“I wanna be where the people are. I wanna see, wanna see ’em dancin’. Walking around on those, what do you call ’em?” Oh, racetracks. In a surprising turn of events, fans of Disney’s live-action remake of “The Little Mermaid” have taken to social media, comparing Halle Bailey’s preparation for the role of Ariel to the rigorous training of a Formula 1 driver. As Bailey’s physical conditioning regimen is revealed, fans are jokingly claiming that she is not only F1 ready but could even win the WDC.
The release of “The Little Mermaid” live-action remake has received mixed reviews, but Halle Bailey’s portrayal of Ariel is being hailed as the perfect characterization. Behind the scenes, Bailey faced a challenging training regime to embody the graceful mermaid.
put her in an f1 car she’s ready https://t.co/qtm5MSb7yy
— shiv ceo (@cozyricciardo) June 5, 2023
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Photos shared on Twitter showcased her physical preparation, which included wearing weighted headgear to strengthen her neck muscles—an essential requirement for enduring the intense G-forces. Formula 1 drivers endure extreme G-forces while navigating high-speed corners and aggressive braking zones. These forces can subject drivers to up to 5g, making neck strength crucial for both performance and safety. By strengthening her neck muscles through her conditioning regimen, Bailey has inadvertently showcased a characteristic shared by F1 drivers.
This parallel between the world of Disney and motorsport has sparked the imagination of fans and brought an unexpected connection between two seemingly unrelated domains. Fans have playfully suggested that Halle Bailey’s training for “The Little Mermaid” has equipped her to handle the demands of Formula 1 racing. Could this Disney princess turned mermaid champion conquer the world of Formula 1?
F1 ready Mermaid: Halle Bailey
This light-hearted admiration reflects the fan base’s appreciation for Bailey’s dedication and the impressive transformation she underwent for the role. Bailey’s preparation to portray a mermaid princess showcases her commitment to authenticity and the lengths actors go to bring characters to life.
She can win a WDC but no one on the grid can sing part of my world
— MILA 🫧 | FEA (@344YSL) June 6, 2023
she could be wdc but no driver could do the rock scene
— What. (@Keat_sunny) June 6, 2023
she can handle the 4 Gs corners easily 🤌
— justsomewan (@nabihah0hannah) June 6, 2023
As Halle Bailey emerges from her underwater training, fans are left in awe of her transformation into the enchanting Ariel and her F1-worthy physical conditioning.
Get her in the Red Bull seat neow https://t.co/nAkza9YSdv
— united states of megan (@ghostedboys) June 6, 2023
all i could think of like her neck is STRONG https://t.co/PMgclWBfQS
— 🎧 (@cherieluvr) June 6, 2023
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wins montreal 30 second ahead of the grid
— shiv ceo (@cozyricciardo) June 5, 2023
the bulls will be out of job then
— adamn (@adamnkit) June 6, 2023
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In this whimsical fusion of worlds, who knows what other magical surprises await as these worlds collide and captivate our imaginations? The possibilities are as endless as the ocean itself.