Season Review Part 1 of... Many

Spanners and Trumpets are joined by Video editor extraordinaire Steve Amey and F1 Tik Tok titan Cristina Lee Mace as they take a backward glance to start the season reviews. From the Angsty Alfa Romeos, to the wondrous Williams to the, well, Ferrariest Ferrari, no silver lining goes without its cloud in this, the latest episode of Missed Apex Podcast.

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**Season Review: Alfa Romeo**

* Finished ninth in the Constructors' Championship, with 55 points.
* Valtteri Bottas scored 49 points, while Zhou Guanyu scored 6 points.
* The team scored points in 13 of the 22 races, with a best finish of fifth place at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.
* Alfa Romeo struggled for pace throughout the season, and was often outpaced by its midfield rivals.
* The team's performance was also hampered by a number of reliability issues.
* Alfa Romeo is set to be replaced by Audi as Sauber's title sponsor in 2026.

**Positives:**

* Bottas was able to score points consistently, and was often the team's highest-finishing driver.
* The team showed some signs of improvement towards the end of the season, with Zhou scoring points in three of the final four races.

**Negatives:**

* Alfa Romeo lacked pace and was often outpaced by its midfield rivals.
* The team suffered from a number of reliability issues.
* The team's future is uncertain, with Audi set to take over as Sauber's title sponsor in 2026.

**Overall:**

Alfa Romeo had a disappointing season in 2023, finishing ninth in the Constructors' Championship. The team struggled for pace throughout the season and was often outpaced by its midfield rivals. The team's performance was also hampered by a number of reliability issues. Alfa Romeo is set to be replaced by Audi as Sauber's title sponsor in 2026, and it remains to be seen how the team will perform in the future. **Missed Apex: Formula One Season Review - Episode 4**

* **Williams:**

* Significant improvement in the 2023 season, moving up to 7th place in the Constructors' Championship.
* James Vowles' leadership and strategic decisions played a crucial role in the team's success.
* Vowles' communication skills and transparency with the media and fans were highly praised.
* The team's infrastructure limitations, particularly in terms of outdated technology and software, were acknowledged as a hindrance to further progress.
* Logan Sargent's performance as a rookie driver was a topic of debate among the hosts.
* Some hosts expressed skepticism about Sargent's abilities and questioned whether he deserved his seat based on merit or financial considerations.
* Others defended Sargent, highlighting his improvement over the season and the challenges he faced as a rookie with limited preparation time.
* The hosts acknowledged the financial benefits that Sargent brings to the team and the difficulty of finding a suitable replacement driver.
* The discussion emphasized the importance of balancing short-term results with long-term investments in infrastructure and driver development.

* **Alfa Romeo:**

* The team had a disappointing season, finishing in 6th place in the Constructors' Championship.
* The hosts attributed the team's struggles to a lack of competitiveness in the midfield and a failure to capitalize on opportunities.
* Zhou Guanyu's performance as a rookie driver was praised, with the hosts highlighting his potential and rapid improvement throughout the season.
* Valtteri Bottas' performance was seen as underwhelming, with the hosts questioning his motivation and commitment to the team.
* The hosts speculated about Bottas' future in Formula One, suggesting that he might be considering retirement or a move to a different team.
* The team's lack of progress and the need for significant improvements were emphasized.

* **Haas:**

* The team had a challenging season, finishing in 8th place in the Constructors' Championship.
* The hosts attributed the team's struggles to a lack of competitiveness and reliability issues.
* Kevin Magnussen's performance was praised, with the hosts highlighting his consistency and ability to score points.
* Mick Schumacher's performance was seen as disappointing, with the hosts criticizing his lack of consistency and costly mistakes.
* The hosts discussed the team's decision to replace Schumacher with Nico Hulkenberg for the 2024 season.
* The team's need for a more competitive car and improved reliability was emphasized.

* **Aston Martin:**

* The team had a disappointing season, finishing in 10th place in the Constructors' Championship.
* The hosts attributed the team's struggles to a lack of competitiveness and a failure to live up to expectations.
* Fernando Alonso's performance was praised, with the hosts highlighting his skill and experience.
* Lance Stroll's performance was seen as underwhelming, with the hosts criticizing his inconsistency and lack of progress.
* The hosts discussed the team's need for a more competitive car and a clearer direction for the future.

* **Alpine:**

* The team had a solid season, finishing in 4th place in the Constructors' Championship.
* The hosts praised the team's consistency and ability to score points throughout the season.
* Esteban Ocon's performance was seen as impressive, with the hosts highlighting his ability to challenge for podium finishes.
* Pierre Gasly's performance was seen as disappointing, with the hosts criticizing his lack of consistency and costly mistakes.
* The hosts discussed the team's potential to challenge for higher positions in the Constructors' Championship in the future.

