1 00:00:10,762 --> 00:00:12,823 - It snowed a bit. - Yes. 2 00:00:13,862 --> 00:00:15,483 The powder is nice and fresh. 3 00:00:22,723 --> 00:00:23,783 We made it. 4 00:00:24,863 --> 00:00:26,583 Are you nervous for the last part? 5 00:00:27,463 --> 00:00:29,443 No. Can't wait. 6 00:00:32,843 --> 00:00:35,363 As much as it's been a very difficult season... 7 00:00:36,102 --> 00:00:38,403 No, no, no, no, no! Come on! 8 00:00:39,483 --> 00:00:41,003 - No power. - Sorry about that. 9 00:00:42,922 --> 00:00:45,462 - We're gonna crash. - Yeah, copy. 10 00:00:47,242 --> 00:00:49,443 {\an8}The second part of the season has been much more positive. 11 00:00:49,443 --> 00:00:51,602 P1, baby. P1. 12 00:00:52,242 --> 00:00:53,083 Come on! 13 00:00:53,943 --> 00:00:56,023 This part is the steepest. 14 00:00:56,023 --> 00:00:56,983 Yes. 15 00:00:58,422 --> 00:01:01,203 In the fight for second place in the Constructors, 16 00:01:01,203 --> 00:01:03,782 the main target is to beat the Mercedes. 17 00:01:04,383 --> 00:01:07,763 I've seen the progress of the team and how much everybody has been pushing. 18 00:01:08,302 --> 00:01:10,423 I can really feel that momentum is with us. 19 00:01:17,343 --> 00:01:20,903 We've been closing the gap to Mercedes over the last few races. 20 00:01:20,903 --> 00:01:23,183 {\an8}We still have a good chance of beating them. 21 00:01:23,743 --> 00:01:27,483 I give everything to... to see if we can get that second place. 22 00:01:27,483 --> 00:01:29,223 We're gonna give it our best shot. 23 00:01:30,843 --> 00:01:35,403 Two races left. Failure is not an option for Ferrari. 24 00:01:35,403 --> 00:01:38,382 And you put your money on black, or you put it on red. 25 00:01:40,643 --> 00:01:42,522 {\an8}It's Mercedes versus Ferrari. 26 00:01:55,522 --> 00:01:58,382 - Thank you. - Thank you. 27 00:01:59,563 --> 00:02:01,643 - Nervous? - Yes. 28 00:02:02,143 --> 00:02:03,623 You have to take a deep breath. 29 00:02:08,443 --> 00:02:10,443 All good, yeah? Let's go. 30 00:02:26,183 --> 00:02:27,823 We're out in the Nevada desert. 31 00:02:27,823 --> 00:02:30,463 We're about to go head-to-head with Max and Checo. 32 00:02:30,463 --> 00:02:31,743 Woo! 33 00:02:40,743 --> 00:02:43,123 Are you okay? 34 00:02:43,123 --> 00:02:45,603 Nice and quiet everywhere here, guys. We're rolling. 35 00:02:45,603 --> 00:02:47,222 Here we go. And camera's set. 36 00:02:50,943 --> 00:02:52,643 Here we go, and... 37 00:02:52,643 --> 00:02:55,282 We're 600 feet above the ground right now. 38 00:02:55,803 --> 00:02:58,342 As we're climbing up, you're gonna see the F1 paddock 39 00:02:58,342 --> 00:03:00,023 coming up straight ahead of us here. 40 00:03:00,823 --> 00:03:02,763 The track's just below us here. 41 00:03:02,763 --> 00:03:04,303 Oh yeah, I can see it. Yeah. 42 00:03:04,303 --> 00:03:06,663 See where the grandstands are? 43 00:03:07,983 --> 00:03:11,023 Now it's a traffic jam. In a few hours, it's an F1 race. 44 00:03:13,023 --> 00:03:16,423 Welcome to fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada. 45 00:03:16,423 --> 00:03:20,062 We're blasting down one of the most famous miles on planet Earth. 46 00:03:22,942 --> 00:03:27,842 Hey, baby, what's going on? Formula 1's first ever wedding chapel. 47 00:03:27,842 --> 00:03:29,342 You may kiss the bride. 48 00:03:35,263 --> 00:03:39,463 {\an8}Oh, Las Vegas, baby. 49 00:03:40,863 --> 00:03:44,083 There is so much put into this race, 50 00:03:44,743 --> 00:03:48,083 from building the paddock, closing down the Strip. 51 00:03:48,083 --> 00:03:52,483 1.1 miles was literally driven on by cars and buses 52 00:03:52,483 --> 00:03:54,222 just hours before you were on track. 53 00:03:54,722 --> 00:03:56,363 It's a big deal. 54 00:03:58,483 --> 00:04:00,083 That is the glitz and the glam. 55 00:04:00,643 --> 00:04:04,062 - Yuki! Yuki, right here! - This way! 56 00:04:04,062 --> 00:04:07,363 I think Vegas is just gonna be absolutely crazy. 57 00:04:07,902 --> 00:04:09,282 {\an8}You're absolutely buzzing for it. 58 00:04:11,562 --> 00:04:13,282 Viva Las Vegas, baby. 59 00:04:13,823 --> 00:04:17,522 I came to Vegas before with, uh, my best friends. 60 00:04:17,522 --> 00:04:20,122 I cannot really remember anything from it. 61 00:04:20,122 --> 00:04:22,243 But it was, uh, a very fun trip. 62 00:04:22,243 --> 00:04:23,343 Carlos. 63 00:04:23,343 --> 00:04:27,423 Vegas is the race, I think, Formula 1 has been looking forward the most 64 00:04:27,423 --> 00:04:28,803 over the last couple of years. 65 00:04:28,803 --> 00:04:31,203 - Grazie. Thank you, guys. - Good luck. 66 00:04:34,703 --> 00:04:36,163 Hello? 67 00:04:37,323 --> 00:04:39,022 Is... Is that, uh, Daniel? 68 00:04:39,522 --> 00:04:40,503 It's Christian here. 69 00:04:41,022 --> 00:04:43,303 We are rolling in now, so I'll see you shortly. 70 00:04:44,823 --> 00:04:46,962 Are you finally leading a fucking race? 71 00:04:47,462 --> 00:04:50,082 That's a bit harsh, but yes. 72 00:04:50,703 --> 00:04:54,123 It's more about having a bit of fun, and I'm super excited. 73 00:04:54,123 --> 00:04:55,163 Hey, man. 74 00:04:56,883 --> 00:04:58,223 How are you doing? You okay? 75 00:04:58,223 --> 00:05:00,043 - Very well. - Good. 76 00:05:00,043 --> 00:05:01,283 {\an8}Vegas. 77 00:05:03,582 --> 00:05:06,383 - You look sharp. - You know, it's Vegas time, so... 78 00:05:08,403 --> 00:05:13,082 Formula 1 has finally arrived in Las Vegas. 79 00:05:13,723 --> 00:05:18,563 This is the first ever Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix 80 00:05:18,563 --> 00:05:20,163 opening ceremony. 81 00:05:22,383 --> 00:05:23,943 Yuki, why are you so sad, mate? 82 00:05:26,082 --> 00:05:27,543 You look so really depressed. 83 00:05:28,063 --> 00:05:29,063 I was here early. 84 00:05:29,063 --> 00:05:30,022 Way too early. 85 00:05:30,022 --> 00:05:31,022 I'll join you. 86 00:05:31,983 --> 00:05:34,243 How's it going? How are you, mate? 87 00:05:35,303 --> 00:05:37,043 I didn't do any practice. 88 00:05:37,043 --> 00:05:38,943 - Why not? - It was my birthday. 89 00:05:38,943 --> 00:05:41,082 I got drunk in a casino. What else do you expect? 90 00:05:41,743 --> 00:05:44,462 Charles played roulette and got his number twice. 91 00:05:44,962 --> 00:05:46,883 He, like, tripled it and then lost it. 92 00:05:47,563 --> 00:05:49,743 Can I get all the drivers up? 93 00:05:49,743 --> 00:05:53,723 So we're gonna be doing a 28-minute show. 94 00:05:53,723 --> 00:05:57,582 And then at the end, we reveal all of you guys coming up the lifts, 95 00:05:57,582 --> 00:05:59,423 super rock-star style. 