Dirty Air F1
Dirty British Grand Prix 2023
Mon Jul 10 2023Description
The episode covers the British Grand Prix, Damien Lewis's pre-race performance, team performances, race results, Red Bull's dominance, and fan observations. It also includes insights on Sergio Perez, car development, and future developments in Formula One.
Insights
Red Bull's Dominance
Red Bull equals McLaren for the most consecutive race wins with six in a row. Max Verstappen won from 15th to 6th, showcasing the dominance of his car. Red Bull may not be pushing as hard in races since they have already secured the championship. The other teams are expected to catch up to Red Bull next year as Red Bull focuses on developing their car for the future.
Sergio Perez's Future
Sergio Perez's future outside of F1 is uncertain, but he could potentially become a judge on a dance show in Mexico.
Car Development Debate
Lewis Hamilton suggested that car development should be limited after August, but some disagree with his viewpoint.
Fan Observations
Formula One fans at the Grand Prix were observed to be wearing lots of smartwatches and warm clothing on the top half, but shorts on the bottom half. The podcast hosts found it amusing that they were the only ones wearing trousers.
Team Performances
Every week there's a different team in second place, giving Red Bull a bigger profit margin. Ferrari finishing behind Williams is a reality check. Alpha Towery is not performing well this season. Yuki Tsunoda's performance has been disappointing so far.
Race Results
The Silverstone Grand Prix was considered the best race of the season so far. There were exciting moments between Hamilton and Norris, as well as Hamilton and Alonso. Williams had a strong race, with Albon finishing ahead of both Ferraris.
Damien Lewis's Performance
Damien Lewis wore a collarless leather jacket and white loafers with no socks, resembling a sci-fi captain on an away mission. He performed a discordant and off-key song before the pre-race. English actors starting bands often try to sound like Tom Waits. The performance highlighted the confidence of straight white men on Twitter. Damien Lewis expressed his belief that he must be good at music because he is good at acting.
Future Developments
The cancellation of the China race affected the special livery for the 800th race. Sergeant finishing in Nosebleed territory is remarkable. Albon is a great driver and one of our favorites. Williams' performance with Logan Sergeant indicates potential. McLaren's bold move with hard tires paid off. No punditry on McLaren's ability to maintain their performance. Zach Brown celebrated Lando Norris' second-place finish enthusiastically. Young drivers like Oscar Pieristry and Lando Norris have potential for success. The journey of F1 engineers often ends at Ferrari. Matilda's visit to Silverstone highlighted Ferrari's decline.
British Grand Prix Highlights
The British Grand Prix is seen as more important than other races. Cara Delevingne was the celebrity guest at the race. Martin Brundle's F1 height makes everyone look taller on the grid walk. Damien Lewis sang the National Anthem at the race. Josh Weller and Alfie Brown attended the race and met some celebrities.
Chapters
- The British Grand Prix
- Damien Lewis and the Pre-Race Performance
- Teams and Performances
- Red Bull, Perez, and Car Development
- Race Results and Future Developments
- Verstappen, Hamilton, and Red Bull's Dominance
- Fan Observations and Podcast Banter
The British Grand Prix
00:04 - 07:22
- The British Grand Prix is seen as more important than other races.
- Cara Delevingne was the celebrity guest at the race.
- Martin Brundle's F1 height makes everyone look taller on the grid walk.
- Damien Lewis sang the National Anthem at the race.
- Josh Weller and Alfie Brown attended the race and met some celebrities.
Damien Lewis and the Pre-Race Performance
06:59 - 14:01
- Damien Lewis wore a collarless leather jacket and white loafers with no socks, resembling a sci-fi captain on an away mission.
- He performed a discordant and off-key song before the pre-race.
- English actors starting bands often try to sound like Tom Waits.
- The performance highlighted the confidence of straight white men on Twitter.
- Damien Lewis expressed his belief that he must be good at music because he is good at acting.
- There was disappointment in not seeing Brad Pitt make a pit stop during the race.
- Formula One movies are rare compared to other sports films.
