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      Lewis Hamilton strolls Las Vegas red carpet in black trenchcoat as fans say F1 legend ‘spawned in the Matrix’

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      LEWIS HAMILTON opted for a bold outfit as he hit the red carpet ahead of the Las Vegas Grand Prix.And fans have been quick to compare his out-there fashion choice to something you would see in the Matrix movies.
      Lewis Hamilton sported a bold outfit on the red carpet in Las VegasCredit: Getty
      Fans likened his look to something out of the Matrix moviesCredit: Getty
      Neo sported a similar all-black look in the 1999 filmCredit: Rex Features
      Hamilton sported an all-black outfit with a long trenchcoat, sunglasses, dark trousers and some chunky boots.
      Formula One fans have grown used to the Mercedes driver’s extravagant fashion statements, but were still blown away by his latest look .
      Some compared it to the outfit worn by Neo in the Matrix films who was played by Keanu Reeves.
      One fan wrote: “Bro just spawned into The Matrix.”
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      While another added: “Bit of a Matrix vibe going on…love it!!”
      Sunday’s GP will be the first F1 face in Vegas since 1982 and is bound to be filled with drama alongside the glitz and the glamour.
      For Hamilton it is about chasing down second place in the drivers standings with Sergio Perez currently occupying the space.
      A World Championship was wiped off the table weeks ago when Max Verstappen secured his third consecutive title in Qatar.
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      It will be extremely difficult for Hamilton to catch up with the Mexican though, with Perez winning twice already this season and making the podium eight times.
      The Brit on the other hand is yet to win a race and has only managed to get on the podium on six occasions.
      The race itself could be chaos with track temperatures set to be around five degrees, far from optimal for F1 tyres which thrive in warmer conditions.
      Hamilton has built a reputation for his interesting fashion choicesCredit: Splash
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      Sports star with £24million-career earnings releases X-rated naked calendar for ‘ass lovers’

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      IT’S bottoms-up for Formula One star Valtteri Bottas.That’s after he released an X-rated naked calendar… designed specifically for “ass lovers.”
      F1 star Valtteri Bottas revealed all in a daring nude calendarCredit: Twitter @ValtteriBottas
      The hilarious collection had Bottas revealing his backside for a good causeCredit: Twitter @ValtteriBottas
      Bottas, 34, is still going in F1 with Alfa Romeo after raking in a staggering career fortune of £24million.
      He is best remembered by British fans for being Lewis Hamilton’s teammate at Mercedes from 2017 to 2021.
      Bottas is yet to win a Championship title.
      But he boasts an incredible 10 wins and 67 podiums, as well as 20 pole positions.
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      Bottas currently sits 15th in the latest rankings after picking up 10 points this term.
      However, the ace has also decided to branch out into the world of modelling.
      Bottas unveiled a hilarious nude calendar featuring him engaged in an assortment of activities.
      In each snap, Bottas could be seen flashing his bare backside to the camera as a pal explained the themes in a joking way to an assembled group of art fans.
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      And as such, the calendar has been named “Bottass 2024”, making it perfect for “motorsport enthusiasts and ass lovers.”
      But Bottas has created the X-rated compilation for an extremely good cause.
      He revealed that $5 from the sale of each calendar will be donated to Movember in support of prostate cancer research and other causes.
      And fans reacted in delight to the announcement.
      One said: “The hero we need!”
      Another declared: “Bro you can’t be serious, this is hilarious.”
      One noted: “We stan health-conscious F1 drivers.”
      Another added: “The perfect gift for the new year.”
      Bottas is still racing in F1 for Alfa RomeoCredit: Alamy More

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      Spice Girl Geri Horner posts loved-up message to husband Christian as Red Bull F1 boss turns 50

