The Grid Girls Formula: An F1 Podcast

Kimi Antonelli Is Coming for George Russell | Canadian GP Recap

The Canadian Grand Prix gave us everything: rain chaos, strategy disasters, rising stars, emotional radio messages, and one of the most iconic podiums that is sure to go down in history.This week, I’m breaking down the biggest storylines from Montréal — including the growing tension between George Russell and Kimi Antonelli at Mercedes, Lewis Hamilton’s strongest weekend of the season, McLaren’s strategy nightmare, and why Red Bull may finally be finding its footing again.We also dive into:* Kimi Antonelli continuing to rewrite the record books* Hamilton vs Verstappen and why their battle felt like vintage F1* Charles Leclerc calling this the toughest weekend of his career* McLaren’s costly tyre gamble and Oscar Piastri’s penalty* Franco Colapinto’s breakout drives for Alpine* Isack Hadjar quietly impressing* Williams’ mixed weekend in the rain* Racing Bulls drama before the race even startedPlus, a full F1 Academy recap after a wild triple-header weekend:* Alisha Palmowski dominating Canada and taking the championship lead* Reverse-grid chaos, penalties, and safety cars* Mathilda Paatz taking victory in Race 2* Huge recovery drives and late-race battles in difficult wet conditionsAnd to wrap things up, a quick look at Monaco’s incredible history ahead of the next race weekend — from the 1996 chaos race to Alberto Ascari driving straight into the harbor.If you love the engineering, strategy, drama, and history behind Formula 1, make sure to subscribe and check out my recent episode on luxury and F1 as well.

How Formula 1 Became the Most Luxurious Sport in the World

Formula 1 is one of the most luxurious sports in the world—think champagne, yachts, Monaco, and designer brands. But at the same time, it’s loud, chaotic, dangerous, and physically brutal.So how did those two worlds collide?In this episode of The Grid Girls Formula, we break down the evolution of luxury in Formula 1—from the early days of wealthy “gentleman racers” in the 1950s to the global, billion-dollar spectacle we see today.We dive into how Bernie Ecclestone transformed F1 into a global media empire, why watch brands like TAG Heuer and Rolex became deeply connected to the sport, and how partnerships with LVMH are reshaping the modern F1 experience.We also explore iconic symbols of luxury like the Monaco Grand Prix, the rise of new brands like Sephora and Charlotte Tilbury entering the sport, and why Scuderia Ferrari represents the ultimate fusion of racing heritage and luxury identity.Plus, we preview the Canadian Grand Prix and break down the infamous “Wall of Champions”—a corner that has caught out even legends like Michael Schumacher and Jacques Villeneuve.Whether you're a new fan coming from Drive to Survive or a longtime follower of the sport, this episode unpacks how Formula 1 became more than just racing—it's now a global luxury and cultural powerhouse.

Everything That Happened at the Miami Grand Prix 2026 | Full F1 Race Breakdown

What a way to return to racing.After a month-long break, Formula 1 is back — and the 2026 Miami Grand Prix delivered chaos, strategy drama, and a major shift in the championship narrative.In this episode of The Grid Girls Formula, we break down everything that happened across the weekend — from a misleading sprint race to a shocking qualifying session and a race full of incidents, comebacks, and costly mistakes.🏁 In this episode:How Antonelli made history with his third consecutive F1 winWhy McLaren looked dominant… with a few hiccups along the wayThe strategy calls that changed the race (including Norris’ costly undercut loss)Max Verstappen’s incredible recovery drive from the back of the gridWhat went wrong for Ferrari — from strong pace to a dramatic collapseKey incidents, crashes, and penalties that defined the raceWe also zoom out to look at what this weekend means for the rest of the 2026 F1 season — including whether Antonelli’s momentum can last and which teams are truly in the fight.Plus, a quick spotlight on Alex Zanardi — one of the most inspiring figures in motorsport history and a reminder of the resilience behind the sport.🎧 Whether you’re new to Formula 1 or a longtime fan, this episode breaks down the racing, strategy, and stories that make F1 so addictive.

F1 Aerodynamics Basics 101: Downforce, Vortices & Ground Effect

In this episode of The Grid Girls Formula, we’re breaking down aerodynamics 101 — one of the most important (and fascinating) elements of Formula 1.From the early days of F1 to today’s cutting-edge designs, we walk through:🏁 What aerodynamics actually is (and why pressure matters)🏁 How downforce keeps cars stuck to the track🏁 The tradeoff between downforce vs drag🏁 Why flow separation can ruin performance🏁 How teams use vortices to control airflow🏁 The power of ground effect and the floor🏁 What dirty air is and why it makes overtaking so hard🏁 And how teams design all of this using CFD and wind tunnelsWhether you're new to F1 or want a clearer understanding of the technical side, this episode gives you the foundation to actually understand what’s happening on track.🎙️ New episodes weekly — follow the podcast and leave a rating to support the show!📲 Follow along on Instagram: @gridgirlsformula for more F1 content

A History of Formula One Regulations | 1950-2026

Formula 1 has entered a brand new era with the 2026 regulations — but this isn’t the first time the sport has completely reinvented itself.In this episode, we’re breaking down how F1 regulations have evolved from the very beginning — from the early days with barely any rules, to the high-tech, highly regulated sport we see today.We walk through the major eras of Formula 1 and the rule changes that defined them, including:🏎️ Why early F1 was so unstructured (and dangerous)🏎️ The shift to rear-engine cars and early regulation changes🏎️ How the 1970s transformed F1 commercially and globally🏎️ The bans on ground effect and turbo engines in the 1980s🏎️ How the events of 1994 changed safety forever🏎️ The introduction of hybrid power units in 2014🏎️ The return of ground effect in 2022🏎️ And why the 2026 regulations could reshape everything againIf you’ve ever wondered why F1 looks the way it does today — this is the full breakdown.🎙️ The Grid Girls Formula is the podcast where we make Formula 1 make sense — covering the technical side, strategy, and stories behind the sport.Make sure to follow/subscribe so you don’t miss upcoming episodes!