While the entire F1 fraternity is excited about the British Grand Prix because of its history, there’s another reason teams and drivers alike are so excited to race at Silverstone – the return of the full crowd! Fans are very critical of any sport, both from a support and a financial perspective. And the latter is of immense importance, especially as McLaren CEO Zak Brown says!
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What does McLaren CEO Zak Brown say about it?
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As quoted by GP fans, Brown said, “At the end of the day we drive motorsport for the fans.
“The entire F1 ecosystem is built with the fans in mind. Without great fans, we won’t have countries running races, we won’t have sponsors on the racing cars, we couldn’t afford to pay Daniel, ”joked Brown.
Formula 1 F1 – Azerbaijan Grand Prix – Baku City Circuit, Baku, Azerbaijan – June 5, 2021. McLaren’s Daniel Ricciardo in action during the REUTERS / Anton Vaganov qualifying.
“Getting the fans back is what the sport is about, so it’s great. It is our home race and we are really looking forward to being there again. “
Daniel Ricciardo hopes to contribute to McLaren’s P3 finish in the championship
The honey badger is struggling to gain a foothold in the McLaren car. He was surpassed by his much younger teammate Lando Norris, who has already secured three podiums for the Woking-based team.
At the Austrian GP, however, Ricciardo finished 7th and scored valuable points, while McLaren was aiming for 3rd place in the constructors’ championship.
“Of course I’m happy that the team is doing well and will of course be part of it now, but of course I want to get on the podium and make my contribution to the trophy cabinet,” said Ricciardo.
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Formula 1 F1 – Austrian Grand Prix – Red Bull Ring, Spielberg, Styria, Austria – July 1, 2021. McLaren’s Daniel Ricciardo arrives at the REUTERS / Leonhard Foeger racetrack.
“Silverstone has a lot of fond memories for me and it’s cool to come back with a British team so I’m hanging out.”
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McLaren is currently on P3 in the constructors’ championship, 19 points ahead of rival Scuderia Ferrari.
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