# Rob Smedley

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The Secret to a Perfect F1 Driver-Engineer Partnership | Rob Smedley on Massa, Lewis & Ferrari (E393)

Rob Smedley is one of Formula 1’s most respected engineers, known for his work with drivers like Felipe Massa and his time at Ferrari. In this episode, Rob sits down with Jake to share what it really takes to perform at the highest level, from the intense pressure of F1 to the human connections tha…

Verstappen backed for opening win as Hamilton to rebound after 'high stress'

Join RacingNews365's Ian Parkes and Nick Golding, as they are joined by former Ferrari race engineer Rob Smedley to look ahead to the Australian GP! Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and McLaren are key discussions in this special episode. Rather watch the podcast? Then click here!

Introducing High Performance Racing: with Jake Humphrey, Otmar Szafnauer & Rob Smedley

🚨 First episode out Wednesday 22nd April - follow the show so you don't miss a moment They say you can’t truly understand Formula 1 without real experts; High Performance Racing brings you the people who actually lived it. Hosted by Jake Humphrey alongside former Aston Martin & Alpine Team Principa…

High Performance Racing is here! With Jake, Rob Smedley & Otmar Szafnauer

Jake and Damian discuss a BIG announcement this week... High Performance has a new show, and it's all about Formula One. Hosted by Jake Humphrey alongside former Aston Martin & Alpine Team Principal Otmar Szafnauer and ex-Ferrari & Williams Race Engineer Rob Smedley, High Performance Racing breaks …

What Has F1 Lost From Its Past? | 2026 Regs, Mercedes Dominance & Hamilton's Comeback

In our very first episode, Jake Humphrey is joined by F1 insiders Otmar Szafnauer and Rob Smedley for an unfiltered first look at the 2026 season so far: the boldest regulation reset in modern Formula 1 history. The trio cut through the early-season noise to assess which teams have genuinely cracke…

Verstappen’s Exit Plan, Aston Martin’s Collapse & Ralf Schumacher’s Raisins

Jake Humphrey, Otmar Szafnauer, and Rob Smedley tackle the biggest power shift currently shaking the grid: the potential collapse of the Red Bull dynasty. With key figures departing and performance wavering, the guys discuss whether Max Verstappen is finally ready to pull the trigger on a move to M…

Mercedes’ Upgrade GAMBLE Explained & the Canada Crash That STILL Divides Rob & Otmar

This week, Jake, Rob and Otmar look ahead to the Canadian Grand Prix, and explore why despite regulation changes, the drivers still don't trust their cars. Looking back at previous regulation changes, Rob and Otmar debate whether 2009 Brawn GP success really about a "double diffuser," or have we be…

Austria Preview, Schumacher's Lost Titles & Why F1's Penalty System is BROKEN

With Otmar away, Jake Humphrey and Rob Smedley preview the upcoming Austrian Grand Prix. Rob dives deep into his legendary career, breaking down what it really takes to lead the technical side of an F1 team, the old-school mindset shift he brought to Williams, and what the current team is lacking o…

Mercedes Rift? Russell's Disaster, Kimi Redemption & Aston's 80% HUGE Upgrade (E14)

Jake, Rob Smedley and Otmar react to a Belgian Grand Prix that reshaped the championship. Twelve months after admitting he'd "probably reached the bottom" at Spa, Kimi Antonelli returns to the same track and delivers a flawless win over Charles Leclerc, extending his title lead to 45 points. George…

Time to Back Lewis OVER Leclerc? & Rob’s Exclusive Data on Aston's Upgrade (E15)

Lando Norris’ Budapest victory confirms McLaren’s resurgence, but as championship rivals continue to take points off each other, Kimi Antonelli emerges as the biggest beneficiary, extending his lead at the top of the standings to 50 points. Meanwhile, George Russell’s title challenge suffered anoth…