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      F1 fans shocked as ‘national treasure’ Martin Brundle is brutally snubbed by NBA legend live on Sky Sports

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      WHEN it comes to Formula One grid walks in the USA, you can put good money on there being an interesting interaction between Martin Brundle and a celebrity.And that was the case once again ahead of the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
      Martin Brundle was snubbed for an interview by Shaquille O’NealCredit: Sky Sports F1
      Brundle is no stranger to awkward interactions on his gridwalksCredit: Rex
      Max Verstappen claimed victory at the circuit after saying it was the “National League” of race tracks.
      But ahead of the race Sky Sports F1 reporter Brundle, 64, was doing his best to get some interviews for the broadcaster.
      A host of celebs were at the show event, including the likes of David Beckham, Brad Pitt, Rihanna and Veronika Rajek.
      However, when it came to NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal, Brundle was brutally snubbed on the grid.
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      As Brundle arrived next to one of the Red Bull cars the former F1 driver tried to hail the 7ft 1in basketball icon.
      However, O’Neal – known as Shaq – did not play ball with the request despite a member of the Red Bull crew saying yes to giving an interview.
      As Shaq, 51, tried to walk away from Brundle, the reporter remarked: “I don’t think he’s up for it, I’ve wasted my long microphone cable.”
      Shaq then moved to the front of the car to take a photo with more of the Red Bull crew, including Team Principal Christian Horner.
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      As he then came back towards Brundle, Shaq once again dismissed any chance of an extended interview.
      Instead, he said into the microphone: “Lewis Hamilton baby.”
      Brundle finally quipped: “That’ll cover it.”
      Fans online praised Brundle for his attempt despite the awkward exchange and slammed Shaq for his unwillingness to talk.
      One fan said: “Martin Brundle is a national treasure.”
      A second said: “Shouldn’t be down on the grid unless you’re willing to talk.”
      A third said: “Not Shaq shouting this after taking pics with the whole RB team including Horner.”
      Another said: “Martin rocks. Poor form Shaq.”
      While a fifth added: “Another gem 🤣.”
      This season alone has seen Brundle cross paths with Cara Delevingne, Machine Gun Kelly and Anthony Joshua in awkward exchanges.
      This season’s Miami GP struck a particularly hilarious tone, with interviews including Beckham, DJ Khaled and a blunder with Patrick Mahomes.
      Previous years have seen Brundle interview Pep Guardiola, Megan Thee Stallion and Pitt with not much success.
      The F1 season will conclude at next weekend’s Abu Dhabi GP.
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      Supermodel Heidi Klum steals the show at Las Vegas Grand Prix as she goes completely topless in outrageous outfit

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      HEIDI KLUM stole the show at the Las Vegas Grand Prix by going topless.The supermodel was among a horde of A-List celebrities in attendance as the Formula 1 roadshow hit Sin City.
      Heidi Klum stunned as she attended the F1Credit: instagram
      The supermodel was a VIP at last night’s Las Vegas Grand PrixCredit: Getty
      Heidi Klum appeared alongside boyfriend Tom KaulitzCredit: Getty
      The likes of Rihanna, Brad Pitt, David Beckham and Paris Hilton were among those to grace the star-studded event.
      While influencer Veronika Rajek also thrilled fans with her pink ensemble.
      But Klum was arguably the real star of the show.
      The 50-year-old went topless in just a black jacket and skirt.
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      She shared a series of pictures and videos from her outing to her 11.7million Instagram followers.
      In one snap she smiled for a mirror selfie.
      While in a video clip she beamed as she strolled through the VIP area.
      She also excitedly posted a short video of cars zooming past from her seat in the stands.
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      Tom Brady fan Veronika Rajek turned heads in a barely-there pink outfitCredit: Getty
      Rihanna was in attendance at the star-studded eventCredit: Getty
      Paris Hilton made an appearance at the Las Vegas GPCredit: Getty
      Camille Kostek attends the Sports Illustrated ClubCredit: Getty
      Nastya Swan was also at the Sports Illustrated ClubCredit: Getty
      Cara Delevingne poses in the paddock entrywayCredit: Getty
      On Friday night Heidi attended a Mariah Carey concert, having her picture taken with the legendary musician after the show.
      The gig was nearly as star-studded as the F1, with Kim Kardashian also there.
      On the track it was Max Verstappen who took victory, despite having spent the week criticising the event.
      Charles Leclerc started on pole but dropped to second, although he did scoop Driver of the Day for his impressive efforts against the dominant Verstappen.
      Britain’s Lando Norris’ race was cruelly cut short by a brutal crash in just the third lap.
      The 24-year-old was taken to hospital for precautionary checks after the 180mph smash.
      It was a day to forget for Lewis Hamilton, who came in at seventh, while his team-mate George Russell finished eighth after receiving a five-second penalty.
      Max Verstappen triumphed at the Las Vegas GPCredit: Getty
      Zlatan Ibrahimovic made an appearance in Sin CityCredit: Getty
      Amanda Sorensen poses outside the Sports Illustrated ClubCredit: Getty
      NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal poses with David BeckhamCredit: Getty
      Brad Pitt made his latest F1 appearanceCredit: Getty
      Usain Bolt would have fancied a sprint raceCredit: Getty
      Kaitlin Olson and Rob McElhenney proved that it’s Always Sunny in Las VegasCredit: AFP
      Christian Horner hugs Kylie MinogueCredit: Getty More

