In Las Vegas they showed the cup that the winner of the first Grand Prix will receive, which will take place in less than a week at the new city circuit in Nevada’s largest city.
The cup is made in the shape of a stylized wing and looks quite traditional, which has already been noticed by fans who watched a short video shared by the race promoters via social networks. It looks good by the way, but the public was probably expecting something more impressive, given the unprecedented hype created around the upcoming event by both Formula 1 itself and the press.
The prizes will be awarded to the winner and runners-up at a very iconic location. When the 50-lap race ends, they ascend to a special stage built near one of the most popular attractions in Las Vegas: the Musical Fountains of Bellagio, located across from the hotel of the same name.
There are also stands and a guest area, which offers a beautiful view of the circuit, but tickets there cost more than $ 11,000 for another reason: the price immediately includes the price of all kinds of food and drinks given to their lucky ones are served. owners. At the same time, celebrity chefs and “mixologists”, as high-class bartenders who specialize in preparing cocktails are now called, are responsible for the menu.
Since the Liberty Media company, which acts as promoter of this Grand Prix, has invested about half a billion dollars in its venture, it naturally expects success, including commercial success, and this race will remain on the championship calendar for at least another ten years. year.
“The investment in the Las Vegas land and boxing complex is a long-term investment and we look forward to hosting this race not only for a decade, but beyond,” said Brian Wendling, Chief Financial Officer of Liberty Media. – We believe that capital expenditure is an effective investment and more attractive than acquiring an existing business.
We are confident in the return on this investment and see new opportunities to expand the Formula 1 audience in the coming years.”
Source: F1 News
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