With the launches and testing done and dusted, we look ahead to the 2023 Formula 1 season getting under way in the latest edition of The Race F1 Podcast.
Scott Mitchell-Malm and Mark Hughes join Edd Straw to run through the big stories heading into the Bahrain Grand Prix weekend.
We explain why Red Bull and Max Verstappen are strong favourites and ask whether Ferrari might spring a surprise and unleash the extra pace needed to get on terms.
And with Mercedes having an inconclusive pre-season, we explain what its troubles were and what the chances are of it making a leap forward for the race weekend.
Fernando Alonso and Aston Martin’s hopes of a stellar start are also discussed, along with Alpine’s prospects.
We also explain why the midfield group looks set to fragment this year as teams try to close the gap to the frontrunners.
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