# F1 Explains: how drivers reach F1 – with Juan Pablo Montoya

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Podcast: [F1 Nation](https://stenobird.com/podcast/f1-nation-442607)
Published: 2026-05-21T23:01:00+00:00
Episode link: https://audioboom.com/posts/8906374
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Why do some drivers move across the world to pursue their racing dreams? How important is it to compete in different series on the motorsport ladder? And what mentality do you need to make it to Formula 1? Seven-time Grand Prix winner Juan Pablo Montoya joins Christian Hewgill to talk about the route to F1 – a journey he completed successfully and one he’s reliving again through his son Sebastian, who’s currently competing in F2. Juan talks about leaving Colombia at a young age, how Sir Jackie Stewart helped him in his early racing days, and what Sebastian needs to make that final step up to F1. Plus, Juan Pablo shares his advice for young kids hoping to reach the pinnacle of motorsport. Picture: Clive Mason/ALLSPORT/Getty Images

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