Brad Pitt Shocked by His First F1 Ride

Critics are hailing "F1" as the summer's big hit, and although our team has mixed feelings regarding its mix of bravery and authenticity, it's hard to argue that an older Brad Pitt still delivers a captivating portrayal as race car driver Sonny Hayes. A significant portion of the Hollywood hype has centered around the actual driving techniques that Pitt and his co-star, Damson Idris, underwent for their roles.

Now, due to a backstage video Currently, because of a behind-the-scenes clip Thanks to an exclusive inside look Owing to a documentary-style footage Because of a glimpse into the making process Due to a revealing video from within the production As a result of a sneak peek at the set In light of a filmed tour of the studio With the help of a crew access recording Through the lens of a filming session preview uploaded on the Formula 1 YouTube channel We can observe Brad Pitt becoming more at ease driving an F1 car, aided by McLaren Racing and Lando Norris. However, prior to releasing the 61-year-old actor into their $20 million vehicle, Pitt had some training sessions with Norris at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas, in a McLaren 750s.

Norris highlights the necessary brake zones and turning points while drifting in McLaren’s top-tier supercar, yet the true thrill begins when Pitt enters the McLaren F1 vehicle and takes a couple of unremarkable laps at COTA. Following an explanation of the steering wheel controls, pit regulations, and techniques to maintain control during spins, Pitt is allowed to drive the 3.42-mile circuit, though not without first receiving a cautionary message from McLaren team boss Zak Brown.

Hurry up, stay secure, be cautious, and avoid crashing the vehicle," Brown tells Pitt in a video message. "They’re costly, so drive carefully.

I believe he'll settle down quickly and show some promise," Norris expressed with confidence prior to Pitt's initial game. "Afterward, it's about finding stability and building upon that. Honestly, it still amazes me, even after all these years.

It's expected that Pitt's initial laps are sluggish. Extremely so, as seen in videos where he moves slowly around the track like driving on a highway, yet we can't truly fault him for it. Actually, scenes showing him with his eyes shut, operating the vehicle without proper control, and making an urgent request to a team engineer regarding the car's turning circle suggest that Even Brad Pitt feels anxious Even Brad Pitt experiences nerves Brad Pitt also feels apprehensive Brad Pitt isn't immune to anxiety Brad Pitt can get uneasy too Brad Pitt sometimes feels worried Brad Pitt has moments of tension Brad Pitt is not always calm Brad Pitt occasionally feels stressed Brad Pitt can be unsettled at times That offers a bit of comfort for ordinary people, but Pitt manages to make amends near the conclusion of the video.

I understand. Larger courage for turns two, three, and four. I realized right away," Pitt says with humor after his initial laps. "I can rely on it much more now. I thought, 'Wow, really?'... I need greater bravery.

After watching a video recap of his initial laps, Pitt is called back onto the track for another attempt. On subsequent laps, Pitt pushes further into the accelerator and applies more braking pressure, although specific lap times remain undisclosed. Regardless, the rare opportunity to drive an authentic F1 vehicle at COTA wasn’t missed by Pitt, a person known for having experienced nearly every elite activity available.

I'm not aware of anything else I've done that requires me to be this fully engaged," Pitt reflected. "It's such an intense experience. I still have to return to reality and absorb everything. I can't believe it.

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