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Lewis Hamilton makes F1 ‘circus’ plea after backlash from Las Vegas locals
Lewis Hamilton makes F1 ‘circus’ plea after backlash from Las Vegas locals
Lewis Hamilton insists locals living in Las Vegas “can’t be negatively affected” by Formula 1’s arrival in the city this week – and the sport should not turn into a “circus.” F1 holds its first grand prix in Vegas for more than 40 years this weekend, with a brand new street circuit which sees cars speed down the world-famous strip at over 200mph. But there has been a backlash among some locals due to the disruption caused by the construction of the track, including a $500m pit building facility. Tourists and taxi drivers have voiced their annoyance following traffic delays throughout the city as a result of road closures – and seven-time F1 world champion Hamilton believes the sport must stay “respectful” to locals. “I’ve heard there’s been a lot of complaints about the event being here from the locals,” Hamilton told Sky Sports News. “I think we have to be respectful of the locals here, so many people working so hard – there’s a lot of money and wealth in this city. “We’ve got to make sure people are taken care of. We can’t be a circus that shows up that’s all glitz and glamour and people are affected negatively by it, in my opinion.” Vegas will host the third F1 race of the season in the United States, following on from Miami in May and Austin last month. Hamilton admits it’s been “amazing” to see the growth of F1 ever since his debut in 2007 – and a stage when he had to “educate” Americans about the sport. “I’ve been here [in F1] now for 16 years – it’s been really impressive to see the growth of our sport,” Hamilton added. “I used to come to America, the first grand prix in 2007 in Indianapolis, and over the years always having to educate people about what this sport is about. “Knowing how big a sporting audience they have here and I just couldn’t understand why they weren’t drawn to sport like we were growing up, living with it “It’s been amazing to see the shift over the last couple of years, that the country is really embracing the sport and seem to love it just as much as we do.” Hamilton was speaking at a sponsors event on Tuesday night at Speed City on the outskirts of Las Vegas, with AMG collaborating with IWC for the launch of Mercedes’ new AMG GT Coupe’ road car. Read More Celebrities and sponsors descend on Las Vegas as F1 returns to Sin City How Formula 1 cracked America Bernie Ecclestone wouldn’t bet on F1’s future in Las Vegas ‘I would not be shocked if King Charles showed up’: Las Vegas opens its doors to F1 F1 2023 season race schedule: When is the Las Vegas Grand Prix? Michael Schumacher fans set for rare insight into F1 legend’s life in new documentary
2023-11-16 06:04
Netflix doco trailer teases 'Parasite' director Bong Joon-Ho's nerdy '90s origin story
Netflix doco trailer teases 'Parasite' director Bong Joon-Ho's nerdy '90s origin story
Netflix has released a trailer for documentary film Yellow Door: ‘90s Lo-fi Film Club, which
2023-09-26 15:02
A history of Donald Trump's coiffure in hair-raising pics
A history of Donald Trump's coiffure in hair-raising pics
Former president Donald Trump's hair has not always been the same; in fact, it even looked good for a brief while
2023-11-12 21:17
China fines comedy troupe $2m for joke about the military
China fines comedy troupe $2m for joke about the military
The joke had linked the behaviour of a comedian's dogs to a military slogan by President Xi Jinping.
2023-05-17 16:49
Tropical Storm Harold makes landfall on Padre Island, Texas
Tropical Storm Harold makes landfall on Padre Island, Texas
Tropical Storm Harold has made landfall on Padre Island, Texas, and will bring heavy rains and tropical storm
2023-08-23 00:12
US approves chicken made from cultivated cells, the nation's first
US approves chicken made from cultivated cells, the nation's first "lab-grown" meat
Chicken grown from animal cells, not from slaughtered birds, can now be sold in the U.S. The Agriculture Department issued approvals Wednesday to California firms Upside Foods and Good Meat to sell the products, known as “lab-grown” or “cultivated” meat
2023-06-21 23:23
Canada's Ivey PMI shows activity rebounding in August
Canada's Ivey PMI shows activity rebounding in August
TORONTO Canadian economic activity expanded in August, rebounding after a contraction in the previous month, Ivey Purchasing Managers
2023-09-07 22:18
Larry Nassar was stabbed in prison cell, attack not seen by surveillance cameras, AP source says
Larry Nassar was stabbed in prison cell, attack not seen by surveillance cameras, AP source says
Larry Nassar was stabbed in his cell at a federal penitentiary in Florida, out of view of surveillance cameras pointed at common areas and corridors
2023-07-12 06:48
Everton boss Sean Dyche responds to Demarai Gray’s ‘respect’ comment
Everton boss Sean Dyche responds to Demarai Gray’s ‘respect’ comment
Sean Dyche has been compelled to deliver “the truth” about Demarai Gray after the winger claimed the Everton manager does not respect him. Gray has not played this season, with Dyche claiming the player did not want to train after being linked with moves to Saudi Arabia and Fulham. However, nothing materialised before Friday’s European deadline – Saudi’s is Thursday – but after being left out of the squad again for the 2-2 draw at Sheffield United, Gray took to Instagram to air his grievance, writing: “It’s so difficult to play for someone who doesn’t show you respect as a person.” Dyche has now taken the unusual step of addressing the issue in an interview with club media. “It’s an unfortunate one because I try to keep our business in-house. I think on this occasion, it’s right to reply,” Dyche said. “Demarai made it clear that he felt he was getting a move (away from Everton) and he told us a move was done, which was interesting to hear from a player. “We reminded him of the truth of the fact that no moves are done without this club’s say so. “We look after these players; we look at all the different ways of looking after them: mental and wellbeing is big, the tactics and technical, the physical. “When it comes to a time like that then you go, ‘Well, hang on a minute. You made it clear you didn’t want to train, you didn’t want to be here, and you also said there was a move that was a done deal’. “We said it’s not a done deal because this club is the most important. This club will make decisions on the future of you as players and not the other way around. “I think it’s right to let our fans know that’s the truth.” Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live
2023-09-06 03:17
This 3-in-1 fast transfer and charging cable is $17
This 3-in-1 fast transfer and charging cable is $17
TL;DR: As of Sept. 11, the 3-in-1 Fast Data Transfer and Charging Multi-Cable is on
2023-09-11 17:00
What is the 'Nicaraguan loophole'? Hundreds of African immigrants legally cross into America for just $160
What is the 'Nicaraguan loophole'? Hundreds of African immigrants legally cross into America for just $160
The lenient entry requirements in Nicaragua are particularly advantageous to nationals of various African countries
2023-09-21 16:14
Are Taylor Rue and Jared Pierce still together? 'Love is Blind' Season 5 couple call off engagement over 'fake' makeup
Are Taylor Rue and Jared Pierce still together? 'Love is Blind' Season 5 couple call off engagement over 'fake' makeup
Jared Pierce claimed that his and Taylor Rue's relationship was 'awkward' because of her 'fake' appearance
2023-09-29 18:54