96 00:05:59,423 --> 00:06:02,863 If you wanna just feel like a rock star, that would be amazing. 97 00:06:02,863 --> 00:06:05,743 Just, you know, you could play to the grandstand side. 98 00:06:05,743 --> 00:06:07,203 What are we playing? 99 00:06:07,703 --> 00:06:10,743 - Uh, playing as in acting to it. - Ah, right. 100 00:06:11,383 --> 00:06:12,843 Acting like a rock star. 101 00:06:15,923 --> 00:06:17,142 Can we hide? 102 00:06:17,142 --> 00:06:18,503 You could. You can. 103 00:06:19,243 --> 00:06:20,723 I don't know how, but... 104 00:06:21,423 --> 00:06:23,803 - Yeah. I appreciate y'all. - We're pumped. 105 00:06:23,803 --> 00:06:25,863 - Yeah, you're pumped. - We are. 106 00:06:27,623 --> 00:06:30,943 Ladies and gentlemen, please put your hands together 107 00:06:30,943 --> 00:06:35,863 {\an8}for your 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix drivers! 108 00:06:42,342 --> 00:06:45,723 Vegas has brought the sparkle and the showmanship 109 00:06:45,723 --> 00:06:49,763 with the glitz and the glam and everything that Sin City holds. 110 00:06:51,082 --> 00:06:54,642 But on track, there's a huge amount still to play for. 111 00:06:57,063 --> 00:06:59,642 {\an8}Ferrari have been really strong the last couple of races. 112 00:06:59,642 --> 00:07:01,522 {\an8}They're pushing big time to beat us. 113 00:07:02,082 --> 00:07:05,323 On one side, it's exciting. On the other, it's definitely nerve-racking. 114 00:07:06,503 --> 00:07:07,863 Vegas is just incredible. 115 00:07:07,863 --> 00:07:09,282 {\an8}Team Ferrari. 116 00:07:09,282 --> 00:07:12,522 {\an8}But we are aware that Vegas can be a big opportunity. 117 00:07:14,803 --> 00:07:16,503 There's a lot of hype around it. 118 00:07:17,003 --> 00:07:18,762 But I think the most important thing for us 119 00:07:18,762 --> 00:07:20,823 is to put ourselves in the position of fighting them. 120 00:07:52,663 --> 00:07:54,383 Sorry, Fred, almost there. 121 00:07:55,003 --> 00:07:57,762 {\an8}Fred, we need to make you look the most handsome we can. 122 00:07:58,743 --> 00:08:00,303 {\an8}It's too late. Far too late. 123 00:08:00,803 --> 00:08:03,163 Who do you think the most vain team principal is? 124 00:08:08,443 --> 00:08:10,543 {\an8}This is an old shirt that Hannah... 125 00:08:11,683 --> 00:08:15,842 {\an8}That is an old shirt that is too tight on my... belly. 126 00:08:15,842 --> 00:08:17,522 Too much time in the gym. 127 00:08:17,522 --> 00:08:18,483 No, the belly. 128 00:08:20,943 --> 00:08:22,383 Toto's a handsome man. 129 00:08:24,883 --> 00:08:28,003 Good evening, we'll start with Fred's introduction. 130 00:08:28,003 --> 00:08:30,642 Yeah, a quick one. This event will be difficult. 131 00:08:30,642 --> 00:08:34,303 And perhaps a strange one with the track layout. 132 00:08:34,303 --> 00:08:36,163 But I think the most important will be 133 00:08:36,163 --> 00:08:38,443 for us to stay completely focused on the event 134 00:08:38,443 --> 00:08:42,543 and, uh, not to be focused on what's happening outside. 135 00:08:43,803 --> 00:08:46,963 We arrived in Las Vegas 20 points behind Mercedes. 136 00:08:46,963 --> 00:08:52,183 But we know it's the money time with the races remaining. 137 00:08:53,183 --> 00:08:55,002 We want to be in front of Mercedes. 138 00:08:56,122 --> 00:08:57,163 Thank you. 139 00:09:01,543 --> 00:09:03,983 After all the hype, we're finally gonna see some cars 140 00:09:03,983 --> 00:09:06,903 in the first ever practice session on this circuit. 141 00:09:08,763 --> 00:09:09,763 {\an8}All clear. 142 00:09:11,163 --> 00:09:12,122 {\an8}Copy. 143 00:09:12,122 --> 00:09:15,122 {\an8}The practice sessions are so important. 144 00:09:15,763 --> 00:09:17,242 Pit exit is open. 145 00:09:17,242 --> 00:09:21,303 Carlos Sainz taking to the track for the very first time. 146 00:09:21,303 --> 00:09:25,622 For the drivers, it's their first opportunity on that circuit 147 00:09:25,622 --> 00:09:28,823 to learn every nuance for Qualifying and for the race. 148 00:09:30,203 --> 00:09:32,423 {\an8}Track clear. Mode race. 149 00:09:32,423 --> 00:09:36,763 {\an8}Free practices, they are all about trying to understand the track 150 00:09:36,763 --> 00:09:39,643 and to achieve the best car setup and strategy 151 00:09:39,643 --> 00:09:41,043 that will come out on top. 152 00:09:42,923 --> 00:09:46,043 Las Vegas is a track that none of the drivers have driven. 153 00:09:46,603 --> 00:09:49,483 And what this does is it levels out the playing field. 154 00:09:51,002 --> 00:09:53,763 {\an8}Mode charge. Mode charge. And keep the pace up. 155 00:09:56,183 --> 00:09:58,763 Yeah, the grip is... Grip is pretty shocking here. 156 00:10:01,763 --> 00:10:04,363 {\an8}It's really very cool driving on the Strip. 157 00:10:08,403 --> 00:10:10,543 Is it the best track on Earth? 158 00:10:10,543 --> 00:10:12,083 Yeah, I have very little grip. 159 00:10:12,083 --> 00:10:13,323 {\an8}No, for sure not. 160 00:10:13,323 --> 00:10:14,963 Okay, understood. 161 00:10:17,063 --> 00:10:19,723 {\an8}Vegas turned out to be incredibly slippery. 162 00:10:20,502 --> 00:10:22,863 {\an8}- I don't have that grip. - Okay, copy. 163 00:10:23,943 --> 00:10:27,103 So I do anticipate it's gonna be a difficult weekend. 164 00:10:27,783 --> 00:10:30,643 Especially with Ferrari. We've got a lot of work to do. 165 00:10:33,043 --> 00:10:35,063 {\an8}I'm struggling with traction. 166 00:10:35,063 --> 00:10:37,303 There's a lot of hype around Vegas. 167 00:10:37,303 --> 00:10:40,882 I would like to open a lap just to confirm my feeling. 168 00:10:41,403 --> 00:10:42,443 Okay, understood. 169 00:10:42,443 --> 00:10:45,723 There's obviously a lot of uncertainties about the racetrack, 170 00:10:46,423 --> 00:10:50,122 but everyone's excited to see how it goes and see if we can put on a good show. 171 00:11:01,323 --> 00:11:02,483 Fucking hell. 172 00:11:03,643 --> 00:11:04,563 What was that? 173 00:11:09,363 --> 00:11:10,242 My back. 174 00:11:12,622 --> 00:11:14,283 Carlos Sainz has stopped. 175 00:11:14,823 --> 00:11:15,963 We got a red flag. 176 00:11:17,283 --> 00:11:19,002 That was severe, wasn't it? 177 00:11:21,303 --> 00:11:22,423 Are you okay? 178 00:11:23,363 --> 00:11:24,863 Yeah, but fuck's sake. 179 00:11:26,643 --> 00:11:29,382 I hit a drain cover, I think. 180 00:11:30,363 --> 00:11:32,622 Sainz appears to have hit a drain cover, 181 00:11:32,622 --> 00:11:34,843 and that could be some serious damage. 182 00:11:36,043 --> 00:11:38,023 The floor is gonna be destroyed. 183 00:11:48,583 --> 00:11:52,523 This is a... a nightmare scenario for... for Carlos and Ferrari. 