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F1 is continuing to increase the entertainment factor with the introduction of ‘grid gigs’, a pre-race show akin to the F1 75 season opener.
Formula 1 has introduced ‘grid gigs’, a pre-race show aimed at increasing entertainment, similar to the F1 75 season opener. The sport has faced criticism for prioritizing entertainment over racing, with Sprint Races and American venues receiving backlash. The United States Grand Prix will feature a combination of music and motorsport inspired by the 75th anniversary season opener. F1 Grid Gigs will offer a unique blend of music and motorsport, drawing from the success of the F1 75 Live opener at the O2. In upcoming events like the Circuit of the Americas and Vegas GP, music performances on the grid will precede the races, continuing the trend of blending entertainment with racing. Formula 1 has seen a shift towards incorporating entertainment alongside motorsport, leading to discussions about balancing spectacle with on-track action. Carlos Sainz and F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali have both voiced opinions on maintaining the focus on racing amidst the increasing emphasis on entertainment in the sport.
