From rockstar legends to sports stars

The rich and famous are expected to descend on Abu Dhabi this weekend for the F1 championship. Here’s a run down of the famous faces to watch out for at the racing event.

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Sam Smith

 

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Making a pitstop (sorry) on his world tour, Sam Smith will take to the stage of the du Arena on Saturday night to play songs from his new album The Thrill Of It All.

The Weeknd

 

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The Weeknd will be in town, playing at the post race du Arena show. Meanwhile it’s still uncertain whether the singer’s girlfriend Bella Hadid will be accompanying him on the trip.

Lewis Hamilton

 

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The racing driver was last in the UAE this September, enjoying a holiday with Nicki Minaj. This trip is expected to be strictly business however – Nicki is in New York City this weekend performing at US Thanksgiving event.

Guns N’ Roses

Rock legends Guns N’ Roses will return to the UAE this weekend to play at the du Arena, Yas Island. The band will play the famous closing gig for the F1 event, and will include the original line up, with front man Axl Rose, guitarist Slash and bassist Duff McKagan all in town.

 

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Craig David

If you’ve got tickets for a yacht this weekend keep your eyes out for British crooner Craig David. The singer will be performing onboard a multi-million dollar yacht docked tracked side over the weekend. Watch out for him at the F1 Trackside Yacht Party.

 

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Post Malone

The hip hop star will be playing on the opening night of the F1 weekend. Watch out for him on stage at the Du Arena, or watching the race trackside over the weekend.

 

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