Donald Trump made an appearance at the Miami GP while Lando Norris secured his first victory in Formula 1. The British driver surprised everyone by taking the lead after a Safety Car period and managed to hold off Max Verstappen for most of the race. Norris later shared details of his conversation with the former President of the United States.
McLaren invited Trump to watch the race as a guest. Before the start of the Grand Prix, the American politician even had a meeting with the FIA President, Mohammed Ben Sulayem. Norris mentioned that Trump congratulated him after the race and he felt honored to receive recognition from the former President of the United States, who took time out of his busy schedule to be present at the event.
Furthermore, Norris revealed that Trump considered himself to be the British driver’s lucky charm. This idea had been playfully suggested by former Red Bull driver Karun Chandhok in the past. Despite the uncertainty of whether Trump will attend more races this season, Norris expressed his happiness at having the support of the former President of the United States.
Trump congratulated Norris on his first victory and the British driver considered it a great honor. He appreciated the fact that someone like Trump took the time to recognize his achievement and even called him his lucky charm. However, Norris was not sure if Trump would attend future races. The moment was memorable for him nonetheless.
Formula 1 has always sought to remain apolitical and Trump’s attempt to host a fundraiser at the Miami GP was blocked. However, McLaren agreed to have the American politician as a guest in their garage during the weekend. This decision received criticism from online fans, leading the British team to issue a statement defending their choice.
McLaren a clarifié qu’elle est une organisation apolitique. Cependant, ils ont reconnu l’importance du poste de président des États-Unis et ont donc accepté la demande de l’équipe de Trump de visiter leur garage le jour du Grand Prix de Miami.
Donald Trump a fait une apparition au Grand Prix de Miami et a visité le garage de McLaren. McLaren, en maintenant sa position en tant qu’organisation apolitique, a reconnu et respecté le poste de président des États-Unis. Par conséquent, ils ont accepté la demande de visite de Trump, accompagné du président de la FIA et des PDG de la F1/Liberty.
Sans aucun doute, Donald Trump reste une figure divisée dans le paddock de la F1. Malgré cela, il a eu une sortie réussie au Grand Prix de Miami, coïncidant avec la première victoire de Lando Norris en F1. Cependant, il est peu probable que Trump assiste à l’une des autres courses américaines du calendrier, car il se concentre sur sa campagne électorale de 2024.
