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F1 News: Mercedes Shares Heart-Warming Japanese GP Fan Moment

Mercedes has shared a heart-warming moment between two fans at the Japanese Grand Prix.

Lydia Mee

F1 News: Mercedes Shares Heart-Warming Japanese GP Fan Moment
F1 News: Mercedes Shares Heart-Warming Japanese GP Fan Moment /

The Mercedes F1 team has shared a heart-warming moment between two fans at the Japanese Grand Prix weekend as the pair got engaged in the Brackley-based squad's garage. 

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Fans have been going wild for the lovely moment which the team shared to social media platform X, with the caption:

"Not one but two surprises, all in one day. Congratulations."

The video shows a man proposing to his now-fiancee in front of Mercedes who can be seen working on one of the W14s in the garage behind them. Adding to the couple's excitement, Mercedes then gifted them with VIP passes.

Mercedes - Lewis Hamilton

Fans began to share their well-wishes for the couple, here are just some of the messages.

"Content that tugs at the heart strings in a good way. Thanks Admin"

"This is so beautiful, great gesture Mercedes team"

"This is so lovely. I love Love. Congrats to them and well done to the team"

"Awww! And you guys made their day extra special! Congrats to the couple"

The first two practice sessions of the Japanese Grand Prix weekend took place this morning with Lewis Hamilton putting in the 16th and 14th fastest times in FP1 and FP2, respectively. George Russell on the other hand went 13th and 5th fastest in FP1 and FP2, respectively.

The team will have the third and final practice session tomorrow followed by Qualifying in the afternoon ahead of the Grand Prix at the iconic Suzuka circuit on Sunday.

Mercedes - Lewis Hamilton
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Lydia Mee
LYDIA MEE

Lydia is the lead editor of F1 editorial. After following the sport for several years, she was finally able to attend the British Grand Prix in person in 2017. Since then, she's been addicted to not only the racing, but the atmosphere the fans bring to each event. She's a strong advocate for women in motorsport and a more diverse industry. 

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