What F1 DRIVERS do BEFORE an F1 RACE!

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  • What happens before an F1 race? If you’ve ever wondered what F1 drivers do before an F1 race in this video I’ll explain everything that happens on the F1 grid until the F1 race start! From what F1 drivers do in the F1 hospitality suites to the lap before f1 race here’s is everything that happens!
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  • @mike_romine
    @mike_romine 6 днів тому +75

    That photo of Ricciardo in the Renault with the wet tires is amazing. What a shot Kym!

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  6 днів тому +7

      I love that shot too, the light was perfect.

    • @michaelcooper4986
      @michaelcooper4986 4 дні тому

      Gotta admit that's a lovely shot could look at it whole day and whole night and not get bored of it

    • @mike_romine
      @mike_romine 4 дні тому

      @@michaelcooper4986 Those rain tires look mean, black and yellow are beautiful, and that "stop being them" helmet was great.

  • @martijnbralds
    @martijnbralds 6 днів тому +83

    Kym, please drop the ai thumbnails. It's not it mate.

    • @Batman-ut1ri
      @Batman-ut1ri 6 днів тому +2

      yea you're right

    • @andrewstorm8240
      @andrewstorm8240 6 днів тому +4

      They are fine

    • @randallvargas4457
      @randallvargas4457 6 днів тому

      He is still testing it clearly. I’m three minutes in and have thought of nothing except for the weird sponsor next to the weird car next to the weird fact that Leclerc has five fingers on the front of the clipboard😂

    • @brad9959
      @brad9959 5 днів тому

      there’s literally nothing wrong with them what?😂 they work you clicked on the video because it’s appealing

    • @soundscape26
      @soundscape26 5 днів тому +4

      @@brad9959 We clicked because it's a Kym video, the thumbnail could as well be all black. Doesn't mean we cannot say AI thumbnails suck.

  • @itzliamnow
    @itzliamnow 6 днів тому +99

    thumbnail is good but if you glance for a couple seconds to try and read the text you notice the strange AI car

    • @darodjati
      @darodjati 6 днів тому +22

      That's a shame, should just use his own picture, but this is probably the Editor's fault

    • @ryanf1425
      @ryanf1425 6 днів тому +7

      Whine whine whine

    • @figivy
      @figivy 6 днів тому +5

      Leclerc’s grip on that clip board is questionable

    • @soundscape26
      @soundscape26 6 днів тому +16

      It's an AI Leclerc as well. Such a bizarre option coming from an actual photographer.

    • @pyootchnich
      @pyootchnich 6 днів тому +1

      @@darodjati why try to “shame” someone over something so trivial? I’ll bet you’re a lot of fun at parties. 👎🏼

  • @DavidAtencio-y3h
    @DavidAtencio-y3h 6 днів тому +38

    AI Charles Leclerc ? Cmon kym look at his hand 😂

  • @AchilleZ-5iu
    @AchilleZ-5iu 6 днів тому +58

    Why does leclerc have 5 index fingers on his right hand in the thumbnail????

    • @FirstLast-jd2ql
      @FirstLast-jd2ql 6 днів тому

      Thumbnail lacking a thumb with a nail ? Oh my!

    • @pyootchnich
      @pyootchnich 6 днів тому

      The real question is: why do you not have something of substance to complain about?

    • @frontlinecustom
      @frontlinecustom 6 днів тому

      Because his other name is Endigo Montoya, you killed my father...

    • @itsmeoli3705
      @itsmeoli3705 6 днів тому +5

      Because crappy AI, come on Kym you’re better than that.

  • @ignasstanislovaitis1559
    @ignasstanislovaitis1559 6 днів тому +25

    Love the videos Kym, but the AI thumbnails have to go.

  • @OMS62
    @OMS62 6 днів тому

    Great video, thanks Kym!🙏👍

  • @Lvwains
    @Lvwains 6 днів тому +10

    Hate these AI thumbnails. Everything else is fantastic on this channel!

