duo address the rumors all over social media, is Adrian Newey joining Ferrari?! What impact would this have on Lewis Hamilton? Plus, Ollie Bearman shined in his F1 debut, can he secure a permanent seat in 2025? Finally, the crew will evaluate the stock value of some of the best drivers on the grid.

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F1 Drama: Could Max Verstappen actually leave Red Bull for Mercedes? | ESPN F1 Unlapped

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 00:04:50 -0000

ESPN'S Katie George and Laurence Edmondson are back for another episode of Unlapped to break down all the chaos going on off track. What should we make of the circumstances surrounding Christian Horner? Could Max Verstappen actually join Mercedes? Could Alpine lose both of their drivers at the end of this season? Plus, what is going on with FIA president Ben Saluyem? Katie and Laurence answer all this and more!

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Saudi Arabian Grand Prix preview: Can Mercedes & Ferrari find their form? | ESPN F1 UNLAPPED

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 23:32:00 -0000

ESPN'S Katie George and Laurence Edmondson are back for another episode of Unlapped to preview the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Can anyone catch Max Verstappen and Red Bull? Will Sergio Perez be able to challenge his teammate for a race win? Can Mercedes or Ferrari get into the fight for a win?

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Bahrain GP preview: Can Mercedes or Ferrari bring the fight to Red Bull?

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 00:49:07 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! ESPN's Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson are back ahead of the first grand prix of the 2024 Formula 1 season. With the season kicking off from the familiar Bahrain International circuit, will anyone be able to give Red Bull a challenge and battle for a race win? Will McLaren or Aston Martin be fighting for podiums right from the jump? And after an impressive testing session, how quick will the newly named Visa Cash App Racing Bulls team be?

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Bahrain Testing: Max Dominates + Our First Impressions Ahead of the 2024 Season

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 22:59:43 -0000

ESPN's Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson are back for another episode of unlapped! Nate and Laurence provide updates from Bahrain after the first day of pre-season testing. Plus, with Max already a second clear of the rest of the field, are we in store for another dominant season from Red Bull and Verstappen? Will the ongoing investigation of Christian Horner be a distraction for the team? Can McLaren, Mercedes or Ferrari close the gap to the defending champions, and what’s in store for other teams like Aston Martin and the Racing Bulls?

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Lewis Hamilton's shocking decision: Was trust lost with Mercedes and Toto Wolff?

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 22:58:08 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! Katie George and Laurence Edmondson discuss the fallout of Lewis Hamilton's shocking move to Ferrari. How did Toto Wolff react to the news? Can Lewis compete in a Ferrari? Plus, what's next for both Mercedes and Carlos Sainz?

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BREAKING NEWS: Lewis Hamilton signs with Ferrari for 2025!!

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 13:59:14 -0000

Lewis Hamilton will be saying goodbye to Mercedes in 2025. The seven time World Champion has agreed a contract with Ferrari beginning in 2025, taking the F1 world by complete surprise! Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson break down one of the biggest headlines in Formula 1.

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Guenther Steiner reacts to Andretti F1 bid denial + his pick for the 2 best drivers

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 21:59:47 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped with special guest Guenther Steiner! ESPN's Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson sit down with the former Haas team principal after his sudden departure from the team. What does he think of Andretti's most recent bid being rejected? What has he been up to since leaving Haas? Does he think Red Bull's dominance will come to an end? Plus, who are his favorite drivers on the grid?!

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Should Red Bull be able to own two teams in F1?

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 22:00:20 -0000

UNLAPPED is back for 2024! ESPN F1's Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson dive into Zak Brown's comments on Red Bull's partnership with Visa Cash App RB, along with the team's "V-CARB" name change. Charles Leclerc extends his Ferrari contract beyond 2024, and Madrid will replace Barcelona in the F1 calendar starting in 2026. Plus, what do these changes mean as we see a stronger presence of street tracks in F1?

