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How long they have had Freddie Slater (who you can find in our library at last month’s New Zealand Grand Prix) in their sights for. The serious talent they are supporting in F1 Academy and a special memory he has of the great Ayrton Senna. As well as insights on the magnitude of Audi’s F1 project and the quiet determination to conquer the very pinnacle of the sport just like they did in World Rally in the 80’s, in Sportscar Racing and more.\\ It’s like you’re in the crowd at the function with a cool treat, surrounded by some amazing cars and listening in on an engaging chat with a legend. Head to Rusty's Facebook, Twitter or Instagram and give us your feedback and let us know who you want to hear from on Rusty's GarageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information."},"annotations":[{"startTime":13.5,"endTime":101.8,"type":"company","title":"BP","quote":"This ep has come together with the help of BP, who I did some work for over Grand Prix week at Albert Park... as Audi enters Formula One together with BP.","canonicalId":"company:bp","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"BP (British Petroleum) is a multinational oil and gas company that sponsors motorsport events and teams, including partnerships in Formula One.","simplifiedExplanation":"BP is a big company that sells fuel and oil, and they help support car races by sponsoring teams and events."}},{"startTime":68.2,"endTime":75.5,"type":"concept","title":"Audi Driver Development Program","url":"/glossary/audi-driver-development-program","quote":"Ladies and gentlemen, our special guest tonight has an email signature that these days says Audi's director of driver development. 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