184 00:11:55,343 --> 00:11:58,603 The team are now watching that back in the garage. 185 00:12:02,023 --> 00:12:03,443 Man, that was a big hit. 186 00:12:03,443 --> 00:12:05,223 That is not a small amount of damage. 187 00:12:06,043 --> 00:12:07,583 And where it's hit the car, 188 00:12:08,223 --> 00:12:11,803 Ferrari now have to build a brand-new car from scratch. 189 00:12:12,843 --> 00:12:15,663 But you have a certain allocation 190 00:12:15,663 --> 00:12:19,762 of engines, gear boxes that you can use throughout the season. 191 00:12:21,643 --> 00:12:24,523 And they've used more than their season's allocation. 192 00:12:26,043 --> 00:12:28,563 There is no waiver. 193 00:12:28,563 --> 00:12:30,483 There is no route around it. 194 00:12:32,103 --> 00:12:35,963 Ferrari now face a ten-place grid penalty for the race. 195 00:12:36,983 --> 00:12:39,382 It's not an easy situation to be in. 196 00:12:40,622 --> 00:12:41,762 And if you're Ferrari 197 00:12:41,762 --> 00:12:45,283 and you're competing against your arch rival, Mercedes, 198 00:12:45,283 --> 00:12:46,683 for P2 in the championship, 199 00:12:46,683 --> 00:12:49,262 it is the last thing that you want. 200 00:12:51,583 --> 00:12:54,382 You're gonna be late for the press conference. You need to go. 201 00:12:56,403 --> 00:12:58,242 Have you seen this video of Sainz? 202 00:13:00,463 --> 00:13:02,683 Watch. Hang on. It replays in a second. 203 00:13:03,483 --> 00:13:04,323 Watch up there. 204 00:13:07,262 --> 00:13:08,283 It goes off like a bomb. 205 00:13:15,242 --> 00:13:18,483 It's been a very unfortunate start to the on-track proceedings. 206 00:13:18,483 --> 00:13:20,903 And, Fred, perhaps we could start with you. 207 00:13:20,903 --> 00:13:23,382 Have you had a chance to look at the car yet? 208 00:13:23,382 --> 00:13:25,543 The situation is that, uh, 209 00:13:26,163 --> 00:13:28,023 we damaged completely the monocoque, 210 00:13:28,523 --> 00:13:30,203 the engine, the battery. 211 00:13:30,203 --> 00:13:31,923 And, uh, 212 00:13:33,002 --> 00:13:35,043 I think it's just unacceptable. 213 00:13:36,122 --> 00:13:40,163 Well, let's look bigger picture because... 214 00:13:40,163 --> 00:13:41,622 But this one is a good one. 215 00:13:41,622 --> 00:13:44,122 I don't need to have a bigger picture than this one. 216 00:13:44,122 --> 00:13:45,303 Okay. 217 00:13:45,303 --> 00:13:49,242 But, Fred, I did just want to ask you about this event, 218 00:13:49,242 --> 00:13:51,963 if we can just talk about the Las Vegas Grand Prix. 219 00:13:51,963 --> 00:13:54,083 Yeah, guys, but I... 220 00:13:54,603 --> 00:13:57,663 I'm not sure that is the topic for me today. Not, uh... 221 00:13:57,663 --> 00:14:00,703 We had a very tough FP1. This will cost us a fortune. 222 00:14:01,382 --> 00:14:03,642 With a fucked-up decision for Carlos. 223 00:14:03,642 --> 00:14:06,183 But we have to change the chassis, half of the car, 224 00:14:06,683 --> 00:14:08,262 or two-thirds of the car. 225 00:14:08,262 --> 00:14:11,483 Okay, the show is the show, and everything is going well, but, uh, 226 00:14:12,083 --> 00:14:14,283 I think it's just unacceptable from the F1 today. 227 00:14:14,783 --> 00:14:17,622 - Okay, well, this is the last-- - Fred is upset. 228 00:14:18,122 --> 00:14:21,363 I am, Toto, but you would be upset in my situation. 229 00:14:22,683 --> 00:14:26,043 Fred, let's look at 2023 as a whole, okay? 230 00:14:26,043 --> 00:14:30,063 Your first year as team principal of Ferrari. 231 00:14:30,882 --> 00:14:33,002 You're putting yourself into more trouble. 232 00:14:33,002 --> 00:14:35,522 - No, but-- - I've known him for 20 years. He has... 233 00:14:38,762 --> 00:14:40,742 - Fred, can we just-- - Can I leave now or... 234 00:14:40,742 --> 00:14:45,683 - Can we reflect on the year? - Ask a question to Toto about something. 235 00:14:45,683 --> 00:14:48,242 All right. Well, look, we'll come back to you, Fred. 236 00:14:48,242 --> 00:14:49,663 - We'll come back to you. - Sure. 237 00:14:58,683 --> 00:15:01,362 It's fast approaching midnight here in Las Vegas, 238 00:15:01,362 --> 00:15:02,923 and it's all about Qualifying. 239 00:15:05,223 --> 00:15:07,963 Tonight, you can put your money on red for Ferrari, 240 00:15:07,963 --> 00:15:09,683 black, maybe, for Mercedes. 241 00:15:11,183 --> 00:15:12,943 Who can hit the jackpot of pole? 242 00:15:14,862 --> 00:15:17,762 Carlos Sainz, he's had a ten-place grid penalty. 243 00:15:17,762 --> 00:15:21,103 Not his fault, but the stewards couldn't do anything about the regulations. 244 00:15:21,103 --> 00:15:25,103 It does seem hugely unfair on Ferrari and Sainz. 245 00:15:26,642 --> 00:15:29,343 We are a bit surprised with the bad luck we had with the drain. 246 00:15:29,843 --> 00:15:34,122 We know it has made overtaking Mercedes for P2 this weekend tough. 247 00:15:35,882 --> 00:15:37,242 But I'm focused. 248 00:15:42,742 --> 00:15:46,103 The green light at the end of the pit lane, 20 cars embark 249 00:15:46,103 --> 00:15:47,362 on to the racetrack. 250 00:15:53,803 --> 00:15:55,742 {\an8}Mode push, mode push. 251 00:15:56,902 --> 00:15:57,843 {\an8}Copy. 252 00:15:58,463 --> 00:16:00,703 Unfortunately, we've been very unlucky. 253 00:16:00,703 --> 00:16:04,122 It's a moment where, I think, as a team, we need to work as hard as possible 254 00:16:04,122 --> 00:16:05,803 in order to recover. 255 00:16:14,142 --> 00:16:16,122 And at the moment, you are P1. 256 00:16:16,122 --> 00:16:20,043 Charles Leclerc sets the benchmark for the rest to chase. 257 00:16:20,043 --> 00:16:21,622 A very quick lap. 258 00:16:23,703 --> 00:16:26,783 {\an8}And circuit's all clear. Good to go. 259 00:16:32,083 --> 00:16:35,642 Ferrari's always gonna be up there. This makes it difficult for us. 260 00:16:35,642 --> 00:16:36,902 But it is what it is. 261 00:16:36,902 --> 00:16:40,043 You just have to keep your head down and just keep... keep rolling. 262 00:16:46,423 --> 00:16:47,362 P11. 263 00:16:49,482 --> 00:16:51,083 Couldn't go faster, mate. 264 00:16:52,203 --> 00:16:54,622 A massive disappointment for Mercedes. 265 00:16:54,622 --> 00:16:56,522 They were expecting better than that. 266 00:16:58,703 --> 00:17:02,382 Here comes the Ferrari of Carlos Sainz. 267 00:17:04,202 --> 00:17:05,462 Push, yep. Push. 268 00:17:18,763 --> 00:17:21,483 It's so close between him and Leclerc at the moment. 269 00:17:26,343 --> 00:17:28,903 - Currently, you are P2. - All good. 270 00:17:33,243 --> 00:17:36,523 Out comes the Mercedes of George Russell. 271 00:17:37,323 --> 00:17:38,323 Where's Lewis? 272 00:17:38,923 --> 00:17:40,643 He's P11. 