  • @eurocon
    @eurocon 6 днів тому +8

    I ain't here for the thumbnails, great video as ever Kym!

  • @steveyountz1757
    @steveyountz1757 6 днів тому +1

    You always manage to share something that I didn't know before. Thanks and have a good
    season.

  • @ThomasBeamishLavoie
    @ThomasBeamishLavoie 6 днів тому +1

    that shot at 5:15 is one of my favorites you've taken Kym! Fantastic work as always

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  6 днів тому

      I didn’t realise how good it was at the time

    • @jeredtaylor5863
      @jeredtaylor5863 4 дні тому

      EXACTLY what I said lol

  • @MrAndy76101
    @MrAndy76101 6 днів тому +1

    Imagine glancing across and seeing Max staring back 😂

  • @dawn2314
    @dawn2314 6 днів тому +2

    New F1 fan, loved last season… counting down the days until the race year kicks off! Great BTS information 👍🏾

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  6 днів тому +1

      I’m right there with you!

  • @michaelatlas8072
    @michaelatlas8072 5 днів тому

    Kym, the depth of information you're giving here, everything you're observing, noting & relaying, is awesome 👏 Super inspirational for me as I work my way into motorsports photography!

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  5 днів тому +1

      Thanks for the thumbs up there. Cheers

  • @JRS-JRS-JRS
    @JRS-JRS-JRS 2 дні тому

    But you will find kimi sleeping under a table or in a closet til there is 10 mins left for lights out 😂

  • @raiden_nrnf8921
    @raiden_nrnf8921 6 днів тому +1

    Kim you really make the waiting time for the new season good. Kudos

  • @paulmerritt418
    @paulmerritt418 6 днів тому +2

    I always look forward to your latest uploads, Kym. Thanks.

  • @johnmccallum2425
    @johnmccallum2425 5 днів тому +1

    I think we know where Kimi would be.

  • @TheChiveve
    @TheChiveve 6 днів тому

    Hello Kym, I'm not sure if the teams would share this information, but in the future would you be able to cover the actual car start up and shut down procedures? I've always wondered how it's all done with all the modern technology in use.

  • @Venom-du9do
    @Venom-du9do 6 днів тому

    Enjoyed the stream yesterday hope to be able to catch more throughout the year, And Really good video, Love the Insight as always!!!

  • @SuperStargazer100
    @SuperStargazer100 6 днів тому

    Good information there Kym . Very good content as usual. ( btw how do you sleep with such an evil sounding doggie running around at nite!? 😬)

  • @terryrobertson8382
    @terryrobertson8382 6 днів тому +1

    This video is a great example of why I am a supporter of your channel. Nobody else I have seen gives us content like this and a reason why people should subscribe so they don't miss your work. I will be with you for the 2025 season catching everything you put up for us. I'm going to stay passionate because I know you will.

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  6 днів тому

      Delighted to hear this Terry. Maybe I’ll see you at a Race one day.

  • @dampaul13
    @dampaul13 6 днів тому +1

    7:35 "Big cold there, max!"

  • @martykauffman
    @martykauffman 6 днів тому

    Great video very informative

  • @martin.takawira1093
    @martin.takawira1093 5 днів тому

    I can tell you one thing “SIMPLY LOVELY” good job as always Sir Illman Also I believe it’s the Medical car at the back on the starting grid.

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  4 дні тому

      Thanks! And you are right about the Medical Car.

  • @AliSydney-qo7gl
    @AliSydney-qo7gl 6 днів тому

    When I was at the Aus GP in 2018 Esteban Ocon came into the ladies loos in the paddock just before the race. You've never seen so many excited ladies in your life lol. But everyone understood that the drivers need the facilities (and need them ASAP!) so he got moved to the top of the line. No security guys came in though. Great insights as always Kym - thanks!

