Bahrain F1 test: Antonelli leads Mercedes 1-2 on final day
Antonelli and Russell finish on top as the first Bahrain test ends
Every time we record a podcast there are always a load of great questions from readers that never get asked. So this time we sat Nigel Roebuck and Mark Hughes down in front of the camera and gave them the best to pick from. Here’s what they had to say about GP2 champions getting F1 drives, three-car teams, memories of the Mexican Grand Prix and whether Renault will stay in F1.
You may notice a kettle boiling in the background towards the end. Sorry about that – we’re sure you’ll agree Nigel’s Mexican memories are worth the sound of imminent tea. We’ll sit further away from the kitchen next time…
Antonelli and Russell finish on top as the first Bahrain test ends
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