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Some F1 ideas for the ‘Ocean’s 11’ prequel. Plus: Lewis Hamilton is just like us
- The Athletic imagines a 1962 Monaco Grand Prix–themed heist plot for an Ocean’s Eleven prequel in a playful, fictional setup.
- Three scenarios drive the fictional heist: Hill Distraction, Monocoque Lotus, and Tunnel Dangle, set against the Monaco paddock.
- The piece hints at ongoing Formula 1 regulatory talks and driver safety concerns ahead of a high-level FIA meeting on April 20.
- Driver Russell discusses safety-focused rule changes and his worries about closing speeds in the current regulations.
- Red Bull promotes within, naming Andrea Landi to bolster car development aligned with driver feedback.
- Max Verstappen attends the Nurburgring 24-hour qualifiers, continuing a busy weekend schedule.
- Saudi Arabia’s PIF may pull funding from LIV Golf, with potential ripple effects across other sports.
- Niels Wittich reflects that Michael Masi was a scapegoat for Abu Dhabi 2021 after five years of debate on race direction and governance.
- The article closes with a teaser about Lewis Hamilton’s off-track interests and potential branding moves.
- The Athletic’s newsletter also covers broader sports and business news, linking F1 with funding shifts and governance topics.
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