# F1 SHOCK: FIA Already Changing 2026 Rules + The Woman Breaking Barriers at Mercedes

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Podcast: [Paddock 43: An F1 Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/paddock-43-an-f1-podcast-6446708)
Published: 2026-04-23T07:30:00+00:00
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Formula 1 is already shifting… and we’re only just getting started. In this episode of the Paddock 43 Podcast, we break down one of the most important moments for women in motorsport, unpack why the FIA is already tweaking the 2026 Formula 1 regulations, and get real about whether V8 or V10 engines are ever actually coming back. After a short break (because let’s be honest, even F1 needed a holiday), we’re back with a tight 20-minute episode covering the biggest talking points in the sport right now. 🏁 Welcome to Paddock 43 – The Formula 1 Podcast That Keeps It Real! 🏎️💨If you love F1 drama, race breakdowns, driver gossip, and unfiltered opinions, you’re in the right place! Paddock 43 is your go-to podcast for everything happening on and off the track .🚥 What You’ll Get Every Week: ✅ Race Recaps & Analysis – Who dominated, who bottled it, and what it means for the championship. ✅ Breaking F1 News & Rumours – Driver transfers, team drama, FIA chaos—nothing’s off-limits. ✅ F1 Lifestyle & Behind-the-Scenes – From team principals to race engineers, we break it all down. ✅ Hot Takes & Debate Segments – lets get controversial 🎙️ Hosted by Elle & Pat – Two Diehard F1 Fans Who Tell It Like It Is! Unlike other F1 podcasts, we bring the energy, the humour, and the unfiltered takes—just like chatting F1 with your best mates. 📌 New episodes EVERY WEEK covering:🏆 Post-Race Analysis – Breaking down every Grand Prix from lights out to chequered flag.🔥 Pre-Race Hype & Predictions – Who’s looking strong, who’s struggling, and which storylines to watch. 🚨 Off-Track F1 News – Transfers, contracts, team politics, FIA rule changes—nothing gets past us. Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode! 🔔💬 Join the Paddock 43 Community: 📲 Follow us on Instagram (@paddock43podcast) & TikTok (@Paddock43Podca…

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