Who is a Lance Stroll fan? 2023 Canadian GP Preview

Seriously, who is a fan of Lance Stroll? From the top-4 teams, he looks farthest from a podium finish despite racing a car that's scored five podiums this year. In fact, six drivers have scored their maiden Formula 1 win in Canada through history but it seems highly unlikely that Stroll Jr. will add his name to this list.

Anyway, Aston Martin are bringing upgrades to their car for the 2023 Canadian Grand Prix. Let's see if Fernando Alonso's wish to 'crush' Mercedes comes true.

In this episode of the Inside Line F1 Podcast, Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah preview the upcoming race at Circuit Giles Villeneuve. Red Bull Racing's dominant run could see them match Mercedes' best race-winning streak from 2019 - 8 wins on the trot. In fact, Red Bull Racing could celebrate a century of wins - becoming only the 5th constructor in the history of sport to do so.

Mercedes will be out to prove that their double podium result in Spain wasn't track or weather dependent. The buzz around Ferrari will be around their historic win in Le Mans. And finally, will Williams repay Red Bull Racing the favour while declaring the upgrades on Alexander Albon's car?😉

Tune in!

(Season 2023, Episode 29)

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

Image courtesy: Aston Martin Formula One Team

**Overview**

The Inside Line F1 podcast, hosted by Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah, previews the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix. The race marks the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the safety car in Formula One, and there is excitement surrounding Ferrari's recent victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

**Red Bull's Dominance**

Red Bull Racing is the dominant team in Formula One, having won the last seven races in a row. They are poised to extend their winning streak in Canada and could potentially reach 100 total wins, becoming only the fifth constructor to achieve this milestone. Max Verstappen is also on the verge of equaling Ayrton Senna's record of 41 race wins.

**Mercedes' Response**

Mercedes, the previous dominant team in Formula One, is looking to bounce back from a disappointing Spanish Grand Prix. They have brought upgrades to their car for Canada and will be hoping to prove that their double podium finish in Spain was not just a result of favorable track conditions.

**Ferrari's Momentum**

Ferrari is riding high after their historic win at Le Mans. The team is hoping to carry this momentum into Formula One and challenge for podium finishes. Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc are both yet to secure a podium this season.

**Williams' Gesture to Red Bull**

Williams Racing is reportedly only bringing upgrades to Alexander Albon's car for the Canadian Grand Prix. This is seen as a gesture of gratitude to Red Bull Racing, who credited Williams for inspiring their diffuser design.

**Other Talking Points**

* Lance Stroll's lack of success at his home race, despite having a grandstand named after him.
* Fernando Alonso's desire to "crush" Mercedes in Canada.
* The potential impact of rain on the race.
* The battle for second place in the championship between Lewis Hamilton, George Russell, Carlos Sainz, and Charles Leclerc.
* The introduction of a new awareness rating system for Formula One drivers, which has generated controversy.

**Conclusion**

The Canadian Grand Prix promises to be an exciting race with several storylines to follow. Red Bull Racing is the favorite to win, but Mercedes, Ferrari, and other teams will be hoping to challenge their dominance. The weather and the performance of the upgraded cars will also play a role in determining the outcome of the race. # Inside Line F1 Podcast: Preview of the 2023 Canadian Grand Prix

## Introduction:

The Inside Line F1 Podcast hosts, Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah, delve into the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix, analyzing the prospects of various teams and drivers. They discuss the potential for Red Bull Racing to match Mercedes' historic winning streak and become the fifth constructor to achieve 100 race victories.

## Aston Martin's Upgrades and Fernando Alonso's Aspirations:

Aston Martin is bringing upgrades to their car, raising expectations for Fernando Alonso's performance. The hosts discuss Alonso's desire to "crush" Mercedes and the possibility of him securing a podium finish.

## Red Bull Racing's Dominance and Mercedes' Response:

Red Bull Racing's dominant run continues, with the potential to match Mercedes' record of eight consecutive race wins from 2019. Mercedes aims to prove that their double podium result in Spain was not solely dependent on track or weather conditions.

## Ferrari's Historic Win and Williams' Gesture:

The buzz surrounding Ferrari stems from their historic victory at Le Mans. Williams, on the other hand, may reciprocate Red Bull Racing's gesture by declaring upgrades on Alexander Albon's car.

## Qualifying Intrigue and McLaren's Dilemma:

The hosts anticipate an exciting qualifying session with tight gaps between drivers. McLaren faces a dilemma due to Canada's circuit characteristics, which may expose their weakness in slow corners despite their traditional strength in low temperatures.

## Fantasy Team Picks and Predictions:

The hosts offer their predictions for the race, with Soumil Arora favoring George Russell for P1 in Formula 1.5 and Kunal Shah expecting a bold statement from Fernando Alonso regarding Lance Stroll.

## Live Event in Mumbai:

The hosts invite listeners in Mumbai to attend a live event at Versova Social, featuring pre- and post-race interactions, discussions, and a quiz.

## Conclusion:

The podcast concludes with a reminder of the upcoming race review episode on Monday and an expression of gratitude to the listeners.