The recently concluded Italian Grand Prix witnessed one of the most frantic races of the season. However, the on-track chaos wasn’t the only interesting part of race day at Monza. Prior to the start of the race, a few celebrities graced the iconic race track. One of them was Vin Diesel, who fans spotted taking a picture with defending world champion Lewis Hamilton.
Following the action hero’s appearance in Italy, Twitter saw several reactions from fans across the world.
Fans send creative tweets about Vin Diesel’s appearance in Monza
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The 54-year-old features prominently in the ‘Fast and Furious’ franchise, playing the lead character of Dominic Toretto. Since 2001, the franchise has released nine installments, with a 10th installment in the pipelines.
While performing outrageous stunts, Diesel speaks about the importance of family in various parts across the movies. Following the release of Fast and Furious 9 earlier this year, Twitter played host to several memes around the action hero and the word ‘family’.
Yesterday, Diesel came to Monza sporting a black sleeveless t-shirt and jeans. Ironically, the word ‘Brotherhood’ featured on his t-shirt as well. Following his appearance, fans took to Twitter to share their reactions to his appearance.
vin diesel just gave lewis hamilton the power of family y’all he’s winning this pic.twitter.com/3a2dGcRQnC
— andy ♡ (@iiiuminateandy) September 12, 2021
Only Vin Diesel manages to attend an F1 race and get inspo for a future Fast and Furious crash scene 😭 https://t.co/J7VpDZK2Z0
— Princess Hibana 🥀 (@_ranya_x) September 12, 2021
So Vin Diesel was at the Italian Grand Prix earlier today and in his post commented ‘Big things coming…’ and also hashtagged ‘FX’ which of course he means Fast 10. F1 cars may be a possibility in the final chapter I’m guessing? pic.twitter.com/ACk3Jf4ofi
— Daz (@dazmarklew) September 12, 2021
While some fans used photos of his appearance in Monza, others used pictures of his character from the movies. One fan mentioned Max Verstappen’s pit stop, while another credited McLaren’s surprise one-two finish to Diesel.
Vin Diesel to Max in the pitlane #ItalianGP pic.twitter.com/chFhgJAg1r
— 𝙺𝚒𝚖 𝙿𝚊𝚗𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛. (@KimPanther_) September 12, 2021
Max saw @LewisHamilton & @vindiesel and wanted a starring role in the new The Fast and the Furious 10 film. pic.twitter.com/CCKfZLdMFJ
— 🇻🇨Mr Lawrence🇬🇧🇬🇩🌸 (@Mr_Lawrence4) September 12, 2021
This is the first thing i thought of when i saw vin diesel @AstonMartinF1 pic.twitter.com/9zrO1bi9hl
— 🇵🇸 Junaid (@whtislyf) September 12, 2021
Guys. We should've seen this coming.
Who was at the race today? Vin Diesel.
And which team have amazing team spirit, unity and chemistry? McLaren.
Almost like they are…
…a family.#F1 #ItalianGP pic.twitter.com/HkmvaSIcfp
— AJ (@AJCantFail) September 12, 2021
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Lewis Hamilton endured a miserable weekend in Monza
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Although Hamilton and Mercedes showed tremendous pace all weekend, his fortunes took a turn for the worse on Saturday. Despite starting second in sprint qualifying, the Briton fell back to fifth in a matter of seconds. Following Valtteri Bottas‘ penalty, Hamilton started yesterday’s race from fourth.
The defending world champion started yesterday’s race well, moving up to third in the opening lap. However, in Lap 26, he collided with his title rival Max Verstappen. This sent the Dutchman’s car in the air before landing on top of Hamilton’s car.
This meant he failed to finish the race and score points, which could prove costly with just eight races to go this season. He now heads to Sochi five points behind Verstappen in the driver’s championship. Can Hamilton bounce back in the Russian Grand Prix? Or will his Red Bull adversary find a way to extend his lead.
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