‘I’m in charge round here’ – F1 reporter Martin Brundle brushes off security to get to Mbappe for live TV interview
MARTIN BRUNDLE brushed off security to get to Kylian Mbappe before Sunday’s Monaco Grand Prix.
The F1 reporter did not hold back as he aimed to secure a live TV interview with the Frenchman for Sky Sports.
During his customary pre-race grid walk, Brundle spotted Mbappe at the Circuit de Monaco.
However, a member of security attempted to stop him as he approached the Paris Saint-Germain forward.
Brundle responded by quipping: “It’s alright mate I’m in charge round here.”
He then manoeuvred his way to Mbappe and asked if he was happy to talk.
Once the France international agreed, Brundle asked: “Kylian, I think you’re fast enough to beat these cars down to the first corner.”
Mbappe laughed before replying: “No, no, I’m not faster than the cars. I just want to be here like a fan and enjoy the moment.”
Fan favourite Brundle then added: “Well I’ll let you get on and enjoy the moment. Thanks for talking to us.”
His star-studded grid walk also included chats with Chelsea’s Ben Chilwell, Oscar winner Michael Douglas and the Jonas Brothers.
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There was still time for more drama too as Brundle interrupted an interview with Virgil van Dijk.
The Liverpool star was chatting to another broadcaster as Brundle barged in for a quick word ahead of the race.
Once the grand prix did get underway, though, the dramatic scenes continued following a first-lap crash.
The early collision involved three cars as Sergio Perez’s Ferrari was torn in half, resulting in his retirement from the race and a red flag.