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F1 commentary, team radio + qualifying questions - with Alex Jacques + Jolyon Palmer

F1 Explains

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How do F1 commentators call races? What do F1 team radio messages mean? How do drivers make sure their laps in qualifying are as fast as possible?

In this 'mega' episode, F1TV commentary duo Alex Jacques and Jolyon Palmer explain how they do their jobs - the camera shots and data they look at during a Grand Prix

Alex and Jolyon also help Christian Hewgill decode F1 team radio messages,
and break down how teams approach qualifying.

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