Abhishek TakleThe Strategy Report, powered by mobile strategy game Apex Race Manager, is an analysis and discussion podcast concerning the on-track tactical action at the 2017 Japanese Grand Prix. We mention Jolyon Palmer and the end of his Formula One career only once.

This week’s guest is Abhishek Takle, freelance motorsport journalist, who joined me in Nagoya, Japan.

September and October 2017 will be marked in history as some of Ferrari’s darkest sporting days.

Lewis Hamilton’s championship lead has grown to 59 points, putting the Briton one race away from claiming his fourth crown after dominating the Japanese Grand Prix when title rival Sebastian Vettel retired from the race on lap four.

Felipe Massa has mounted an ardent defensive campaign to keep his threatened seat at Williams for the 2018 season.

Renault has confirmed it will release Jolyon Palmer from his contract with the team following Sunday’s Japanese Grand Prix to make way for Carlos Sainz.