Behind the scenes: ‘F1 The Movie’ New York premiere

F1.com's Lawrence Barretto reports from the star-studded world premiere of F1 The Movie, held in New York's Times Square. In a unique post-Canadian Grand Prix arrangement, many of Formula 1's top drivers and team principals, instead of returning home, jetted off to New York City for the highly anticipated film debut. Championship contender Lando Norris, alongside Ollie Bearman and Nico Hulkenberg, joined CEO Stefano Domenicali on a special Qatar Airways charter flight. This exclusive flight was meticulously decorated with movie memorabilia, offering bespoke boarding passes, gourmet popcorn – with both sweet and savoury options – and a vinyl of the movie soundtrack, enhancing the immersive experience for the F1 elite. This unusual itinerary highlights the growing intersection of Formula 1 with mainstream entertainment, bringing the sport's biggest names to the heart of global pop culture.