Belgian GP review: the 1,000th lap! | ep 1000

Belgian GP review: the 1,000th lap! | ep 1000

July 20, 2026 · 1h 46m · Episode 1000

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The episode reviews the Belgian GP over the past twenty years while celebrating the podcast's 1,000th episode.

Join Paul, Grace and me as we review the Belgian GP over the past twenty years and celebrate our 1,000th episode. We've been podcasting about Formula 1 for twenty years and we celbrate it by honoring the mighty Spa Francorchamps and the Belgian Grand Prix. How fitting! Join us as we walk back through the history of the Belgian Grand PRix to when it all began for us in 2005! Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Podcast 1000 06:45 Reflections on Spa and Its Unique Charm 12:40 Analyzing Team Performances and Strategies 17:58 Controversies and Penalties in F1 22:53 Driver Dynamics and Team Relationships 24:52 Hungary: A Track for McLaren's Success 27:16 Midfield Battles: Audi and Racing Bulls Shine 30:34 Alpine's Struggles: A Tale of Development and Strategy 32:50 Haas and Williams: Intra-team Conflicts and Challenges 34:36 Back Markers: Cadillac and Aston Martin's Troubles 39:44 Awards and Recognition: Move of the Race and Donkey of the Race 44:46 Race Reflections and Predictions 45:34 Throwback to 2005 Belgian Grand Prix 56:47 Controversies at Spa: A Historical Overview 63:07 Chaos at Spa: A Race to Remember 65:00 Alonso's Radio Moments: The Voice of F1 65:57 The Controversial Half…

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