Welcome back to Formula One Espresso News — your fast, honest hit of F1 insight with host Terry Widdows.

This week’s episode dives into the biggest developments reshaping Formula 1's future:

🗓️ F1 2026 Calendar Changes

• Australia confirmed as the 2026 season opener

• Monaco moves to early June

• Madrid awaits green light

• What does this mean for race flow and fan experience?

🏁 The Monaco Grand Prix Debate

• Is the race still worth its iconic status?

• With overtaking at an all-time low, Terry breaks down why some in the paddock are questioning its place.

🚨 Adrian Newey's Next Chapter

• Newey is back in the paddock — and rumours link him to Aston Martin

• Could his presence be part of Lawrence Stroll’s plan to lure Verstappen?

🌍 Africa Eyes a Return to the Calendar

• Morocco steps forward with a bid to host F1

• What does it take for a country to host a modern Grand Prix — and why legacy infrastructure matters?

☕ Coffee Corner Reflections
Terry gets personal — opening up about running Coffee Corner Motorsport, the importance of honest media, and why motorsport storytelling needs new voices.

Chapters

00:00 – Intro: Espresso-Style F1 News 00:55 – Breaking Down the 2026 F1 Calendar 06:12 – Why Monaco Might Be in Trouble 12:13 – Adrian Newey x Aston Martin Speculation 16:59 – Can Morocco Bring F1 Back to Africa? 22:13 – Coffee Corner Reflections & Community Media

• The 2026 calendar is nearly locked in, with Australia leading off and Monaco shifting to June

• Madrid could join if final talks succeed

• Adrian Newey’s Aston Martin links are heating up

• Morocco and Thailand are pushing for race slots in 2026 and beyond

• Monaco’s lack of overtaking continues to raise concerns

• Terry shares why connecting with the motorsport community matters more than ever

🔍 Keywords

Formula One, F1 2026 calendar, Monaco Grand Prix, Adrian Newey Aston Martin, Morocco F1 race, F1 news podcast, Formula One updates, motorsport media, racing insights, F1 Africa return

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