Just a few days ago, Stefano Domenicali mentioned how the Dutch GP has provided a breath of fresh air to the vision of Formula 1. The home grand prix of Max Verstappen has become an instant hit amongst the stakeholders and the fans. The Dutchman has won both the races that have been held here since its return. However, controversy surrounds the 2023 edition at Zandvoort.
Local Disruption by Taxi Drivers
Zandvoort will host 100,000 spectators each day. This will put a tremendous strain on local roads and public transport. Such a key element for the Dutch GP now has a controversy brewing.
Reports suggest that a lot of taxi drivers in the region haven’t got a special permit for the event. Without that permit, they won’t be allowed to access the area around the Dutch GP. All of these drivers have parking permits in the area, which means they are eligible for that special permit.
The tussle has grown further after news emerged that taxi drivers from outside Zandvoort have been given these permits. They will cause the disruption most probably on Saturday or Sunday. The Dutch GP organizers, local authorities, and Stefano Domenicali will do well to resolve this issue before then.
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Climate Change Protestors
In recent years, climate change activists have defiled a lot of public places and events. These are a worldwide group of people who are trying to bring attention to the climate change crisis. The Dutch GP may become the second Formula 1 event in 2 years to feature these protestors.
At Silverstone in 2022, these protestors lined up on the track during the opening lap of the Grand Prix. However, none of that even made it to Live TV because of the horror crash involving Zhou Guanyu. Stewards stopped the race before the drivers reached the protestors. The Dutch GP might not be so lucky.
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Protesting the Dutch GP in 2023 may not be the best way to win local fans over. Max Verstappen is on the cusp of a record-equaling 9th win in a row. If these protestors mess it up for the Dutchman, the local crowd will have something to say about it.
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