The latest episode of the Total Motorsport F1 Show brings host Joe Krishnan together with seasoned Formula 1 journalists Ewan Gale and Brandon Sutton for a lively Belgian GP podcast on a chaotic and dramatic weekend at Spa-Francorchamps.
With changeable weather, a statement win for Oscar Piastri, and a fresh chapter beginning at Red Bull under Laurent Mekies, there was no shortage of storylines to dissect.
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Piastri ups the ante in McLaren title battle
The show opens with a deep dive into the evolving title fight at McLaren. Oscar Piastri’s measured victory in challenging wet-to-dry conditions is front and centre, as he managed the race to perfection and extended his championship lead. Lando Norris, who had started on pole after a superb qualifying lap, found himself on the back foot almost immediately after losing the lead to his teammate on the first racing lap.
The panel debates the psychological dynamics at play: has Piastri now become the favorite for the championship? What will it take for Norris to turn the tide in Budapest, and can their rivalry stay respectful as the pressure ramps up? Ewan and Brandon consider whether this is now Piastri’s title to lose, or if Norris has a comeback in him for the Hungarian GP.
Ferrari mistakes and Hamilton’s relentless fight
Attention then turns to Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton, whose weekend was marred by costly mistakes in both qualifying sessions. Track limits errors and a spin left Hamilton starting from the pit lane, but the panel is quick to highlight his spirited charge through the field on race day.
More from the Singapore GP
Catch up with Total Motorsport's latest Singapore GP coverage, including Max Verstappen's victory at Marina Bay, Ferrari's costly strategy gamble, the full race classification, and the updated 2026 Formula 1 Drivers' and Constructors' Championship standings.
There’s analysis of Ferrari’s strategic missteps, how Hamilton extracted everything from the car in tricky conditions, and whether the Scuderia can get on top of their inconsistencies as the season progresses. The team also discusses the contrast between Hamilton’s bad luck and his undeniable determination, which kept him in the hunt for valuable points despite a compromised start.
Red Bull’s new era under Mekies
Finally, the Total Motorsport F1 Show tackles the big changes at Red Bull, with Laurent Mekies stepping in as team boss following Christian Horner’s shock departure. Max Verstappen’s Sprint win gave the squad a lift, but there’s plenty of intrigue about the mood in the camp and how drivers Verstappen and Yuki Tsunoda will adapt to a new leadership style.
