**Episode Overview:**
- The hosts begin the episode by introducing the upcoming British Grand Prix at Silverstone and discussing the excitement surrounding the race. They also mention the special guest they filmed an episode with, but they keep the details a secret for now.
- The hosts crack open a can of Heineken Silver, praising its smoothness and summer vibes. They also mention their Heineken sign in their flat and the company's sponsorship of the podcast.
- They transition to discussing the current Formula One championship standings, with Max Verstappen leading the pack, followed by Sergio Perez, Fernando Alonso, Lewis Hamilton, and Carlos Sainz Jr. The hosts speculate on Hamilton's chances of improving his position in his home race.
- The conversation shifts to the McLaren team and their significant upgrades for the Austrian Grand Prix, which resulted in Lando Norris performing well in his car. They wonder if Norris can maintain his momentum at Silverstone, despite the track not being expected to suit the McLaren.
- The hosts express their hope to see more from Aston Martin and discuss Lance Stroll's wrist injury, speculating on the possibility of Felipe Drugovic replacing Stroll for a race. They also mention Fernando Alonso's broken promise of a podium in every race.
- The hosts bring up a trivia question about the number of British drivers who have won the British Grand Prix, revealing that only 11 drivers have achieved this feat. They attempt to name the drivers, with some difficulty, eventually getting most of them correct.
- The hosts then play a quiz about British Grand Prix history, provided by Williams Racing. They answer questions about which circuit has never hosted the race, Nigel Mansell's famous ride back to the Silverstone pit lane with Ayrton Senna, Lewis Hamilton's largest winning margin, Michael Schumacher's unique 1998 win, Williams Racing's British Grand Prix victories, and the length of the Hangar Straight. They get some answers correct and some incorrect.
- The hosts discuss the role of social media admins for Formula One teams and the strange captions they sometimes post. They wonder if the admins have a specific style or if multiple people handle the posting.
- The hosts end the episode by asking a final trivia question about which racing series will not race at Silverstone in 2023. They incorrectly guess TCR UK, while the correct answer is WEC (World Endurance Championship). # Pitstop Podcast Episode Summary
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### Silverstone Quiz and Williams' Special Livery
- The podcast begins with a lighthearted quiz about Silverstone, where Jake and Fabio test each other's knowledge of the circuit's corners.
- Williams Racing is celebrating its 799th Grand Prix at Silverstone with a special livery, despite the original goal of reaching 800 being slightly delayed due to the cancellation of the Imola race.
### New Formula One Race Calendar
- The recently released 2023 Formula One calendar features 24 races, including three Saturday races in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Las Vegas.
- This change in schedule sparks discussion about the impact on viewers and the challenges of accommodating different time zones.
### Mick Schumacher's Return and Valtteri Bottas' New Car
- Mick Schumacher, the son of legendary driver Michael Schumacher, recently drove a McLaren while wearing a Mercedes hat, fueling speculation about his future in Formula One.
- Valtteri Bottas, the former Mercedes driver, has made headlines by purchasing a $2.7 million Mercedes AMG One, a limited-edition hypercar.
### McLaren's Chrome Livery and 60th Anniversary
- McLaren will be sporting a special chrome livery at the British Grand Prix to commemorate their 60th anniversary in Formula One.
- The chrome livery is a throwback to the Lewis Hamilton era, when McLaren had a successful partnership with Vodafone.
### British Grand Prix Predictions
- Jake and Fabio engage in a friendly debate, predicting the podium finishers for the upcoming British Grand Prix.
- They consider various factors, including the recent performances of drivers and teams, as well as the characteristics of the Silverstone circuit.
### Upcoming Bonus Episode and Gratitude
- The hosts tease an upcoming bonus episode featuring a special guest.
- They express their appreciation for the podcast's listeners and thank them for helping the show reach the UK sports charts.
### Conclusion
- The podcast concludes with a reminder to catch the post-race podcast after the British Grand Prix and a mention of the exciting Formula 2 race featuring Oli Behrmann.