2 guys, a girl, and f1 by John, Dick, and Sabrina

Kimi Antonelli won his fifth consecutive Formula 1 grand prix in Monaco. Behind him, nearly everything fell apart. And the most consequential thing that happened all weekend had nothing to do with the race. 

Kimi Antonelli won his fifth consecutive at Monaco -- the youngest winner in the race's history. He led every lap. He set pole and fastest lap. And when the restart came, the moment that had been his one visible vulnerability this season, he was flawless.

Listener Drew asks: would driving Monaco in the opposite direction make the racing better? It's a clever way of asking the real question — is F1's most prestigious race also its worst, and can anything actually fix it?

George Russell took sprint pole, won the sprint, took grand prix pole, and was leading the race when his engine failed on lap 30. Kimi Antonelli, free of pressure, set the two fastest laps of the race on the final two laps. Joe had a pointed read on what George's driving that weekend revealed -- and it wasn't about pace.

Kimi Antonelli has now won four consecutive Formula 1 grands prix. His streak did not look like it was going to survive Montreal. George Russell took sprint pole, won the sprint, took grand prix pole, and was leading the race when his power unit failed on lap 30.

Listener Heath asks: how do you define different F1 eras, and what are the markers that separate one from another? It's a question that sounds straightforward until you realize there's no official answer — and that the FIA has never even defined what counts as a Formula 1 driver.

Listener Drew asks: if Nico Rosberg hadn't won the 2016 championship, would he still have retired? It's a question about one decision — but it opens up something much bigger about what it costs a driver to compete at the highest level.

What makes this podcast special? It's exploring F1 not just as a sport, but as this fascinating intersection of technology, strategy, business, and human psychology—and the best conversations happen when you're part of it.

Kimi Antonelli has now won four consecutive Formula 1 grands prix. Miami was the first one where he had to earn it -- with a world champion behind him, car problems mid-race, and thirty laps of pressure that did not let up.

 Kimi Antonelli has now won four consecutive Formula 1 grands prix. Three in a row before Miami. And then Miami -- where for the first time this season, he had to actually earn it.

Listener Heath asks: with Miami, Austin, and Las Vegas now on the calendar, is Formula 1 growing the sport — or diluting it by over-Americanizing? It's a question Liberty Media has to answer every time a new contract gets signed, and Dick, Sabrina, and Joe Saward don't entirely agree on the answer.

Listener Drew asks: if you could put every current Formula 1 driver in the same generation of car for one race, which era would you choose? It sounds like a fun hypothetical — until you try to answer it.

Why have so few Americans made it to the Formula 1 grid in nearly 40 years of racing — and is the system designed to keep them out?

What's it really like to be a young Canadian F1 fan trying to build a career in motorsport law—and how does attending grands prix in North America compare to the European diehard experience? In this conversation, Sabrina sits down with Arisha Shory and Jennifer Cordeiro, third-year Canadian law students who met her at the Lawinsport Motorsport Law Conference in London and have attended COTA, Monza, and Barcelona.

Kimi Antonelli has now won back-to-back Grands Prix, leads the 2026 Formula 1 World Drivers Championship at nineteen years old, and by the time Dick, Joe Saward, and Sabrina are done talking about what it took to unlock him -- you will understand why the result matters less than the story behind it.

Kimi Antonelli is nineteen years old, has won two consecutive Grands Prix, and now leads the 2026 Formula 1 World Drivers' Championship. History is being made in real time -- and Suzuka raised as many questions as it answered.

What makes 2 Guys, A Girl, and F1 special? The community. You.

A 19-year-old Italian just won the Chinese Grand Prix. The reigning constructors' champions didn't make it to the starting grid. And two races into the most significant regulation change in a decade, the sport is still figuring out what it's actually built.

The 2026 Formula 1 season has begun. George Russell won. Oscar Piastri never made it to the starting grid. And in the opening twelve laps, the lead changed hands more times than most races produce in an entire afternoon.

The 2026 Formula 1 season is officially underway -- and the opening race in Melbourne left more questions open than it answered.

This show is better when it's a conversation, not just us talking at you.

War broke out in the Middle East on Saturday, when the US and Israel launched joint strikes on Iran. Iran retaliated with missiles and drones targeting Bahrain, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Jordan, countries that together host four races on the 2026 Formula 1 calendar. The Pirelli wet-weather test in Bahrain was cancelled, Gulf carriers were grounded, and F1 personnel were scrambling to reroute to Australia by any path available. By Monday afternoon, Joe Saward, one of Formula 1's most independent journalists was in a Dallas airport lounge, rerouted from France around closed Gulf airspace, after filing his JSBM newsletter analysis.

