Tim (under) Cook-ed the Chequered Flag - 2022 United States GP Review
Inside Line F1
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Published Date
Mon, 24 Oct 2022 12:41:29 +0000
Duration
1447
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For a Grand Prix that was well-cooked, Apple's Tim Cook definitely under-cooked the chequered flag at the Circuit of the Americas for the 2022 United States Grand Prix.
In this episode of the Inside Line F1 Podcast: Soumil and Kunal review the 10th anniversary edition of the United States Grand Prix - a race that gave us Versappen vs. Leclerc, Verstappen vs. Hamilton, Hamilton vs. Vettel AND Vettel vs. lots of others. And of course, this was the most-Alonso-esque race for Fernando Alonso...who then lost a great result in the typical Alonso fashion. Smartly played by Haas? Tune in!
(Season 2022, Episode 64)
Follow our hosts: Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah
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**Hosts:** Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah
**Summary:**
* The 2022 United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas was a thrilling race full of drama and excitement.
* The race featured several captivating battles, including Verstappen vs. Leclerc, Verstappen vs. Hamilton, Hamilton vs. Vettel, and Vettel vs. Magnussen.
* Fernando Alonso had a particularly eventful race, crashing and receiving a penalty, but still managing to recover and finish in the points.
* Max Verstappen won the race, securing his second victory in the USA in the same year and tying Michael Schumacher and Sebastian Vettel for the most wins in a season (13).
* Charles Leclerc finished in third place, extending his streak of consecutive podium finishes to five.
* Lewis Hamilton finished in second place, marking his first podium finish since the summer break.
* Carlos Sainz had a disappointing race, retiring on the first lap after a collision with George Russell.
* Mick Schumacher and Kevin Magnussen had contrasting fortunes, with Magnussen scoring points and Schumacher finishing outside the points due to a strategic error by his team.
* Logan Sargent was announced as a Williams Formula 1 driver for 2023, but the announcement lacked fanfare.
* The Constructors' Championship battle is heating up, with Aston Martin, Alfa Romeo, and Haas all vying for positions in the top six.
* The FIA's decision on the budget cap breach is expected to be announced before the Mexican Grand Prix.
**Key Insights and Perspectives:**
* Vettel's overtake on Magnussen was a highlight of the race, demonstrating his skill and experience.
* Verstappen's victory showcases his dominance and his ability to overcome challenges.
* Leclerc's podium finish highlights his consistency and his potential to challenge for the championship in the future.
* Hamilton's return to the podium is a positive sign for Mercedes, who have struggled for pace this season.
* Sainz's retirement is a reminder of the unpredictable nature of Formula 1.
* The Constructors' Championship battle is poised to be a close and exciting one.
* The FIA's decision on the budget cap breach will have significant implications for Red Bull and the other teams involved.
**Overall, the 2022 United States Grand Prix was a thrilling and entertaining race that provided plenty of talking points and storylines for fans and pundits alike.**