FORMULA 1 TOOK TO THE STREETS OF LONDON OVERNIGHT

Formula 1 took to the streets of London for F1 Live London – Photo: LAT

Formula 1 took to the streets of London overnight for a unique new event called F1 Live London.

The event took place in and around London’s Trafalgar Square and saw a variety of modern and historic F1 cars take to the streets, preforming demonstration runs in the lead up to this weekends British Grand Prix.

It was a two part event, kicking off earlier in the day with the F1 Schools and Innovation Showcase to encourage the next generation who may want to work in the sport, showcasing the careers available in Formula 1.

The the stars and cars made their appearance putting on a show for the large crowd that had lined the streets.

Here’s a selection of the highlights from the event.

2016 F1 Champion Nico Rosberg talks to the crowd – Photo: LAT

Daniel Ricciardo doing a burnout for the crowd – Photo: LAT

Jenson Button gives Naomi Campbell a ride in a 2 seater – Photo: LAT

Sebastian Vettel waving to the crowd – Photo: LAT

Jolyon Palmer demonstrates the Renault RS01 – Photo: LAT

Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen on stage – Photo: LAT

Stoffel Vandoorne with the 1991 McLaren MP4/6 – Photo: LAT

Sebastian Vettel smoking up the Ferrari SF70H – Photo: LAT

Valtteri Bottas waves to the crowd – Photo: LAT

The F1 Schools and Innovation Showcase

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