Podcast: F1 Fanfiction
Published Date:
Wed, 26 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Duration:
3596
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As the 2021 Season of F1 has ended, we want to officially close out Season 1 of F1 Fanfiction with our Review of 2021 Season of F1. Thank you everyone for your support through our maiden season of F1FanFiction. Your constant love and support and our love of the sport has been a driving factor behind doing this weekend after weekend.
In this Episode we discuss:
Shoutouts:
Join us at Socials:
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Music:
Intro: Howling (Sting) - Gunnar Olsen
Outro: Your Intro by Audionautix
## F1 Fan Fiction Season 1 Finale: Reviewing the 2021 Season
### Introduction
* Hosts Akash and Saran express gratitude to their listeners for their support and enthusiasm throughout the first season of the F1 Fan Fiction podcast.
### Team-by-Team Review of the 2021 Season
**Mercedes:**
* Bottas: Despite securing fastest lap points, his career may have ended with the Imola crash involving Russell.
* Hamilton: Started the season with pressure and made mistakes, but later showed dominance, winning four consecutive races.
**Red Bull:**
* Perez: Understood his assignment as the second driver, played a crucial role in supporting Verstappen's championship bid.
* Verstappen: Showed growth and maturity, delivered a composed performance, and ultimately won the championship.
**Ferrari:**
* Sainz: Driver of the season, beat his more experienced teammate Leclerc, and consistently extracted the most out of the car.
* Leclerc: Struggled to adapt to the car, had a difficult start to the season, but showed improvement later on.
**McLaren:**
* Ricciardo: Had a disappointing season, failed to match his teammate Lando Norris, and struggled to adapt to the car.
* Norris: Beat Ricciardo, had a strong start to the season, but faced challenges later on.
**Alpine:**
* Alonso: Surprised many with his strong performance, enjoyed driving a competitive car, and had several impressive races.
* Ocon: Scored Alpine's first win in Hungary, showed great defending skills, and formed a good partnership with Alonso.
**Other Teams:**
* Pierre Gasly: Deserving of a better seat, had a solid season with AlphaTauri.
* Yuki Tsunoda: Had a rollercoaster of a season, showed potential but also made mistakes.
* Sebastian Vettel: Had a difficult season with Aston Martin, often criticized for his performance and incidents.
* Lance Stroll: Had a quiet season, failed to make a significant impact.
* Nicholas Latifi: Often labeled as the "most overrated driver in F1," had a challenging season.
* George Russell: Impressed in his substitute role at Mercedes, earned a full-time seat for 2022.
* Antonio Giovinazzi: Failed to impress in his final season with Alfa Romeo.
* Kimi Raikkonen: Said goodbye to F1 with a solid performance, scored points in his final race.
* Mick Schumacher: Showed promise in his rookie season, kept his father's legacy alive.
* Nikita Mazepin: Had a difficult rookie season, often involved in incidents and criticized for his performance.
### Awards (voted by listeners):
* Driver of the Season: Carlos Sainz
* Rookie of the Season: Fernando Alonso
* Most Improved Driver: Sergio Perez
* Best Overtake: Max Verstappen on Lewis Hamilton (Abu Dhabi)
* Best Race: Hungary
* Most Controversial Moment: Abu Dhabi Safety Car and Race Finish
* Biggest Disappointment: Daniel Ricciardo
* Funniest Moment: Kimi Raikkonen's radio messages
### Shoutouts:
* Cold Brew Money: YouTube channel where they invest their own money and analyze companies to invest in.
* DesiMontana: Spotify musician and friend of the show, check out his latest album "The Peanut Butter Jam Band."
* StatsHuman: Blog covering the latest news for IPL and some F1 as well.
### Conclusion
* The hosts express their appreciation for the listeners' support and invite them to join the podcast's social media channels.
* The podcast's theme music is mentioned:
* Intro: "Howling (Sting)" by Gunnar Olsen
* Outro: "Your Intro" by Audionautix # F1 Fanfiction Season 1 Review: A Comprehensive Summary
## Introduction:
The podcast "F1 Fanfiction" hosted by Akash and Sarang concludes its first season with a comprehensive review of the 2021 Formula One season. This summary encapsulates the key discussions, insights, and highlights from the podcast episode.
## Bottas: Mercedes' #1 Driver:
- Bottas emerged as Mercedes' number one driver, delivering consistent performances throughout the season.
## Hamilton: Rookie Mistakes and Beast Mode:
- Hamilton displayed moments of brilliance and determination, showcasing his exceptional skills.
- However, he also made some uncharacteristic mistakes, raising questions about his focus and consistency.