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      CHRISTIAN HORNER received a lovely message from Spice Girl wife Geri on his birthday.The Red Bull boss celebrated his 50th birthday and was treated to a video from his wife.
      Geri Halliwell wished a happy birthday to her husband Christian HornerCredit: Instagram / gerihalliwellhorner
      She posted a video of herself sending her ‘love’Credit: Instagram / gerihalliwellhorner
      The two married each other in 2015 after only starting dating the previous year.
      But it is clear that they were deeply in love as Geri, 51, shared a touching Instagram post on his birthday.
      In the post, Geri included a video of herself sending a love-up message to her hubby.
      She said: “You are my best friend. I love you more than words can say and I’m so grateful that you’re in my life.
      “I think you’re an amazing person. You’re kind, you’re loving, you’re generous.
      “I’m just really, really grateful and I just wanna wish you the best.
      “This new chapter in your life, just brilliance.
      “You’re an amazing man and I just wanna wish you a happy, happy birthday. I love you.”
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      Alongside the video, Geri shared a selection of pictures of herself with Christian, including one of their whole family.
      The couple have one child together, son Montague, 6, as well as Geri’s daughter Bluebell Madonna and Christian’s daughter Olivia both of which are from previous relationships. 
      The other pictures showed the two on holiday as well as one with Geri giving Christian a kiss on the cheek.
      In the caption wrote: “Happy birthday @christianhorner!! 50!!
      “I love you 🎉❤️ You’re amazing — husband, daddy & leader!”
      England legend David Beckham was one of many to comment on the post.
      He wrote: “Happy birthday to a wonderful man ❤️.”
      Another posted: “Happy birthday Mr. RedBull Spice.”
      A third wrote: “Happy Birthday 🎂 Enjoy Your Special Day and Year 🎊.”
      They started dating in 2014Credit: Rex
      They got married in 2015Credit: PA
      They have one child togetherCredit: Getty
      Geri often visits Christian on the trackCredit: Getty
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      F1 fans can’t unsee bizarre optical illusion as Las Vegas GP circuit compared to Simpsons character

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      FORMULA ONE fans have been left in hysterics over an unusual optical illusion spotted in a Grand Prix track.Las Vegas hosts the sport for the first time since 1982 this Sunday.
      The Las Vegas street track makes its debut this weekend
      Fans are convinced the track is in the shape of Spider-Pig – the adorable pig that stars in The SImpsons Movie
      The track is a street circuit that goes along the iconic strip.
      It features 17 corners and a 1.18 miles straight.
      Fans taking a look at the track in the build-up to the Grand Prix have noticed it’s shape depicts something very different.
      Looking at an aerial shot of the circuit, the track reminds many of the shape of Spider-Pig from The Simpsons Movie.
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      In the 2007 film, a much-loved scene shows Homer lifting the animal up onto his ceiling to help it walk upside down.
      The outline of Spider-Pig is hilariously similar to the look of the Las Vegas GP track.
      Eagle-eyed fans could not believe it, saying: “The Simpsons have only gone and done it again with another prediction. The Las Vegas F1 track is Spider-Pig.”
      The cartoon comedy has a spooky history of guessing the future with the show having scenes involving FaceTime, Donald Trump as president and picking the correct Super Bowl winner years before it occurred.
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      Back on the track, Max Verstappen is not seeing the funny side of the Las Vegas GP.
      The world champion claimed it is “99 percent show and one percent sporting event”.
      He also said the pre-race razzmatazz left him looking “like a clown”.
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      Las Vegas GP is 99% show and 1% sport… the $500million Hollywood show has made me look a clown, slams Verstappen

