- Matt Baker hosts the Sky Sports F1 podcast with Ted Kravitz and Bernie Collins to discuss the British Grand Prix and the news of Daniel Ricciardo joining AlphaTauri.
## Daniel Ricciardo's Move to AlphaTauri
- Ricciardo will replace Nyck de Vries at AlphaTauri for the remainder of the 2023 season, starting with the Hungarian Grand Prix.
- The move is a surprise, as de Vries had shown promise in his limited opportunities with the team.
- Ricciardo's return to Red Bull's sister team raises questions about his future and the stability of the AlphaTauri lineup.
## Analysis of the British Grand Prix
- McLaren's impressive pace at Silverstone, with Lando Norris qualifying P2 and Oscar Piastri P3.
- Norris led the race for five laps after overtaking Max Verstappen, showcasing McLaren's newfound competitiveness.
- Ferrari's struggles continued with another poor showing, highlighting their ongoing issues.
## McLaren's Resurgence
- Bernie Collins attributes McLaren's improved performance to a fundamental change in the car, particularly in terms of tire management.
- Norris's ability to hold off Lewis Hamilton on harder tires demonstrates the team's progress.
- The upcoming Hungarian Grand Prix will provide a different test for McLaren, with its low-speed corners and higher track temperatures.
## Max Verstappen's Dominance
- Verstappen's controlled start and ability to overtake Norris once his tires were up to temperature showcase his confidence in the Red Bull car.
- Verstappen's consistent race pace and ability to recover from setbacks highlight his status as the championship favorite.
## Ferrari's Ongoing Struggles
- Ferrari's poor performance at Silverstone adds to their disappointing season so far.
- The team's lack of pace and reliability issues have hindered their title challenge.
- Ferrari needs to address its problems quickly to remain competitive in the championship fight.
## Brad Pitt's Formula One Movie
- Filming for Brad Pitt's upcoming Formula One movie took place at Silverstone over the weekend.
- The movie, directed by Joseph Kosinski, stars Pitt as a former driver who mentors a young driver.
- The movie is expected to provide a unique perspective on the world of Formula One.
1. Daniel Ricciardo's Move to AlphaTauri:
- Ricciardo will replace Nyck de Vries at AlphaTauri for the remainder of the 2023 season, starting with the Hungarian Grand Prix.
- The move was a surprise to many, as Ricciardo had been struggling at McLaren, while de Vries had performed well in his limited opportunities.
2. British Grand Prix Review:
- McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri finished P3 and P5 respectively, marking a strong showing for the team.
- Ferrari faced difficulties, with Carlos Sainz Jr. and Charles Leclerc finishing P4 and P6, respectively.
- Lewis Hamilton finished P2, but was unable to overtake Norris due to tire degradation issues.
3. Brad Pitt's Formula One Movie:
- Filming for Brad Pitt's Formula One movie took place at the Silverstone track during the British Grand Prix weekend.
- The movie is said to be a high-octane action thriller set in the world of Formula One racing.
4. McLaren's Pace:
- McLaren's strong performance at the British Grand Prix has raised questions about the team's potential for the rest of the season.
- Experts discuss whether McLaren can continue to challenge the top teams, such as Red Bull and Ferrari.
5. Tire Degradation:
- Tire degradation played a significant role in the British Grand Prix, with several drivers struggling to maintain their pace on the medium and hard tires.
- The choice of tire strategy became crucial, with some teams opting for a one-stop strategy and others for a two-stop strategy.
6. George Russell's Strategy:
- George Russell's performance at the British Grand Prix highlighted his understanding of race strategy.
- Russell was actively involved in discussions with his team regarding tire strategy and was able to make informed decisions that contributed to his success.
7. Red Bull's Dominance:
- Red Bull continued their winning streak, with Max Verstappen securing his eighth hat-trick weekend of his career.
- Sergio Perez, however, has struggled in recent races, failing to make it into Q3 and starting from the back of the grid.
8. Checo Perez's Struggles:
- Perez's poor qualifying performances have been a concern for Red Bull.
- Experts discuss the reasons behind Perez's struggles and whether he can turn his season around.
9. Silly Season Speculation:
- With the summer break approaching, rumors and speculation about driver moves for the 2024 season have begun to circulate.
- The possibility of Alex Albon returning to Red Bull has been discussed, but experts believe it is unlikely.
10. Williams' Progress:
- Williams has made significant progress this season, moving up from last place in the Constructors' Championship to seventh.
- Alex Albon has been a key factor in Williams' success, scoring all of the team's points so far.
## Review of the British Grand Prix
- The McLaren team's recent pace is analyzed, with an emphasis on their strong performance in the last two races.
- Ferrari's struggles are examined, highlighting their lack of pace and their failure to secure a victory since the 2022 British Grand Prix.
## Discussion on Brad Pitt's New Formula One Movie
- The filming of Brad Pitt's Formula One movie, which took place at the Silverstone track over the weekend, is discussed.
- The professionalism of the film crew and the seamless integration of the cast and crew into the Formula One environment are praised.
- Excitement is expressed for the upcoming release of the movie, with anticipation for its realistic portrayal of the sport.
## Additional Points of Discussion
- Logan Sargent's improved performance, with a P11 finish at the British Grand Prix, is mentioned as a positive development for Williams.
- Alex Albon's consistent performance and his strong partnership with teammate Nicholas Latifi are highlighted.
- The impact of the safety car on the race strategies of various teams, particularly Ferrari, is analyzed.
- Fernando Alonso's consistent performance and his potential for a podium finish in the upcoming Hungarian Grand Prix are discussed.
- The challenges faced by Aston Martin in balancing the car's performance on different types of circuits are examined.
## Conclusion
- The podcast concludes with a brief recap of the main points discussed and an expression of gratitude to the guests for their insights.
- Listeners are encouraged to tune in to the next episode of the podcast for more Formula One news and analysis.