## Perez: Understanding the Assignment:
- Perez adapted well to Red Bull, delivering strong performances and playing a crucial role in the team's success.
- He demonstrated his ability to adapt to different circumstances and contribute to the team's overall strategy.
## Verstappen: Cool as a Cucumber (Mostly):
- Verstappen displayed composure and maturity, maintaining his focus and delivering impressive performances.
- However, he had moments of frustration and aggression, leading to some controversial incidents.
## Sainz: Driver of the Season:
- Sainz emerged as a standout performer, consistently delivering impressive results and outperforming his teammate, Charles Leclerc.
- He earned the title of "Driver of the Season" for his exceptional performances.
## Leclerc: Driver #2 at Ferrari?:
- Leclerc faced challenges in adapting to the new Ferrari car, struggling to match Sainz's performances.
- Questions arose about his status within the team, with some suggesting he may have become the second driver behind Sainz.
## Ricciardo: What Was He Doing?:
- Ricciardo endured a difficult season with McLaren, failing to adapt to the car and struggling to find his rhythm.
- His performances fell short of expectations, leading to speculation about his future with the team.
## Lando: Beaten by Sainz:
- Norris faced a tough challenge in Sainz, who outperformed him consistently throughout the season.
- Norris struggled to match Sainz's pace and results, resulting in a disappointing season for him.
## Alonso: Rookie of the Season:
- Alonso made a remarkable return to Formula One, impressing everyone with his performances and consistency.
- He earned the title of "Rookie of the Season" for his exceptional comeback and strong results.
## Ocon: Defends Like a Lion:
- Ocon displayed exceptional defensive skills, earning a reputation for his ability to hold off opponents and protect his position.
- His defensive prowess became a highlight of his performances during the season.
## Gasly: Get This Man a Good Seat!:
- Gasly continued to impress with his performances, showcasing his talent and potential.
- He demonstrated his ability to extract the maximum from the Alpha Tauri car, earning praise from fans and experts alike.
## Tsunoda: Rollercoaster of a Season:
- Tsunoda experienced a challenging season, marked by both impressive performances and costly mistakes.
- His inconsistency and tendency to make errors hindered his progress and resulted in a mixed bag of results.
## Vettel: FIA's Public Enemy #1:
- Vettel faced a difficult season, plagued by bad luck and questionable decisions by the FIA.
- His frustration with the FIA grew throughout the season, leading to several controversial incidents and public criticism.
## Stroll: Strolled:
- Stroll's performances were largely unremarkable, failing to make a significant impact or challenge the top drivers.
- He struggled to extract the maximum from the Aston Martin car, resulting in a disappointing season.
## Latifi: "Most Overrated Driver in F1" - Advait Deodhar:
- Latifi faced criticism for his underwhelming performances, leading to questions about his ability and suitability for Formula One.
- His lack of pace and frequent mistakes drew negative attention and resulted in calls for his replacement.
## Russell: Mr. Saturday:
- Russell continued to impress in qualifying, earning the nickname "Mr. Saturday" for his exceptional performances on Saturdays.
- However, his race results often fell short of his qualifying pace, highlighting the need for improvement in racecraft.
## Giovinazzi: Italian Jesus Fails to Impress:
- Giovinazzi struggled to make a mark, failing to deliver consistent performances or challenge his teammate, Antonio Giovinazzi.
- His lack of pace and inability to capitalize on opportunities resulted in a disappointing season.
## Kimi: Goodbye Ice Man!:
- Kimi Raikkonen retired from Formula One at the end of the season, marking the end of an era.
- He received tributes and recognition for his exceptional career and contributions to the sport.
## Mick: Saved Daddy's Legacy:
- Mick Schumacher showed promise in his rookie season, displaying glimpses of his father's talent and potential.
- His performances helped preserve the Schumacher legacy and raised hopes for his future in Formula One.
## Mazepin: 21/20:
- Mazepin's season was marred by incidents, crashes, and questionable driving, earning him the nickname "21/20" for his tendency to finish last.
- His lack of experience and poor judgment resulted in a difficult season for him and his team.
## Awards:
- The podcast hosts presented awards to recognize outstanding performances and moments from the season.
- The winners included Bahrain GP for "Best Track for Overtaking," Perez vs. Hamilton in Abu Dhabi for "Best Defense," Abu Dhabi GP for "Shittiest Penalty or Lack Thereof," and Saudi Arabian GP for "Worst Track."
## Conclusion:
The podcast hosts expressed their gratitude to their listeners and supporters for making Season 1 of F1 Fanfiction a success. They promised to return with even more exciting and thrilling episodes in Season 2, including a pre-season discussion, predictions, and analysis of the upcoming 2022 season.