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‘It’s F1 for dummies!’ Fans slam new Martin Brundle grid walk format
At the US Grand Prix, a new version of Martin Brundle’s F1 grid walk with actor Glen Powell did not resonate well with fans on social media.
Brundle started this feature at the 1997 British Grand Prix, and it has evolved into an awkward yet chaotic segment, though some celebrity interviews have become iconic.
Sky Sports and Brundle attempted to mix things up by having Powell join the grid walk, but fans criticized their lack of chemistry and Powell’s limited F1 knowledge.
Social media comments included disappointment in the duo’s performance, calling the grid walk a promotional stunt for Powell’s movie, and questioning Powell’s relevance to the F1 broadcast.
Despite efforts to innovate, the grid walk did not live up to expectations, with fans preferring a more traditional approach.
