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3. Grand prix basics: Overview (pt. 1) | Formula 1-01

Box Box F1 Pod·Box Box F1 Pod·23 July 2026·25 min

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Send us Fan MailThis week’s episode is a Formula One-01 where we take you through the ins and outs of a grand prix. What is it? What’s the schedule? What’s the ground layout? What are all those words people keep saying? Whether a Formula 1 newbie, potential fan, or an old timer, we’ve got you sorted.  What is a grand prix?The GP weekend schedule (featuring Lando Norris' rendition of Friday)ThursdayTrack walkMedia dayFridayFP1 & FP2Saturday FP3 & QualiSundayRace!!Sprint QualifyingScoringPoint systemWorld Constructor's ChampionshipDriver's ChampionshipLogisticsMotorhomesPit lanesPaddocksGP experienceAttending a real life GPCelebritiesF1 Paddock ClubSign-offFind me outside the pod:Follow me @boxboxf1pod Visit the website for more deets on me and the podcast Share your thoughts/opinions/questions with me!!