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What's next for Guenther Steiner? + Can anyone catch Red Bull in 2024?

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 21:00:00 -0000

UNLAPPED is back for 2024! ESPN F1's Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson dive into the Guenther Steiner news and the future of Haas in F1. Toto Wolff extends his Mercedes contract, and can anyone catch Red Bull in 2024?

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2023 Season Review: Max Verstappen's Dominance, Alonso, Albon and Piastri Impress

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 15:06:10 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped!! ESPN's Laurence Edmondson, Nate Saunders and Spencer Hall are here for a special season review after an exciting 2023 formula 1 season. Red Bull had one of the most dominant seasons in F1 history, but could that be a problem going forward for the sport? Can Mercedes or Ferrari make big strides after their 2023 seasons to compete with Red Bull? Will McLaren keep the momentum going after a strong second half from Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. Plus, how Daniel Ricciardo will be looking to impress early in 2024 with all eyes on Sergio Perez and how he will start after an up and down season for the Mexican driver.

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Max Verstappen wins an exciting Las Vegas Grand Prix + Perez/Leclerc epic battle

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 00:30:48 -0000

ESPN's Gary Striewski, Nicole Briscoe, Spencer Hall, Dalen Cuff, and Nate Saunders react to an exciting Las Vegas Grand Prix. Max Verstappen won his 18th race of the season, and Red Bull for the first time locked in a 1-2 finish in the driver standings.

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Does Mercedes Have Any Hope of Competing with Red Bull in 2024? 2025?

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 22:50:54 -0000

Welcome back to Unlapped! On today's episode, Katie George and Laurence Edmondson reflect on an exciting São Paulo Grand Prix, and whether Mercedes have hope going into next season against the dominant Red Bull. Fernando Alonso and Sergio Perez gave us one of the best moments of the season with their epic final lap battle for third place, plus the bad luck continues for Charles Leclerc and Ferrari. Unlapped's Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson also sat down with actor Keanu Reeves and former F1 world champion Jenson Button to discuss their new F1 documentary.

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Who Will be Racing at Red Bull in 2024? + Can Mercedes Win in São Paulo?

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 23:52:20 -0000

Katie George, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson are back ahead of the São Paulo Grand Prix from Brazil. After a catastrophic race at his home grand prix in Mexico, what did the opening lap incident mean for Sergio Perez and his racing future with Red Bull. Last year in São Paulo it was a very strong weekend for the Mercedes team, the crew breaks down if it will be a race where we can expect similar results from the silver arrows. Can Daniel Ricciardo continue his strong run of form after his best race of the season in Mexico? Can McLaren or Ferrari challenge for a race win? Will Aston Martin get a much-needed strong result?

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Do Max Verstappen and Helmut Marko Come as a Package at Red Bull?

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:35:53 -0000

Tyler Denning, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson are back ahead of the United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas. With Sergio Perez's poor run of form recently, is his seat at Red Bull in 2024 in jeopardy? Can Lewis Hamilton catch Perez in the drivers’ standings for P2? The crew also reacts to the news of Max Verstappen potentially leaving if Helmut Marko were to be let go. Plus, with this year being one of the strongest driver grids in recent memory, do we need even more teams in formula one in the future?

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Did F1 Push the Limits Too Far in Qatar?

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 14:19:46 -0000

Katie George, Nate Saunders, and Laurence Edmondson are back after an exciting Qatar Grand prix. Max Verstappen clinched his 3rd straight driver’s world championship after the sprint race on Saturday, Nate shares how the celebrations unfolded from Qatar. Laurence breaks down what Sergio Perez must do to ease the nerves of the Red Bull team with 5 races remaining in the season. Plus, could we possibly see 12 teams on the grid in formula one soon?

