# Formula Fanatics #5 - The Japanese GP & The F1 Movie!

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Podcast: [BREAK/FIX the Motorsports & Vehicle Enthusiast Variety Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/break-fix-the-motorsports-vehicle-enthusiast-variety-show-379180)
Published: 2026-04-30T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.gtmotorsports.org/b-f-the-drive-thru-67/
Audio file: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/579nmnswhxd5pdje/gtm_breakfix_episode-FF5.mp3
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## Resource

This Formula Fanatics episode recaps the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka: “Kimi” wins despite a poor start, finishes 14 seconds ahead of Piastri, and the race features Beerman’s major 50G crash after a sudden slowdown ahead, plus a long cleanup that impacts strategy and hurts Russell after a safety-car sequence. They discuss concerns about speed disparity, energy management, and rumored FIA reconsideration of the 50/50 electric split, along with upcoming regulation changes and Ferrari upgrades, noting Miami is likely processional while Canada may better reveal impacts. They criticize Cadillac’s poor performance and debate Audi’s mid-pack results and viability, including talk of leadership rumors. Tania gives her take on the F1 movie: impressive visuals but an unrealistic, overlong storyline, with skepticism about a sequel; they mention interest in a forthcoming Schumacher project focused on 1994.

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