273 00:17:47,563 --> 00:17:49,223 Ferrari are looking really strong, 274 00:17:49,223 --> 00:17:52,583 but you always believe you're gonna go out there and achieve a big result. 275 00:17:53,263 --> 00:17:55,343 You're on target, so push your way through. 276 00:17:56,663 --> 00:18:00,423 Can Russell put the Mercedes in front of the Ferraris? 277 00:18:04,383 --> 00:18:06,763 That's, um... Yeah, P4. 278 00:18:07,643 --> 00:18:09,143 Are Ferrari 1 and 2? 279 00:18:12,063 --> 00:18:13,083 And P1. 280 00:18:17,103 --> 00:18:18,123 P1, you said? 281 00:18:18,123 --> 00:18:20,063 Yes, P1. Good job. 282 00:18:21,883 --> 00:18:22,843 Good job, guys. 283 00:18:24,483 --> 00:18:27,222 A great battle between the scarlet Ferraris, 284 00:18:27,222 --> 00:18:28,942 but it's Charles Leclerc's day. 285 00:18:28,942 --> 00:18:30,263 He's edged his teammate. 286 00:18:33,483 --> 00:18:34,462 And P2. 287 00:18:36,123 --> 00:18:38,923 Congrats to everyone and thank you for yesterday. 288 00:18:40,183 --> 00:18:41,983 A Ferrari one-two, 289 00:18:41,983 --> 00:18:44,643 but that ten-place grid penalty for Carlos Sainz 290 00:18:44,643 --> 00:18:47,563 means he starts tomorrow's race in P12. 291 00:18:49,923 --> 00:18:50,823 That was good. 292 00:18:52,023 --> 00:18:53,143 Fucking penalty. 293 00:19:02,983 --> 00:19:06,343 Here we go. The penultimate round of the season. 294 00:19:07,603 --> 00:19:10,803 And it looks absolutely epic here in Vegas. 295 00:19:11,442 --> 00:19:13,523 F1, Vegas, baby! 296 00:19:13,523 --> 00:19:15,222 It don't get better than this. 297 00:19:18,343 --> 00:19:20,563 There's so many of y'all motherfuckers. 298 00:19:22,243 --> 00:19:25,183 - Hey! How are you, man? - I like your car. 299 00:19:25,183 --> 00:19:27,303 - Do you wanna drive? - No. No! 300 00:19:27,843 --> 00:19:28,903 It's mega, no? 301 00:19:28,903 --> 00:19:32,683 Toto, I just want to thank you for saying all the nice things about Las Vegas. 302 00:19:32,683 --> 00:19:35,303 - Yeah, it was necessary. - It was very kind of you. 303 00:19:35,303 --> 00:19:36,583 Too many naysayers. 304 00:19:37,263 --> 00:19:39,803 All right, well, showtime. 305 00:19:40,343 --> 00:19:42,962 Second place in the Constructors up for grabs. 306 00:19:42,962 --> 00:19:45,462 Mercedes in second, Ferrari in third. 307 00:19:48,123 --> 00:19:50,783 Carlos Sainz, with one of the more unfair penalties 308 00:19:50,783 --> 00:19:54,403 you will ever see in Formula 1, from the front row down to 12th. 309 00:19:55,903 --> 00:19:58,403 He will be aiming to fight his way through the pack 310 00:19:58,403 --> 00:20:01,222 and finish ahead of the Mercedes of Hamilton, who starts tenth. 311 00:20:01,803 --> 00:20:03,623 And George Russell starts P3. 312 00:20:05,423 --> 00:20:08,143 And then it's Max Verstappen on the front row. 313 00:20:08,143 --> 00:20:09,702 And it's Charles Leclerc on pole. 314 00:20:09,702 --> 00:20:12,403 Can he convert that into a race victory tonight? 315 00:20:16,523 --> 00:20:18,163 Ninety seconds. Fire up. 316 00:20:19,222 --> 00:20:20,623 {\an8}Focus on the lights. 317 00:20:24,303 --> 00:20:27,543 And it's lights out and away we go. 318 00:20:30,603 --> 00:20:34,163 {\an8}Charles Leclerc gets away well, but Verstappen's coming at him. 319 00:20:37,663 --> 00:20:39,063 He pushed me wide. 320 00:20:40,202 --> 00:20:42,123 Chaos in the middle of the pack! 321 00:20:42,123 --> 00:20:44,243 Carlos Sainz facing the wrong way. 322 00:20:47,722 --> 00:20:50,683 {\an8}- Are you okay with the car? - I think so. 323 00:20:51,583 --> 00:20:53,202 Terrible start for Ferrari. 324 00:20:53,202 --> 00:20:55,202 Sainz at the back, Charles Leclerc in second, 325 00:20:55,202 --> 00:20:56,643 and Max Verstappen, leads. 326 00:20:58,483 --> 00:21:00,702 Ferrari have got a mountain to climb. 327 00:21:07,643 --> 00:21:11,843 The two Aston Martins hunted down by Sainz's Ferrari. 328 00:21:13,403 --> 00:21:15,483 The race is still on for us. 329 00:21:15,483 --> 00:21:18,163 DRS enabled. Fernando, 0.6 in front. 330 00:21:21,883 --> 00:21:24,103 Alonso's under pressure from Carlos Sainz, 331 00:21:24,103 --> 00:21:25,702 who goes down the inside. 332 00:21:29,702 --> 00:21:31,103 Good job, Carlos. 333 00:21:32,603 --> 00:21:35,383 Right now, it's time to forget about mistakes 334 00:21:35,383 --> 00:21:37,543 and just focus with our heads down. 335 00:21:44,143 --> 00:21:46,503 A good recovery drive, this from Sainz. 336 00:21:46,503 --> 00:21:49,202 He's now closing in on the Mercedes of Hamilton. 337 00:21:55,163 --> 00:21:57,523 {\an8}- Position? - Currently P9. 338 00:21:58,222 --> 00:21:59,482 {\an8}There's Piastri ahead. 339 00:22:11,303 --> 00:22:13,183 Oh shit! I got a puncture. 340 00:22:13,183 --> 00:22:14,783 Fuck. Oh damn. 341 00:22:15,503 --> 00:22:17,063 Box, box. Box, box. 342 00:22:19,442 --> 00:22:22,942 {\an8}Hamilton with a puncture in front. Hamilton with a puncture in front. 343 00:22:22,942 --> 00:22:23,823 Copy. 344 00:22:30,163 --> 00:22:32,283 Hamilton is really struggling here. 345 00:22:35,482 --> 00:22:39,982 That is absolute disaster this evening for Mercedes. 346 00:22:40,783 --> 00:22:42,683 Ferrari will be pretty happy. 347 00:22:43,783 --> 00:22:46,683 Both their drivers ahead of Lewis Hamilton. 348 00:22:48,423 --> 00:22:51,982 This is the battle for the lead at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. 349 00:22:57,403 --> 00:22:59,363 The tires are really fucked, mate. 350 00:22:59,863 --> 00:23:01,063 Confirm. Box. 351 00:23:04,603 --> 00:23:07,962 Charles Leclerc is closing in on Max Verstappen. 352 00:23:09,283 --> 00:23:11,183 Leclerc's gonna pull the move. 353 00:23:13,982 --> 00:23:18,183 Charles Leclerc takes the lead of the Las Vegas Grand Prix! 354 00:23:20,003 --> 00:23:21,583 You are doing a good job. 355 00:23:25,303 --> 00:23:28,763 And there he goes. Very quick stop indeed. 356 00:23:33,023 --> 00:23:35,043 So that's Russell ahead, Max. 357 00:23:38,063 --> 00:23:40,763 {\an8}You've got Verstappen's car behind, 1.5. 358 00:23:48,722 --> 00:23:50,923 You've got Verstappen now behind at 0.5. 359 00:23:52,103 --> 00:23:52,962 Copy. 360 00:23:57,942 --> 00:24:00,563 Max Verstappen fancies a chance here! 361 00:24:01,663 --> 00:24:04,623 There's contact! Verstappen into the side of Russell. 362 00:24:08,202 --> 00:24:11,083 Fuck! Wing cover damaged. 363 00:24:11,083 --> 00:24:12,982 Box, box. Box, box. 364 00:24:19,063 --> 00:24:20,163 {\an8}Position? 365 00:24:20,923 --> 00:24:22,343 {\an8}P7, P7. 366 00:24:22,343 --> 00:24:24,523 {\an8}Carlos Sainz having an incredible race. 367 00:24:24,523 --> 00:24:27,303 He's now ahead of both of the Mercedes. 