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#11
The Lounge / Re: F1 2026
Last post by MiniDave - March 09, 2026, 09:25:21 AMWow, I did not notice that they had these done up in the team colors and livery!
#12
The Lounge / Re: F1 2026
Last post by BruceK - March 09, 2026, 07:49:20 AMQuote from: cstudep on March 08, 2026, 08:11:02 PMQuote from: MiniDave on March 08, 2026, 05:56:26 PMThe coverage didn't seem up to the usual standards, so I hope they refine it as they go along. Someone said they ran the Sky version at the same time, which had different announcers
Apparently you can select whether you want the "apple feed" or the "Sky sports feed". Of course since its now apple TV exclusive that is the default, you actually have to put in some effort to get to the sky sports version.
That's great news. I like the Sky team's coverage. Here's what I found:
"Apple TV subscribers in the US have access to Sky Sports broadcasts as an alternative feed for races, practice sessions, qualifying, and more. This includes the familiar Sky Sports commentary team (e.g., David Croft, Martin Brundle, Ted Kravitz, etc.), presenters, and production style—similar to what was previously available via ESPN or international feeds.
Official sources from Apple, Formula 1, and Sky Sports confirm this: Apple TV provides the main F1 feed (with its own or F1 TV commentary), but you can select the Sky Sports version as an option. This applies to live viewing and often to replays/on-demand content as well.
How to Access It
Users report that in the Apple TV app:
• Go to the dedicated Formula 1 section/channel (under sports or explore).
• Select the specific race weekend/event (e.g., a Grand Prix).
• Scroll down past the main/default replay or live options.
• Look for a separate listing like "[Session] — Sky Sports Broadcast" or similar.
• Select that to watch the Sky version.
For live sessions, you may have the choice directly between the F1 TV/main feed and Sky Sports. Some note that Sky's coverage starts earlier (e.g., with their full pre-race build-up like Grand Prix Sunday), so scroll accordingly."
#13
The Lounge / Re: F1 2026
Last post by BruceK - March 09, 2026, 07:33:57 AMThe Miami race has previously used fake electric Mokes to ferry drivers around post race, but in Oz they used real Mokes for the driver's parade!
#14
The Lounge / Re: F1 2026
Last post by cstudep - March 08, 2026, 08:11:02 PMQuote from: MiniDave on March 08, 2026, 05:56:26 PMThe coverage didn't seem up to the usual standards, so I hope they refine it as they go along. Someone said they ran the Sky version at the same time, which had different announcers
Apparently you can select whether you want the "apple feed" or the "Sky sports feed". Of course since its now apple TV exclusive that is the default, you actually have to put in some effort to get to the sky sports version.
#15
The Lounge / Re: F1 2026
Last post by MiniDave - March 08, 2026, 06:11:24 PMHadjar was in it to win it, wasn't he? At least till his car went up in smoke.
Stroll the lesser stayed out longer than expected, Alonslow came in for a couple laps then went out again for a few more, then retired. Aston has a tough road ahead of them but both drivers think if Honda can fix the motor they can compete. We'll see, there was a discussion that they might switch engine providers mid season, but who can they use? Mercedes is maxed out, Audi aren't going to supply another team at this point, that leaves Ferrari who is already supplying 3 teams and Red Bull.....I can't see Red Bull supplying Newey!
Arvid Lindblad impressed too! His attitude is "I'm here to race", even Lawson came back after a terrible start. I like that Audi is able to run the whole race and stay in the points, it would be even better if the Hulk could have run, cause they were 9 and 10 after Q3, weren't they?
Williams has to be disappointed, I'm sure they were thinking they would be further up the order this year. Likewise Alpine, tho Gasly gave it one hell of a go.
I know Piastri was sick about going out on the formation lap in his home race. Much like Verstappen in
Q1 the car just leapt out from under him once he hit the curb....crazy.
Speaking of Max, to come from last to take 6th was impressive, but what wasn't was the way he raced up to Norris after the stop, but could not get by him. Don't understand how he could erase 5 secs in as many laps and not get by, except that Norris must have stepped on the gas too when Max got close.
Fun to see them racing this hard already, I'm looking forward to the next two races.
Stroll the lesser stayed out longer than expected, Alonslow came in for a couple laps then went out again for a few more, then retired. Aston has a tough road ahead of them but both drivers think if Honda can fix the motor they can compete. We'll see, there was a discussion that they might switch engine providers mid season, but who can they use? Mercedes is maxed out, Audi aren't going to supply another team at this point, that leaves Ferrari who is already supplying 3 teams and Red Bull.....I can't see Red Bull supplying Newey!
Arvid Lindblad impressed too! His attitude is "I'm here to race", even Lawson came back after a terrible start. I like that Audi is able to run the whole race and stay in the points, it would be even better if the Hulk could have run, cause they were 9 and 10 after Q3, weren't they?
Williams has to be disappointed, I'm sure they were thinking they would be further up the order this year. Likewise Alpine, tho Gasly gave it one hell of a go.
