F1 drivers demand more privacy, limiting media engagements

Formula One racing used to be a glamorous lifestyle filled with cash, supermodels, and private jets. However, the reality has changed for drivers. Now, they spend a lot of time doing interviews instead of just driving. Top drivers like Max Verstappen and Fernando Alonso are often in front of cameras, answering questions and dealing with social media influencers. This can be really exhausting. Unlike footballers, who have a short amount of media time after matches, F1 drivers face constant questions before and after races. Some drivers have begun to express their frustrations. Recently, Alonso said he would answer politely but would not share much. Verstappen also gave brief responses to reporters, showing a shift in attitude. Moreover, this change has affected the popular Netflix series "Drive to Survive." In earlier seasons, there were many heated moments, but now drivers seem more guarded and less entertaining. In other news, the motorsport community mourns the loss of Eddie Jordan, a notable figure in racing, who passed away at the age of 76. His wife described him as someone who "lit up a room," capturing his vibrant personality. Overall, the world of Formula One is evolving, with drivers now balancing racing with a heavy burden of media commitments.