F1 Australian GP Recap: Russell Makes Perfect Start | Chequered Flag Podcast

George Russell started the 2026 F1 season in perfect style, claiming victory ahead of Kimi Antonelli in Melbourne as F1’s new era began in frantic fashion.

Overtakes, retirements and a dominant Mercedes were the story of the race. But is this a good thing for the sport?

Harry Benjamin, Jennie Gow and former McLaren mechanic Marc Priestley discuss all, as they reflect on the new F1 season getting under way.

Chapter points:

00:00 - Introduction
00:20 - New era of racing - did we like it?
07:10 - Reflections on Russell's victory - will he run away with title?
12:24 - Ferrari resurgence - can they challenge Mercedes?
16:26 - Is Lewis Hamilton back?
17:52 - Norris struggles - why are McLaren struggling?
19:44 - Verstappen's recovery drive to sixth
21:57 - Lindblad shines as best of the rest
23:25 - Aston Martin's struggles
24:52 - Hero of the race
25:50 - Andrew Benson on F1's new era
29:42 - Outro

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