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Verstappen ready to clinch 3rd championship + Andretti team closer to joining F1

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 18:22:24 -0000

Katie George and Nate Saunders are back ahead of the Qatar Grand prix. Max Verstappen is on the doorstep of clinching his 3rd straight drivers’ championship, but will he do so in the sprint race on a Saturday? Michael Andretti’s hopes of joining the F1 grid soon receives a boost of confidence after the FIA approved of the teams bid to join. Will McLaren keep up their strong form and challenge Red Bull for a race win? Who will come out on top between the two teams battling for P2 in the constructors’ standings, Ferrari, or Mercedes? Plus, Nate provides an update on the status of Daniel Ricciardo and when he expects Ricciardo to return.

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Red Bull are 2023 Champions, Most Dominant F1 Season Ever?

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 18:54:22 -0000

Katie George, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders are back after an exciting Japanese Grand Prix. Red Bull are 2023 Constructors’ Champions after a dominant season, is this the most dominant year from an F1 team we have ever seen? Can McLaren sustain their impressive form after a double podium at Suzuka, including Oscar Piastri picking up his first ever podium. Plus, the race for P2 in the constructors’ standings is heating up as Ferrari continues to catch Mercedes with only 6 races left in the season. The crew also gives an update on the 2023 destructors championship, how Aston Martin's Jess Hawkins is making history and the impact of Rodin cars losing their bid to enter formula one.

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Will Red Bull Bounce Back at Suzuka? Can Ferrari go back-to-back?

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 23:42:18 -0000

Katie George, Tyler Denning, and Nate Saunders are back ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix. An intense Singapore Grand prix made for great storylines up and down the grid, as well as Red Bull finally being denied a race win. Oscar Piastri will be at McLaren after signing an extension with the team through 2026, how will that affect McLaren's plans? Will Liam Lawson or Logan Sargeant be on the grid in 2024? Plus, the crew previews the Japanese Grand Prix and debate whether they see Red Bull bouncing back quickly after not being on the podium in Singapore.

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Singapore Grand Prix preview: Will Red Bull keep the streak going?

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 14:20:12 -0000

Katie George, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders are back to preview a pivotal Grand Prix in Singapore. A new track layout has been introduced in the last sector, how will that affect the drivers physically and strategically? Helmut Marko believes with a victory in Singapore, Red Bull can win every race this year. Can Max or Checo to get the job done in Southeast Asia? Plus, silly season is upon us, with only three seats remaining for 2024 how will things shake up?

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Max makes history at Monza, but Ferrari steals the show

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:20:10 -0000

Katie George, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders are back after an exciting race from Monza. Max Verstappen made history with his 10th consecutive race win, however some people on the gird weren't too impressed with the record. Ferrari at their home grand prix did not disappoint with an exciting race to the end between Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc, something to build on for Ferrari? Plus, an update on the status of Daniel Ricciardo and when we might possibly see him return.

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Max Verstappen one win away from F1 immortality

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 23:38:08 -0000

Katie George, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders are back ahead of the Italian Grand Prix at Monza. Max Verstappen is on the doorstep of history being one win away from the all-time consecutive race win record, the crew breaks down how impressive this run from Max has been. Can Mercedes or McLaren shock everyone with a strong weekend? Plus, can Ferrari find some magic at their home grand prix?

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Max Verstappen Chasing History at Zandvoort + Ferrari Getting Closer

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 15:48:54 -0000

Katie George, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders are back ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort following the Formula one seasons summer break. Max Verstappen could tie Sebastian Vettel's consecutive race win's record with a win at his home grand prix, but how much would that record mean to Max in a record-breaking season? Can Alpine turn around their season after a tough start? And what do Ferrari and Charles Leclerc have to do to keep fighting for podiums in a competitive year behind the Red Bulls.