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      Watch awkward moment UFC announcer Bruce Buffer leaves F1 star Sergio Perez baffled as fans say ‘I’m cringing so hard’

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      SERGIO PEREZ was left red-faced following an awkward moment with announcer Bruce Buffer at the Las Vegas Grand Prix.The inaugural Las Vegas GP was won by Perez’s Red Bull team-mate Max Verstappen.
      Sergio Perez and Bruce Buffer shared an awkward glance after the driver’s name was read out
      The Red Bull star glanced awkwardly at the camera
      Perez then walked away slowly looking confusedCredit: Formula 1
      Ahead of the race each driver’s name was announced by Buffer, whose voice has become synonymous with big UFC fights around the world.
      But when Perez’s name was called the Mexican got the wrong impression and thought he was about to be interviewed.
      Buffer bellowed out Perez’s name before approaching the driver, who waved at the crowd while beaming from ear to ear.
      The pair then shared an awkward stare with Perez appearing to wait for Buffer to ask him a question.
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      But the announcer instead backed off, leaving Perez to stand on the grid awkwardly by himself as a fan said: “I’m cringing so hard.”
      He then slowly walked away and said something to Buffer, who was concentrating on the next name to be announced.
      Perez, 33, went on to finish on the podium, third behind Charles Leclerc and Verstappen.
      Meanwhile Mercedes pair Sir Lewis Hamilton and George Russell finished seventh and eighth respectively.
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      Fellow Brit Lando Norris suffered a horror crash and was rushed to hospital.
      There was also a big incident before lights out as oil from retro cars leaked onto the track, leaving Verstappen fuming. More

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      Lewis Hamilton takes huge swipe at ‘negative’ F1 rival Max Verstappen after Las Vegas Grand Prix

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      LEWIS HAMILTON has hit out at Max Verstappen’s criticism of the Las Vegas Grand Prix saying the star-studded race was one of the best of the year.Verstappen had blasted the circus around this GP, labelling it “a show” and saying it was “99 per cent entertainment and one per cent race”.
      Lewis Hamilton has hailed the Las Vegas GP as one of the best races of the seasonCredit: Splash
      Hamilton finished the race in seventhCredit: Reuters
      The Red Bull ace had said it was more National League than Champions League and lashed out after the cringeworthy Superbowl-style opening ceremony.
      But Hamilton, a long-term supporter of the Las Vegas Grand Prix, said: “I’m really, really happy to have had a positive race and I’m really grateful the race was so good.
      “I really wasn’t expecting the track to be so great but the more and more laps you did I just really loved racing it.
      “Lots of great overtaking opportunities and I think for all those who were so negative about the weekend, saying it was all about show blah blah blah, I think Vegas proved them wrong.”
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      Hamilton said the thrilling race proves that F1 can sustain three races in the US, as Vegas joins Miami and Austin on the calendar.
      He added: “There has been criticism about having three races in the United States, and people talking about bringing back old classics from Europe.
      “But this has provided a better race than most of the tracks we go to. Hats off to the people who ran the show.
      “I cannot wait to come back and hopefully have a better race next year. I am really grateful to Vegas for having us.”
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      Verstappen went on to win the race, with Charles Leclerc finishing second and Sergio Perez third.
      But it did not go to plan for Hamilton’s fellow Brit Lando Norris, who crashed out on the third lap.
      The 24-year-old collided with the barriers at around 180mph before sliding down a straight and coming to a stop at the turn 12 run-off.
      He was taken to hospital but later discharged with no significant injuries.
      There was chaos even before the race started after two show cars leaked oil on the track, which subsequently left Verstappen furious. More

