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EXPERIENCE FRENCH CAR RACING PRESS FILE GRAND PRIX DE FRANCE 2019 GPFRANCE.COM #GPFRANCEF1 INTRODUCTION 02 CAR RACING FRENCH EXPERIENCE The Formula 1 Grand Prix de France made its big comeback to TABLE OF CONTENTS the Circuit Paul Ricard du Castellet on 24 June 2018. After a 10-year absence, more than 160,000 spectators took part in this popular event, making it one of the most-attended motor INTRODUCTION .....................................................................................................................................................................p.03 sporting events in Europe. EDITORIAL ..................................................................................................................................................................................p.04 The pursuit of excellence, continuous innovation and never- ending quest for results are the values intrinsic to this Grand Prix and the fundamental building blocks of the Formula 1 DNA. MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC INTEREST GROUP .....................................................................................p.05 With this in mind, the 2019 Formula 1 Grand Prix de France is celebrating its 60th anniversary. 2018 EDITION ..........................................................................................................................................................................p.06 In addition to Formula 1 and the other motor races, there will be INTERVIEWS ............................................................................................................................................................................p.07 original entertainment and activities throughout the weekend. A lot of work has taken place behind the scenes, including the EVENTS ..........................................................................................................................................................................................p.08 implementation of a brand-new comprehensive mobility plan. There is only one goal: to bring you an improved Grand Prix de France experience that is epic, more intense and glamorous. TEAMS AND DRIVERS ....................................................................................................................................................p.11 The 2019 French Formula 1 Grand Prix de France will take place 2019 AGENDA ..........................................................................................................................................................................p.14 from 21 to 23 June. You don’t want to miss this great motorsport event! CIRCUIT PAUL RICARD .................................................................................................................................................p.16 STATISTICS ................................................................................................................................................................................p.18 INNOVATIONS AND REGULATIONS ..................................................................................................................p.21 DID YOU KNOW? ..................................................................................................................................................................p.22 MOBILITY PLAN ....................................................................................................................................................................p.23 GRAND PRIX DE FRANCE 2019 PRIX DE FRANCE GRAND ® PRESS FILE FORMULA 1 PRESS FILE FORMULA 03 MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC INTEREST GROUP A public interest group is behind the return of the Grand Prix de France: a partnership between public and private stakeholders who manage the organisation of this global event. 04 CAR RACING FRENCH EXPERIENCE EDITORIAL Renaud MUSELIER President, Sud Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur Region Hubert FALCO European MP President, Toulon Provence Méditerranée Conurbation Former minister Mayor of Toulon Former minister France returned to the Formula 1 world stage last June after Formula 1 made its big return to France last year and together Marc GIRAUD a ten-year absence. The success of this comeback reminds us we experienced a profoundly emotional moment watching these President, Var Departmental Council of the important role motorsport plays in France, spearheading cars face off again on the historic Circuit Paul Ricard. This year, Christian ESTROSI technological innovation and mobility and contributing to it is with the same high standards and determination that we President, Grand Prix de France – Le Castellet Public economic and social cohesion. Almost 160,000 spectators have worked to make this 60th edition better than ever. Interest Group experienced this great show that spans generations. President, Nice Côte d’Azur Conurbation The Grand Prix de France promises to be a spectacular Mayor of Nice The Grand Prix de France is also economically significant. It performance of athletic ability. The arrival of Pierre Gasly at Red Former minister has helped generate an overall economic impact estimated at Bull Racing, our neighbour Charles Leclerc at Ferrari, and Daniel €78m, €46m of which was direct, and the creation and retention Ricciardo at Renault should lead to impressive battles. We of more than 550 jobs. This exceeded preliminary estimations would love to see the French flag fly on the podium once again and will allow us to develop other projects such as a Training at the Circuit Paul Ricard. Other French drivers will participate and Learning Centre. in the FIA Formula 2 and 3 championships, which are also being Martine VASSAL held this weekend as support races. President, Aix-Marseille-Provence Conurbation Martine VASSAL The Grand Prix de France is also a unique collaboration between President, Bouches du Rhône Departmental Council public and private partners as part of a public interest group. As for the spectator experience, many new features will make It is with thanks to them that the project has come to fruition. an appearance with new entertainment including the creation The project also involves the Sud Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur of a Village Nord between Chicane and Sainte-Beaume, and region, the Toulon-Provence-Méditerranée conurbation, the Var the expansion of the Village Sud. The music festival will also Departmental Council, the Nice Côte d'Azur conurbation, the take place with a line-up of leading national and international Aix-Marseille-Provence conurbation, the Bouches-du-Rhône artists. Finally, particular attention has been paid to mobility Departmental Council, the Var Chamber of Commerce and thanks to Artificial Intelligence being used as an area for Industry, the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Chamber of Commerce improvement. and Industry, and the urban community of Sud Sainte-Baume, This year will be, I’m sure, a great celebration, and I hope you Jacques BIANCHI Baume and Excelis (owner of the Circuit Paul Ricard). will all be able to come to experience an unforgettable 60th President, Var Chamber of Commerce and Industry Roland GOMEZ Formula 1 Grand Prix de France! President, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur Regional The Grand Prix de France is a popular legendary and magical Chamber of Commerce and Industry experience. The organising teams of the GIP Grand Prix de Gilles DUFEIGNEUX France - Le Castellet have worked tirelessly to bring you a Managing Director, Grand Prix de France – Le Castellet number of new experiences for this 60th edition. Public Interest Group The Grand Prix de France is above all a big celebration, and I GRAND PRIX DE FRANCE 2019 PRIX DE FRANCE GRAND look forward to seeing you all there from the 21st to the 23rd ® of June! Christian ESTROSI Ferdinand BERNHARD Stéphane CLAIR President, Grand Prix de France – Le Castellet GIP President, Sud Sainte Baume Urban Community Managing Director, Circuit Paul Ricard Mayor of Sanary PRESS FILE FORMULA 1 PRESS FILE FORMULA 05 INTERVIEWS 2018 EDITION PIERRE GASLY 06 CAR RACING FRENCH EXPERIENCE 1/ My goals for this year My goal for the season with Red Bull is to continue gaining experience. This is my second season in Formula 1, and it’s a great opportunity to work with Red Bull Racing. The goal, of course, is to obtain the best possible results in order to finish on the 74,000 podium as many times as possible. TICKETS SOLD 2/ The goal during the Formula 1 Grand Prix de France To obtain the best possible result. It's a special weekend for me with incredible support from the French public. I hope to be able to give them a great result! 3/ Why come to the Formula 1 Grand Prix de France? 56,500 We need the public! It's always very motivating to see the crowd waving the French flag in the grandstands. It gives me VISITORS FROM OUTSIDE THE REGION a lot of energy and determination. This year the organisers of the Formula 1 Grand Prix de France have created a Pierre Gasly grandstand. Having the public support is going to be great and very exciting on race day! 550 JOBS SUPPORTED €46M ROMAIN GROSJEAN DIRECT ECONOMIC IMPACT 1/ My goals for this year The goal is always to give your best and to be proud of the races and of the way we’re working with the team. The goal also depends on the car: I want to take part in the Formula 1 Grand Prix de France by giving it my all and giving fans what they €78M came to see. 2/ What does it feel like to drive in front of your fans? TOTAL ECONOMIC IMPACT It’s wonderful! I have incredible memories of last year’s Formula 1 Grand Prix de France; I only