Over the past weekend, the city of Miami was a spectacle of wealth and glamor as billionaires, celebrities and sports stars flocked to the annual Formula 1 Grand Prix. Major beach parties, featuring performances from artists such as Ed Sheeran, were organized with the aim of boosting the sport’s popularity in the U.S. Elon Musk and Ken Griffin were seen sipping red wine at Carbone Beach while Steve Ross was seen posing for the camera with Nelson Peltz and David Solomon.
Unveiling the Miami Grand Prix
The Miami Grand Prix made its debut in 2022 and has since become a hotspot for the rich and famous. This year’s event saw the likes of Kendall Jenner, Camila Cabello, Travis Kelce, and Lindsay Vonn partying in Miami, making the city a magnet for influencers and billionaires alike. The contest itself was a surprise as Lando Norris emerged victorious amidst the glitz and glamor.
Extravagance Off the Track
However, the surprises were not limited to the track. At the Hard Rock beach club, a basket of carne asada nachos was priced at a staggering $180. Lobster Rolls were being sold for $280 and adding an ounce of caviar required an additional $400. This extravagance extended to the Hard Rock bash that spanned three days, with tickets costing over $1,700. A bottle of Tito’s vodka, which usually retails for about $30, was priced at $560. A spokesperson for Hard Rock defended these prices, stating that they reflected full-table pricing catering to groups of six to eight people.
Party at Carbone Beach
On Saturday, Carbone Beach hosted a party complete with a 2,500-pound ice sculpture and Carbone’s spicy rigatoni vodka and veal parmesan. The event was graced by rapper Pitbull and attended by business titans like Elon Musk and Ken Griffin, sports stars Patrick Mahomes and LeBron James, and rapper will.i.am.
Key Points
- The Miami Grand Prix debuted in 2022 and has since become a hub for celebrities and billionaires.
- The event saw a surprise victory for Lando Norris.
- Extravagant prices were seen off the track, with a basket of nachos costing $180.
- A party at Carbone Beach featured a 2,500-pound ice sculpture, spicy rigatoni vodka, and veal parmesan.
As the Miami Grand Prix continues to grow, it’s clear that it’s not only about the race but also the extravagant lifestyle that accompanies it. This annual fixture has indeed become a platform for the rich and famous to flaunt their wealth and for the city of Miami to shine in the international spotlight.
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