2 Soft Compounds Podcast: Imola review and Monaco musings

2 Soft Compounds, Rick Houghton and Paul Velasco dissect a potentially decisive moment in the 2025 Formula 1 drivers' title race, as Max Verstappen reasserts his dominance with a clinical win at Imola.

The Emilia Romagna Grand Prix started with that

The guys also dig into McLaren and ask do they have the mettle to bring it to Red Bull. Their refusal to let Norris pass Piastri when it mattered most raised eyebrows, especially with fresher tyres in play. Was it team harmony over championship ambition? Jacques Villeneuve certainly had his doubts at Imola.

Elsewhere, Alex Albon delivered one of his finest F1 drives, splitting the Ferraris and proving Williams' resurgence is more than just PR spin. Hamilton showed flashes of brilliance climbing to P4, while Leclerc simmered in frustration and George Russell’s Sunday unravelled after a strong Saturday.

Preview: Monaco. Overtaking’s a myth, but a two-stop mandate could shake up the usual processional script. Will McLaren’s superior grip shine through? Can Red Bull’s upgrades hold up at the slowest track of the year? Or are we heading for another masterclass from Max?

This one's all about momentum - who's building it, who's blowing it and who’s about to shift the balance of power again. Hit subscribe and get ready for Monaco.

Production Credits:

Presented by: Rick Houghton & Paul Velasco
Studio Engineer & Editor: Roy D'Monte
Executive Producer: Ian Carless
Produced by: W4 Podcast Studio