368 00:24:28,083 --> 00:24:30,503 And Gasly in front is struggling quite a lot. 369 00:24:30,503 --> 00:24:31,523 Should be doable. 370 00:24:32,043 --> 00:24:32,883 Copy. 371 00:24:39,722 --> 00:24:41,482 Leclerc still leads this race, 372 00:24:41,482 --> 00:24:44,323 but he has the two Red Bulls right behind him. 373 00:24:49,323 --> 00:24:51,603 Let's work together here. We can get him. 374 00:24:54,303 --> 00:24:56,123 Verstappen behind with DRS. 375 00:24:56,843 --> 00:24:59,303 Behind him, also Pérez with DRS. 376 00:25:01,323 --> 00:25:04,403 They've got new tires. It's going to be difficult. 377 00:25:05,063 --> 00:25:06,202 Yeah, copy. 378 00:25:06,202 --> 00:25:08,942 But you are doing a good job, okay. Continue like this. 379 00:25:10,742 --> 00:25:11,603 0.4. 380 00:25:21,603 --> 00:25:23,183 We go down the Strip. 381 00:25:23,903 --> 00:25:26,183 Max Verstappen takes the place back. 382 00:25:28,523 --> 00:25:31,222 Look at how brave Charles is. 383 00:25:31,222 --> 00:25:34,242 Verstappen takes the lead back once again. 384 00:25:36,623 --> 00:25:38,942 Pérez behind, 0.6. 385 00:25:44,222 --> 00:25:45,803 He's starting to drop back to you. 386 00:25:53,343 --> 00:25:54,303 Oh no. 387 00:25:57,123 --> 00:25:59,103 Having led this Grand Prix, 388 00:25:59,103 --> 00:26:03,863 {\an8}Leclerc has been passed by both Red Bulls and he finds himself in third. 389 00:26:04,523 --> 00:26:05,643 {\an8}And last lap. 390 00:26:06,462 --> 00:26:09,003 And Pérez in front. Stay as close as possible. 391 00:26:09,003 --> 00:26:10,543 Yes, yes. 392 00:26:11,103 --> 00:26:13,143 Here we go, down the straight. 393 00:26:13,143 --> 00:26:17,702 1.2 miles for Charles Leclerc to try and get past Sergio Pérez. 394 00:26:18,423 --> 00:26:21,742 {\an8}- What's the gap behind? - Leclerc, 0.9, has DRS. 395 00:26:24,783 --> 00:26:27,083 Try to maximize full throttle. 396 00:26:27,583 --> 00:26:28,523 Come on. 397 00:26:29,583 --> 00:26:30,863 0.7. 398 00:26:45,263 --> 00:26:46,303 Ah, fuck. 399 00:26:47,442 --> 00:26:49,283 But Checo's still fighting! 400 00:26:51,982 --> 00:26:55,383 It's Charles Leclerc who takes second place. 401 00:27:00,823 --> 00:27:04,462 I'm pleased with second place. I'm pleased with fucking second place. 402 00:27:04,962 --> 00:27:06,603 You did a fantastic job. 403 00:27:09,663 --> 00:27:11,063 {\an8}Where are the Mercedes? 404 00:27:11,063 --> 00:27:13,742 {\an8}So P7, Hamilton. 405 00:27:13,742 --> 00:27:15,462 P8, Russell. 406 00:27:15,462 --> 00:27:17,363 And, uh, Carlos? 407 00:27:17,363 --> 00:27:19,442 Sainz, P6. 408 00:27:19,442 --> 00:27:20,903 Ah, good, good, good. 409 00:27:24,023 --> 00:27:26,523 {\an8}- Good job, Carlos. - Thank you, Fred. 410 00:27:27,343 --> 00:27:28,423 {\an8}Is that it? 411 00:27:28,423 --> 00:27:29,823 {\an8}That's it, mate. P7. 412 00:27:30,683 --> 00:27:32,763 {\an8}That's been a tough day at the office, mate. 413 00:27:33,263 --> 00:27:34,323 {\an8}P8. 414 00:27:37,742 --> 00:27:40,123 Honestly, sums up the season, this race. 415 00:27:48,803 --> 00:27:53,383 I think, personally, Carlos had a great performance. 416 00:27:53,383 --> 00:27:58,083 Now we're four points behind Mercedes. We know what we have to do in Abu Dhabi. 417 00:28:00,783 --> 00:28:03,683 We lost a lot of points today to Ferrari, um, 418 00:28:05,563 --> 00:28:06,962 which is really unfortunate. 419 00:28:07,722 --> 00:28:09,962 But we'll go to the last race, 420 00:28:09,962 --> 00:28:13,442 we'll fight and give it everything we got. 421 00:28:17,702 --> 00:28:18,702 We have a problem. 422 00:28:20,103 --> 00:28:22,503 Clearly, we've underperformed. 423 00:28:22,503 --> 00:28:25,043 Certainly not what, uh, what we aimed for. 424 00:28:25,722 --> 00:28:29,462 So this is, let's say, a dynamic situation. 425 00:28:30,722 --> 00:28:34,222 Fighting for P2 is a formidable challenge against Fred. 426 00:28:34,923 --> 00:28:38,923 So obviously, the pressure, um, is big. 427 00:28:39,863 --> 00:28:41,683 We just gotta beat the Ferraris. 428 00:28:44,343 --> 00:28:46,103 There are now just four points 429 00:28:46,103 --> 00:28:48,982 between Mercedes and Ferrari for that second place. 430 00:29:05,242 --> 00:29:07,002 - The final one. - Final one. 431 00:29:07,002 --> 00:29:08,502 And then we're going home. 432 00:29:09,202 --> 00:29:10,903 Go and see my parents. 433 00:29:12,043 --> 00:29:13,722 You've got a job to do first, though. 434 00:29:13,722 --> 00:29:15,283 Oh yeah, I've got a race. 435 00:29:15,283 --> 00:29:16,403 Yeah, true. 436 00:29:16,403 --> 00:29:18,442 I thought there'd be some fighting talk. 437 00:29:18,442 --> 00:29:19,982 - Oh. - No, we don't do that. 438 00:29:19,982 --> 00:29:20,863 No. 439 00:29:20,863 --> 00:29:24,063 - We're not that type of team, you know? - We do our talking on the track. 440 00:29:24,942 --> 00:29:26,023 Bang on, Oscar. 441 00:29:27,482 --> 00:29:28,583 He may be young... 442 00:29:30,303 --> 00:29:31,442 ...but he's not dumb. 443 00:29:34,283 --> 00:29:36,023 The season finale has arrived. 444 00:29:36,023 --> 00:29:38,242 After a relentless journey around the world, 445 00:29:38,242 --> 00:29:42,002 we have reached the concluding chapter of 2023. 446 00:29:44,083 --> 00:29:45,103 Morning. 447 00:29:46,403 --> 00:29:48,523 - How are you feeling? - Yeah. 448 00:29:49,023 --> 00:29:52,063 Jet-lagged. Fucked. Other than that, all good. 449 00:29:52,722 --> 00:29:54,383 - The last one. - Yes. 450 00:29:56,462 --> 00:30:00,422 The Formula 1 season is an intense ten-month schedule. 451 00:30:01,103 --> 00:30:02,823 It's relentless. 452 00:30:03,623 --> 00:30:04,603 Hey, guys. 453 00:30:06,063 --> 00:30:07,883 Thousands of laps completed. 454 00:30:07,883 --> 00:30:12,023 And there's still plenty to fight for in this last race of the season. 455 00:30:12,023 --> 00:30:14,563 And it's not just the fight for second 456 00:30:14,563 --> 00:30:16,843 in the Constructors Championship that's at stake. 457 00:30:20,722 --> 00:30:22,863 There's also this intense battle 458 00:30:22,863 --> 00:30:25,823 between McLaren and Aston Martin for fourth place. 459 00:30:25,823 --> 00:30:27,922 Morning. 460 00:30:31,883 --> 00:30:33,843 I wish we weren't racing Fernando 461 00:30:33,843 --> 00:30:39,442 'cause he's capable of pulling off some miraculous... results. 462 00:30:40,843 --> 00:30:43,163 Fourth will be amazing given where we started. 463 00:30:43,742 --> 00:30:46,843 I think if it's fifth, we're all gonna be pissed off, 464 00:30:47,403 --> 00:30:51,163 especially 'cause the last couple races, we've clearly been quicker, 465 00:30:51,163 --> 00:30:53,383 but we've had some problems. 