Episodes

  • Facts: The Mystery of the Yellow Ferrari
    Apr 23 2025

    When it comes to Formula 1, Ferraris are synonymous with the color red. However, there was once a yellow works Ferrari. In this episode of Data Driven F1, Patrick Henz explores how this unique choice connects to Belgium and Ecurie Francorchamps, as well as to Dino Ferrari and city of Modena.

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    42 mins
  • Facts: Rob Walker Racing
    Apr 16 2025

    Patrick Henz tells the story of Rob Walker, heir to the famous Johnnie Walker family and founder of the Rob Walker Racing Team, played a pivotal role in Formula One history. His team achieved many milestones and would had been instrumental in efforts to bring Stirling Moss to Ferrari. However, Walker was also closely linked to the tragic deaths of Mike Hawthorn, Ricardo Rodríguez, and Gary Hocking. Officially, he was never held responsible for these events.

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    37 mins
  • Drivers: Maria Teresa de Filippis
    Apr 2 2025

    Maria Teresa de Filippis was the first female driver in Formula 1, a true pioneer and passionate racer.

    In this episode, Patrick Henz explores her remarkable life, career, and enduring legacy, closely tied to her favorite brand, Maserati.

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    23 mins
  • Facts: The Tasman Series
    Mar 26 2025

    The Tasman Series was an annual motor racing competition held from 1964 to 1975 across New Zealand and Australia.

    Patrick Henz explores why this series was so appealing to Formula 1 drivers and teams, diving deeper into each season to highlight the drivers and technology that defined them.

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    21 mins
  • Facts: Engineer Carlo Chiti
    Mar 19 2025

    This episode of Data Driven F1 discusses the captivating career of engineer Carlo Chiti, tracing his journey through iconic names like Alfa Romeo, Ferrari, ATS, Minardi, Subaru, Dome, and Koenigsegg. We also explore the intriguing circumstances behind the infamous Ferrari Walkout.


    Join Patrick Henz as he takes you on a journey back in time to an era when Formula 1 teams were smaller, and passion often triumphed over formal organizational structures.

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    48 mins
  • Facts: Cooper Car Company
    Mar 13 2025

    Today, “Cooper” is a familiar name on the streets, thanks to its association with the iconic Mini cars. However, many may not realize the brand’s deep roots in motorsports, including two prestigious Formula 1 manufacturer championships.


    Join Patrick Henz as he takes us through the history of this family business, from its motorsports origins to the modern-day Cooper Bikes company.


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    31 mins
  • Facts: GLAS F1 - the Mexican F1 team that Never Was
    Mar 5 2025

    A young Mexican businessman, Fernando González Luna Bueno, dreamed of creating an all-Mexican Formula 1 team, owned by Mexicans and featuring local drivers. At the end of 1989, he founded Gonzalez Luna Associates (GLAS) and began seeking local sponsors and investors. Then, in June 1990, Gonzalez mysteriously vanished without a trace. To this day, he remains a subject of an active Interpol search.In this episode, Patrick Henz analyzes the intriguing story of GLAS F1 - the Mexican Formula 1 team that never came to be. It's a tale of ambition, mystery, and crime.To end on a high note, we’ll also explore the story of Rebaque - the Mexican Formula 1 team that did exist.

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    35 mins
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