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Newsweek
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Newsweek
F1 Under Fire From Fan Over Alleged Grand Prix Ticket Overcharging
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A Formula One fan has criticized F1's official ticketing website on Reddit, claiming that they were overcharged for Austrian Grand Prix tickets that were available for much less at the circuit. The fan received a disappointing response when they approached for a refund. Several fans have commented on the thread, revealing similar experiences. The fan in question has been furious and has asked others to remain cautious when purchasing F1 tickets online. The comments in the thread suggest that the official website selling F1 tickets is an agent, while the circuit is the actual seller. The aggrieved fan stated they received neither a refund nor an apology for being overcharged. The post, which is titled " overcharged me €500+ – be cautious," read: "Bought Austrian GP general admission tickets in January. Asked their customer support what tickets my kids (2 & 5) needed – they said full-price. So I paid €195 + €8 handling each. Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain driving the (44) Scuderia Ferrari SF-25 leads George Russell of Great Britain driving the (63) Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team W16 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Austria... Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain driving the (44) Scuderia Ferrari SF-25 leads George Russell of Great Britain driving the (63) Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team W16 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Austria at Red Bull Ring on June 29, 2025 in Spielberg, Austria. More"Two weeks before the race, tickets arrived showing €150 each. At the track, I learned kids under 14 are free. I overpaid €500+ on tickets for €300! "Post-race, I tried email – always got "undeliverable" after 24h. On WhatsApp, they instantly refused any refund, no apology. "We enjoyed the weekend and don't regret going, but we could have saved €500 or used that money for much better seats. "So my advice is to buy directly from the circuit or better resellers to avoid overpaying." One fan responded with a similar experience at the 2024 Belgian GP. The comment read: "Buying directly from the circuit is much cheaper. I dont remember how much but last year I went the full weekend to Spa and the price difference on the websites was significant." Comment byu/pafpajpav from discussion informula1 Another fan offered a piece of advice: "Always by tickets from the tracks website. F1 is the middle man/reseller when you buy from f1 tickets" [sic] Comment byu/pafpajpav from discussion informula1 This fan stated it wasn't F1's fault. The comment read: "With many concerts (or any event really) that have both in-house and third party (Ticketmaster, StubHub, etc) ticket availability, it is in your best interest to always check the venue's website first. Their prices are usually lower and, in the very least, avoid the dumb service surcharge. "These tickets are usually the first to go when tickets go on sale. "I understand it's a bit frustrating to pay extra, but just be aware next time. The F1 ticket website didn't really do anything wrong here. It's clear they didn't get any of these "free for 14 and under" tickets. I wouldn't expect them to say "go to the track website for free 14 and under tickets" either." Comment byu/pafpajpav from discussion informula1 One fan stated that they faced an entirely different situation, advising that it's always good to compare prices on multiple websites before making a purchase. The comment read: "Had the same but different thing when buying tickets for the Dutch GP. The Dutch GP site was saying €800 per person for the three days but on the f1 site, the same tickets are €400 and some change each. So it really does pay to shop around."
Newsweek
17-06-2025
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Canadian GP CEO Unfazed by Growing F1 Popularity in the USA
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Canadian Grand Prix President and CEO, Jean-Philippe Paradis, has shared his vision for the future of the Montreal race, explaining that the growing popularity of Formula One in the USA won't diminish the value of Canada's market of "40 million people." The 2025 Canadian GP concluded successfully last weekend, with Mercedes' George Russell securing victory, followed by runner-up Max Verstappen and Andrea Kimi Antonelli in third. Related: Toto Wolff Drops Bombshell After Canadian GP: 'Need to Learn Why It Worked' Paradis admitted that he wanted to make this year's event a hit, considering the administrative challenges faced in the 2024 round. He took over the role from Francois Dumontier last year and immediately set out to make the event better in every way. Hinting at a growth plan to make the event one of the best Grand Prix destinations, he said: George Russell of Great Britain driving the (63) Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team W16 on track during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Canada at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve on June 14, 2025 in Montreal,... George Russell of Great Britain driving the (63) Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team W16 on track during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Canada at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve on June 14, 2025 in Montreal, Quebec. More"There was something where people wanted to make it different. We want to bring Canada to a top quartile GP. There's a path for us to get there, and we wanted to showcase that there is some improvement." The 2026 Canadian GP has been moved from June to May 22, set to take place after the race in Miami. Paradis confirmed that the change will lead to a slight temperature variation. He said: "The month of May might have been a little bit colder this year. But historically there's about a 1.5 to two degrees (Celsius) difference." However, the change in dates will lead to a clash with IndyCar's Indianapolis 500, which Paradis believes won't affect the numbers. In addition, he believes that despite the growing influence of F1 in the USA, with three successful Grand Prix venues, Canada's market is large enough not to lose out to competition. He said: "Canada is a huge market, right? It's 40 million people. There's obviously a huge economic market. We serve really well the Northeast of North America. It's an iconic race. "I'm personally waking up every day to make sure that we have a top race, and this race stays here for the next 100 years." He added: "If you ask me, why do you wake up every day in the morning? It's to try to make the race really amazing. Each time, I will improve the fan experience, the personnel experience." The Canadian Grand Prix is under contract with F1's governing body, the FIA, until 2031. However, a rumor spread that the deal could end in 2029. Addressing the report, Paradis said: "What we wanted to focus on is making sure 2025 is an amazing success we can build on. As we get success, I'm sure things will fall into place."
