About this episode

The episode discusses the dynamics of the Monza race week, including team strategies and fan sentiments towards drivers.

It’s Monza week, which means Ferrari fever, Tifosi everywhere and absolutely no pressure whatsoever… Jake and Otmar tackle the big Italian dilemma: would the Tifosi rather see Lewis Hamilton win in red, or Kimi Antonelli win at home? For Otmar, it’s not even close. The guys debate Mercedes’ ruthless decision to give Kimi an engine penalty at his home race, why Jake thinks that mentality could win them both championships, and whether Ferrari can keep treating Hamilton and Leclerc as equals. Otmar also revisits the chaotic 2020 Monza race that Force India could have won. Plus, Jake and Otmar reveal their very different routes into Formula 1, tackle the brutal calendar facing F1 staff and ask whether rising ticket prices are pushing out the fans who built the sport. And Rob checks in from the Mediterranean with a classic Ferrari Monza memory, before the guys make their predictions for Sunday. Eight Sleep 👉 If you’re ready to upgrade your nights and unlock more energy in your days, start with Eight Sleep. Use code RACING for £350 off the Pod 5 Ultra here: https://highpfrmc.com/HPR-eightsleep-au AG1 👉 Head to http://drinkag1.com/hpracing to save £20 on your first month, plus a free…

People in this episode

Hosts: Otmar, Jake

Topics covered

• Formula 1
• Monza
• Mercedes
• Ferrari
• Kimi Antonelli
• Lewis Hamilton
• F1 calendar

Keywords

• Monza
• Ferrari
• Mercedes
• Kimi Antonelli
• Lewis Hamilton
• F1
• engine penalty
• ticket prices

Sponsors

Eight Sleep, AG1

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Mercedes, Ferrari, Force India

Places: Monza, Mediterranean

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