Rachel Brookes: I Didnt Expect It To Be This Brutal! The Max Interview Was Savage!

Rachel Brookes: I Didnt Expect It To Be This Brutal! The Max Interview Was Savage!

From Road To Success with Benedict Fowler by Tweak Marketing

May 25, 2026 · 1h 14m

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Rachel Brooks shares her experiences and challenges in Formula One broadcasting, including her interactions with drivers and the media landscape.

Get 50% off your First Hello Fresh Box with code “50FOWLER” 20% off the next month and free treats for three months with this link - www.hellofresh.co.uk/50FOWLER Rachel Brooks has spent over 14 years at the heart of Formula One — interviewing world champions, navigating intense rivalries, and dealing with the pressure of asking the toughest questions in motorsport. In this episode of Road to Success, Rachel opens up about her clashes with Max Verstappen, the abuse she received online, the reality of life inside the F1 paddock, and the sacrifices it takes to survive at the top level of sports broadcasting. From Sebastian Vettel’s coldest interview moments to emotional stories involving Lewis Hamilton, Lance Stroll, Fernando Alonso and more, this is a fascinating deep dive into Formula One from someone who has seen it all up close. Rachel also reveals the behind-the-scenes politics of Sky F1, what really happens in the media pen, and why drivers today are more controlled than ever before. If you’re a Formula One fan, this episode gives you a completely different perspective on the sport, the drivers, and the human side of racing. Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more…

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