466 00:30:53,922 --> 00:30:57,422 - You heard from Lawrence? - I've had a text from Lawrence. 467 00:30:57,982 --> 00:31:00,462 I wouldn't say that was friendly... banter. 468 00:31:00,462 --> 00:31:05,422 I would say it's probably not made for PG TV either. 469 00:31:07,403 --> 00:31:08,843 Yeah? What did he say? 470 00:31:09,523 --> 00:31:11,722 Uh, why don't you ask him? 471 00:31:13,623 --> 00:31:17,863 {\an8}Big weekend here in Abu Dhabi. We have an 11-point lead over Aston Martin 472 00:31:17,863 --> 00:31:19,962 for fourth in the championship. 473 00:31:20,702 --> 00:31:21,863 It's hotter today, no? 474 00:31:21,863 --> 00:31:24,583 I would've never thought we would have been here. 475 00:31:24,583 --> 00:31:27,502 You know, they started the season second-quickest team, 476 00:31:27,502 --> 00:31:30,323 and we started the season probably the ninth quickest. 477 00:31:31,263 --> 00:31:33,523 - It's gone very quick. - It has gone very quickly. 478 00:31:34,523 --> 00:31:37,843 I believe we have the faster car, we have the better driver lineup. 479 00:31:39,263 --> 00:31:40,763 But now we need to close the deal. 480 00:31:41,742 --> 00:31:43,323 Any messages for Lawrence? 481 00:31:44,242 --> 00:31:45,103 Game on. 482 00:31:48,563 --> 00:31:49,482 Good to see you. 483 00:31:51,843 --> 00:31:55,222 We definitely hit a lull in the middle of the season. 484 00:31:55,222 --> 00:31:58,663 Uh, we made some mistakes, and we were just too slow. 485 00:31:58,663 --> 00:32:00,682 I think it made everybody a little bit hungrier 486 00:32:00,682 --> 00:32:04,222 to finish stronger in the last race than our competitors. 487 00:32:06,363 --> 00:32:07,262 How are you? 488 00:32:08,403 --> 00:32:09,422 P2 or P3? 489 00:32:09,422 --> 00:32:10,502 P3. 490 00:32:11,583 --> 00:32:13,182 Where are you starting, seventh? 491 00:32:13,182 --> 00:32:15,982 If I push on his rear, you crash into him. 492 00:32:17,242 --> 00:32:19,043 Good for you. Good for you. 493 00:32:20,163 --> 00:32:23,182 I think the team really deserves this year to finish fourth. 494 00:32:23,682 --> 00:32:25,643 {\an8}And I feel motivated. 495 00:32:26,422 --> 00:32:29,283 McLaren is doing an outstanding job this year. 496 00:32:29,783 --> 00:32:30,742 Ten-pin bowling. 497 00:32:31,863 --> 00:32:33,903 So it's gonna be a tight fight. 498 00:32:36,163 --> 00:32:38,222 Everyone thought they'd be title challengers. 499 00:32:38,803 --> 00:32:40,283 But they started strong. 500 00:32:40,283 --> 00:32:41,922 And we went up. 501 00:32:43,143 --> 00:32:44,103 They went down. 502 00:32:44,103 --> 00:32:45,182 Who knows? 503 00:32:47,163 --> 00:32:48,103 What? 504 00:32:48,103 --> 00:32:49,143 I send you bad luck. 505 00:32:50,883 --> 00:32:52,462 Bad luck! 506 00:32:52,462 --> 00:32:55,002 Our final job is to finish ahead of them. 507 00:32:55,903 --> 00:32:58,702 There is more pressure going up against Fernando Alonso. 508 00:32:58,702 --> 00:33:01,762 But if there's one team we really want to beat, it's them. 509 00:33:06,343 --> 00:33:08,783 This is it. It all comes down to one last round. 510 00:33:09,762 --> 00:33:11,863 But it's pretty tight between all of us. 511 00:33:13,202 --> 00:33:15,023 Further back down the paddock, 512 00:33:15,023 --> 00:33:18,702 every team's objectives are to finish ahead of their rivals. 513 00:33:19,262 --> 00:33:22,043 I think we have a faster race car than we expected here. 514 00:33:23,603 --> 00:33:24,942 I'm looking forward to it. 515 00:33:25,603 --> 00:33:26,502 See you later on. 516 00:33:32,383 --> 00:33:35,262 Going into Abu Dhabi, the car will not be a lot different. 517 00:33:35,262 --> 00:33:38,603 So we need some help from something to get some points. 518 00:33:38,603 --> 00:33:40,383 Otherwise, we finish last. 519 00:33:41,363 --> 00:33:45,563 {\an8}But you always go out there, do your best, and try to make the miracle happen. 520 00:33:51,603 --> 00:33:53,863 Welcome to the season finale, 521 00:33:53,863 --> 00:33:56,422 the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, 522 00:33:56,422 --> 00:34:00,563 where the story remains incomplete for this season in so many areas. 523 00:34:01,063 --> 00:34:02,202 Okay, here we go. 524 00:34:03,603 --> 00:34:04,462 {\an8}Beautiful. 525 00:34:05,682 --> 00:34:07,762 Thank you very much. Thank you. 526 00:34:11,623 --> 00:34:13,663 How do you find it at Alpine? 527 00:34:13,663 --> 00:34:16,983 Somehow, the team has so much more potential than what we're showing. 528 00:34:17,483 --> 00:34:18,623 You know, like... 529 00:34:19,163 --> 00:34:21,282 Everyone was disappointed with the performance 530 00:34:21,282 --> 00:34:23,103 we showed since the start of the year. 531 00:34:23,103 --> 00:34:24,923 {\an8}But there've been quite a few changes. 532 00:34:24,923 --> 00:34:28,303 {\an8}Well, being on the podium in Zandvoort was, uh... was amazing. 533 00:34:29,463 --> 00:34:33,903 Now, with Esteban, the best it's been since... since ten years. 534 00:34:33,903 --> 00:34:35,983 It's a good place to... to be in. 535 00:34:36,682 --> 00:34:39,023 Still not in a good place, the car. 536 00:34:39,023 --> 00:34:42,463 - I'll see what I can do with it. - I'm sure you can do something with it. 537 00:34:42,963 --> 00:34:44,663 I don't wanna see this car again after today. 538 00:34:44,663 --> 00:34:46,202 It's the last one. Last one. 539 00:34:46,702 --> 00:34:49,583 Let's do the best out of the last 90 minutes of the season. 540 00:34:49,583 --> 00:34:51,603 Yep. I'll give it everything. 541 00:34:57,263 --> 00:35:00,223 We're coming to the last race with Ferrari four points behind. 542 00:35:01,083 --> 00:35:03,903 George and Lewis wanna give it all they have 543 00:35:03,903 --> 00:35:06,543 to finish second in the Constructor Championship. 544 00:35:07,803 --> 00:35:09,243 - Ready for it? - Yeah. You? 545 00:35:09,243 --> 00:35:10,903 Yeah, I'm excited. 546 00:35:10,903 --> 00:35:12,023 Gonna be a good one. 547 00:35:12,023 --> 00:35:15,403 So it's about who can do the better job, uh, here, 548 00:35:15,403 --> 00:35:16,923 who can score more points. 549 00:35:17,783 --> 00:35:20,583 If Mercedes can get one car on that podium today, 550 00:35:20,583 --> 00:35:22,323 that will give them the best chance 551 00:35:22,323 --> 00:35:24,523 to secure second place in the championship. 