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Max Verstappen has hit back at a suggestion from Silverstone that Red Bull’s Formula 1 dominance is to blame for the British Grand Prix’s struggle to sell out tickets. Silverstone capitalised on the post-Covid pandemic boom still remaining prevalent last term to attract a record 480,000 spectators across the entire F1 race weekend. But that […]
Silverstone had a record 480,000 spectators last F1 race weekend due to the post-Covid boom, but with attendance restrictions in place, numbers will likely drop for the upcoming British GP. Red Bull’s dominance with ground effect cars is affecting ticket sales, even though Verstappen’s recent win streak has been impressive. Silverstone’s Managing Director notes changes in F1 fan interest and the challenge of promoting races with a predictable winner. Verstappen deflects blame for low ticket sales, suggesting promoters should first evaluate their own strategies. Silverstone faces pricing challenges due to high hosting fees, prompting calls from Hamilton and others to make F1 events more affordable for fans.
