Brad Pitt drives McLaren's 2023 F1 car at COTA

Hollywood star Brad Pitt recently got a taste of real Formula 1 power, driving a 2023 McLaren MCL60 at the Circuit of The Americas. Having starred as Sonny Hayes in 'F1 The Movie' and trained with modified F2 cars, Pitt was offered this exclusive opportunity by McLaren CEO Zak Brown. He described the private test day as an 'extraordinary' and 'absolute high,' hitting 197mph and noting the unparalleled feeling of presence and downforce. Still buzzing from the experience, Pitt expressed gratitude to Brown and the team, having also spent time with Lando Norris. This immersive drive marks a thrilling real-world connection for the actor with the pinnacle of motorsport.