{"version":"1.1.0","producer":"fm.getcarcurious","layer":"official","episode":{"title":"Belgian GP Race Review","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/belgian-gp-race-review-e62ebad0-dc09-4436-9f89-8322294ab700","audioUrl":"https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/63e24225436c36001119fc66/e/6a5d097b332b82fd06486cfa/media.mp3","description":"We weren’t treated to the greatest spectacle at this legendary circuit, but this season's title battle still took another dramatic turn - even if the stewards found new ways to baffle us...Our brand new live show 'Super Podding' is coming to the UK and Amsterdam this autumn! Get your tickets here: http:/tix.to/p1liveGet an extended version of today's episode by signing up to our Patreon for just $5 a month! You'll get access to every P1 episode ad-free, extended versions of every 2026 race review, early access to tickets & merch, and access to our Discord server where you can chat with us and other F1 fans! 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