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F1 drivers criticise 'distracting' Miami GP pre-race pomp

Article To news overview © XPBimages George Russell and Lando Norris have criticised the Miami Grand Prix pre-race ceremony as being "distracting" and claiming "none of the driver like it." It took place minutes before the race on the start/finish straight ahead of the grid, where a temporary stage was erected and drivers were announced by American rapper LL Cool J before the national anthem. Performer Will.i.am also conducted an orchestra that performed his new F1-inspired song 'The Formula' which was released on Saturday. Drivers were required to turn up at the ceremony 23 minutes before the start, compared to the regular 16 minutes at each of the other races....
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