- A fictitious Formula One team was chosen for the film to sell advertising space and avoid association with real teams like Ferrari.
- Every week, there is a different team in second place, benefiting Red Bull.
Teams and Performances
13:40 - 20:37
- Every week there's a different team in second place, giving Red Bull a bigger profit margin.
- Ferrari finishing behind Williams is a reality check.
- Met the woman getting Black Eyed Peas rider with unique bottle of sake.
- Rider is a way to fetch obscure goodies for artists.
- Bookers booked Blue Man Group for Formula One, showing disconnect with younger audience.
- Blue Man Group had one female member wearing bald cap.
- The Blue Man Group performed at the Silverstone race.
- They had a female member in the group.
- Formula One is better to watch from home if the race director does their job properly.
- The Silverstone Grand Prix was considered the best race of the season so far.
- There were exciting moments between Hamilton and Norris, as well as Hamilton and Alonso.
- A suggestion was made to have a grid walk champion at the end of the year.
- Florence Pugh did a great job waving the flag.
- The commentators made song references during the race.
- There was a reshuffle in the Constructor Championship standings.
- Alpha Towery is not performing well this season.
- Yuki Tsunoda's performance has been disappointing so far.
Red Bull, Perez, and Car Development
20:08 - 26:53
- Red Bull is not threatened by Sergio Perez's performance in the Constructors' Championship.
- Perez has struggled under the pressure of being the second driver at Red Bull.
- Max Verstappen is proving to be one of the best drivers in the world.
- Perez's age and mental wellbeing may affect his performance in the future.
- Perez has made mistakes since Monaco, hindering his chances in the championship.
- Pressing an overtake button could give drivers a slight advantage during races.
- Alfa Romeo and Haas continue to struggle at the back of the pack.
- Williams had a strong race, with Albon finishing ahead of both Ferraris.
Race Results and Future Developments
26:26 - 33:08
- The cancellation of the China race affected the special livery for the 800th race
- Sergeant finishing in Nosebleed territory is remarkable
- Albon is a great driver and one of our favorites
- Williams' performance with Logan Sergeant indicates potential
- McLaren's bold move with hard tires paid off
- No punditry on McLaren's ability to maintain their performance
- Zach Brown celebrated Lando Norris' second-place finish enthusiastically
- Young drivers like Oscar Pieristry and Lando Norris have potential for success
- The journey of F1 engineers often ends at Ferrari
- Matilda's visit to Silverstone highlighted Ferrari's decline
Verstappen, Hamilton, and Red Bull's Dominance
32:48 - 39:54
- Red Bull equals McLaren for the most consecutive race wins with six in a row.
- Max Verstappen won from 15th to 6th, showcasing the dominance of his car.
- Helmut Marco, team principal of Red Bull, elbowed a photographer while trying to reach Max Verstappen for a hug.
- Red Bull may not be pushing as hard in races since they have already secured the championship.
- The other teams are expected to catch up to Red Bull next year as Red Bull focuses on developing their car for the future.
- Lewis Hamilton suggested that car development should be limited after August, but some disagree with his viewpoint.
- Sergio Perez's future outside of F1 is uncertain, but he could potentially become a judge on a dance show in Mexico.
- The song of the race was either Vindaloo or Swing Low Sweet Chariot.
Fan Observations and Podcast Banter
39:42 - 46:15
- Formula One fans at the Grand Prix were observed to be wearing lots of smartwatches and warm clothing on the top half, but shorts on the bottom half.
- The podcast hosts found it amusing that they were the only ones wearing trousers.
- There was a Google Chrome spinning ferris wheel at Silverstone, which broke down just like the spinning wheel on a MacBook.
- The hosts expressed their support for McLaren and joked about buying merchandise, including a Lando bucket hat.
- They discussed their dislike for bucket hats and bum bags (fanny packs).
- The hosts mentioned upcoming merchandise sales and expressed gratitude for their fans' enthusiasm.
- They teased future episodes featuring George Russell and other Formula One drivers.