The pitbox Experience of visiting Red Bull Racing during winter testing
During F1 winter testing in Barcelona, I was fortunate to be invited to visit the pitbox of the Aston Martin Red Bull Racing. During Grand Prix weekends, this is one of the most desirable places to be. And during the season VIP guests and sponsors are invited for this kind of visit. What is this experience like?
When arriving at the track, it's 12 degrees and slightly sunny. I can already hear the sound of the F1 cars 1.6 turbo engines going round the track. The paddock is full of F1 trucks and lot's of temporary hospitality units by all teams. Mercedes has brought not one, but two of these to the track. Shiny black and glass 2 or 3 levels building, including a rooftop bar. Quite impressive. But the most beautiful one, is the Alfa Romeo one, a open and light unit with lots of glass. In between the trucks, some driver cars and motor homes. And obviously a mix of press, paddock visitors, team members and F1 drivers is present.
When arriving at the track, it's 12 degrees and slightly sunny. I can already hear the sound of the F1 cars 1.6 turbo engines going round the track. The paddock is full of F1 trucks and lot's of temporary hospitality units by all teams. Mercedes has brought not one, but two of these to the track. Shiny black and glass 2 or 3 levels building, including a rooftop bar. Quite impressive. But the most beautiful one, is the Alfa Romeo one, a open and light unit with lots of glass. In between the trucks, some driver cars and motor homes. And obviously a mix of press, paddock visitors, team members and F1 drivers is present.