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN has slammed the Las Vegas Grand Prix – saying it is “99 percent show and one percent sporting event”.The F1 world champion added that F1’s pre-race razzmatazz left him looking “like a clown”.
      Max Verstappen said the pre-race Las Vegas antics left him feeling “like a clown”Credit: Getty
      He and team-mate Sergio Perez were presented to the Las Vegas crowdCredit: Getty
      F1 stars were treated to a lavish F1 ceremony on the Vegas stripCredit: Getty
      Stars such as Daniel Ricciardo could rub shoulders with Elvis impersonatorsCredit: Splash
      The Red Bull ace along with several other drivers criticised the inaugural race – saying the gruelling schedule and the night-time timings have left them shattered.
      When quizzed about the race, which has cost F1 owners Liberty Media over $500million to put on, Verstappen said: “It is 99 percent show and one percent sporting event.
      “I just want to always focus on the performance side of things, I don’t like all the things around it anyway, I know in some places they are part of it but let’s say it’s not in my interest.
      “[The track is] not very interesting. Just not many corners, to be honest. It will also depend quite a bit on how grippy it is. This is not really my thing.”
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      F1 have been busting a gut to promote their showpiece with a special launch event with a number of singers performing including Kylie Minogue and John Legend.
      The drivers were all thrust up upon the stage too before sheepishly waving to half-empty grandstands.
      Verstappen added: “For me you can all skip these things. It’s not about the singer, it’s just standing up there, you look like a clown.”
      This race comes off the back of a triple header across three continents – and put as a back-to-back race with Abu Dhabi, some 26 hours of flying away – has played havoc with jet-lag.
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      Kylie Minogue played at the opening ceremonyCredit: EPA
      As well as John LegendCredit: EPA
      Jared Leto also performedCredit: EPA
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      Last night, media sessions were cancelled as F1 requested that drivers attend a party at the Wynn hotel in yet another requirement for drivers.
      However, Red Bull’s drivers pushed back, as too did Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll from Aston Martin.
      Verstappen said: “When you are here it is not so much of a problem, but then we have to fly to Abu Dhabi, where there is already a 12 hour time difference, but also a completely different time zone…
      “Basically, we live on a Japanese time schedule. But then almost a different day. I don’t really get that, it is very tiring also at the end of the season that we have to do this. It doesn’t really make a lot of sense.”
      Stroll was also quizzed about whether he enjoyed the opening ceremony.
      He said: “Not really, no, not my thing, not really my thing. I didn’t sign up for that part of it all.
      “We’re racing drivers, I think sometimes it goes too much in the whole Hollywood  side of things.
      “I just like racing cars, not trying to be a Hollywood star.”
      Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton has defended the race saying that he is not suffering any of the effects of jet-lag and he understands why Liberty Media are going to such lengths to host the Las Vegas race.
      He said: “The sport continues to grow. It is a business ultimately. You’ll still see good racing here.
      “It is just such a big country here and to really tap into the market and capture the audience we needed.
      “One race [in the US] wasn’t enough, this is one of the most iconic cities there is and all the lights, the show, it is a big show for sure.
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      “It is never going to be like Silverstone but maybe over time the people in the community here will grow to love the sport.
      “Maybe the track will be good, maybe it will be bad. Don’t knock it until you try it. I hear there are a lot of people complaining about the direction F1 have been going and I think they have been doing an amazing job.”
      Lewis Hamilton defended the need to put on a spectacleCredit: Getty
      Hamilton and George Russell were also presented to American racing fansCredit: EPA More

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      Who is Lance Stroll’s dad Lawrence S Stroll?

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      LANCE Stroll’s dad, Lawrence S Stroll, has amassed an incredible net worth throughout his career.From his fortune to his Formula One business venture – here’s everything you need to know about Lawrence S Stroll and his life in the fast lane.
      Lawrence S Stroll pictured in 2017Credit: Getty
      Who is Lance Stroll’s dad Lawrence S Stroll?
      Lawrence Strulovitch, who also goes by the name Lawrence S Stroll, was born on July 11, 1959.
      Stroll is a billionaire businessman, executive chairman of Aston Martin, and the owner of the Aston Martin F1 Team.
      He is also the is the son of Jewish fashion importer, Leo Strulovitch and the dad of Aston Martin racing driver Lance Stroll – one of the youngest members to compete in Formula One.
      Lawrence’s family grew up in Montreal, Quebec, where the father introduced brands including Pierre Cardin and Ralph Lauren to Canadians.
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      He would later bring Ralph Lauren to Europe.
      How did Lawrence Stroll make his money?
      According to wealth website Forbes, Lawrence Stroll made his fortune in fashion.
      He masterminded Michael Kors’ hugely successful IPO in 2011 with business partner Silas Chou – a Hong Kong fashion tycoon.
      The bulk of Stroll’s fortune comes from selling his shares in the American fashion brand, cashing in on his stake in 2014.
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      Stroll the later began his F1 dream in 2018, buying into Force One team, renaming it Racing Point Force India, and entering the season at the midway stage.
      In 2019, they became the Racing Point F1 Team – with Lawrence enlisting his son, Lance as one of his drivers.
      A year later, Stroll led a consortium to invest £182million into Aston Martin for a 16.7 per cent stake in the company.
      In 2021, as part of the deal, the Racing Point F1 team was again rebranded as Aston Martin, marking the brand’s return to Formula One after 60 years.
      As of 2023, Stroll has an estimated net worth of $3.6billion, according to Forbes – which has helped him amass a collection vintage Ferraris.
      Over the years, he has amassed a car collection, which in 2021, was said to be worth an astonishing £140million.
      He splashed £20million on a rare 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB in 2013.
      Other cars Stroll has had in his impressive collection have included his Ferrari 250 GTO, McLarens and a Ford GT.
      In June 2023, Stroll shared an insight into his F1 venture, claiming the sport has become “the billionaire boys club”.
      He said: ”Racing is definitely expensive, from go-karting on up, there’s no doubt about it.
      “It’s a lot less expensive to play golf or play tennis but F1 it’s an expensive sport, there’s machinery. There’s a lot of people who run the machines.
      “You have to be a very wealthy individual or a very large corporation to be able to afford to be in Formula One.”
      Stroll added: “If you look at, for example, building a new building or a new wind tunnel, that’s well over £150million.
      “But Formula One is definitely an expensive sport to be in, there’s no question about that.”
      Who is Lance Stroll’s mum?
      Lance Stroll is the son of Lawrence and Belgium-born Claire-Ann Callens.
      Lawrence and Claire were previously married, however, have since divorced, with Stroll re-marrying Brazilian-born Raquel Diniz.
      In 2020, Stroll took over the island of Mustique for three days as he and Raquel walked down the aisle in a lavish ceremony.
      Over 300 guests were invited, with some staying at his £70million home called The Great House.
      Does Lance Stroll have any siblings?
      During his first marriage to Claire-Anne Callens, the couple welcomed two children.
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      Prior to the birth of their son Lance Stroll, on October 29, 1998, the pair first welcomed a daughter into the word.
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      Inside Jenson Button’s life married to ex-Playboy model Brittny Ward, driving two £2m cars and splashing £123m fortune

