In a playful twist at the Miami Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton exchanged friendly banter with Pierre Gasly, accusing him of ‘dirty driving’.
The Miami Grand Prix took an unexpected detour into whimsy when Formula 1 drivers swapped their high-speed machines for life-sized LEGO cars. In a spectacle preceding the main event, 20 drivers showcased their competitive spirit on a different kind of track, thanks to a fleet of LEGO vehicles meticulously constructed with 400,000 bricks and designed to resemble their real-life counterparts.
Lewis Hamilton, known for his racing prowess, found himself in a cheeky exchange with Pierre Gasly’s Alpine. The collision, albeit minor at a mere 20 km/h, was enough to prompt Hamilton to joke about Gasly’s ‘dirty driving’, a sentiment shared with his signature broad smile. This light-hearted moment was part of what Hamilton described as ‘the most fun drivers’ parade’ of his career, a notable claim from someone who has graced the F1 world since 2007.
The spectacle captured the joy of the crowd in Miami, offering a rare chance for fans to see their icons in a more relaxed setting, far from the intense speed and stakes of typical races. Hamilton humorously thanked the Miami audience, noting the unique opportunity for interaction during this leisurely lap.
Max Verstappen, the polesitter for the Miami GP, added to the humor by suggesting that the track needed cleaning due to the LEGO debris resulting from the playful collisions. He also jested about a lack of ‘top speed’ with his LEGO Red Bull, shifting the focus back to the upcoming grand prix.
The LEGO event at the Miami Grand Prix brought humor and camaraderie among drivers, offering fans a delightful preview before the serious racing commenced.