552 00:35:25,663 --> 00:35:28,983 Charles Leclerc starts second on the grid, but his teammate, Carlos Sainz, 553 00:35:28,983 --> 00:35:30,723 is way back in 16th. 554 00:35:38,403 --> 00:35:42,403 George Russell starting fourth, while Lewis Hamilton's down in 11th. 555 00:35:44,423 --> 00:35:46,603 - Good luck today. - Thank you. You too. 556 00:35:46,603 --> 00:35:47,862 All right, see you soon. 557 00:35:52,163 --> 00:35:54,403 - Radio check, Fernando. - Loud and clear. 558 00:35:54,903 --> 00:35:56,803 Aston Martin have it all to do 559 00:35:56,803 --> 00:35:58,862 in the fight to beat McLaren to fourth. 560 00:35:58,862 --> 00:36:00,603 Fernando Alonso starts seventh, 561 00:36:00,603 --> 00:36:03,543 and his teammate, Lance Stroll, is down in 13th. 562 00:36:04,043 --> 00:36:06,362 For the McLarens, Lando Norris starts fifth. 563 00:36:06,362 --> 00:36:08,743 Oscar Piastri up ahead, P3. 564 00:36:09,783 --> 00:36:11,283 Thirty seconds. 565 00:36:14,563 --> 00:36:16,643 - Good luck. - Good luck. Grazie. 566 00:36:19,862 --> 00:36:22,723 {\an8}This is the time where we really need to push even harder. 567 00:36:27,783 --> 00:36:30,362 {\an8}We know that it is going to be a huge challenge. 568 00:36:30,362 --> 00:36:32,763 We have to do absolutely everything perfect. 569 00:36:34,083 --> 00:36:35,243 Last car on the grid. 570 00:36:39,023 --> 00:36:42,523 {\an8}The fight between us and Ferrari is within touching distance. 571 00:36:43,103 --> 00:36:44,643 It's gonna be a tight battle. 572 00:36:50,743 --> 00:36:52,943 I'm gonna have to drive the race of my life. 573 00:36:59,083 --> 00:37:02,103 {\an8}And the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is go! 574 00:37:03,943 --> 00:37:06,223 Norris and Russell going wheel to wheel. 575 00:37:11,083 --> 00:37:12,143 Fuck. 576 00:37:16,143 --> 00:37:18,463 - What position are we? - Currently P5. 577 00:37:29,623 --> 00:37:32,003 {\an8}- Position? - Currently P9. 578 00:37:33,103 --> 00:37:35,103 - DRS has been enabled. - Okay. 579 00:37:36,683 --> 00:37:39,763 Both the Mercedes desperately chasing down a podium finish. 580 00:37:44,203 --> 00:37:45,923 {\an8}I've just damaged my front wing. 581 00:37:46,523 --> 00:37:47,943 {\an8}He locked up ahead of me. 582 00:37:52,842 --> 00:37:57,263 {\an8}Leclerc in second, keeping Ferrari's hopes alive. 583 00:37:57,263 --> 00:37:59,803 {\an8}Gap to Verstappen in front, 1.5. 584 00:37:59,803 --> 00:38:02,123 You are doing a good job, so continue like this. 585 00:38:04,443 --> 00:38:06,563 {\an8}Gap ahead to Piastri, 0.4. 586 00:38:08,523 --> 00:38:11,103 {\an8}Suggest more speed. Keep protecting. 587 00:38:12,902 --> 00:38:14,243 {\an8}You have DRS. 588 00:38:20,862 --> 00:38:21,743 Good job. 589 00:38:21,743 --> 00:38:25,583 Fourth for Russell, who's carrying the hopes of that team right now. 590 00:38:25,583 --> 00:38:28,743 Nice job, mate. So 2.4 ahead to Norris. 591 00:38:29,503 --> 00:38:32,402 At this moment in time, Mercedes need George Russell 592 00:38:32,402 --> 00:38:33,743 to get himself onto a podium. 593 00:38:38,783 --> 00:38:40,723 {\an8}- Piastri ahead. - Copy. 594 00:38:45,523 --> 00:38:46,823 {\an8}Alonso, 0.6. 595 00:38:50,703 --> 00:38:52,583 {\an8}- Push everything now. - Okay. 596 00:38:53,842 --> 00:38:56,063 {\an8}Use the pace, Oscar. Use the pace. 597 00:39:00,382 --> 00:39:01,323 Defending well. 598 00:39:01,323 --> 00:39:02,362 This is good, Oscar. 599 00:39:03,523 --> 00:39:04,963 If it stays this way, 600 00:39:04,963 --> 00:39:08,643 McLaren take fourth place in the Constructors over Aston Martin. 601 00:39:13,603 --> 00:39:16,023 {\an8}This is really good stuff, mate. Let's close that gap. 602 00:39:16,023 --> 00:39:16,923 {\an8}I'm pushing. 603 00:39:17,503 --> 00:39:21,263 {\an8}Lando Norris in third, being chased by George Russell. 604 00:39:22,163 --> 00:39:23,003 Gap? 605 00:39:23,003 --> 00:39:25,683 0.6 behind. We are managing an issue. 606 00:39:28,483 --> 00:39:30,523 Okay, Lando, we are box this lap. Box this lap. 607 00:39:31,243 --> 00:39:32,123 Confirm. 608 00:39:33,882 --> 00:39:37,263 {\an8}Norris just pitted. Box, box. Box, box. 609 00:39:39,862 --> 00:39:42,362 {\an8}Could be close to Russell at exit. 610 00:39:46,443 --> 00:39:48,303 Oh no, it's a slow stop! 611 00:39:51,503 --> 00:39:55,483 George Russell up to third and a podium spot. 612 00:39:55,483 --> 00:39:59,023 Enough to secure second in the Constructors Championship. 613 00:40:10,923 --> 00:40:14,902 {\an8}Four laps remaining. Car behind now, Pérez, 4.4. 614 00:40:14,902 --> 00:40:17,203 {\an8}Just keep driving the fastest laps you can. 615 00:40:17,203 --> 00:40:18,943 He must not finish in front of us. 616 00:40:20,382 --> 00:40:22,423 Russell desperately clinging to third, 617 00:40:22,423 --> 00:40:25,283 {\an8}but Pérez fast approaching in the Red Bull. 618 00:40:28,523 --> 00:40:32,342 {\an8}Tell me the gap between Checo and Russell. 619 00:40:32,342 --> 00:40:34,342 Gap, 2.7. 620 00:40:37,783 --> 00:40:39,783 {\an8}Gap to Russell, 2.4. 621 00:40:42,023 --> 00:40:43,683 {\an8}Come on, Checo. 622 00:40:43,683 --> 00:40:45,683 Pérez is on the attack. 623 00:40:50,342 --> 00:40:52,923 Sergio Pérez attacking George Russell. 624 00:40:53,423 --> 00:40:56,103 Can he hold on to secure second? 625 00:41:01,963 --> 00:41:03,463 {\an8}Russell, 1.4. 626 00:41:10,623 --> 00:41:12,842 {\an8}Last lap, last lap. 627 00:41:12,842 --> 00:41:13,862 {\an8}Last lap? 628 00:41:16,362 --> 00:41:19,623 Max Verstappen wins the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. 629 00:41:22,523 --> 00:41:25,163 {\an8}Charles Leclerc comes home second. 630 00:41:26,443 --> 00:41:28,402 Mode to slow, please. Mode to slow. 631 00:41:28,902 --> 00:41:31,623 I don't care about mode slow. Where are we in the Constructors? 632 00:41:36,023 --> 00:41:37,583 {\an8}Perez, gap 1.1. 633 00:41:48,902 --> 00:41:51,643 - That's P2 in the championship. - Oh my goodness. 634 00:41:53,402 --> 00:41:59,003 Mercedes take second place in the championship by three points. 635 00:41:59,003 --> 00:42:00,603 {\an8}For fuck's sake! 636 00:42:07,963 --> 00:42:12,103 Agh! I wanted that second place so bad. 637 00:42:13,583 --> 00:42:14,543 Fuck! 638 00:42:17,743 --> 00:42:18,583 {\an8}P9. 639 00:42:21,163 --> 00:42:24,623 Thank you guys so much. You really deserved second place. 640 00:42:25,402 --> 00:42:28,283 I know it was a super difficult race with that car. 641 00:42:29,283 --> 00:42:31,603 {\an8}That's P4 in the championship as well, 642 00:42:31,603 --> 00:42:33,303 {\an8}which, as you know, means a lot to the team. 643 00:42:41,323 --> 00:42:43,382 {\an8}Tough season. Even in a tough season, 644 00:42:43,382 --> 00:42:45,623 {\an8}we still managed to get three top threes, 645 00:42:46,443 --> 00:42:51,123 so I'm sure next year, we'll see each other on the podium more often. 