Two official 2 Guys, A Girl and F1 leagues — one in F1 Predict and one in F1 Fantasy — have launched and Dick wants to see if listeners can back up what they say. Both games are free through the official F1 app or Formula1.com. He'll break down what each game involves, why thirty years in racing gives him a reasonable edge, and why Sabrina is already wrong about who's going to win. Links and codes are in the show notes. Let's find out.

Sabrina has a challenge for you. They’ve just launched two official 2 Guys, A Girl and F1 leagues: one in F1 Predict, one in F1 Fantasy. Both are free to play through the official F1 app or at Formula1.com. In this PSA, Sabrina will tell you exactly what each game is, why you should be playing, and why she fully intends to finish ahead of Dick on that leaderboard. Links and codes are in the show notes. See you on the grid.

What does it really take for a kid to chase a racing dream—and for a family to back it? In this conversation, Dick and Sabrina sit down with Amy and Matt Westfall and their son Brayden to talk about how a premature “Super B” in the NICU grew into a fourteen‑year‑old kart racer fighting at the sharp end in Texas and beyond.​

What separates people who perform at their best under pressure from those who crack? Dr. James Hewitt has spent two decades answering that question—first as a professional cyclist, then through a PhD studying elite performance, and eventually as Chief Innovation Officer at Hintsa Performance, the company behind 19 Formula 1 World Championships with drivers like Lewis Hamilton, Sebastian Vettel, and Kimi Räikkönen.

Would Nico Rosberg have retired if he hadn't won the 2016 championship? Do Europeans feel F1 has been 'Americanized' with three US races? These are the kinds of questions that create the best podcast conversations—and they came from listeners Heath and Drew.

Why did Formula 1 close Barcelona's pre-season testing to media and fans—and what does that decision reveal about who really calls the shots in the sport? In this conversation, Sabrina sits down with Joe Saward, one of only five journalists who attended every F1 race in 2025, all on his own dime and completely independent from teams or media companies.

Constructors’ titles, strategy shockers, culture resets, and long‑term bets on 2026: 2025 tested team leadership as much as it did the drivers. Dick and Sabrina grade all ten outfits in their annual team principal report card, examining how McLaren converted momentum into a dominant double, how Mercedes navigated life after Lewis while developing Kimi Antonelli, and how Red Bull handled a turbulent transition at the top.

Four hundred–point seasons, a championship decided by just two points, and a rookie class that looked anything but inexperienced. In this episode, Dick and Sabrina walk through their full 2025 driver report card, grading everyone from Lando Norris, Max Verstappen, and Oscar Piastri to Kimi Antonelli, Isack Hadjar, Ollie Bearman, Gabriel Bortoleto, and seasoned veterans like Lewis Hamilton, Fernando Alonso, Charles Leclerc, and George Russell still fighting at the sharp end.

A smaller, lighter chassis, no MGU‑H, a huge jump in electric power, and active aero replacing most of what DRS used to do—2026 is the biggest Formula 1 rules reset since 2014. In this F1 Tech Talk episode, Dick walks Sabrina (and the rest of us non‑engineers) through the new regulations in plain language, explaining what’s changing with the power units, batteries, fuel, and aerodynamics, and why the FIA is trying to avoid another one‑team domination era.​

Three title contenders, three very different journeys, and a final month that nearly rewrote F1 history. Dick and Sabrina revisit Las Vegas, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi to unpack how McLaren almost threw away the drivers’ championship, how Max Verstappen dragged a difficult Red Bull back into the fight, and why it’s possible to be thrilled for Lando Norris and still heartbroken for Oscar Piastri and Lewis Hamilton at the same time.

Three contenders, one final shot. At Yas Marina, Max Verstappen did everything he could, Oscar Piastri delivered under pressure, and Lando Norris brought it home exactly where he needed to to finally clinch the drivers’ championship.

A safety car, strict tire limits, and one massive strategic misread turned Qatar into a case study in how to lose control of a championship fight. Dick breaks down how McLaren stayed out when everyone else pitted, handed Max Verstappen clean air, and turned a front‑row lockout into damage limitation for both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

Rain in Las Vegas, cars on a low‑grip street surface, and a title twist decided more in scrutineering than on track. Dick breaks down a bizarre weekend where qualifying delivered the drama the race couldn’t, and a double McLaren disqualification blew the championship wide open.

Four races. Three championship contenders. One season-defining month that flipped everything upside down. How did Oscar lose a 100-point lead? Why is Max suddenly unstoppable? And can Lando peak at precisely the right moment?

What happens when a driver resurrects his title hopes with a 30-second masterclass while a rookie shocks the field with P4? Dick and Sabrina dissect Mexico City's dramatic weekend, where Lando Norris reclaimed championship momentum, Ollie Bearman announced his arrival, and a controversial VSC sparked debates about safety versus spectacle.