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A Conversation with Christian Horner: Breaking Records & Breaking Trophies

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 13:14:57 -0000

The F1 season is in summer break, Katie George, Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders caught up with Red Bull team principal, Christian Horner. They dive into the rise to domination from Red Bull, who received the bill for the broken trophies? Where does Max Verstappen fall on the GOAT list? And what is Christian Horners favorite Spice Girls song? All this and more on in this in depth conversation with Christian Horner

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The Greatest Red Bull Team EVER?! + Belgian Grand Prix Preview

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 21:55:33 -0000

Red Bull continue to dominate the 2023 F1 season after their 12th straight win in Hungary. Is this the greatest Red Bull team we have ever seen in the sport? A child breaks the news that Lewis Hamilton is signing a 2-year extension, and a BIG announcement from the F1 Academy. Katie George, Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders break down all the news plus get you ready for what looks like a wet weekend at the Belgian Grand Prix.

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Two New Teams Joining The F1 Grid?! + Hungary GP Preview

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:51:40 -0000

It's race week! Daniel Ricciardo is back on the grid & Red Bull claim to be two tenths faster! There are so many storylines to dive into for this weekend. Katie George, Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders will address the news around new teams joining the grid, the rumors around THREE teams breaking the 2022 cost cap, as well as a full Hungarian Grand Prix preview!

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Is it F1 Silly Season Already?!

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 22:13:01 -0000

The rumors have been flying all over socials since Alpha Tauri replaced Nyck De Vries with Daniel Ricciardo. Katie George, Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders dive deep into Daniel Ricciardo's return to F1, Lando Norris to Ferrari...or is it Red Bull? As well as all the other driver rumors hitting social media over the past week.

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2024 F1 Calendar Revealed! + Silverstone Grand Prix Preview

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 18:49:48 -0000

Katie George, Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders dive into the 2024 Formula 1 season after the new race calendar dropped. Is 24 races too many races? Will we see more Grand Prix's switch to Saturdays? Plus, a full British Grand Prix preview as F1 heads to Silverstone this weekend.

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Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney Join F1! + Austrian Grand Prix Preview

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 21:22:23 -0000

ESPN's Katie George and Laurence Edmondson dive into all the latest headlines surrounding Formula one, including Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney recently joining Alpines ownership. What to make of Helmut Markos recent comments regarding Christian Horner and his thoughts on rookie driver Nyck De Vries. Plus, who's in line to have a mega weekend in the Alps at the Austrian Grand Prix.

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Will Max Verstappen surpass Lewis Hamilton's all time win record?

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 14:29:37 -0000

It was a record setting weekend for Max Verstappen and Red Bull. Can Max surpass Lewis Hamilton's all time win record? Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson dive into the F1 GOAT conversation, recap the weekend at the Canadian Grand Prix and answer the important question, is Alex Albon the most underrated driver in F1 right now?

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Lewis Hamilton Nearing Mercedes Extension + Canadian Grand Prix preview

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 21:25:30 -0000

ESPN's Katie George and Laurence Edmondson break down the recent reports of Lewis Hamilton reportedly agreeing to an extension with Mercedes. Which teams or drivers need strong performances in Montreal at the Canadian Grand Prix? Will Charles Leclerc bounce back after a disaster in Spain?

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What's going on with Lewis Hamilton's contract?!

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 18:20:00 -0000

Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson break down the contract negotiations between Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes. Which driver is at risk of losing their seat? Plus all the latest news from around Formula 1 and what a timeline would look like with Christian Horner at Ferrari.

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Is it time for Aston Martin to move on from Lance Stroll? + Spanish GP Preview

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 12:48:01 -0000

Katie George and Nate Saunders dive into all the latest F1 news. Is it time for Aston Martin to find Fernando Alonso a new teammate? McLaren sign Rob Marshall, is this the next step for Lando Norris? Plus, a Spanish Grand Prix preview!

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Lewis Hamilton's time coming to an end at Mercedes?

Wed, 24 May 2023 19:00:58 -0000

ESPNs Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson are back ahead of the famous Monaco Grand Prix. After the cancellation at Imola, whats next for certain teams and the upgrades they had planned? Is Lewis Hamilton eyeing a shock move to Ferrari? Can Charles Leclerc finally find magic at his home grand prix?

