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On this latest episode of Drive To Wynn, host Justin Bell welcomes Mario Andretti, Cadillac F1 Board Director & Former Formula 1 World Drivers’ Champion. Mario explains the significance of Kimi Antonelli’s first Formula 1 victory in Shanghai, and how it could impact the team dynamic at Mercedes in the weeks to come. He says the new cars & regulations should be taken in stride as part of evolving the sport, and says drivers simply have to move forward and get on with it. As for his Cadillac F1 team, he is encouraging everyone to think big and aim for quality points finishes by the end of the 2026 campaign.
JB is joined in studio by Tommy Kendall, Motorsports Hall of Fame Driver. Tommy & JB are starting to warm up to the new racing, as we’ve been treated to some spirited battles during the opening laps at both Australia & China. We also point out the stark differences between Ferrari notching podiums and running strong, while defending champions McLaren have already dug themselves into an 80 point constructors deficit.
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On this latest episode of Drive To Wynn, host Justin Bell welcomes Fred Smith, F1 Editor at Road & Track. Fred recaps our first race of the 2026 campaign, which featured the debut of new cars & regulations. Reviews were mixed to say the least, however Fred & JB agree that the FIA plan to make tweaks along the way to get the sport closer to its roots. As for the Australian Grand Prix itself, Mercedes flexed their muscle early, sending George to both pole position and P1, while teammate Kimi Antonelli finished P2.
While Ferrari seems to be our clear #2 team, things are a mixed bag further down the board with McLaren & Red Bull drivers griping about changes to the car. Despite a questionable strategy call, all race fans can agree it was great to see a rejuvenated Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari on the podium with Charles Leclerc’s P3 result.
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On the Season 4 debut episode of Drive To Wynn, host Justin Bell welcomes Ruth Buscombe, F1TV Lead Presenter & Former Team Strategist at Ferrari. Ruth cycles through the top four teams, providing behind the scenes insight from her time at the Bahrain preseason testing heats. Mercedes are the heavy favorites based on early data, and Ruth feels George Russell is ready to compete for the WDC crown if the car measures up to expectations. The overarching storylines heading into Melbourne all center around the new car specs and regulations…which should in theory level the playing field across the paddock.
As for the Aussie GP, JB thinks we’ll certainly be in for a few shocking moments! Will Ferrari’s wild innovations yield results? Are McLaren sandbagging? Will Max Verstappen’s driving style mesh with his new Ford power unit? And how will debutants Cadillac & Audi fare in their maiden voyage onto the grid?
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On this latest episode of Drive To Wynn, host Justin Bell welcomes Damon Hill, Formula 1 Champion & Broadcaster. Damon provides perspective on Lando Norris achieving his dream in being crowned the best driver in the world. He says it’s proof “nice guys” can take the sport’s top prize, and respects the way in which Lando dominated the field while staying true to himself. In analyzing the season finale at Yas Marina, Damon points to the lack of strategy remaining after the McLarens qualified P2 & P3.
JB wraps up our third season of the show by reflecting on an incredible 75th season of Formula 1…from the on-track action to the drama in the paddock, and the intriguing three-way title fight down the stretch. Mark your calendars as we are less than 90 days from Melbourne with new cars set to take the track, Cadillac’s maiden campaign & driver swaps up and down the grid!
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On this latest episode of Drive To Wynn, host Justin Bell welcomes Ruth Buscombe back to the studios. The former F1 Strategist & current F1TV Presenter gives you a pit wall perspective on McLaren’s recent gaffes. How has the evolving championship picture pressured their team strategists in both pre-race set up + in-race pit tactics? Although unlikely, she says we cannot count out Max Verstappen, based on past outcomes when the drivers’ title has come down to one final race.
We highlight yet another Carlos Sainz podium, where he is now eclipsing his old Ferrari team in points over recent races. And Red Bull shook up their driver lineup, announcing multiple seat changes for 2026 and beyond…will Isack Hadjar be ready to shoulder the weight with such little experience behind an F1 wheel?
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