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RacingNews365’s resident Drive to Survive reviewer Jake Nichol brings you his thoughts on Season 7 of Netflix on F1.
The producers of Drive to Survive faced a challenge in 2023 with the dominance of Max Verstappen and Red Bull, but the richness of drama in the 2024 season provided ample material for an engaging new season. While the departure of Adrian Newey from Red Bull added to the narrative, it did not make the final cut due to the wealth of on-track and off-track storylines. The season showcased Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari and the tensions between Christian Horner and Zak Brown, with a focus on the battle for world championships. The narrative arcs involving various teams, complemented by insightful commentary from figures like Will Buxton and Claire Williams, added depth to the storytelling. However, the series continued to struggle with accurately depicting in-race footage, as evidenced by instances like misrepresenting the gap between Norris and Verstappen in the Miami GP. Despite this, the overall strength of the storytelling and character development made the seventh season a compelling watch.
