F1 Explains: Sainz + Bortoleto on flying laps, race starts + clean v dirty air
About this episode
Carlos Sainz and Gabriel Bortoleto discuss various aspects of Formula 1 racing, including overtaking strategies and race starts.
How do drivers enable Overtake mode and active aero? What’s the secret to a quick flying lap? And how do they know when to launch on a practice race start? Williams' Carlos Sainz and Audi's Gabriel Bortoleto join Christian Hewgill in the F1 paddock to answer your questions about Formula 1. You’ll also hear how they find the perfect balance between clean and dirty air when following another car, their race weekend routine and whether everyday normal driving in road cars has any impact on their racing. Plus, Gabi puts an end to the podcast's pasta-based controvesry, and Carlos responds to a claim made by his manager and cousin Carlos Onoro on a recent episode. Got a question for an F1 driver? Send emails and voice notes to F1Explains@F1.com Listen to more official F1 podcasts In-depth interviews on F1 Beyond The Grid - including Carlos Sainz + Gabriel Bortoleto Expert race previews and reviews - right here on the F1 Nation podcast feed
People in this episode
Host: Christian Hewgill
Guests: Carlos Sainz, Gabriel Bortoleto
Topics covered
- Overtake mode
- active aero
- flying laps
- race starts
- clean air
- dirty air
- race weekend routine
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Williams, Audi
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