The Austrian Grand Prix weekend is underway, but there was plenty to discuss before the cars even hit the track.

This week I unpack the FIA’s proposal to remove presidential term limits and what it could mean for the future governance of Formula One. I also discuss Rachel Brookes’ departure from Sky F1 and the online abuse she has spoken about in recent weeks.

I then share my latest Paddock Outsider article, Ten Questions: Austrian Grand Prix, before wrapping up the show with a recap of qualifying and a look ahead to Sunday’s race.

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This week on Late Night F1, Jason Cox examines Alpine’s successful appeal that saw Pierre Gasly regain his Monaco podium after a pit lane speeding penalty was overturned. Was justice served, or has Formula One opened a can of worms when it comes to the finality of race results?

He then turns his attention to Barcelona, breaking down the key talking points from qualifying and what they might mean for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.

As always, Late Night F1 looks beyond the lap times to explore the stories shaping the sport we love.

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This week on Late Night F1, Jason is running on fumes as he shares his busy weekend covering the Monaco Grand Prix while preparing his weekly article for Paddock Outsider.

Then, Jason talks about what a regular Monaco breakfast would look like.

Plus, a look back at Saturday's qualifying results where Kimi Antonelli continued his outstanding form and put his Mercedes on pole position for the race.

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This week on Late Night F1, Jason Cox breaks down Gucci's landmark title sponsorship agreement with Alpine, reports that Saudi Arabia could yet return to the Formula One calendar this season, and a governance proposal from FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem that is already attracting attention across the sport.

In the feature segment, Jason reflects on the state of Formula One journalism following a week of rumours and reports involving Lewis Hamilton, Esteban Ocon and Valtteri Bottas that were later challenged by the teams and drivers involved. Has modern motorsport media blurred the line between reporting and speculation?

Plus, a look back at Canada, Kimi Antonelli's growing championship advantage, and a preview of Formula One's most iconic event, the Monaco Grand Prix.

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This week on Late Night F1, Jason Cox looks at growing reports linking Christian Horner with Chinese manufacturer BYD and a possible bid to bring a twelfth team into Formula One.

There’s also a new list of banned Formula One phrases and topics officially retired from the show, before attention turns to the growing tension inside Mercedes between Kimi Antonelli and George Russell following an aggressive sprint race battle and another strong qualifying performance.

Formula One, late at night.

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This week on Late Night F1, Jason Cox responds to listener questions and reflects on a familiar thought becoming a little harder to ignore — the growing sense that Kimi Antonelli and Ferrari may not be as unlikely a future pairing as it once seemed.

There are also thoughts on Zak Brown’s concerns around multi-team ownership, renewed intrigue around Alpine following reported interest from Toto Wolff and Christian Horner, and the debut of a new segment, What Are We Doing Here?

Formula One, late at night.

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This week on Late Night F1, Jason Cox looks at the growing impact of Kimi Antonelli and what his rise could mean for future driver movement across the grid.

There are also thoughts on the proposed 2027 engine changes, renewed discussion around the possible return of V8 engines, and recent public comments from Juan Pablo Montoya and Lance Stroll.

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This week on Late Night F1, Jason Cox looks at the shifting pieces around the paddock — from Gianpiero Lambiase leaving Red Bull to become Chief Racing Officer at McLaren, to Allan McNish taking on a new role at Audi, and the return of Turkey to the F1 calendar.

There’s also a reflection on recent comments from F1 President Stefano Domenicali, a few thoughts on the way the sport explains itself, and what’s actually stood out on track in Miami so far this weekend.

And somewhere in all of that, a $150 hot dog.

This is Formula One, late at night.

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