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Podcast: Inside Line F1 Podcast
Episode: The Role of Fans and Media in F1 Testing
Description: Is Mercedes the favourite already for the 2026 F1 season, or have others had a much quieter but solid shakedown in Barcelona?
In this episode of the Inside Line F1 Podcast, hosts Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah delve into the intricacies of the 2026 Formula 1 season's shakedown. They discuss the blurred lines between testing and shakedown, the implications of private testing on fan engagement, and the performance of various teams, particularly Mercedes and Aston Martin.
The conversation also touches on the aesthetics of car designs, the impact of new power units, and the potential for new teams in the...