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Up To Speed
Step inside sport’s greatest soap opera, Formula One. Hosted by Drive to Survive star Will Buxton, racing driver-turned-broadcaster Naomi Schiff, 13-time Grand Prix winner David Coulthard, and F1 presenter and content creator Jolie Sharpe. Expect razor-sharp reaction, behind-the-scenes insight, blockbuster interviews and answers to the questions you’ve always wanted to ask! With their deep knowledge, expert analysis and infectious love for racing, Will, Naomi, DC & Jolie dive into the stories…
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£500k+ bills, Max Verstappen's tips & myth busting | EXCLUSIVE: F1 Academy Champion Alisha Palmowski
Naomi is joined by the newly crowned F1 Academy Champion Alisha Palmowski, the competition's youngest ever winner at just 20 years old. And later, we welcome…
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TEQUILA TIME? How Mercedes' big GAMBLE put Antonelli on the brink of WORLD TITLE
The gang were all out in Austin to see Kimi Antontelli ALMOST become the youngest ever world champion and that SENSATIONAL battle between Max Verstappen and…
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Is F1's newest driver the heir to Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari seat?
Formula One will have a new driver in 2027! So who is Rafa Camara? Could he beat his new teammate Ollie Bearman to Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari seat? And is Haas…
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Does Max Verstappen like Laurent Mekies more than Christian Horner?
A big vote of confidence for Christian Horner's replacement as Laurent Mekies gets a contract extension to 2031. Is Mekies a better Red Bull boss than Horner?…
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Christian Horner FULL INTERVIEW: Red Bull Exit, Verstappen & F1 Return?
Christian Horner finally breaks his silence and sits down with DC & Naomi for his first podcast interview since leaving Red Bull! What REALLY happened in Abu…
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Christian Horner EXCLUSIVE
For early access to Christian Horner's first podcast interview since leaving Red Bull, subscribe to Up to Speed Plus on YouTube or Global Player and start your…
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LIVE FROM RWANDA: Will Lewis Hamilton LEAVE F1 before the African Grand Prix?
Naomi is in Rwanda for a SPECIAL episode of Up To Speed as F1 announces it's coming back to AFRICA for the first time in over 30 years! We're taking you on a…
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Does Lewis Hamilton TRUST Ferrari pit wall? | Singapore GP
Max finally wins in Singapore and Lewis writing his own strategy at Ferrari? After another brilliant Grand Prix weekend and another statement win from Max…
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When will George Russell's BAD LUCK end?
George Russell is starting LAST in Singapore with an engine penalty! The man can't catch a BREAK! Join Will & Naomi as they build up to the last sprint weekend…
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Is Max Verstappen BACK? Why do 2026 F1 cars BREAK in the rain?
Chaos, pure chaos at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia! DC & Will react to all the madness from Max Verstappen's first win of 2026, to "LEGO racing" on the…
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Could Christian Horner become Lewis Hamilton's NEW BOSS at Ferrari?!
An explosive weekend at Ferrari as Christian Horner rumours run wild, Esteban Ocon leaves Haas and Aston Martin stick with Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll…
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Has Colapinto become too big a risk & why Red Bull CURSE isn't dead. Yet.
Will & Naomi are back following the dramatic finish in Baku to reflect on George Russell's near-perfect weekend! Has 'Mr Saturday' just made things really…
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Have McLaren handed Piastri the advantage in Baku, Max vs 100 & a Monaco sprint?!
The whole gang reunite ahead of the Azerbaijan GP to pick over McLaren team boss Andrea Stella's comments about Oscar Piastri and the decision to allocate…
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DC & Mika: Police, naked saunas & bust ups with McLaren boss
Up to Speed heads to Manchester to see DC & Mika Hakkinen on their UK tour, ‘Racing Icons’, as they bring us stories of getting stopped by the Finnish police…
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Is Lewis Hamilton OUT of world championship fight after DNF in Madrid?
For the first time ever this season Lewis Hamilton was forced to RETIRE from a race after his brakes FAILED at the Madring! So after that DNF is he OUT of the…
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Was Lando Norris ROBBED at the Madring? The WORST F1 race ever?
The Madring... where to begin! DC & Will dive into the highs and lows for Lando Norris as even Kimi Antonelli admitted he should have won! And after just 4…
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Why is Flavio Briatore going to WAR with McLaren?!
Will & DC bring you more reaction to Monza and look ahead to Madrid this weekend! Was Pierre Gasly's pole the most unexpected EVER in F1 history? How can…
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From LAST to FIRST: how Kimi Antonelli made home HISTORY in Monza
Monza - where history is made! Kimi Antonelli fought from 19th to become the first Italian in 60 years to win his home race! So where does Kimi's performance…
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Lewis Hamilton or Charles Leclerc - will Ferrari pick a number one in Monza?
