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5 live Formula 1: 2017

5 Live Formula 1: 2017: P1: Lewis, Mercedes and the Art of Qualifying

P1: Lewis, Mercedes and the Art of Qualifying

12/10/2017

2017

BBC Radio 5 Live - 5 Live Formula 1, 2017, P1: Lewis, Mercedes and the Art of Qualifying

Jennie Gow finds out what it takes reach pole position in Formula 1 motor racing.

Jennie Gow finds out what it takes to bag that all important pole position in F1 motor racing, with record-breaking driver Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes engineers and strategists.

Having recently broken the all-time record for pole positions, Lewis Hamilton is the most successful qualifier in Formula One history. Jennie Gow takes a detailed look at the role of the driver, the team and the car in delivering that all important P1. Hear from Hamilton himself, Mercedes Chief Strategist James Vowells, Chief Race Engineer Andrew Shovlin and Mercedes Team Boss Toto Wolff. Plus former driver Allan McNish on what sets Hamilton apart on a single lap shoot-out.

Download more F1 analysis and discussion in 5 live's Chequered Flag podcast: bbc.co.uk/podcasts/5live.

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