Multisport Olympians Amp Up The Atmosphere At The Formula 1 Las Vegas Strip

United States? Sin City has laid a claim to a new moniker. Las Vegas is no longer just a cushy vacation spot but also a premier Formula 1 racing junction. The city spent millions of dollars to welcome the petrol heads in style. Gymnastic legend Yul Moldauer captured the preparation on his camera earlier this week and initiated the track thrill. On the opening day of the Las Vegas GP, the city unfurled a red carpet for speed enthusiasts of all fields.

From swimming to track and field, Las Vegas attracted the top athletes to the racing circuit. These legendary athletes, the likes of Michael Phelps, Lindsey Vonn, and Usain Bolt, looked quite at home amidst the chaotic energy of the F1 circus. The common factor in all of this was the undeniable love for speed.

Michael Phelps, Lindsey Vonn, and Usain Bolt relish the F1 chaos in Las Vegas

A-listers are ubiquitous in Formula 1 racing, but no one expected to see renowned athletes like Michael Phelps, Lindsey Vonn, and Usain Bolt at one location. Their presence added a whole new level of excitement and showcased the universal appeal of speed among athletes across different disciplines. The fastest man alive from Jamaica was ?unstoppable? as he drove a red car for a ?hot lap?. Usain Bolt was elated to be in the company of speedsters like himself, especially Lweis Hamilton, his favorite. Michael Phelps has a similar legacy in the deep blue turf as Bolt. He, too, could not resist the allure of the Grand Prix and visited the circuit with his wife. Mrs. Nicole Phelps shared a video from the bleachers where she captured the cars zooming past the onlookers at lightning speed.

The adrenaline rush of the Grand Prix also bowled over snow queen Lindsey Vonn. Together, all three of these athletes hold 39 Olympic medals, which each of them has earned through major exploits in their respective sports. To continue their love affair with speed, they decided to attend the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Another Olympian in the bleachers on Saturday was LeBron James, who shared a moment with Esteban Ocon and Charles Leclerc. After Friday?s horror show, their presence was akin to a breath of fresh air for all.

Olympic icons bring renewed energy to Las Vegas Grand Prix

After the torrid start of the Grand Prix on Thursday, the fans were not anticipating any mishaps. However, their hopes were dashed as FP1 was called off a mere eight minutes after the gun went off. The horror show continued till the FP2, when the safety checks around the street circuit severely delayed the race. Moreover, the fans were asked to vacate the grandstands, which resulted in an awkward PR moment for the organizers.

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Following these disasters, the organizers put together a plan for redress. On Thursday night, the whole team stayed back for a mock practice session that started after 8.30 pm. This was away from the fans’ eyesight, but the splendid results were for the sake of the race enthusiasts. To sweeten the deal, the Las Vegas circuit became the site where Olympic icons such as Michael Phelps, Usain Bolt, and Lindsey Vonn congregated. They raised the spirits of the fans to an all-time high and generated an atmosphere of unbridled joy.

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