F1 star family member and Ricciardo pal makes Brundle 'legend' claim

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F1 star family member and Ricciardo pal makes Brundle 'legend' claim

He wants to meet the broadcasting legend

Originally written by Sam Cook. This version is a translation.

Tuesday 6 February 2024 22:57

Three-times X Games gold medallist Scotty James has admitted he would love for 'legend' Martin Brundle to interview him one day.

The Australian is a big fan of Formula 1 and shares a close friendship with his fellow countryman and Visa Cash App RB driver Daniel Ricciardo.

In addition to this, James is also married to Chloe Stroll, the sister of Canadian Aston Martin driver Lance Stroll, making team owner Lawrence Stroll James' father-in-law.

Brundle is a broadcasting stalwart in the world of F1, having worked with various different companies for over 25 years.

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His famous grid walks have become a fixture of F1 coverage, with his witty charm and awkward interviews gripping fans around the world ahead of races.

Martin Brundle's grid walks have become a fixture of F1 coverage

Scotty James is a good friend of Australian F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo

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"I was thinking about it myself where they're on the grid, they've got thousands of people walking around looking at them and as they're preparing to start a race they're getting interviewed.

"If I was in their shoes that would be pretty tough, managing that and putting your head on and getting in there and doing what you have to do."

Despite this, James also revealed that he'd love to be interviewed by Brundle, stating that the Brit is a "legend".

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