Nico Rosberg experienced an unexpected twist with Bukayo Saka before the Spanish Grand Prix that left the F1 champ less than pleased.
The setting was the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, bustling with excitement as Team England’s football stars graced the event. They were there warming up for their impending 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Andorra. Notably, Sky F1’s Nico Rosberg, known for his World Champion title in 2016, aimed to have a chat with Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka, alongside his colleague Simon Lazenby.
Their venture began on a positive note with England’s ace striker Harry Kane and defender Dan Burn. Kane, in particular, shared a friendly exchange with Rosberg, who expressed his appreciation for Kane’s season with Bayern Munich. However, what started with camaraderie quickly turned awkward when it came time to speak with the young winger, Saka.
With a brief and curt, “I don’t have much to say,” Saka made it clear he wasn’t in a chatty mood. Lazenby, undeterred, attempted a follow-up, only to be met with resounding silence. The duo of Rosberg and Lazenby then had little choice but to move on, Rosberg noticeably miffed by this cold shoulder. “That was not very friendly at all was it,” Rosberg quipped, clearly perturbed by the brush-off.
After wrapping up with Burn and catching a quick “good” from Pierre Gasly, who was rushing to the anthem, Rosberg once again crossed paths with the England trio. This time, he couldn’t resist a veiled jab: “They were better than the soccer player from before.” His comment subtly pointed out Saka’s earlier refusal to engage, a contrasting note to the interactions with Kane and Burn.
The Spanish GP brought unexpected excitement, not only on the track but also in the exchanges between athletes. Saka’s aloof stance created a ripple in the usually seamless interactions among sports stars. It served as a reminder that even in the public eye, personalities clash, and expectations can quickly shift.