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      Tom Brady fan Veronika Rajek risks wardrobe malfunction in barely-there bra, mini skirt and knee-high boots at Vegas GP

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      VERONIKA RAJEK wowed in a barely-there outfit at the Las Vegas Grand Prix.Max Verstappen clinched his 18th win of the season along the iconic strip in front of a star-studded crowd.
      Veronika Rajek attended the Las Vegas Grand PrixCredit: Getty
      The beauty wore a bright pink outfitCredit: Rex
      Veronika flaunted her curves in the barely-there braCredit: Rex
      Her outfit was complete with a mini skirt and bootsCredit: Getty
      She blogged the day on Instagram as she took fans behind-the-scenesCredit: Instagram/ veronikarajek
      Many famous faces from Brad Pitt to Gordon Ramsey were at the Formula One but few caught the eye more than Veronika.
      The beauty wore a gleaming pink outfit as she strutted down the paddock and posed for the paparazzi.
      Veronika looked incredible in a mini skirt and matching knee-high boots.
      All while risking a wardrobe malfunction as she put on a busty display in a revealing top.

      Veronika has six million adoring followers on Instagram and she took fans behind-the-scenes as she uploaded snaps of the paddock and of herself drinking wine.
      It was the 27-year-old’s second day at the track after attending qualifying on Saturday.
      She wore a similar stunning bra and tight skirt as she saw Charles Leclerc take pole ahead of eventual winner Verstappen.
      Veronika is no stranger to a racy outfit, recently leaving fans in awe as she nearly spilled out of a black top.
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      The Slovakian also impressed as she kept in shape by hitting the gym.
      Veronika is a Tom Brady superfan and admitted to “loving” the NFL legend after turning up to a Buccaneers game before he retired.

      Veronika looked pretty in pinkCredit: Instagram/veronikarajek
      She sipped on luxury wine at the raceCredit: Instagram/ veronikarajek
      Veronika Rajek wore a red and grey outfit to qualifyingCredit: Rex
      She has six million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram/veronikarajek
      The model comes from SlovakiaCredit: Instagram/ veronikarajek
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      Las Vegas Grand Prix in chaos BEFORE race start after retro show cars leak OIL on track

