On Lap 70 of the Lap Zero Podcast, we break down the tire struggles at Bristol and what they meant for the race, plus Josh Berry’s run of tough luck. We dive into the newly released 2026 IndyCar schedule—what’s fresh, what’s missing, and what it means for the series. Finally, we preview Formula 1’s return to the streets of Baku this weekend.

Lap Zero Podcast – Lap 69 This week, we kick things off with Daniel Ricciardo’s new role as a Global Ambassador for Ford before shifting gears to NASCAR at Gateway. We break down the drama between Chase Elliott and Josh Berry, the Larson–Blaney spin, and what it all means for playoff hopes heading into Bristol. On the Formula 1 side, we dive into McLaren’s strategy decisions at Monza and look ahead to how the future F1 calendar could shake out.

Want to apologize for our mics on Lap 69!!!

The playoffs are here, and NASCAR’s first race has already shaken up the field—who’s in trouble, and who’s looking strong? Over in Formula 1, Lando Norris suffers an engine failure—does he still have a path back into the championship fight? And in IndyCar, with Will Power and Colton Herta stepping away from their seats, where could they be headed next, and who will fill the void? We break down the biggest stories across racing this week.

NASCAR dodged a bullet with Ryan Blaney’s big win — but who really caused “the big one,” and did it actually make the race better? We break it all down. Plus, Cadillac reveals its driver lineup — is it the right call? And with Formula 1 finally back this weekend, we dive into how the championship fight could unfold from here.

Antonio and Norman discuss the NASCAR playoff picture, highlighting how Austin Dillion shacks up the standings after the Richmond race. The lawsuit by 23IX racing lawsuit against NASCAR, and discussing who is in the wrong. Formula 1 is returning in less then two weeks, and what will unfold in the upcoming 10 rounds. Finally, Lamborghini has decided to discontinue their GTP program.

What is wrong with NASCAR and what we think can fix it. Red Bull makes changes and will it help before Ford comes in next season. GM making headlines and are they true. Tight points battle for the drivers championship between Piastri and Norris, who will win it all with 10 races left.

In this episode, Antonio and Norman dive into an action-packed weekend of motorsport, starting with a look at the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans. They break down the drama and strategy of the F1 Grand Prix in Montreal before wrapping up with an in-depth look at NASCAR's thrilling debut in Mexico City. From high-speed battles to standout performances, it’s a global tour of racing you won’t want to miss.

In this high-speed episode, Antonio and Norman break down the latest in motorsport action. They discuss Denny Hamlin's thrilling victory at the FireKeepers Casino 400 in Michigan, the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal where Max Verstappen aims for a record fourth consecutive win, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans, where for Antonio's sake, hopefully Ferrari can 4-peat. Tune in for insights and predictions on these exciting races.