After the Apex

After the Apex

After the Apex is your midweek Formula 1 debrief, delivering sharp takes, clever analysis, and a distinctly American perspective. Every Wednesday, we break down the latest Grand Prix — from clever calls to pit lane chaos — and dig into everything that happened after the checkered flag.

Episodes

September 10, 2025 44 mins

Monza delivered speed, drama, and plenty of controversy — and After the Apex is here to break it all down. David and Eric recap the Italian Grand Prix at the Temple of Speed, from Ferrari’s home-race pressure to Red Bull’s relentless dominance and the midfield chaos that kept fans on edge.

We also cover the latest F1 news, silly season rumors, and what the rest of the calendar means for the championship fight. Plus, rapid-fire hot ...

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The Netherlands GP brought the chaos — strategy shakeups, changing track conditions, and the roar of the Orange Army at Zandvoort. In this episode of After the Apex, we break down all the key storylines, standout performances, and surprises from the weekend.

Then, we look ahead to Monza — the Temple of Speed. With Ferrari’s tifosi ready to light up their home race, we preview what to expect: slipstream battles, top-speed showdowns,...

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August 14, 2025 40 mins

In this Midweek Debrief of After the Apex, Eric and David break down the 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix — a race with no safety cars, no yellow flags, but plenty of strategic drama. From bold tire calls to quiet underdog performances, we dig into the moves that shaped the race and what they mean heading into the summer break.

Then we shift gears off-track, swapping race analysis for summer stories — from poolside laughs to a little padd...

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The rain-soaked fallout from Spa is barely dry, and already the grid is hurtling toward one of the most unforgiving circuits on the calendar. In this episode of After the Apex, David and Eric unpack the team dynamics, tyre strategy chaos, and wet-weather brilliance that defined the Belgian Grand Prix—highlighting Oscar Piastri’s precision, Lando Norris’ missed moment, and Lewis Hamilton’s vintage comeback.

Then, it’s full throttle ...

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We're heading to the forests of Belgium for one of the most legendary—and unpredictable—races on the calendar: the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps.

In this episode of After the Apex, your hosts [Name] and [Name] break down everything you need to know ahead of the weekend, including:

  • 🚀 Podium predictions and sprint race picks

  • 🌧️ Spa weather roulette and strategy shakeups

  • 🧠 Over/Under prop bets and bold driv...

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This week on After the Apex, David and Eric unpack one of the most chaotic stretches in the F1 world—on the track, in the paddock, and on the big screen.

We kick things off with Red Bull’s mounting internal tension: Tsunoda’s shaky future, and a team dynamic that’s starting to crack under the weight of dominance.

Then it's time to talk rumors with grip—is Max Verstappen really eyeing a move to Mercedes? We break down the quotes, bo...

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July 9, 2025 31 mins
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This week on After the Apex, David and Eric break down all the thrills, spills, and slick strategy from the 2025 British Grand Prix at Silverstone. From the moment the lights went out to the checkered flag under threatening skies, the home of Formula 1 didn’t disappoint.

We dive into:

  • 🏆 The standout performances—including Lando’s clutch victory

  • 🎯 Tire gambles that paid off (and those that didn’t)

  • 🔄 ...

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In this midweek breakdown, David and Eric recaps a dramatic Austrian Grand Prix where Lando Norris emerged victorious over teammate Oscar Piastri in a tense McLaren showdown. .

Then, we pivot to previewing the legendary British Grand Prix at Silverstone. David and Eric explores whether Norris can keep the momentum going on home turf, how Verstappen might bounce back, and what to expect from Ferr...

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June 25, 2025 32 mins

The hills are alive with horsepower—it's Austrian Grand Prix week, and After the Apex is here with everything you need to know heading into Spielberg.

In this episode, we break down the Red Bull Ring’s unique challenges, explore who’s under pressure, and dive into the key storylines: Can Verstappen deliver on home soil? Will McLaren’s driver drama spill into race strategy? And which midfield team might steal the spotlight?

We’ve go...

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June 18, 2025 26 mins

Montréal brought the mayhem, and After the Apex is here to break it all down. In this episode, your hosts dive into the drama, strategy, and standout performances from the 2025 Canadian Grand Prix. From George Russell’s tactical battle with Max Verstappen to surprising one-stoppers and late-race heartbreaks, it was a weekend that had everything.

We unpack the pivotal pit stops, clean overtakes, and what this result means for the ti...

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June 11, 2025 23 mins
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“Barcelona Breakdown: Strategy Games and Midfield Flames”

In this episode of After the Apex, we dive deep into the Spanish Grand Prix and its impact on the 2025 F1 season narrative. From the calculated chaos at Turn 1 to the subtle brilliance of tire strategies, we analyze how teams managed the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. We highlight standout performances in the midfield, dissect team strategy misfires, and revisit our podium ...

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🎧 Episode Title: "From Glitz to Grit: Monaco Recap & Spain Preview" Episode Description:

The tight streets of Monte Carlo delivered precision driving, traffic drama, and a whole lot of strategy—now it’s time to unpack it all. In this episode of After the Apex, Eric and David break down the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix: who nailed the strategy, who got left in the tunnel, and why Monaco remains the crown jewel (even if overtaking is ...

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In this episode of After the Apex, David and Eric break down the key storylines from a razor-thin Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola — from McLaren’s consistency to Red Bull’s fightback and the setups that missed the mark. Then it’s time to look ahead to Monaco, the crown jewel of the calendar, where qualifying is king and chaos always looms.

We unpack who's hot, who’s under pressure, and why the new two-stop rule could turn the st...

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Episode 2 – Imola Intensity & The Rise of Franco Colapinto The pressure is on as Formula 1 heads to Imola, where tight margins and high stakes define every lap. In this episode, David and Eric break down what to expect from one of the most iconic circuits on the calendar — from Ferrari’s home-race pressure to McLaren’s rising momentum and whether they’re ready to challenge for the top step of the podium.

Then, the spotlight tur...

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May 7, 2025 22 mins

Miami turned up the heat — and McLaren turned up the pressure. In this episode of After the Apex, we break down the full race weekend from South Florida, including the sprint race shuffle and a Grand Prix full of clever calls, DRS drama, and one team making a serious statement.

We cover:

  • McLaren’s standout performance

  • Sprint race takeaways: Did it actually matter?

  • Pit lane blunders and strategy gold

  • Midfield movers and ...

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May 2, 2025 1 min

Introducing the newest F1 podcast with an American flare. We will breakdown what happened in F1 in the previous week.

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