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      AS one of the voices of Sky Sports’ F1 coverage, Jenson Button is still earning a pretty penny in retirement.But it was as a driver where he earned an astonishing net worth, believed to be in the region of £123million.
      Jenson Button lives a life to envyCredit: Instagram
      Over the years Button has amassed a fortune worth £123mCredit: Instagram
      Button is married to the stunning ex-Playboy model Brittny WardCredit: brittny/Instagram
      His most famous moment on the track came during the 2009 season, when he raced for the Brawn GP team.
      That incredible year is the subject of new Disney documentary Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story which is narrated by Hollywood superstar Keanu Reeves.
      Button was crowned word champion, cementing his name in the annals of motorsport.
      Away from sport, Button knows how to live a life of luxury and spend his vast fortune.
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      After a failed first marriage, he is now settled down with the stunning American Brittny Ward who posed for Playboy.
      They live in Los Angeles in a home he reportedly splashed £5million on.
      That’s after he flipped another property in the City of Angels for £4.7million, as well as a Palm Springs mansion for £2million.
      And did we mention he drives TWO cars worth £2million…
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      Button has made a pastime out of buying homes over the years.
      At the turn of 2023, he purchased a stunning Santa Monica pad costing around £5million.
      The Spanish Revival bungalow boasts four bedrooms and three bathrooms, and is the perfect spot for Brittny and their two children, Hendrix and Lenny.
      That came 12 months after he bought a fixer-upper in California’s mountainous region between Calabasas and Malibu for £4million.
      In 2020, they reportedly sold a massive six-bedroom home in Bel Air for around £9million.
      The ex-Brentwood mansion Button sold for £4.7mCredit: refer to caption
      Brittny and Jenson have made money flipping housesCredit: refer to caption
      Brittny and Jenson live in a Spanish Revival bungalow
      Happy family – Button and Brittny show off son Hendrix and laughter Lenny
      Showing their love of flipping homes, his incredible Brentwood home, which featured five bedrooms, a pool and spa was also flogged for £4.7million.
      The couple also listed their four-bedroomed Palm Springs house for £2million, while Button’s wife Brittny said they have another home in the Californian desert.
      Brittney, who has now turned her hand to interior design, said: “Between my design career and Jenson’s busy work schedule, on top of our family life, we don’t have time to manage two homes in Palm Springs. We are so sad to say goodbye, but we know whoever is lucky enough to purchase the property will be very happy there.”
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      It’s no surprise Button is a car enthusiast, after his career as professional race car driver.
      He is believed to have a car collection to die for – from modern supercars to classic motors.
      The most expensive are his Lotus Evija hypercar and McLaren P1 GTR, that both cost a cool £2million.
      Button also invested in a Bugatti Veyron – but recalled having to sell it when it became a problem.
      He told GQ magazine: “I had a problem on a circuit with it once.
      “Then on Kensington High Street it just got stuck in neutral and I was stranded.
      “Quite embarrassing, but then again I owned a Bugatti and the people laughing at me didn’t. There are two ways of looking at it.”
      Button has a £2m McLaren motorCredit: Instagram
      The Ferrari F40 was Button’s dream car growing upCredit: Alamy
      Button also has a £2m Lotus EvijaCredit: Getty
      Button revealed problems he had with a Bugatti VeyronCredit: Getty
      In his garage, there’s also an iconic 1950’s Jaguar C-Type, 19780 Pontiac Trans-Am and a number of classic Ferrari models including his favourite car growing up, the F40.
      He said: “The car that meant so much to me as a child was the F40, because I had three things on my bedroom wall: Bart Simpson, Pamela Anderson and the Ferrari F40.
      “I looked for a year and found a few low mileage cars, but they were all in bad condition.
      “I eventually found one that was completely original with more miles on it. The thing to look out for on an F40 is the roof – if you can see the weave, it’s the original paint.”
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      Last year, Button and Ward said their ‘I do’s’ in a glitzy ceremony in California.
      They finally got to walk down the aisle after two weddings were postponed, once due to Covid and another time when Brittny fell pregnant.
      The nuptials were held at the exclusive Kempa Villa in Palm Desert.
      Guests included Hollywood actress Renee Zellwegger and Brit racing driver Chris Buncombe.
      The pair got together in 2016, a year after Button split from first wife, model Jessica Michibata.
      They have two kids together – a boy called Hendrix and girl they named Lenny.
      Jenson and Brittny met in LA through mutual pals, but she confessed she had no clue who he was.
      “I had no idea what he did for a living or even what Formula 1 was; I think it was kind of refreshing, the fact I had no idea who he was made it different for him,” she added. “He could just be himself and not have to worry.”
      Button is married to stunning model Brittny WardCredit: Instagram
      Ward has posed for Playboy magazineCredit: Girls On Swim
      Button and Ward married last year in Palm Dessert
      Button has spoken about his pride in Ward’s interior design career
      Brittny was once an Octagon girl in the UFC, before starring in Playboy magazine in 2015 as Miss January in a 10-page spread.
      She then set up a swimwear brand called Girls on Swim.
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      But most recently, she has been focused on interior design and architecture.
      Speaking about her new chapter, he said: “So proud of my wife @brittnybutton, her architecture and interior design career is still in it’s infancy but you wouldn’t think so looking at the quality of her work. Absolutely beautiful design and as she says it’s all about the fine details!” More

