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Episode Synopsis
The 2025 British Grand Prix delivered one of the most dramatic and emotional races of the season, and we're breaking it all down on this episode of Reading the Grid. Lando Norris finally claimed his first win at home in front of a roaring Silverstone crowd, while Nico Hulkenberg stunned the paddock with a long-overdue first podium—after 239 races. We dive into the chaos of the wet-dry conditions, the controversial 10-second penalty that derailed Oscar Piastri’s race (and his composure), and the heartbreaks that plagued Charles Leclerc, George Russell, and the rookies. From Mercedes' strategy misfires to Pierre Gasly’s surprise heroics, Ferrari’s wet-weather curse, and a “Words of Wisdom” segment packed with spicy quotes from Alonso, Piastri, and Jeremy Clarkson, we’re covering every angle of a race weekend that had everything. If you love F1’s messy midfield and big emotional arcs, this one’s for you.