After years of analyzing Formula 1 from afar, Sabrina attended her first Grand Prix – the 2025 United States Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas. 

What happens when championship pressure meets Texas heat and a fierce Red Bull resurgence? Dick and Sabrina bring trackside perspectives from COTA, where Max Verstappen's dominance reduced Oscar's lead to just 40 points with five races remaining.

The US Grand Prix is here, and Dick and Sabrina are heading to Circuit of the Americas with a mission: deliver the coverage YOU want to hear.

What happens when a father-son F1 obsession meets unfiltered podcast gold? Dick welcomes special guest Derek (his son) for an intimate "mics on" conversation that spans decades of shared Formula 1 passion, rookie development philosophies, and one family's personal connection to an IndyCar legend's son chasing his F1 dreams.

How did Mercedes stun McLaren at Singapore? Why are title favorites turning on each other? And what derailed Ferrari on a track they once owned?

Are Max and Red Bull truly back? Can McLaren overcome their costly mistakes? And which unexpected drivers stole the show with breakthrough podium finishes?

From Ferrari’s resurgence to the dawn of Red Bull’s dominance, Dick and Sabrina round out the Legends series with the tales of the champions who shaped today’s F1. Discover the battles, transitions, and evolution of racing’s modern titans.

Relive the magic and tension of F1’s golden broadcast era, defined by V10 engines, must-see TV drama, and unforgettable champions. Dick and Sabrina spotlight the rise and reigns of Michael Schumacher, Mika Hakkinen, and Sebastian Vettel—each leaving their imprint with talent, tenacity, and controversy.

Explore the fearless personalities and competitive drama of F1’s turbocharged decades. Dick and Sabrina dissect the skills and politics that created icons and rivalries of Fittipaldi, Lauda, Piquet, Prost, and Senna.

Travel back to the roots of Formula 1 with Dick and Sabrina as they kick off a legendary series, spotlighting the drivers who defined the earliest decades of Grand Prix racing. From Fangio’s brute stamina and working-class genius to the technical revolutions inspired by Brabham, this episode brings alive the personalities, rivalries, and breakthroughs that forged the sport’s foundation.

Miss our tour around the early-season circuits? In Part 2 of our F1 Circuits and Tracks series, John, Dick, and Sabrina pick up where they left off—starting with the rolling dunes of Zandvoort and winding their way through some of the most storied and spectacular tracks on the Formula 1 calendar.

What does it really mean to be a Formula 1 fan in a sport that’s always evolving? In this exclusive bonus episode, Sabrina shares more from her in-depth conversation with Australian F1 journalist Mat Coch, featuring insightful moments that didn’t make the original release.

Dick and Derek team up to dive into "1 The Movie", a gripping motorsport documentary that brings the thrill and drama of racing from the track to the screen. Their conversation balances fresh perspectives and spirited discussion, capturing the passion that drives both filmmakers and fans alike.

Dick and Sabrina dive into a July double-header packed with plot twists, strategy gambles, and shifting fortunes for Formula 1’s biggest teams. From Spa to Budapest, the trio of McLaren, Ferrari, and Red Bull faced championship pressure and midseason tests—while the rest of the grid fought to keep pace.

It was a Grand Prix where racecraft, tire gambles, and the sport’s next generation took center stage. Dick and Sabrina break down all the action and intrigue from the 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix—a race defined by split-second strategy, shifting championship fortunes, and breakthrough performances.

Dick sets the stage for one of Formula 1’s most unique challenges—the 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix at the winding Hungaroring.

Troy, a listener and 2 Guys, A Girl and F1 community member, brings first-hand insights from trackside at the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix.

Dick and Sabrina share their honest reactions to a subdued 2025 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps—where early excitement quickly gave way to a forgettable afternoon. Oscar Piastri’s bold pass on Lando Norris set the tone, but little changed after the opening lap as a lengthy rain delay and processional racing drained the usual Spa drama.

Take a lap back to the golden age of motorsport as Dick and Derek, two generations of F1 fans, share their thoughts on the legendary film Grand Prix. In this breezy review, they dive into what makes the movie a motorsport classic and discuss its appeal for fans today.

Dick and special guest, Derek (Dick's son) share their impressions of Ron Howard’s Rush, the film that brings the iconic Hunt vs. Lauda rivalry to the big screen. In this relaxed episode, they chat about what stood out, what felt true to the spirit of Formula 1, and why the movie resonates with fans of all ages.

When the biggest story in Formula 1 breaks, sometimes you need a quick, candid reaction. In this Bonus Clip, Dick and special guest, his son, Derek dive into the news that’s set the F1 world abuzz—Christian Horner’s departure from Red Bull Racing.

What made the 2025 British Grand Prix at Silverstone a must-watch race?