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      THE Las Vegas Grand Prix hit a bump in the road before it even began when two show cars leaked oil on the track.Prior to the race, all 20 drivers were chauffeured around the circuit in retro cars.
      Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri’s retro show car leaked on track before the raceCredit: Splash
      Lewis Hamilton and Sergio Perez’s car also allegedly experienced a leakCredit: Getty
      Stewards attempted to clear the spillage just an hour before the raceCredit: AP
      However, just an hour before lights out, at least two of the cars began leaking oil onto the track – right at the front of the starting grid.
      The 1950s-era convertible driving McLaren duo Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri appeared to be one of the vehicles with the issue.
      A retro Mercedes-Benz coupe, which was carrying Lewis Hamilton and Sergio Perez around the track, also appeared to leak.
      The incident resulted in a build-up of oil on the left side of the track.
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      Reports claim that Max Verstappen was subsequently left furious as the spillage occurred next to his starting position.
      Stewards were seen covering the patch with a powder in an attempt to limit any possible damage.
      However, fans were quick to blast organisers for yet another issue with the inaugural race weekend in Vegas.
      One person tweeted: “Bro #LasVegasGP getting off to a terrible start and it hasn’t even started yet. How does a parade car spill oil on the start finish.”
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      Another added: “You couldn’t make this stuff up. It’s gone from the most hyped race of the calendar to the most problematic and cringe. What a mess. All I can do is facepalm.”
      While a third wrote: “More issues for the #LasVegasGP Car for driver parade has dropped oil all on the track. What an absolute failure this has been.”
      Discussing the potential consequences of the oil leak, Sky Sports F1 presenter Danica Patrick said: “That’s definitely unfortunate for those on the inside.
      “This is going to be a loss of grip. This is very unfortunate. I don’t know what they’re going to be able to do about it.
      “Are they going to be able to run cars over it before? Probably not. It’s a busy grid. This is an issue.” 
      Several cars appeared to be affected by the spill at the start of the race.
      The likes of Hamilton, Carlos Sainz, Perez and Fernando Alonso all made contact as a result of the lack of grip on track.
      A number of issues had already hampered the highly-anticipated Las Vegas GP.
      There was a significant delay to the first practice session on Friday after Sainz drove over an unsealed manhole cover, causing significant damage to the floor of his car.
      The session subsequently started at 2:30am local time and ended at 4am with no fans present.
      Verstappen went on to win the action-packed race, with Charles Leclerc finishing second and Perez third.
      But it did not go to plan for Norris, who crashed out on the third lap.
      The 24-year-old collided with the barriers at around 180mph before sliding down a straight and coming to a stop at the turn 12 run-off.
      He was taken to hospital but later discharged with no significant injuries.
      Vegas was a hotspot for a-list celebrities on Saturday night, with the likes of David Beckham, Shaquille O’Neal, Brad Pitt, Justin Bieber, Rihanna and Paris Hilton all in attendance. More

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      Verstappen wins Las Vegas GP in front of celebs including David Beckham and Brad Pitt while Hamilton only takes seventh

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      VIVA Max Vegas!It was the only certainty in the city where luck plays its part as Max Verstappen won the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
      Max Verstappen won the Las Vegas Grand PrixCredit: Getty
      Shaquille O’Neal and David Beckham headlined the star-studded VIP listCredit: Getty
      Brad Pitt looked as cool as ever at the circuitCredit: Getty
      Justin Bieber waved the chequered flag for VerstappenCredit: Reuters
      Veronika Rajek made quite the impression in her sparkling pink outfitCredit: Getty
      Rihanna was one of the biggest names enjoying the event as a Ferrari guestCredit: Getty
      Paris Hilton could not hide her smile as she walked down the pit laneCredit: AFP
      Dressed in an all-white Elvis Presley-style race suite, the world champion belted out a rendition of the singer’s hit about this gambling mecca.
      It was his 18th win of the season but this time he was made to fight for it after picking up a five-second penalty on the first lap.
      He had a running battle with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc, who started on pole and eventually came home in second place after pipping Sergio Perez on the final lap.
      The Mexican choked on the final lap for the second successive race as he was unable to hold on.
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      Verstappen, who had blasted this race as “99 per cent entertainment” said: “It was a tough one.
      “I tried to go for it at the start. I just ran out of grip, so ended up a bit wide.
      “The stewards gave me a penalty for that and it put us on the backfoot.
      “I had to pass quite a few cars and there was the Safety Car, so at that point there was a lot going on… Definitely a lot of fun.”
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      Leclerc added: “What a race! I enjoyed it so much. I’m of course disappointed to only finish second, but that’s the best we could do.
      “At the start Max on the inside lost a little bit of the grip and brought me onto the outside [of the track] but we had good pace, we passed him back, and we were really strong overall. So that was a really good race.
      “The weekend didn’t start the way it had to start but I am so happy it ended that way.
      “It’s such an incredible sport and I today is no better race than for the first race in Vegas. The energy around the city is incredible and I at least really enjoyed today.”
      Verstappen’s win means Red Bull have set a new record for the most wins in a season by a team – surpassing Mercedes’ 19 victories from 2016.
      The Dutchman has now equalled Sebastian Vettel on 53 career wins, the joint-third most on the all-time winners’ list.
      Verstappen celebrates alongside Sergio Perez and Charles LeclercCredit: Getty
      The race took place on the famous Las Vegas stripCredit: Splash
      It was a disappointing race for Lewis HamiltonCredit: EPA
      Lando Norris crashed out of the raceCredit: Rex
      It was victory No18 in a remarkable season for VerstappenCredit: Getty
      Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton and George Russell had eventful races as Mercedes’ hopes of a return to form were ended.
      Boss Toto Wolff is under more pressure to turn the team around after a miserable two years.
      Hamilton, who had come into this weekend saying the team had learned their lessons from the Brazilian GP, was only good enough for seventh after picking up a puncture in a tangle with Oscar Piastri.
      And Russell came home in eighth place but only after serving a five-second penalty for banging into Verstappen.
      Lando Norris crashed out on the third lap after inexplicably losing control of his McLaren at high speed.
      Norris climbed from his McLaren but was taken to the medical centre for checks before being sent to the local hospital.
      Gordon Ramsay attended with his daughter Holly AnnaCredit: Getty
      Cara Delevingne opted for a green numberCredit: Getty
      Kylie Minogue posed alongside Verstappen’s Red Bull carCredit: Getty
      Amanda Sorensen was a guest at the Sports Illustrated Club SICredit: Getty
      Camille Kostek opted for a black leather outfitCredit: Getty
      Usain Bolt took in the sights and sounds of the Vegas GPCredit: AFP
      Zlatan Ibrahimovic made an appearance at the raceCredit: Getty
      MMA star Aljamain Sterling looked brilliant in a floral shirt and pastel pink suitCredit: Getty
      Nastya Swan rocked a pink dressCredit: Getty
      Rachael Kirkconnell looked glamorous in a skirt and high bootsCredit: Getty
      Colin Kaepernick kept himself warm amid the low temperaturesCredit: Getty
      Fifa president Gianni Infantino was in the houseCredit: Getty More