It's Monza! DC, Naomi and Will answer your questions ahead of one of the most iconic races in F1, as they prepare to dive into the sea of red for Ferrari's…
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Why are Mercedes making Kimi Antonelli start last in his home race Monza?
The upgrade race is well and truly on! A big slap in the face for Red Bull who have been told AGAIN they have the best engine so can't upgrade (despite not…
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Does Max Verstappen's new contract shut doors at Red Bull Racing?
It’s been a big couple of weeks for Red Bull Racing! Max Verstappen re-signing then crashing out in Zandvoort, and Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda stepping up for…
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Were Lewis Hamilton and George Russell shafted in Zandvoort?
The whole gang are back together to react to a dramatic Dutch Grand Prix! Was it fair of Mercedes to ask George Russell to move over for his championship rival…
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Why Max Verstappen chose to stay at Red Bull
Max Verstappen is staying in F1... for now! DC & Will bring you an emergency show reacting to the big news that Max has extended his contract with Red Bull…
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Bigger shock if Kimi Antonelli keeps winning or George Russell keeps losing after summer break?
We're answering your questions ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix! From race predictions to our favourite Zandvoort memories (expect fire and the police!) So, how…
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Have Cadillac been too cut-throat firing their boss?
It's time for the second half of the season! DC, Naomi & Will are back together to discuss the big news of the summer break... and no we don't mean Max going…
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“F*** OFF!” Is Guenther Steiner coming back to F1?
Our special guest today is Guenther Steiner - the man who swore his way to Drive To Survive fame as Haas Team Principal (a team he set up)! DC is reunited with…
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DC & Mika Hakkinen reunited! Do McLaren's most iconic duo think Max Verstappen should move?
DC is reunited with Mika Hakkinen, his fiercest rival and McLaren teammate for 6 seasons! Turns out DC & Mika are still arguing over whose fault those crashes…
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Mid-season report: Have new rules ruined F1? Was Kimi Antonelli the biggest shock?
As the teams head on summer break it’s time to look back at the season so far! What’s been the biggest shock? Who’s been the biggest let down? What was the…
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Can Lando Norris still win the World Championship?
Hungary did not disappoint! Lando Norris stormed to his first win since becoming world champion… slightly overshadowed by his teammate’s beef with Carlos…
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Why was George Russell's swearing rant censored?!
“What the f***!” George Russell didn’t hold back in Spa, but what can we expect in Budapest - the last race before the summer break?? Why was Russell censored…
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Was Lewis Hamilton done dirty with Spa penalty after George Russell crash?
DC and Naomi react to a dramatic Belgian Grand Prix with George Russell crashing out first lap, controversial penalty decisions for Lewis Hamilton and Charles…
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Can Kimi Antonelli bring the fight back to Ferrari in Spa?
It’s time for Spa! Can world championship leader Kimi Antonelli bounce back from reliability issues to stop this Ferrari fever? Surely Max Verstappen’s rear…
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LIVE from Goodwood: Can Williams convince Carlos Sainz to stay?
Naomi is live with Williams Team Principal, James Vowels, and 1996 World Champion, Damon Hill, from the Goodwood Festival of Speed - one of the biggest…
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Why were we robbed of an all-time great British Grand Prix?
Will spills the beans on his "big announcement" tweet that sent the F1 world reeling. And we got so many questions after Silverstone, DC & Will sit down to…
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Was Charles Leclerc gifted the British Grand Prix win after late drama?
At Silverstone, DC, Naomi and Jolie meet at DC's motorhome after a dramatic end to the British Grand Prix! Did Charles Leclerc deserve the win? Could Lewis…
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Can a British 18-year-old with no drivers licence win Silverstone? - Arvid Lindblad Exclusive
British teenager Arvid Lindblad joins us in the studio for a special interview ahead of his first British Grand Prix. How is the Racing Bulls driver feeling…
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Zak Brown: Max Verstappen to McLaren? Silverstone comeback for Lando Norris?
McLaren CEO, Zak Brown, joins Will for a bonus interview for Silverstone week! Do McLaren want to sign Max Verstappen? Can reigning world champion Lando Norris…
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Did George Russell slam Verstappen exit route shut in Austria?
