The Japanese Grand Prix took place in April this year as part of an effort to reduce the carbon footprint of Formula One. Max Verstappen won the race, followed by Sergio Perez and Carlos Sainz. The gap between Red Bull and Ferrari has somewhat closed, but Mercedes is still struggling with mechanical issues. Fernando Alonso had a strong race, but retirement is starting to cross his mind. Williams continues to struggle with damage to their cars and a lack of points. The next race in China is expected to favor Red Bull, but Ferrari and McLaren could also perform well. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the upcoming Formula One and V8 Supercars races. They mention that Rev Head Harry will be flying to Melbourne to participate in the Australian Kart Championship. They also talk about the controversy surrounding Brodie Kostecki's return to Erebus in the V8 Supercars and the conflict between Peter Adderton and the boost mobile sponsorship. They touch on the possibility of MotoGP and Formula One double headers and the challenges that would come with it. They end the conversation by discussing the PECO show in MotoGP and the upcoming races in China and Taupo.

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In this episode, Jamie and Leigh discuss their recent go-karting experiences and recap the opening round of the Festival State Cup. They also share their thoughts on the timed racing format and the importance of smart driving. The episode concludes with a preview of round two of the Festival State Cup and a discussion on the Junior Sprockets program. Overall, the conversation highlights the challenges and excitement of go-karting and emphasizes the need for strategic and safe driving. In this conversation, Leigh and Jamie discuss go-karts and the performance of different models. They compare the K-A3 go-kart to other prototypes and discuss the differences in design and materials. They also talk about miscommunication with the factory and the improvements in performance with the new go-kart. The conversation then transitions to Formula One, with a focus on Ferrari's performance and Carlos Sainz's impressive recovery from surgery. They discuss the cultural significance of Ferrari and the challenges Red Bull may face. The conversation is interrupted, but they plan to continue the discussion later.

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Hold onto your helmets, race enthusiasts, because motorsport as we know it is taking a sharp curve! Jamie Lemura and Leigh Harrison step on the gas in this episode, as we clash gears over the decision to switch from lap-counted races to timed events—a move stirring up more drama than a last-lap overtake. With Lee bringing the heat from his coaching days and the prep for the Mount Gambier race, we're putting the pedal to the metal on whether this format shift is crossing the line for drivers and fans alike.

Revving into the Formula 1 circuit, the paddock is abuzz, and we're your all-access pass to the whispers of potential team switches and the strategy playbooks of top contenders. Max Verstappen's late-night gaming and Red Bull's team dynamics are on full throttle, while Oli Birman's debut is just the fresh fuel we needed. As we break down the Grand Prix, it's like sitting in the pit lane with a headset—complete with Lando Norris's heart-stopping start-line saga and Oscar Piastri's drive to the front of the pack.

But it's not just the F1 world that's hitting top speed—fasten your seatbelts as we cruise through the racing spectrum. From the ticketing turmoil at the Australian Grand Prix to the electrifying updates in Formula E, NASCAR's checkered flags, and the breathtaking battles in Moto2 and Moto3, we've got your insider look at the speed, strategy, and scandals that make motorsport the ultimate adrenaline rush. And with Porsche navigating an offbeat issue en route to a hypercar victory, it's clear: our passion for racing knows no finish line.

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