* **McLaren:**

* The team had a disappointing season, finishing in 5th place in the Constructors' Championship.
* The hosts attributed the team's struggles to a lack of competitiveness and reliability issues.
* Lando Norris' performance was praised, with the hosts highlighting his skill and potential.
* Oscar Piastri's performance as a rookie driver was seen as promising, with the hosts highlighting his ability to adapt quickly to Formula One.
* The hosts discussed the team's need for a more competitive car and improved reliability.

* **Ferrari:**

* The team had a challenging season, finishing in 2nd place in the Constructors' Championship.
* The hosts attributed the team's struggles to strategic errors and a lack of reliability.
* Charles Leclerc's performance was praised, with the hosts highlighting his skill and ability to challenge for race wins.
* Carlos Sainz's performance was seen as disappointing, with the hosts criticizing his inconsistency and costly mistakes.
* The hosts discussed the team's need for improved strategic decision-making and a more reliable car.

* **Mercedes:**

* The team had a disappointing season, finishing in 3rd place in the Constructors' Championship.
* The hosts attributed the team's struggles to a lack of competitiveness and a failure to adapt to the new regulations.
* Lewis Hamilton's performance was praised, with the hosts highlighting his skill and experience.
* George Russell's performance was seen as impressive, with the hosts highlighting his ability to adapt quickly to the team and challenge for race wins.
* The hosts discussed the team's need for a more competitive car and a clearer direction for the future.

* **Red Bull:**

* The team had a dominant season, winning both the Drivers' and Constructors' Championships.
* The hosts praised the team's strategic decision-making, car performance, and driver lineup.
* Max Verstappen's performance was seen as exceptional, with the hosts highlighting his skill, consistency, and ability to dominate races.
* Sergio Perez's performance was seen as solid, with the hosts praising his ability to support Verstappen and score valuable points.
* The hosts discussed the team's potential to continue its dominance in the future. Sure, here is a summary of the podcast episode transcript:

**Missed Apex Season Reviews: Part 1**

- The episode features Spanners, Cristina Lee Mace, and Steve Amey, who join Matt to review the 2023 F1 season.

- The discussion begins with the Alfa Romeo team, which had a disappointing season despite high expectations.

- The team's drivers, Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu, struggled for consistency, and the car lacked pace.

- The team's management also came under fire for its handling of certain situations, such as the team orders controversy at the British Grand Prix.

- The conversation then shifts to Williams, which had a more positive season.

- Alex Albon emerged as a strong midfield driver, scoring points consistently and even challenging for podiums on occasion.

- However, there are concerns about the team's long-term prospects, as it still lacks the resources of its rivals.

- The reliability of the car was also an issue, with Albon and teammate Logan Sargeant both suffering from mechanical problems.

- The discussion moves on to Ferrari, which had a mixed season.

- The team made progress in the second half of the year, with Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz Jr. both winning races.

- However, the team's hopes of a championship challenge were hampered by poor strategy calls and reliability issues.

- The drivers also had a strained relationship, with Leclerc appearing to be the team's favored driver.

- The episode concludes with a brief discussion of Red Bull, Aston Martin, and Mercedes.

- Red Bull dominated the season, with Max Verstappen winning 15 races and the team securing both championships.

- Aston Martin had a solid season, with Fernando Alonso scoring points regularly and Sebastian Vettel showing glimpses of his old form.

- Mercedes struggled for pace throughout the year, with Lewis Hamilton failing to win a race for the first time in his career.

**Overall, the episode provides an in-depth analysis of the 2023 F1 season, with the panelists offering their insights and opinions on the key talking points.** # Missed Apex Podcast: Season Review Part 2

## Introduction

- The podcast begins with the hosts, Spanners, Matt Trumpets, Steve Amey, and Cristina Lee Mace, discussing the 2022 Formula 1 season.
- They talk about the dominance of Red Bull and Max Verstappen, and the struggles of Ferrari and Mercedes.

## Ferrari

- The hosts discuss Ferrari's season in detail, focusing on the team's strengths and weaknesses.
- They praise the performances of Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz, but also criticize the team's strategy and reliability.
- They debate who is the better driver between Leclerc and Sainz, and whether either of them could challenge Verstappen for the championship in the future.

## Aston Martin, Alpine, and McLaren

- The hosts briefly discuss the seasons of Aston Martin, Alpine, and McLaren.
- They talk about the potential of these teams to improve in the future, and which drivers could lead them to success.
- They also speculate on which teams Leclerc and Sainz might move to if they leave Ferrari.

## Conclusion

- The hosts wrap up the podcast by discussing the overall state of Formula 1 and what they expect to see in the 2023 season.
- They also thank their listeners for their support and encourage them to continue following the podcast.

## Key Points

- Red Bull and Max Verstappen were dominant in the 2022 season, winning 17 of the 22 races.
- Ferrari had a strong car but was let down by poor strategy and reliability.
- Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz are both talented drivers, but they have different strengths and weaknesses.
- Aston Martin, Alpine, and McLaren all have the potential to improve in the future.
- The 2023 Formula 1 season is expected to be more competitive, with several teams capable of challenging Red Bull.