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Netflix made it official—Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7 will be on our screens on March 7th, 2025. This show, crafted by Box to Box Films, is a VIP pass to Formula 1. It’s going to give us the heart-pounding action of the 2024 season, showing us not just the track, but behind the scenes too.
Since 2019, Formula 1: Drive to Survive has been a game-changer for Formula The show has turned this high-octane sport into a global phenomenon, especially in the US. It’s turned drivers into the kind of stars you see on magazine covers and billboards, and it’s gotten new fans hooked on the action.
For Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7, we’re expecting to see Verstappen trying to keep hold of his title, like a chess match at 200 mph. And let’s not forget McLaren’s shocking victory in the Constructors’ Championship. Plus, there’s the buzz around Lewis Hamilton joining Ferrari.
Tom Hutchings, executive producer at Box to Box Films, teased:
“Expect more drama and fun from the paddock this season and a few surprises too… Fasten your seatbelts – this season is going to be our biggest ever.”
What to expect on Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7?
1) Verstappen vs. rising contenders
Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7 is set to take us on a journey into the 2024 championship battle where Max Verstappen kicked off with a commanding lead, only to find himself challenged by the likes of McLaren's Lando Norris and several emerging talents. This season shows racing become more competitive than ever.
What has everyone on the edge of their seats is McLaren's astonishing victory in the Constructors' Championship, a title they hadn't held since 1998. This season will likely also reflect the synergy between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, whose dedication and performance played a role in this historic win.
Formula 1: Drive to Survive will also be an inside look at Ferrari's season, filled with challenges, setbacks, and Mercedes' relentless pursuit to reclaim their crown of dominance. We'll be privy to how Red Bull managed the internal shake-ups with key members of their engineering team leaving mid-season.
2) Red Bull’s shake-up and Hamilton’s move to Ferrari
Beyond the wheel-to-wheel action that keeps us on the edge of our seats, Formula 1: Drive to Survive comes alive with off-track drama, and the 2024 season was no exception. One of the most shocking moments was Adrian Newey's departure from Red Bull Racing, just before the Miami Grand Prix. This was a huge surprise, especially since he's known as a legend in F1 car design.
And to add more spice, Red Bull's sporting director Jonathan Wheatley also decided to leave the team. This got everyone talking about what might have been going on behind the scenes, and whether any big disagreements were happening within the team.
In a move that had everyone's jaw-dropping, Lewis Hamilton, the superstar driver with seven world championships under his belt, chose to leave Mercedes for Ferrari. This was huge too, as Mercedes had been his home for years, and they'd been the team that had helped him win six of those titles trophies.
Formula 1: Drive to Survive is set to give us the inside scoop on the tense negotiations that led to this blockbuster change, along with the reactions from the big bosses of the sport. And let's not forget about Charles Leclerc, the Ferrari driver who suddenly found himself with the formidable challenge of sharing the spotlight with Hamilton in their garage starting in 2025.
On top of that, the season is likely to go into the story of Andretti and Cadillac's attempt to join the F1 family. These big names in motorsport were eager to become part of the elite racing league, which sparked conversations about the future of the sport. The series will probably cover their journey and the hurdles they faced, as well as the ongoing discussions about how Formula 1 might grow and evolve in the coming years.
So, not only do we see the races and the rivalries between the drivers, but we're also treated to all the decision-making that happens off the track.
3) Exclusive footage
Each season of Formula 1: Drive to Survive brings fresh, behind-the-scenes content and team moments that viewers have never witnessed before, and the upcoming Season 7 promises to stay true to that tradition. One thing fans are looking forward to is Daniel Ricciardo's vibrant personality, which is reportedly going to be a major feature throughout the episodes.
The 2024 Formula 1 season had its fair share of nail-biting race conclusions, and the show is set to immerse viewers in those moments within the team garages. You can expect to see the nitty-gritty of strategy decisions, retirement situations, and heated conversations over the team radio.
This season of Formula 1: Drive to Survive will likely focus on Verstappen and his competitors, as well as Ferrari's controversial choices during pit stops.
Where to watch Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7?
Fans can look forward to watching Formula 1: Drive to Survive Season 7 only on Netflix, with the whole season dropping on March 7th, 2025.
It's the perfect timing for a binge-watching session before the Australian Grand Prix kicks off on March 14th through 16th.
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