The King Emeritus returns to F1: surprise visit to the paddock and jokes with Carlos Sainz. The Emeritus, a great racing fan, did not miss the opportunity to greet old acquaintances such as Pedro de la Rosa or Marc Gené.
The arrival of the King aboard a golf cart caused the usual stir in the already lively atmosphere of F1. His presence caught Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sianz Jr, who had just closed the last free practice sessions in Sakhir with a double.