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      Red Bull reveal striking new feature ahead of Las Vegas Grand Prix for Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez

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      ORACLE RED BULL RACING have revealed a stunning set of wheel covers, set to be showcased in this weekend’s Las Vegas Grand Prix.The design follows the continued partnership with the world’s most popular poker site, PokerStars – who’ve taken over the city in recent weeks.
      A close-up of the PokerStars ‘chip’ wheel covers
      They’ll be used during this weekend’s Las Vegas Grand Prix
      The North American Poker Tour made its return after 12 years just last week, in the lead up to this showpiece race.
      An incredible 1,095 players took their seats for the main event, while PokerStars’ online winners from all over the world enjoyed the iconic Las Vegas scene for live poker action.
      All this before the Grand Prix festivities via PokerStars’ epic Vegas Gold Pass promotion, including VIP experiences for the racing purists who sought out a limited-edition Vegas Red Spade Pass via various giveaways at PokerStars throughout this season.
      Now, alongside the livery designed by Oracle Red Bull Racing fan, Lindsay Palmer, the RB19 wheels will look the part with unique poker chip covers.
      The red and white design shows off the iconic PokerStars Red Spade in it’s striking red and white design.
      Continuing their ongoing efforts to give back and offer rewards to the poker community, PokerStars have revealed that fans will have the chance to own these bespoke race-worn wheel covers – signed by Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez.
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      Verstappen and Perez will sign the covers after the race
      Fans can then win the covers via the PokerStars socials
      These will be available to win across PokerStars’ socials – so keep an eye out for that.
      PokerStars also assumed the role of Games Master during Oracle Red Bull Racing’s Grand Tauro USA – featuring a line of games and activities laid on across the four-day journey and included some famous faces and ended with a night of poker.
      Rebecca McAdam Willetts, Director of Partnerships & Public Relations at PokerStars said: “We’re honoured to be the first to feature on the team’s wheels, and such an iconic part of a very special livery for the inaugural race in Las Vegas.
      “Our wheel reveal marks the pinnacle of our efforts this year to excite and reward fans and customers, and we’re super excited to physically share such an iconic piece of racing memorabilia with our community.
      “We’ve truly brought our two worlds together to create two weeks of entertainment for poker fans and F1 fans alike. From our NAPT, to our sponsorship of Oracle Red Bull Racing’s Grand Tauro, to charity poker for fans on race week and incredible VIP experiences, we’re seeing through our commitment to deliver unforgettable memories.
      “We believe there’s no partner in the racing world who can do Vegas like we can, and we’re grateful to Oracle Red Bull Racing for allowing us to deliver our vision for the wheel covers and offer fans the chance to get their hands on them.”
      The PokerStars community can follow along with all the action at home from Las Vegas via PokerStars social channels.

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