Will & DC reflect on George Russell's statement win in Austria and what it means as attention turns to Silverstone & the British GP! Did George get lucky -…
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Inside Red Bull dynasty & Why we should take Verstappen exit talk seriously? | Calum Nicholas
Will Buxton is joined by special guest and former Red Bull mechanic Calum Nicholas as Max Verstappen & Co. head to Austria this weekend for their home race…
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Is Carlos Sainz right about F1 & Why Mercedes backed down over Monaco?
Would Carlos Sainz' wild vision for a new-look F1 - where drivers get two races in each car over a season - create a true Drivers Championship? Why did…
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Is Ferrari still Charles Leclerc's team?
Naomi, DC & Jolie take your questions following all the drama that unfolded at the Barcelona GP! What's happened to Charles Leclerc and how is it linked to…
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Why Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari fairytale is far from over & Is Mercedes' Achilles heel real?
Will, Naomi and DC are back, after Barcelona and a moment of geniune sporting history - as Lewis Hamilton won his first Grand Prix in a Ferrari - and blew the…
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Will Kimi Antonelli's winning-streak end in Barcelona & DC's plane crash to podium nightmare
We head straight from Monaco to the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix! Ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix in 2000 DC survived a plane crash where the pilot and…
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How did Kimi Antonelli hold off Lewis Hamilton in Monaco chaos?
Who said the Monaco Grand Prix was boring! Kimi Antonelli wins his fifth race in a row to extend his world championship lead in a chaotic Grand Prix. How did…
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The secret to winning the Monaco Grand Prix
What does it take to win the Monaco Grand Prix - the jewel in the F1 crown? Who better to ask than our very own two-time winner David Coulthard. From wearing a…
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Can Kimi Antonelli keep his cool in Monaco?
It's Monaco Grand Prix week! The most historic, most glamorous... and possibly the most "boring" race of the year is here. Every driver wants to win it. Today…
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A new era of Lewis Hamilton v Max Verstappen rivalry?
Lewis Hamilton fighting with Max Verstappen at the Canadian Grand Prix was the throwback we all wanted to see. Is this a new, friendlier, chapter to the bitter…
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Will Mercedes civil war end in tears after epic Canada battle?
Our reaction to the epic battles at the Canadian Grand Prix! Was it a fair fight between Kimi Antonelli and George Russell? Are they sure to crash if they…
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Q&A: What happens if George Russell doesn't win in Canada?
It’s the Canadian Grand Prix this weekend! So we’re answering all your questions… Is this a must-win for George Russell after the early success of his teenage…
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Is Max Verstappen the only F1 driver who would dare race Nurburgring 24hr mid-season?
The F1 world was gripped this weekend watching Max Verstappen come agonisingly close to winning the iconic 24 hour race in Nurburgring. Did Max's daring…
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Is Oscar Piastri the heir to Max Verstappen’s Red Bull throne?
Oscar Piastri is reportedly being targeted by Red Bull as Max Verstappen's replacement if he leaves Formula One. So is Oscar the best man to lead Red Bull into…
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Should teams be paying for F1's engine mistakes?
We’re only four races in and F1 has now agreed to change the rules twice! So will less electric power make racing better? Is this all to keep Max Verstappen…
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Too soon for Toto Wolff to pick a favourite driver?
When your teenage driver keeps beating your pre-season favourite, what do you do?! Kimi Antonelli won his third Grand Prix in Miami ahead of teammate George…
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Why can't Russell catch teenage teammate Antonelli?
Kimi Antonelli wins his third Grand Prix of the season in Miami! The McLarens, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, complete the podium in a thrilling race, where…
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Who can stop Mercedes in Miami?
Racing is back in Miami after the five week break! So we're answering all of your questions. Who can catch Mercedes? Will Ferrari or McLaren bring the fight to…
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Alex Albon Exclusive: "The game has changed"
Today we're at Silverstone speaking to Williams driver Alex Albon. Is he ready to bounce back in Miami? What's his relationship like with team mate Carlos…
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Mid-season, new rules... Has F1 listened?
The fans and drivers have spoken and F1 has listened. They’ve announced updates to the new rules ahead of the Miami Grand Prix. But what do the super technical…
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Q&A: How much does it really cost to make it to F1?
Today is all about families in F1, after Ollie Bearman opened up to us about his family last week. We'll be answering all your questions! Why is it always take…
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Ollie Bearman Exclusive: From failing his driving test to F1’s hottest new contender
Ollie Bearman - the most over-performing driver this season - joins us in studio to talk about his stellar start to the season with Haas and his 190mph crash…
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Is Max Verstappen off to McLaren with his race engineer?
Max Verstappen’s race engineer for the last 10 years, Gianpiero Lambiase, is joining McLaren from 2028! Is this a sign Max is leaving F1? Would Max join…