646 00:42:52,443 --> 00:42:55,463 Well done, Alex. Your hard work this year is what brought us 647 00:42:55,463 --> 00:42:57,523 seventh in the Constructors Championship. 648 00:42:57,523 --> 00:42:58,703 It's a proud moment. 649 00:42:59,203 --> 00:43:00,323 {\an8}Thanks, James. 650 00:43:00,323 --> 00:43:02,583 {\an8}This is just the start of really good things. 651 00:43:07,123 --> 00:43:08,443 Kev, usual story. 652 00:43:08,443 --> 00:43:10,443 {\an8}I'm afraid we were P20. 653 00:43:10,943 --> 00:43:13,303 {\an8}Thanks for all the effort this year. 654 00:43:15,003 --> 00:43:16,523 It's been a tough old one. 655 00:43:17,663 --> 00:43:21,623 It's a bottom-of-the-table finish for Guenther Steiner and Haas. 656 00:43:28,183 --> 00:43:31,943 The dominant Dutchman, winning for the 19th time this season, 657 00:43:31,943 --> 00:43:36,243 and Red Bull end the season beaten just once in the grand prix format. 658 00:43:36,243 --> 00:43:39,323 In the battle for P2, Mercedes held on. 659 00:43:40,922 --> 00:43:42,783 {\an8}Can I do some burnouts, okay? 660 00:43:43,382 --> 00:43:47,023 {\an8}No burnouts, please. No burnouts to the grid. 661 00:43:48,623 --> 00:43:50,463 Not even this, for fuck's sake. 662 00:43:54,983 --> 00:43:57,823 {\an8}I'll see you up there on that podium. It's been a while. 663 00:43:58,323 --> 00:44:01,362 Oh yeah. We're on a path back to the top. 664 00:44:01,362 --> 00:44:02,243 Come on, guys. 665 00:44:04,503 --> 00:44:07,223 Fucking hell, give me a hug. That is fantastic. 666 00:44:12,763 --> 00:44:16,123 George, you made 2,500 people happy. 667 00:44:19,143 --> 00:44:22,103 I thought you were gonna tell me that was my bonus, 2,500. 668 00:44:25,123 --> 00:44:27,443 P2 is an... is an important one, 669 00:44:27,443 --> 00:44:31,783 but at the same time, this sport is all about... about winning. 670 00:44:31,783 --> 00:44:33,683 And that's the mentality in the team. 671 00:44:34,763 --> 00:44:36,803 Next season, we start with a completely new car. 672 00:44:37,763 --> 00:44:39,063 Hopefully back to success. 673 00:44:43,842 --> 00:44:44,723 {\an8}Fuck! 674 00:44:48,583 --> 00:44:52,323 I think that in those moments, as much as you are disappointed 675 00:44:52,323 --> 00:44:53,902 by not achieving your targets... 676 00:44:59,163 --> 00:45:03,243 as a team, we also need to be happy of what we have achieved. 677 00:45:03,743 --> 00:45:07,643 I also believe we finished that season on a high 678 00:45:07,643 --> 00:45:09,963 with good momentum for next year. 679 00:45:18,823 --> 00:45:20,183 For me, 680 00:45:21,723 --> 00:45:26,063 the DNA of a race team is to always improve and get better. 681 00:45:26,063 --> 00:45:29,003 It's reflected in the work we do every day, 682 00:45:29,003 --> 00:45:31,703 our points, our number of wins, 683 00:45:31,703 --> 00:45:33,223 our ranking in the tournament. 684 00:45:33,223 --> 00:45:35,223 Although that depends on the others too. 685 00:45:35,223 --> 00:45:39,243 My main goal is that the team works even better next year than this year. 686 00:45:41,163 --> 00:45:44,303 {\an8}Well done, guys. What an incredible season. 687 00:45:45,243 --> 00:45:48,103 Have a good break, and we'll come back stronger next year. 688 00:45:49,083 --> 00:45:52,842 We haven't even begun. There's a tremendous amount more to go. 689 00:45:52,842 --> 00:45:54,783 - Are you all right? - I'm okay. You? 690 00:45:54,783 --> 00:45:56,143 Just really well done. 691 00:45:56,143 --> 00:45:57,983 Very impressive what you've done this year. 692 00:45:58,743 --> 00:46:00,303 Anything we can help, we're there. 693 00:46:00,303 --> 00:46:02,703 I'll let you know. Just keep doing what you're doing. 694 00:46:02,703 --> 00:46:03,842 That's what we'll try to do. 695 00:46:03,842 --> 00:46:04,783 Fair enough. 696 00:46:04,783 --> 00:46:08,123 We made some mistakes, but as far as next year goes, 697 00:46:08,123 --> 00:46:11,143 stay tuned because you'll see us take some major steps 698 00:46:11,143 --> 00:46:13,583 and, I believe, fighting for world championships. 699 00:46:14,342 --> 00:46:15,842 - Well done, guys. - Great job. 700 00:46:15,842 --> 00:46:17,083 Strong season. 701 00:46:17,083 --> 00:46:19,342 Next year, I think we can be fighting at the top. 702 00:46:19,943 --> 00:46:22,922 Our intention is to keep going, keep making the car faster. 703 00:46:22,922 --> 00:46:26,922 So I see no reason why both our drivers can't be challenging for wins next year. 704 00:46:30,483 --> 00:46:35,382 Max Verstappen wins 19 grand prix in a single season. 705 00:46:36,163 --> 00:46:40,683 It is another victory. What a year it has been for him! 706 00:46:43,163 --> 00:46:45,683 We've won 95.4% of the races. 707 00:46:45,683 --> 00:46:47,583 We won all of them bar one. 708 00:46:47,583 --> 00:46:49,483 We've had 30 podiums. 709 00:46:49,483 --> 00:46:52,123 Max is the most successful driver in a season. 710 00:46:53,823 --> 00:46:57,243 It's been unbelievable, uh, for a sportsman to hit 711 00:46:57,243 --> 00:47:00,623 that kind of form for that period of time. 712 00:47:01,263 --> 00:47:02,963 It's... It's outstanding. 713 00:47:03,543 --> 00:47:06,703 We'll never see this kind of winning again, 714 00:47:06,703 --> 00:47:08,603 certainly in, probably, my lifetime 715 00:47:08,603 --> 00:47:10,023 or in any of our lifetimes. 716 00:47:10,523 --> 00:47:13,763 {\an8}And even if we won 50% of what we've achieved this year, 717 00:47:13,763 --> 00:47:17,402 {\an8}that might be good enough to defend the championships next year. 718 00:47:27,603 --> 00:47:28,763 Fucking hell. 719 00:47:30,743 --> 00:47:31,963 It's been a long season. 720 00:47:33,743 --> 00:47:34,803 We finished last. 721 00:47:36,902 --> 00:47:38,463 It doesn't feel good, you know? 722 00:47:47,342 --> 00:47:50,683 I always said, "We are not here to be last. We are here to compete." 723 00:47:51,623 --> 00:47:54,583 The buck stops here, and I have to do the best for the team. 724 00:47:59,342 --> 00:48:00,563 I need to phone Gene up. 725 00:48:03,382 --> 00:48:04,362 Hi, Gene. 726 00:48:05,283 --> 00:48:06,183 Fucking hell. 727 00:48:06,983 --> 00:48:08,243 Fuck, man, this year... 728 00:48:12,083 --> 00:48:13,283 Thank you, Guenther. 729 00:48:13,283 --> 00:48:16,103 You're such a pleasure to chat with in this chair. 730 00:48:16,103 --> 00:48:17,922 I mean that genuinely. Thank you. 731 00:48:18,543 --> 00:48:20,402 No problem. You're welcome. 732 00:48:21,203 --> 00:48:23,263 And you know, if I wouldn't like it, I wouldn't speak.