P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Paying fans who witnessed fewer than 10 minutes of green flag running at the Las Vegas Grand Prix on Thursday and were not allowed to watch second practice are not being offered refunds
Fans who attended the Las Vegas Grand Prix on Thursday for less than 10 minutes of green flag running and were not allowed to watch second practice are not eligible for refunds. They have only been compensated with a $200 voucher for the official store. Many Thursday-only attendees have expressed disappointment with the compromised experience. The organizers have not apologized to the fans and believe that avoiding admission of guilt is the reason behind it. The joint statement from F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali and Las Vegas GP CEO Renee Wilm did not include an apology but attempted to offer transparency and prioritize safety and security. The organizers cited concerns for public safety officials, transportation employees, and the need to clean and resupply guest areas as reasons for the decisions made. The response from organizers has been interpreted by fans as arrogant and greedy, focusing more on the event’s image and financial elements than the fan experience.
