Donald Trump and McLaren Chief Executive Officer Zak Brown talk in the Pitlane prior to the F1 Grand Prix of Miami at Miami International Autodrome on May 05, 2024 in Miami, Florida.
In a surprise visit, former U.S. President Donald Trump stopped by the McLaren F1 team garage during the 2024 Miami Grand Prix.
The 77-year-old made his way to Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium for Sunday’s F1 race as he took a break from his high-profile hush-money trial in New York.
Trump was seen talking to McLaren CEO Zak Brown and later on met with F1 boss Stefano Domenicali, and FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem. This came amid ongoing legal challenges for the former president.
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Security in the paddocks was also increased due to the former President's surprise attendance.
Photos of the event show Trump being escorted through the venue as he paused to wave at the media and F1 fans.
Steve Witkoff, a Trump supporter, had reportedly planned to hold a fundraiser in one of the suites during the race, but Miami Dolphins CEO Tom Garfinkel, who was also the race organizer, shut down the plan.
No additional information was provided about his activities at the F1 race.