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BREAKING NEWS: Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix will NOT go ahead

Wed, 17 May 2023 13:09:00 -0000

This weekend's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at Imola, Italy, will not go ahead after extreme weather resulted in flooding in the local area, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson have all the latest details.

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Major flooding in Imola + Should the FIA step in and curb Red Bull dominance?

Tue, 16 May 2023 20:44:04 -0000

Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson are back from the Miami Grand Prix and are getting you geared up for the triple-header in Europe. What does the severe weather mean for the weekend of racing action? Should the FIA curb Red Bulls dominance and does Lewis agree? Plus, a look ahead to some of the teams who have to bounce back at Imola this weekend.

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Max F$@!ng Verstappen! Miami Grand Prix Post-Race Discussion

Mon, 08 May 2023 19:26:31 -0000

Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson are joined by Spencer Hall on location at the Miami Grand Prix to break down all the weekends action. Max Verstappen has forced Katie to let it all out, how great of a movie is Deep Blue Sea? And will we see the Miami Grand Prix turn into a night race?! All this and more on this episode of Unlapped.

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Is the Perez vs. Verstappen title race legit or overhyped?

Fri, 05 May 2023 16:40:52 -0000

ESPN's Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson at 2023 Miami Grand Prix ahead of Sundays race. Are we overhyping a Perez vs. Verstappen title race or is it actually on this year? Can Ferrari stay on the podium after a solid weekend in Baku? Aston Martin or Mercedes who needs a big weekend in Miami?

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Is the new F1 sprint format a good idea? + Fernando Alonso & Taylor Swift?!+ Azerbaijan Grand Prix Preview

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 15:05:47 -0000

ESPN's Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson discuss how the new Formula 1 sprint format will change the grand prix weekend. Is it good for racing? Will there be carnage in Baku? Christian Horner claims several teams have broken the cost cap, should we believe him? And is Fernando Alonso REALLY dating Taylor Swift or is he the best troll out there?

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Could Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso end up being F1 teammates again?

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 20:54:29 -0000

ESPN's Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson are back with another episode of Unlapped. The crew reflects on interviewing Haas team principal Guenther Steiner and whether they're fans of this time off early in the F1 calendar. Plus, could we see Hamilton and Alonso end up as teammates again after Alonso's recent comments? Should Ferrari and Carlos Sainz still be upset over Australian GP chaos? Where could we see Daniel Ricciardo back on the grid potentially in 2024?

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Guenther Steiner talks Haas, Red Bull and the future of F1

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 13:52:40 -0000

ESPN's Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson sit down with Haas Team Principal and Drive to Survive star Guenther Steiner. Guenther talks about Haas’ strong start the 2023 season and how his veteran driver pairing has worked out well so far. Plus, a look into the process of putting out his first book titled “Surviving the Drive” which goes into detail on the struggles of the team in last year’s season and how much of a toll it took on himself and the team.

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Verstappen and Red Bull are SO FAST drivers think they're sandbagging!?

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 18:41:19 -0000

ESPN's Katie George, Nate Saunders and F1 journalist Chris Medland reflect on a wild Australian Grand Prix and what to make of Red Bull's dominance. Are Red Bull holding back their true pace? Could this season have started any worse for Charles Leclerc and Ferrari? Plus, who's in the doghouse after a mayhem filled Australian Grand Prix.

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Lewis Hamilton & Mercedes could be years away from Red Bull

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 14:46:42 -0000

ESPN's Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson take a closer look at gap between Mercedes and Red Bull. Will it be 6 months or years before they can close the gap? Can Alonso keep up this performance all year long? Plus, a look ahead to this weekend’s Australian Grand Prix.

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Is Aston Martin & Fernando Alonso the 2nd best team on the F1 grid?

