In the second part of our Driver Factory deep-dive, we delve into the world of junior driver academies, breaking down how different F1 teams train high-potential talent, the strategic maneuvering behind seat selections, and why image, connections, and perfect timing can make or break a career in Formula 1.

We also explore ongoing initiatives to bring more diverse talent and women into the sport. And yes, we’re doing it all with a snakes-and-ladders-style game that makes the journey to the grid fun (and just a little bit chaotic).

This episode wraps up our two-part special on how F1 talent is made. In Part 1, we covered the entire pipeline from karting to F3, the eye-watering costs that can run into the millions, and the ongoing controversy around pay drivers, so if you haven’t listened to that yet, go check it out.

We’ll be back next week with a brand-new race episode for the Belgian Grand Prix, so hit subscribe and stay tuned!

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In this episode of the Grand Pricks podcast, we dive deep into the world of motorsport and explore how Formula 1 drivers are made from their early karting days to reaching the pinnacle of racing.

We follow the exciting journey of a fictional driver while breaking down the financial demands of advancing through the ranks, revealing how the road to F1 can cost millions. With such high barriers, are we watching the most skilled drivers on the grid, or just the wealthiest?

Make sure you subscribe, so you don't miss part two, where we'll examine junior driver programs, team politics, and how development academies shape futures in Formula 1, while also discussing efforts to promote diversity in motorsport.

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No one expected to check the news on a random Wednesday after the British Grand Prix and find out that, after 20 years at the helm, Red Bull team principal Christian Horner had been sacked.

In this bonus episode, recorded straight after our 9-5s because we’re just that dedicated, we unpack Horner’s legacy, from becoming the youngest-ever team principal in 2005 to building one of the most dominant teams in F1 history. We explore the rise, the 2024 scandal that turned the tide of public opinion, and how this season’s underperformance may have pushed Red Bull to a breaking point.

We also dive into the speculation surrounding his departure: what might have led to it, how it could affect Max Verstappen’s future, including the growing rumours of a move to Mercedes, and what this could mean for Ferrari’s team principal Frédéric Vasseur, whose contract remains unsigned.

We’ll be back with our regular episodes next week during the break before the Belgian Grand Prix, featuring the first of a special two-part deep dive on the making of an F1 driver. Make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss it.

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