George receives a controversial 5-second time penalty as he dives into a Saudi Arabian Grand Prix that brought just enough excitement to keep things medium spicy. In this episode of Into the Barrier, he breaks down Max Verstappen’s pole and penalty combo, Red Bull’s MAGA-Republican energy as they refused to back down over Turn 1, and Oscar Piastri’s ice-cold pass on Lewis Hamilton en route to the win and championship lead.

There’s a closer look at Lando Norris’ messy Saturday, Lewis’ uncomfortable Ferrari reality, and Charles Leclerc’s best Sunday of the season. Plus: Should Mercedes actually sign Max? And could Sebastian Vettel be the post-Marko future of Red Bull?

Also in the mix: Yuki and Gasly’s lap one tangle, Hadjar the ninja, a plea for more midfield TV time.

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