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  6 днів тому +1

      Fascinating. Esteban does not have security, but certainly Lewis, Lando, Oscar, Charles and Carlos would’ve had their security guys clearing the loos

  • @kennethnielsen3864
    @kennethnielsen3864 5 днів тому

    Thanks for sharing.

  • @charlesclement383
    @charlesclement383 6 днів тому

    Can't wait .

  • @Kappiyaar
    @Kappiyaar 6 днів тому +3

    Being a creator, you can't use AI. That's really bad.

  • @shashankmauli7384
    @shashankmauli7384 5 днів тому

    I spotted a lot of Ricciardo while watching this and I liked it 🥹

  • @wobblyweb
    @wobblyweb 6 днів тому

    Interesting vid , can you do something similar explaining the mechanics prep

  • @S_G_B
    @S_G_B 6 днів тому +5

    Why are you using ai thumbnails again??? they don't look good.

  • @proinseas_
    @proinseas_ 6 днів тому +11

    Professional photographer, and not a bad one, uses ai thumbnails. Wtf.
    Hey kym, it's actually good advertising. Because if we're going down this path, well let's do it for real. I'll have a AI f1 poster, it'll be ok once we're all used to it.
    Thanks for your service Kym, hope you'll be successful in your next venture.

  • @DickyBoyYeh
    @DickyBoyYeh 6 днів тому

    Great video Kym, love this content and would enjoy more of the same!

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  6 днів тому

      I’m glad you enjoyed it!

  • @_ok8362
    @_ok8362 6 днів тому +2

    Enjoy the videos, and still do. AI thumbnails cheapen your brand. hope you move way from them, im sure its for some reason though

  • @DaveMcIroy
    @DaveMcIroy 6 днів тому

    Michael Schumacher: having a pee.

  • @cypher686
    @cypher686 День тому +1

    You must have some really shit photos if you have to rely on AI pictures.

  • @underbite471
    @underbite471 6 днів тому +4

    should probably lay off the ai thumbnails. you're an amazing photographer; we'd rather see your work!

  • @SteveSkrobot
    @SteveSkrobot 6 днів тому +3

    Why are you up so late Kym?

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  6 днів тому +9

      To provide you with a video.

  • @Sgtimes3
    @Sgtimes3 6 днів тому +10

    Dude seriously, you’re a pro photographer and using ai images for thumbnails. Just sad really

  • @SuperCoolFunHappyGuy
    @SuperCoolFunHappyGuy 6 днів тому +1

    1:27 They 100% do a track parade at Bahrain. I've been to the previous 3, and they always go round. I usually sit in the Batelco stand.

  • @Dr_LK
    @Dr_LK 6 днів тому

    Dayta is how the UK pronounces it, data is the USA way!

  • @vornamenachname3184
    @vornamenachname3184 6 днів тому

    I always wonder is the medical Car that is doing the start driving the hole lap if there are no incidendts?

  • @An.Individual
    @An.Individual 6 днів тому

    at 00:30 Martin Brundle starts his grid walk

  • @PhatePunk
    @PhatePunk 6 днів тому

    "We've got a driver here, can they please go in front to the urinal"
    "....which driver?"

  • @JimFe-j9f
    @JimFe-j9f 5 днів тому

    Kym - how much weight does a driver lose in a typical race?

  • @djjamestobin
    @djjamestobin 6 днів тому

    I couldn’t think of anything worse than having to go through all of that just before you take the wheel of a 300km/h+ canoe…
    Shows their mental and emotional strength as well as their physical, it does.
    Crazy.

  • @solomon6082
    @solomon6082 6 днів тому

    The answer to this is relative

    • @solomon6082
      @solomon6082 6 днів тому

      “ Breakfast of champions “

  • @LadyDaisyQ
    @LadyDaisyQ 6 днів тому +1

    Going to Suzuka this year, I can’t wait to experience this in real life !

