Brad enters the Pitt-lane - 2023 British GP Preview

Even if Max Verstappen-Red Bull Racing dominate yet another race this season, the 2023 British Grand Prix will be remembered for when a movie was shot during a real Grand Prix weekend. Yes, Brad Pitt's Formula 1 movie will be shot in between all the official racing sessions at Silverstone. But you probably already know this...!

We love when other forms of entertainment embrace Formula 1 to narrate a story or two. Lewis Hamilton's involvement in Brad Pitt's under-production movie (rumoured to be called Apex) could make this the most-realistic Formula 1 movie ever?

We're hosting a live race screening for Formula 1 fans in Mumbai for the 2023 British Grand Prix.

Where: Khar SOCIAL

When: 9th July, 6.30 pm onward (IST)

Soumil Arora will host a pre/post race interaction & F1 quiz for all attendees.

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In this episode of the Inside Line F1 Podcast, Soumil Arora, @f1statsguru aka Sundaram and Kunal Shah preview the upcoming 2023 British Grand Prix. Apart from the 11th team on the grid, modified liveries and helmet designs, modified cars via upgrades will be the key talking points this weekend.

This race is the home race for at least 8 teams on the grid (Haas and AlphaTauri have remote operations in the UK, too), so we expect everyone to pile on as many upgrades to their cars as possible. And of course, a 'normal' Grand Prix weekend format means that teams will have three Free Practice sessions to test their upgrades, too.

Will Fernando Alonso-Aston Martin return to their podium-scoring ways? Can Ferrari continue to marginally outscore Mercedes and Aston Martin for 2nd place in the Constructors' Championship? Can Sergio Perez get it right in Qualifying? Can Lewis Hamilton and Nico Hulkenberg continue their scoring ways at Silverstone? And what about the new Pirelli compound, could it stop Red Bull Racing in any way?

Lots of stories and narratives to look forward for the 2023 British Grand Prix, tune in!

(Season 2023, Episode 34)

Follow our host on Twitter: Soumil Arora, @f1statsguru and Kunal Shah

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**Episode Overview:**

- The upcoming British Grand Prix weekend at Silverstone will witness a unique event: the filming of a Formula One movie starring Brad Pitt. This marks a significant moment where entertainment and Formula One collide, potentially creating the most realistic Formula One movie ever.

- The Inside Line F1 Podcast team, consisting of Soumil Arora, Sundaram, and Kunal Shah, preview the British Grand Prix, discussing various aspects such as team upgrades, driver performances, and potential storylines.

- The race is a home event for at least eight teams on the grid, leading to expectations of numerous upgrades and modifications to cars.

- Key questions surround the return of Fernando Alonso and Aston Martin to podium contention, Ferrari's ability to maintain its advantage over Mercedes and Aston Martin in the Constructors' Championship, Sergio Perez's qualifying performance, and the potential impact of a new Pirelli tire compound on Red Bull Racing's dominance.

- The episode highlights the excitement surrounding the introduction of two new American drivers, Brad Pitt and Joshua Pearce, as well as the addition of an 11th team, Apex Racing, to the Formula One grid.

- The hosts engage in light-hearted banter and trivia, discussing the teams that do not have their bases in the United Kingdom.

- Upgrades and modifications to cars are expected across the grid, with teams aiming to maximize their performance at their home race.

- The British Grand Prix is known for its thrilling first-lap action and close battles, making it an exciting spectacle for fans.

- The episode acknowledges Max Verstappen's dominance and the possibility of him extending his winning streak. However, the hosts express hope for a different race winner, citing the law of averages and the potential for an upset.

- The unique characteristics of the Silverstone circuit are discussed, including the absence of DRS on the main straight due to the lack of a braking point at Turn 1.

- The episode touches upon the challenges faced by Sergio Perez in qualifying and the need for him to perform well in the upcoming race weekend.

- The hosts discuss the recently announced Formula One calendar for 2023, which features 24 races and includes changes such as Japan being moved to April. They express concerns about the length of the calendar and the potential impact on teams and drivers.

- The episode concludes with a focus on Ferrari's recent performance and its ability to outscore Mercedes and Aston Martin since the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The hosts speculate on whether this trend will continue and which driver will challenge Carlos Sainz at the British Grand Prix. # Inside Line F1 Podcast - British Grand Prix 2023 Preview

## Introduction:

- The upcoming British Grand Prix at Silverstone will be a unique event as Brad Pitt's Formula 1 movie, rumored to be titled "Apex," will be filmed during the race weekend.
- Lewis Hamilton's involvement in the movie could potentially make it the most realistic Formula 1 movie ever.

## Race Preview:

- The British Grand Prix is a home race for eight teams, and upgrades will be a key factor in determining performance.
- Fernando Alonso and Aston Martin will aim to return to the podium, while Ferrari will look to maintain its advantage over Mercedes and Aston Martin in the Constructors' Championship.
- Sergio Perez will hope to improve his qualifying performance, and Lewis Hamilton and Nico Hulkenberg will look to continue their points-scoring streak at Silverstone.
- The new Pirelli compound could potentially hinder Red Bull Racing's dominance.

## Midfield Battle:

- The midfield is expected to be highly competitive, with McLaren, Alpine, AlphaTauri, and Williams bringing upgrades to their cars.
- Nico Hulkenberg is a strong contender for a good result at Silverstone, having scored in his last eight races at the track.
- Yuki Tsunoda has emerged as the lead driver at AlphaTauri and will be aiming to continue his improved form.
- Logan Sargent will be looking to build on his recent points-scoring finish in Austria.

## Track Characteristics:

- The track characteristics at Silverstone, such as high-speed corners and long straights, will play a role in determining the performance of different teams.
- The weather and track conditions can also impact the outcome of the race, leading to fluctuations in performance and results.

## Conclusion:

- The British Grand Prix promises to be an exciting event with close battles throughout the field.
- The mix of upgrades, weather, and track characteristics will create unpredictable and entertaining racing.
- Fans are encouraged to join the Inside Line F1 Podcast team in Mumbai for a live race screening and interactive discussion.