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Fast Lanes and Power Games: Why Political Figures at Races is Just Business

Fast Lanes and Power Games: Why Political Figures at Races is Just Business

FromThe VF1 Show with VF & Vincenzo


Fast Lanes and Power Games: Why Political Figures at Races is Just Business

FromThe VF1 Show with VF & Vincenzo

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Length:
75 minutes
Released:
May 9, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

SummaryIn this conversation, Vincenzo and Vanessa discuss Lando Norris' victory at the Miami Grand Prix and the controversy surrounding former President Donald Trump's presence at the race. They highlight the double standards and hyper-partisanship in politics and how it affects the perception of the sport. They also touch on the role of politics in Formula One and the impact of politicians attending races. Overall, they emphasize the need to focus on celebrating Norris' achievement and not let politics overshadow it. The conversation discusses the reactions of President Donald Trump at the McLaren garage during a race weekend. It highlights the lack of understanding of politics and motorsport in discussions on social media. The conversation then shifts to the pricing of VIP areas and concessions at the Miami Grand Prix, emphasizing the concept of supply and demand. It also touches on the different experiences and price points available to fans and the importance of understanding the value of participating in the F1 experience. We discuss the value of networking and the perception of luxury experiences in Formula 1, and the viewership numbers for the Miami GP.

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May 9, 2024
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VF1 is a podcast dedicated to the fastest growing sport in the world, Formula One. On VF1, we talk about the business, marketing, technology, political and government issues within and facing F1, logistics, among others.