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 13:17:52 -0000

ESPN'S Katie George, Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders welcome in Toni Cowan-Brown to discuss all the action from the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. WTF were the FIA doing? Are Aston Martin the 2nd fastest team on the grid. What's next for Ferrari? And who is in the doghouse?

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Should Charles Leclerc leave Ferrari? + Will Mercedes bounce back in Saudi Arabia?

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 17:37:27 -0000

Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson dive into all the F1 news from the week, is it time for Charles Leclerc to start looking at other teams? Is Lewis Hamilton done with Mercedes? Will we ever get a London Grand Prix and what will go down at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix?

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What is happening with Mercedes & Lewis Hamilton?!

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 19:49:21 -0000

ESPN's Katie George, Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders look back at the Bahrain Grand Prix. What is happening to Mercedes? Will Lewis Hamilton win another race EVER?! Can Red Bull be stopped and all aboard the Fernando Alonso hype train!

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Should we believe the Fernando Alonso hype? + What happened to McLaren?! + Bahrain Predictions

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 14:13:25 -0000

The first race week of the 2023 F1 season is here and Katie, Nate, and Laurence dive into all the news coming out of testing in Bahrain. Can anyone stop Red Bull? Is Fernando Alonso a dark horse for the Drivers Championship? What happened to McLaren and will Lando already be looking at new teams? Plus, our Bahrain predictions!

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Does Drive to Survive live up to the hype?

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Katie George, Laurence Edmondson, and Nate Saunders break down the first five episodes of the newest season of Drive to Survive. Is it accurate, what really went down plus, some of their favorite moments and characters from season 5 of Netflix’s F1 show.

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How long until Lewis Hamilton steps back from F1?

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 14:01:29 -0000

Katie George, Laurence Edmondson and Nate Saunders break down recent comments from Lewis Hamilton, squash rumors of a Mercedes "misfire" and explain why Ferrari set the bar for car launches. Plus Drive To Survive is only one week away!

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Who has the best livery? + Red Bull Launch Recap + Ben Sulayem steps back

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 17:16:33 -0000

Katie, Laurence and Nate are back from the Red Bull Launch in New York City, they will give their thoughts on the day and reflect on their time with Daniel Ricciardo. Who has the best car livery so far? And how will things change with Ben Sulayem stepping back?

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Daniel Ricciardo joins the show from the Red Bull Season Launch!

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 14:10:49 -0000

Daniel Ricciardo joins Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson as all four sit down at the Red Bull Season Launch to discuss Daniel's future with the team, the new partnership with Ford, who invented autographs? And why Josh Allen is Daniel's ultimate man crush. All this and more on this special episode of Unlapped.

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Formula One sends letter to FIA! + F1 bid worth $20 Billion? + Helmet cameras forever

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 14:19:11 -0000

Katie George returns from vacation and welcomes in Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson to sink their teeth into all the recent F1 news. A 20 billion dollar bid for Formula One, and the response from the FIA and the teams. Will F1 be sold in the future? How much is it really worth? Will the FIA have a say? Laurence's favorite Helmet cameras are here to stay, and whatever happened to the COTA sound guy?

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Is James Vowles a good fit for Williams? + Miami Grand Prix Changes + $30,000 F1-75 Replica

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 20:57:45 -0000

On this episode of Unlapped, Tyler Denning hosts Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson as they dive into the recent F1 2023 Calendar, Williams announcing James Vowles as team Principal, How epic will the Red Bull season launch be in New York City? The Miami Grand Prix makes big changes! And where will Laurence store his $30,000 Ferrari F1-75 replica?

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Andretti & Cadillac good for F1? + FIA Ban + Caesars $5,000,000 F1 Experience

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 15:44:51 -0000

On this episode of Unlapped, Toni Cowan-Brown joins the team as they take a deeper dive in to the recent F1 bid from Andretti and General Motors, the recent FIA ban on religious and political statements plus an announcement from Caesars that they will be selling a $5,000,000 experience for Las Vegas in November!

