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Hindustan Times
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Video shows how 'billionaires arrived in style for F1 weekend in Monaco': How many superyachts can you count?
Everyone from supermodel Naomi Campbell and singer Dua Lipa to actors Sofia Vergara and Patrick Dempsey and Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and his fiancé Lauren Sánchez were in Monaco for the 2025 Grand Prix between May 22-25. The Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix attracts a glamorous crowd, including billionaires who often arrive in style, utilising luxury transportation. Also read | Huma Qureshi's birthday bash got you dreaming of Monaco? Check out these must-visit spots Now, a video of luxury yachts and superyachts arriving at the 'bay just outside Monaco' is grabbing attention on social media. Take a look: A post shared by Colin Chester Faas (@ The F1 Monaco Grand Prix is known for its upscale atmosphere and attracts celebrities and influential figures, many of whom are super wealthy. However, a video is doing the rounds of social media showcasing how Port Hercule's superyachts stole the show alongside Formula 1's roaring cars. Alongside the video he posted on Instagram on May 22, Instagram user Colin Chester Faas wrote, 'Pov (Point of view): how billionaires are gathering for the F1 weekend in Monaco.' His caption read, 'How much (Euro sign) you think is lying here in this bay just outside Monaco? F1 weekend is only about to begin and the billionaires are already gathering in style.' A comment on his post read, 'The ocean is the best parking spot during F1.' Someone also commented, 'Me not using straws and saving those fuel by driving in economy mode and watching this.' Another comment read, 'And the very same people will preach about climate change.' A comment also read, 'For billionaires the F stand for Flex in F1.' Someone also joked, 'Meanwhile you can't afford an extra packet of bread and eggs.' Another Instagram user shared a similar video and wrote, 'There will always be someone richer than you in Monaco .' The video of countless yachts and superyachts in Monaco prove the Grand Prix is not just a race, it's the pinnacle of Riviera glamour. Beyond the race, the F 1 weekend is a social spectacle — think champagne-soaked parties, Michelin-starred pop-ups, and VIP afterparties. Hosting A-listers, F1 stars, and global tycoons, these floating palaces moored trackside, offering prime views of the iconic street circuit — think Tabac Corner, or the Nouvelle Chicane — while serving as exclusive hubs for the elite. These yachts redefine opulence with helipads, jacuzzis, and gourmet dining by private chefs.
Daily Mirror
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Martin Brundle shuts down Michael McIntyre request live on F1 Monaco GP grid
Comedian Michael McIntyre was among those interviewed live by Martin Brundle on his popular grid walk segment during the Sky Sports coverage of the F1 Monaco Grand Prix Martin Brundle is used to being rejected on his Formula 1 grid walks. But he was the one left saying no ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix when he received a request from Michael McIntyre during an interview. The British comedian was one of several people who stopped for an interview with Brundle in the build up to the F1 race. And the Sky Sports pundit started the conversation by telling McIntyre that BBC executives had been trying to get him to appear on his quiz show, Michael McIntyre's The Wheel. But Brundle has not been able to accept that request. And it sparked a hilarious moment as McIntyre quickly picked up on the fact that the former F1 driver was not able to immediately recall the name of his show. "Your people invited me onto your show with the circle," said Brundle. And the comedian responded, laughing: "The show with the circle? It's called The Wheel! I think a Formula 1 driver should know what a wheel is. That is not a circle, it's called a wheel." McIntyre then asked: "Why don't you come on The Wheel?" And Brundle pointed to his jam-packed F1 schedule as he replied: "Because I can't do it, it's in June. I've got to do some other things, but one day I will." There were plenty of famous faces dotted along the Monaco grid, which remains the 'Crown Jewel' of F1 events. Among those to stop for a word with Brundle during his grid walk were supermodel Naomi Campbell and legendary former West Indies cricketer Chris Gayle. But the most awkward moment other than his chat with McIntyre came when he had a chat with Christian Horner. The Red Bull team principal seemed irked by Brundle's question when the Sky pundit asked if they plan to use the drivers from sister team Racing Bulls to help Max Verstappen during the race. "We're thinking some teams may use one car to great a gap, have you effectively got four cars on the grid to play that game with?" asked Brundle. And Horner wore a smirk as he snapped back: "Why on earth would you think that, Martin?" Undeterred, Brundle continued: "I think that's what you might be thinking. You've got [Isack] Hadjar and [Liam] Lawson in a really good place here." And that was when Horner came back with a proper response, denying that he had any plans to use the Racing Bulls cars to help his own. He said: "Racing Bulls are running their own race, they're in a great position. Isack did a great job, Liam as well yesterday. But we're focus on our own race. Yuki is a bit far out of touch to have much of an influence, so it's more down to safety cars and what the others do."