I know Piastri was sick about going out on the formation lap in his home race. Much like Verstappen in
Q1 the car just leapt out from under him once he hit the curb....crazy.
Speaking of Max, to come from last to take 6th was impressive, but what wasn't was the way he raced up to Norris after the stop, but could not get by him. Don't understand how he could erase 5 secs in as many laps and not get by, except that Norris must have stepped on the gas too when Max got close.
Fun to see them racing this hard already, I'm looking forward to the next two races.
#16
The Lounge / Re: F1 2026
Last post by MiniDave - March 08, 2026, 05:56:26 PMYeah, and the fast forward doesn't work as easily as it used to, plus the "pre-show" seemed go on for two hours! Way too long.....
The coverage didn't seem up to the usual standards, so I hope they refine it as they go along. Someone said they ran the Sky version at the same time, which had different announcers - I'll have to see if I can do that next time just for fun. China next weekend, then another right after that, then we may get a month off if they cancel the two mid east races.
I didn't offer too many details as I didn't want to ruin it for the three of us that read this thread....
The coverage didn't seem up to the usual standards, so I hope they refine it as they go along. Someone said they ran the Sky version at the same time, which had different announcers - I'll have to see if I can do that next time just for fun. China next weekend, then another right after that, then we may get a month off if they cancel the two mid east races.
I didn't offer too many details as I didn't want to ruin it for the three of us that read this thread....
#17
The Lounge / Re: F1 2026
Last post by BruceK - March 08, 2026, 05:49:39 PMGood race summary. What did you think of the F1 broadcast team on Apple? Since I started watching F1 back in the 80s this must be the sixth or seventh TV broadcast crew I've seen covering F1. I'm still warming up to the new ones here. I like Coulthard but they seem to totally ignore any issue the marshals are investigating. Sure, sometimes the issue is resolved with no further action. But other times it certainly can add to strategy decisions. Not sure why they're ignoring them. I didn't watch the pre-race show, but saw that it was filled with unfamiliar reporters. I guess I'll have to see if they're any good next race.
I paused my watching of the recorded episode of the race this morning for about 10 minutes only to find AppleTV signed me out of their streaming service AND did not bring me back to point where I had left it. So that involve fast forwarding about two hours to get back where I was. That's not too friendly.
I paused my watching of the recorded episode of the race this morning for about 10 minutes only to find AppleTV signed me out of their streaming service AND did not bring me back to point where I had left it. So that involve fast forwarding about two hours to get back where I was. That's not too friendly.
#18
The Lounge / Re: F1 2026
Last post by MiniDave - March 08, 2026, 10:58:39 AMWell, the first race is in the books and WoW, that was fun to watch!
I won't spoil it for those who have it recorded to watch later today but I saw more passes in the first 5 laps than in all of the last season!
Too bad that several cars were out pretty quickly, no idea how things might have turned out if a few of those names brand drivers had been in it to the end.
As expected, the Cadillacs looked like they were just out for a Sunday drive, along with the Astons. Audi impressed by starting in the top 10 and finishing there.
Lots of good racing all thru the field, and Kimi looks to be a solid competitor to George. As the season goes and they hit different tracks, I think it could be even more competitive.
I won't spoil it for those who have it recorded to watch later today but I saw more passes in the first 5 laps than in all of the last season!
Too bad that several cars were out pretty quickly, no idea how things might have turned out if a few of those names brand drivers had been in it to the end.
As expected, the Cadillacs looked like they were just out for a Sunday drive, along with the Astons. Audi impressed by starting in the top 10 and finishing there.
Lots of good racing all thru the field, and Kimi looks to be a solid competitor to George. As the season goes and they hit different tracks, I think it could be even more competitive.
#19
The Lounge / Re: The Cost of Ownership
Last post by BruceK - March 07, 2026, 02:08:04 PMQuote from: 94touring on March 06, 2026, 09:11:03 PMQuote from: BruceK on March 06, 2026, 06:41:31 PMQuote from: 94touring on March 06, 2026, 08:26:36 AMI went to order 4 $1.00 circlips from minisport usa yesterday and they wanted $40.82 for shipping. You could stick them in an envelope with stamp.
Two weeks ago I purchased two small items from an Etsy seller in the UK and my items were put in a stiff envelope sporting a £3.80 stamp with King Charles portrait on it. What's keeping MiniSport from doing that?
Their disdain for King Charles would be my guess.
Haha.
I suppose they could draw a mustache on him. At least we have the option of using an Elvis stamp. Or a Snoopy one!
#20
The Lounge / Re: The Cost of Ownership
Last post by 94touring - March 06, 2026, 09:11:03 PMQuote from: BruceK on March 06, 2026, 06:41:31 PMQuote from: 94touring on March 06, 2026, 08:26:36 AMI went to order 4 $1.00 circlips from minisport usa yesterday and they wanted $40.82 for shipping. You could stick them in an envelope with stamp.
Two weeks ago I purchased two small items from an Etsy seller in the UK and my items were put in a stiff envelope sporting a £3.80 stamp with King Charles portrait on it. What's keeping MiniSport from doing that?
Their disdain for King Charles would be my guess.