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MAX VERSTAPPEN SNUBS F1 MOVIE RED CARPET AFTER ‘FORCED’ INVITE – Chooses Family Over Premiere
Defending world champion Max Verstappen opted to snub the star-studded premiere of the F1 movie after expressing his displeasure at being ‘forced’ to attend.
Many of the sport’s biggest names were in Times Square on Monday night for the highly anticipated launch of the new film, which stars Brad Pitt, Javier Bardem and Damson Idris.
Max Verstappen has deliberately skipped the high-profile premiere of F1: The Movie a Lewis Hamilton co-produced spectacle debuting in New York after reportedly being invited under some pressure. While red carpet regulars like Hamilton, Charles Leclerc, George Russell, and Brad Pitt himself graced the event, Verstappen was a conspicuous absence .
In a move that’s become familiar, Verstappen opted for quality time at home instead. The four-time world champion, now a new father, confirmed he informed Formula One Management well in advance that he would miss the premiere . He emphasized the importance of prioritizing family life amidst a grueling racing season .
However, this was far from Verstappen’s first media refusal. He previously skipped a Monaco screening and opted for a Twitch sim-racing session instead—wearing his “FranzHermann69” alias—underscoring his preference for personal time over showbiz appearances .
What This Means
Verstappen’s stance is clear: being tethered to personal commitments and even sim-racing far outweighs the allure of Hollywood events .
Another salvo in his ongoing media war, he has repeatedly snubbed F1’s glitzy promotional side, including Netflix’s Drive to Survive and other publicity-driven engagements .
Hamilton vs Verstappen cultures clash: While Hamilton leans into entertainment and promo opportunities, Verstappen remains steadfast in separating his private life from the sport and its entertainment facets.
From avoiding the limelight to opting for sim-racing at home, Verstappen’s absence sends a strong message: pedigree and privacy matter more to him than polish and premieres.
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