Chapter 704: Chapter 282: The Number One Figure in Paddock Politics

"Brother Bei doesn’t hold back against these Koreans at all."

Ah Yong, who was in the repair station, couldn’t help but remark upon seeing this scene.

Chen Xiangbei’s personality is such that he is kind to those who are courteous; if treated with respect, he’d certainly respond politely.

If the other party plans to act arrogant, Chen Xiangbei doesn’t care about his athlete image or international impact.

He’ll retaliate decisively when needed!

"Has Chen Xiangbei always been like this abroad?"

Huali Engineer Cheng Jian heard Ah Yong’s murmur and instinctively asked in return.

Honestly, this scene really opened his eyes.

Although Chen Xiangbei had an exclusive interview with CCTV and is already widely known in the domestic car circle,

seeing is believing; Chen Xiangbei’s tough stance completely overturned Cheng Jian’s understanding of Chinese athletes.

Or in other words, not just Chinese athletes, but few in the global car arena dare to give the audience the middle finger!

"No, Brother Bei used to ignore previous sarcasm and insults."

"Today, these Koreans’ insults were just too vile."

Ah Yong shook his head; Chen Xiangbei’s career included racing on various tracks across different continents and countries.

In the past, not to mention using middle fingers for retaliation, even verbally, he never targeted the audience, often making arrogant statements to attract attention and stir up popularity and recognition.

Clearly, Chen Xiangbei was enraged today, and the word "Shopkeeper" played a significant role, akin to standard racial discriminatory terms like "poor Qin Opera" from later generations.

Street brawls in Itaewon, where nobody knows anyone and nobody shows leniency, can be understood.

Friday practice races are public events, so such remarks shouldn’t occur!

Sure enough, after Ah Yong finished speaking, Chen Xiangbei’s voice came through the team’s radio.

"Briatore, I need you to file a complaint with the FIA, accusing the Korea Auto Federation of failing to control racial discrimination remarks and the unsportsmanlike behavior of Korean spectators live."

"Also find as many media outlets as possible to publicize the on-scene comments earlier. I saw Hank from Sky Sports upon arrival; contact him for featuring in F1 global live broadcast to condemn Korea Auto Federation and the spectators’ behavior."

"Remember, act swiftly!"

Those with courage but no strategy can only be reckless men.

Chen Xiangbei clearly understands the importance of seizing the high ground in public opinion, especially when he has the upper hand.

Besides individual country authorizations, F1’s global broadcasts are mainly handled by the UK’s Sky Sports. Previously, this snobbish Hank set many traps for Chen Xiangbei, but also gave him quite a bit of exposure, making their relationship mutually beneficial.

But this win-win situation is based on Chen Xiangbei’s ability to turn the tide; otherwise, he’d purely be Hank’s fodder for hype.

Having benefited, he believes Hank wouldn’t mind helping with this small favor.

"GOOD!"

"Bei, I’ve always said you’re excellent at political maneuvering in the paddock, and indeed you are!"

Briatore’s tone was extremely excited; he finally confirmed his inner suspicion, knowing this Chinese Kid was not a reckless brute, but was smart and agile.

Nobody likes dealing with fools, especially rogue types like Briatore who value profit above all.

Earlier, he worried that Chen Xiangbei might become impulsive, later making irrational remarks or actions, which would negate his justified stance, resulting in penalties far beyond simple fines. 𝘧𝓇ℯ𝑒𝓌𝑒𝑏𝓃𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭.𝒸ℴ𝓂

Thankfully, Chen Xiangbei not only understands racing but also public opinion and politics!

"Rest assured, let me handle this, and ensure no insulting terms ever arise in the paddock again."

Briatore replied confidently.

The FIA lifetime ban from entering the paddock kitchen he could overturn, let alone this small matter?

The crux of Chen Xiangbei’s predicament actually stemmed from Briatore’s womanizing incidents in his bar.

This Chinese Kid embodies loyalty, which Briatore greatly appreciates!

While Chen Xiangbei conducted the practice race on the track, Briatore found Hank outside the track to bring the issue to the media’s attention, emphasizing the Korean spectators’ insulting remarks, jointly pressuring the FIA committee.

Forcing the Korea Auto Federation to officially apologize while the paddock broadcast reminded the spectators if anyone repeatedly violated rules, they would be expelled from the paddock!

Racial discrimination is always a red line for international events, also globally an absolute political correctness.

Whether Chen Xiangbei retaliated can’t be proven by anyone;

while the spectators’ insults were captured on Sky Sports cameras.

Initially, Korean spectators were indignant over Chen Xiangbei’s "daring" retaliation and confrontation. Still, by the end of the first practice session, they heard Korea Auto Federation’s public statement through broadcast and the apology to Chen Xiangbei.

Moreover, the broadcast sternly reiterated the event rules and disciplines, warning that violating spectators would be expelled from the paddock, like being expelled from basketball or football matches!

Upon hearing this broadcast, the Korean spectators were dumbfounded.

Evidently, Chen Xiangbei insulted the Koreans and blatantly gestured with a middle finger, yet faced no consequences?

Theoretically, Chen Xiangbei did violate FIA rules, but couldn’t withstand Sky Sports’ "foreign patron" inquiry, forcing Korea Auto Federation to silent consent under international scrutiny.