Toronto Sun
15-06-2025
- Automotive
- Toronto Sun
George Russell wins Canadian Grand Prix
Holds of Max Verstappen at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve Published Jun 15, 2025 • Last updated 1 hour ago • < 1 minute read George Russell of Great Britain driving the (63) Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team W16 leads Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Canada at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve on June 15, 2025 in driver George Russell of Mercedes has won the Canadian Grand Prix, ahead of Red Bull's Max Verstappen, with Russell's Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli in third. The race ended behind a safety car after McLaren's Lando Norris collided with his teammate Oscar Piastri and damaged his vehicle. More details to come. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Sports World Relationships World Editorial Cartoons
Newsweek
06-06-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
F1 Journalist Calls Out Body Shaming in Bold Social Media Statement
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Formula One journalist Lee McKenzie has taken a bold stance against online hate on Instagram. McKenzie wrote how she was targeted for her appearance at last weekend's Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona, which prompted her to turn off comments. Presenting for Channel 4, the 47-year-old revealed that she hardly shares her personal life updates on social media, but the body-shaming comments she received pushed her to take a stand and admit that she had undergone surgery last month due to ongoing health issues. Calling out perpetrators who were "women and men alike," she firmly stated that not every opinion about someone's appearance needs to be shared, especially when it could affect a person at a deeper level. Oscar Piastri of Australia driving the (81) McLaren MCL39 Mercedes leads Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 Lando Norris of Great Britain driving the (4) McLaren MCL39 Mercedes... Oscar Piastri of Australia driving the (81) McLaren MCL39 Mercedes leads Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 Lando Norris of Great Britain driving the (4) McLaren MCL39 Mercedes George Russell of Great Britain driving the (63) Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team W16 and the rest of the field at the start during the F1 Grand Prix of Spain at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on June 01, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. MoreFortunately, McKenzie confirmed that her health has been improving and stressed that she would soon be hitting the gym, but only for herself. Her Instagram post read: "I've been thinking about whether I should post this but I will as it's not just about me, it's for all women and men too. "Last month I went into hospital for an operation and I've been struggling with some health issues for a while now. "As you see on here I'm a private person and I post about my work, not too much about life outside of work. I don't need or want attention or validation. But the comments about my appearance and weight at the Spanish Grand Prix have been horrific. I've had to turn off comments on my social media. It's worth saying they came from women and men alike. "If you don't like what someone wears or looks like on television, feel free to think about it but why send it to them? Why contact someone to be deliberately rude? I'm a journalist and I'm good at my job and I'm furious that this affects me. But it does and there will be people out there getting similar abuse that are not as strong as me. Don't do it. "The good news is that a larger operation that I thought I was going to get isn't needed at the moment and things can be treated with medication. Many people have this. It's not about being unwell. It's about the vile comments from women and men commenting on my appearance. "My health is improving and I'm back at the gym. For me. Not for anyone else. Think before you write to someone." Online hate has been a topic of discussion in recent weeks. Newsweek Sports reported how Alpine driver Franco Colapinto's fans targeted Red Bull driver Yuki Tsunoda for an on-track incident with the Argentinian. Tsunoda stressed, "At some point F1 should say something" if it crossed a line in the future.
