By Malak Khaled

Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix 2024 has been a blur of speed that kept everyone glued to the edge of their seats. The event took place in the Lusail International Circuit, starting November 29. It ended on December 1 with a crushing win for Max Verstappen. While the Formula 1 drivers kept our heads spinning in the races, some celebrities and leaders stole the spotlight.

The Queen of Stage: Myriam Fares

The Lebanese star, Myriam Fares, lit up the Formula 1 stage on the first day of the Grand Prix. Her electrifying music and iconic moves made for a perfect start to a thrilling weekend. 

Royalty at Qatar’s Formula 1

Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of Qatar, and Rwanda’s President, Paul Kagame, were spotted keeping up with the races at F1 2024.

Gossip Girl Meets Formula 1

Ed Westwick, our favorite Gossip Girl star, left the Chuck Bass Empire and caught a flight to Qatar for an immersive experience with his wife, the British actress Amy Jackson.

Deadpan Comedy at Qatar Grand Prix

The TikTok comedian Khabane Lame is a master at wordless clapback. His face says it all when it comes to ridiculous life hacks. Khabane Lame was invited to Formula 1 for a Qatar Airways campaign.

Novak Djokovic Heads for the Fast Lanes

Novak Djokovic, the Olympic gold medalist and pro tennis star, catches a break from tennis for an exhilarating Formula 1 weekend.

Maroon 5 Takes the Formula 1 Stage 

Maroon 5 hitting the stage made for a true grand finale for F1 2024. They performed on the last day of the Qatar Grand Prix, adding a buzz to a crowd already reeling from the race’s high.

The many notable faces in the crowd left the Formula 1 fans starstruck and added spice to a spectacular weekend. 

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