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2022 F1 Season Recap + What should we expect from F1 teams in 2023?

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 18:13:35 -0000

The crew welcome in ex driver James Hinchcliffe to recap each F1 teams' performance in the 2022 Formula One season. They look ahead at what we should expect in 2023 plus a few end of season awards!

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Max Verstappen vs Sergio Perez + Is Abu Dhabi Mattia Binotto's last race? + Grand Prix Preview

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 22:13:36 -0000

On this episode of Unlapped Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson react to all the Red Bull drama coming out of the Brazilian Grand Prix. Can Red Bull stop Max Verstappen? The gang talk about the recent rumors that Mattia Binotto is out at Ferrari. McLaren will go into 2023 without a completed wind tunnel and an Abu Dhabi Grand Prix preview and predictions.

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Las Vegas Launch Event + Daniel Ricciardo to Mercedes? + Brazil Grand Prix Preview

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 23:56:09 -0000

Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson dive into the Las Vegas Launch event, ticket prices and their expectations for the 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix. Is there a Red Bull leak?! Nate updates us on the rumors that Daniel Ricciardo is heading to Mercedes as a reserve driver. And a quick Brazil Grand Prix preview with some crazy predictions.

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Did the FIA punish Red Bull enough? + Verstappen breaks records in Mexico + Alonso throws shade

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 22:11:56 -0000

On this episode of Unlapped, Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson dive into the punishment handed down to Red Bull by the FIA, is it worth the risk for future teams? Max Verstappen vs Sky Sports, and a full breakdown of the Mexican Grand Prix...well the exciting parts.

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A record-breaking US Grand Prix Recap + Logan Sargeant + Mexico GP Preview

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 13:29:31 -0000

Katie George and Laurence Edmondson recap a record-breaking weekend at the United States Grand Prix. Who's to blame? George Russell or Carlos Sainz? Is Max Verstappen unstoppable? And did we see the best drive from Lewis Hamilton? Plus an American driver in F1 in 2023 and a look ahead to the Mexico Grand Prix

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Verstappen wins 2nd world championship + Gasly’s near-miss + Budget cap findings

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 21:45:25 -0000

On this episode of Unlapped, Katie George and Nate Saunders discuss Max Verstappen’s world championship win in Japan. Plus, the guys speak about Pierre Gasly’s near-miss with the tractor, the FIA’s budget findings and the latest movers in the F1 driver market.

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Budget Cap Chat + 5 More Years Of Lewis + Japanese GP Preview

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 14:57:47 -0000

On this episode of Unlapped, Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson discuss the controversy surrounding the budget cap and whether Max Verstappen could be stripped of his maiden title. Toto Wolff says Lewis Hamilton could stay in F1 for another 5-years, the team discuss whether they think this will happen. Plus, all the permutations for Max winning the title this week at the Japanese Grand Prix.

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2023 F1 Calendar Reaction + Driver Market Discussion + Singapore GP Preview

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 22:33:06 -0000

On this episode of Unlapped, Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson give their thoughts on the recent F1 2023 calendar release and discuss whether 24 races and 6 sprint races is a good idea. The driver market is heating up and the team give their thoughts on who falls where, and it's been three weeks without any race action! The team will dive into this weekend's Singapore Grand Prix.

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Is Max Verstappen hitting Michael Schumacher levels already? + Monza Recap + Hulkenberg to Haas?

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 14:47:30 -0000

On this episode of Unlapped Katie George and Laurence Edmondson break down another impressive performance by Max Verstappen. Are we seeing him hit the levels of Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton in their prime? The crew dives into all the action in Monza and debate if the FIA should have handled things differently. Plus, there are still plenty of seats open in 2023, who will fall where?

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Should the FIA make an exception for Colton Herta? Is the Tsunoda conspiracy real?!

