# Q&A: Is Japan made for Lewis Hamilton?

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Published: 2026-03-23T16:05:00+00:00
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It's the Japanese Grand Prix this weekend so we're answering all your questions! Will Oscar Piastri finally race? Does Japan suit Ferrari better than leaders Mercedes ? Who will spring the biggest surprise? And... could Kim Kardashian make an appearance? Up To Speed is a Global production, available every Monday and Thursday on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode. Send in your questions! Socials & YouTube: @uptospeedshow Email: uptospeed@global.com Executive Producer: Adonis Pratsides Producer: Sophie Penney Video Content Producer: Arvind Badewal Head of Video for Podcasts: Samson Falodun Director of Podcasts: Vicky Etchells

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