The sound of camera clicks echoed off the pavement at the Circuit of the Americas’ paddock last October, photographers hoping to snag a shot of the 20 drivers, 10 teams and slew of junior drivers present.
Some sought the perfect angle outside of the garages as team members darted back and forth to their hospitality suites, while others waited for the drivers to emerge onto the patios. Whenever a driver stepped out of the hospitality area, they were swarmed.
Standing on a patio, Carlos Sainz gave a knowing look when asked whether he ever adjusts to the photographers. He says it’s something you get used to over time, but days like this “are just super hectic.” It comes with the territory of being a member of the most storied team in the sport’s history.