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 13:16:32 -0000

On this episode of Unlapped Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson discuss whether the FIA should make an exception for Indy car driver, Colton Herta, and allow him to race in F1 in 2023. Plus, a deep dive into the Dutch Grand Prix, how close was Mercedes from winning the race? Should the Ferrari "wheel guy" be thrown in the doghouse? And is the Yuki Tsunoda conspiracy real?

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Is Max Verstappen human? What's next for Piastri? Plus, a look ahead to the Dutch Grand Prix.

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 15:50:00 -0000

On this episode of Unlapped Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson dive in to the latest F1 news, recap the Belgian Grand Prix and ask the important question, "Is Max Verstappen human?" plus a look ahead to what to expect this weekend at the Dutch Grand Prix.

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McLaren say goodbye to Daniel Ricciardo, Belgian GP Preview and will we see Spa in 2023?

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 14:21:47 -0000

On this episode of Unlapped Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson react to McLaren announcing Daniel Ricciardo's departure at the end of the year. What is next for Ricciardo? How will the rest of his season shake out? They look at new rules heading into the Belgian Grand Prix, will Mercedes inch closer to Ferrari and Red Bull? Plus, why F1 needs to be careful when considering removing Spa from the 2023 race calendar.

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Do Ferrari take themselves too seriously? What's next for Danny Ricciardo and Mclaren?

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 19:59:00 -0000

Katie George and Spencer Hall recap all the latest F1 news and take a deeper dive into the first half of the season. Does Mattia Binnoto deserve to be at Ferrari in 2023? What happens next for Daniel Ricciardo? And how well will Piastri fit alongside Lando Norris? All this and more on this episode of Unlapped.

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Oscar Piastri Snubbs Alpine, Ferrari Fail Again and Verstappen Puts on a Masterclass

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 13:44:43 -0000

Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson crack open all the latest F1 drama as Alonso announces he will leave Alpine in 2023 after Sebastian Vettel leaves a seat open at Aston Martin. The crew reacts "live" to Oscar Piastri snubbing Alpine. And Ferrari have another strategy meltdown as Max Verstappen cruises into summer break.

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French Grand Prix Recap, Hungary Preview

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 20:25:21 -0000

On this episode of Unlapped, Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson dive in to the French Grand Prix as they dissect Charles Leclerc's race losing mistake and Ferrari's questionable pit strategy, set expectations for Mercedes after a 2nd and 3rd place for Lewis Hamilton and George Russell and preview the Hungarian Grand Prix.

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French Grand Prix Preview

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 16:05:00 -0000

Join Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson on ESPN's new Formula One show, Unlapped as they preview the 2022 French Grand Prix. The gang breaks down recent news and noise surrounding F1, dive into the current standings and what we can expect from the teams and drivers this race weekend, as well as ask an important question. Is the French Grand Prix trophy the greatest trophy on the F1 calendar? All this and more on Unlapped!

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Driver Introductions

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 16:03:00 -0000

On this episode of Unlapped, Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson introduce you to some of their favorite drivers, their journeys into F1 and what they are like both on the track and off the track. From multiple time World Champions to up and coming superstars, this episode gets you caught up to speed on some of the greatest F1 drivers on the grid.

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F1 for Noobies

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 16:02:18 -0000

Join Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson on ESPN's new Formula One show, Unlapped. In this episode the gang break down F1 for all the newcomers to the motorsport. They look at teams like Red Bull, Ferrari and Mercedes, dive into their history and where they find themselves in the 2022 season, as well as get you caught up to speed on all the F1 lingo and answer some of the most important questions F1 fans have. Do F1 drivers go to the bathroom in their suits? All this and more on Unlapped!

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Introducing 'Unlapped'

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 13:52:59 -0000

Welcome to Unlapped, a weekly Formula One show from ESPN. Join Katie George, Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson as they geek out about F1 and the personalities behind it. Each Unlapped episode will serve both the new F1 fan and the seasoned motorhead. We’ve got nerdy race analysis, driver interviews, special guests, and heated debates. Unlapped is your one stop shop for all things F1.

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