Milton Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 http://www.autoblog....tack-in-brazil/ Here's what we know. Reigning Formula One world champion Jenson Button has survived an armed attack on the vehicle in which he, his father, trainer and manager were being transported back to their hotel in Sao Paulo, Brazil after Saturday's qualifying session for the Brazilian Grand Prix. Button was fortunately riding in an armored vehicle provided by his team, Vodafone McLaren Mercedes, that was piloted by a police driver trained in avoidance techniques. According to Button himself, the attack occurred while his vehicle was moving slowly past a shanty town in Sao Paulo. Six armed attackers, reportedly brandishing machine guns, attacked the vehicle, though Button doesn't mention whether shots were fired or his vehicle was hit. He has, however, praised his driver, who he says "bounced off about five cars" while ferrying the party from harm's way. That's quite a compliment coming from the reigning world champion. Vodafone McLaren Mercedes also provided Button's teammate Lewis Hamilton with an armored vehicle and trained police driver. The precautions were reportedly taken on account of the high number of gun crimes in Sau Paulo. We're not sure if that's standard procedure for all F1 teams visiting Brazil this weekend, but we bet it will be in the future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Don't Surf Posted November 7, 2010 Share Posted November 7, 2010 I used to know quite a few people from Sao Paulo. They'd nearly all been robbed at some point. One guy had had his car stolen at traffic lights. So, I'd guess none of the locals are too suprised Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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