  • @charlesclement383
    @charlesclement383 6 днів тому

    Good to see Chris Gale at an F1 race. The Universe Boss.

  • @jaquandrejones
    @jaquandrejones 6 днів тому

    3:32 dah-tuh vs data 🤔🤔🤔🤔

  • @linzzzanity
    @linzzzanity 6 днів тому

    10:59 is the evil Pomeranian friends with Leo? 🥰

  • @darylmatilda733
    @darylmatilda733 6 днів тому

    Well done Kim.... very informative and for those who go.............. Ummmmm what is going on?

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  6 днів тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it.

  • @stevewood7406
    @stevewood7406 6 днів тому

    Great videos Kym. I watch the actual videos, not focused on thumbnails or anything AI. The content is always good.

  • @willtaylor-e6d
    @willtaylor-e6d 6 днів тому +1

    kym lewis year

  • @DavidVerch
    @DavidVerch 6 днів тому

    Before Bernie took over the start times and everything else was super fluid. Formula One is the most punctual sport out there now.

  • @fanelli57
    @fanelli57 6 днів тому

    I once stood next to a race driver at the urinal, it was Colin Bond at Adelaide International Raceway probably about 50 years ago.

  • @adamtaintbury
    @adamtaintbury 6 днів тому

    So do drivers sell autographed race worn fireproof underwear and socks?

  • @mikedsilva
    @mikedsilva 6 днів тому +2

    I really want to see what's on their screens when they are sitting in the car...

  • @girodavivere
    @girodavivere 6 днів тому

    me, an american f1 fan: Oh, races all start a 2PM, hm. I never knew that.

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  6 днів тому

      That was just an example

  • @TootSocialTV
    @TootSocialTV 6 днів тому

    Pop Quiz: Anyone know what Kimi did before the race when Pele was getting his award...

  • @SamWalkerOBX
    @SamWalkerOBX 6 днів тому

    Have always wondered if the “AH-ROO-GAH!” horn used to signal certain events in the preface countdown an actual horn, or a sound effect played over the PA.

  • @NoahKell-h8k
    @NoahKell-h8k 6 днів тому +1

    is no one going to mention Brad Pitts car being taken off the track at 9min 31 sec?

  • @michaellean
    @michaellean 6 днів тому

    I thought the start delay was a random number of seconds (milliseconds) between x and y. Not the starter hitting a button. I get you are summarising but I always found that interesting and wondered why it sometimes seemed quick and other times they are held a little longer

    • @SomeYouTubeGuy
      @SomeYouTubeGuy 6 днів тому

      How do you think the random timing starts? Someone somewhere has to hit a button

    • @michaellean
      @michaellean 6 днів тому

      Listen to the sequence again that he describes…..

    • @gold4leaf
      @gold4leaf 6 днів тому +1

      I thought the start button was pressed THEN the red lights came on, one at a time, then i computer timed delay between the last red coming on to all off to indicate race start

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  6 днів тому +2

      I’ll have to check that out

  • @gerardkluver8617
    @gerardkluver8617 6 днів тому

    Love your videos mr. Illman, BUT I'm not going to pay $2.00 a month for your "Members Only" content...... (and that goes for any other youtuber)

  • @fouhay
    @fouhay 5 днів тому

    Question off topic....is there anything in the F1 rule book that says driver has to be male? Right through this vid, the talk is about "he has to" or "his mechanic" etc.
    Genuine question. Not looking to get into any gender debate or whatever.

    • @KymIllman
      @KymIllman  4 дні тому +1

      Drivers can be either sex, but but they’ve all been male in my time

  • @ingmarmeester6797
    @ingmarmeester6797 6 днів тому

    Thats 1 to many fingers

  • @mohamedmerdj-t3e
    @mohamedmerdj-t3e 6 днів тому +2

    first

  • @ABlockBeats
    @ABlockBeats 5 днів тому +2

    Please Kym, do not use AI thumbnails.