Show Notes
The SportsPro Podcast returns with a motorsport special as resident expert Cian Brittle breaks down the key narratives shaping the 2025 Formula 1 season. From the sport’s rapidly evolving commercial landscape and a surge in global sponsorships to McLaren’s impressive resurgence and the budding Norris-Piastri rivalry, there’s no shortage of storylines to explore. The team also explore the shifting dynamics under Liberty Media’s leadership and assess the potential impact of Apple’s growing interest in F1’s US broadcast rights. It’s a deep dive into the forces driving the future of motorsport – and yes, the quiz no one asked for makes a return. Recorded at Spotify UK Headquarters.
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