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      F1 star Lando Norris rushed to hospital after horror crash at Las Vegas GP

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      LANDO NORRIS was rushed to the hospital after crashing his McLaren during the Las Vegas Grand Prix.The 24-year-old lost control of his car on lap three before colliding with the barriers at 180mph and sliding down one of the main straights.
      Lando Norris lost control at turn 11Credit: Sky Sports F1
      He slid down the straight has sparks dramatically flew from his carCredit: Sky Sports F1
      The McLaren star slid off track before crashing into the barrierCredit: Sky Sports F1
      He eventually came to a stop on the run-off at turn 12 after slowing to 70mph and crashing into the barriers at high-speed.
      The impact with the barriers was so hard that it caused Sky’s TV cameras to shake.
      Norris immediately assured that he was okay over the team radio before leaving the car.
      The McLaren star was then driven away to the circuit medical centre.
      But after being examined there, he was transferred to University Medical Centre, a nearby hospital in Las Vegas, for additional precautionary checks.
      A statement from the official F1 X account read: “After his accident earlier in the race Lando Norris was transferred to the circuit Medical Centre and has now been taken to University Medical Center for further precautionary investigations.”
      McLaren later confirmed that Norris had been discharged from hospital with no significant injuries.
      He eventually came to a stop at one of the run-offs at turn 12Credit: Sky Sports F1
      Norris informed his team that he was okay shortly after crashingCredit: Rex
      His car was completely destroyed after the incidentCredit: Splash
      Norris was taken to hospital after the crashCredit: Rex
      The Las Vegas GP was thrown into chaos before it even began when two retro show cars leaked oil on the track.
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      Stewards subsequently attempted to cover the spillage – which happened on the start grid – with powder.
      Max Verstappen – who eventually went on to win the race – was left furious as a result.
      The oil leak appeared to impact several drivers at the start of the race, with the likes of Lewis Hamilton, Fernando Alonso, Carlos Sainz and Sergio Perez all colliding at turn one.
      While Verstappen clinched his 18th race win of the season, Charles Leclerc finished second with Sergio Perez third.
      Norris started the race in 16thCredit: Getty
      Norris later reassured fans that he was okayCredit: Instagram @Landonorris
      The British driver took to Instagram to share a series of photos at the hospitalCredit: Instagram @Landonorris More