Could not subscribe, try again later Invalid EmailWalk-on grid girls will no longer be used before Formula One races, the sport's organisers have announced. In a move which mirrors the Professional Darts Corporation's decision to end the long-established practice of women escorting male players to the stage, F1 will no longer use grid girls from this coming season. "We don't believe the practice is appropriate or relevant to Formula 1 and its fans, old and new, across the world." “The darts walk-on girls are essentially escorting the players to the stage and then getting off. That decision has been made in a changing world by broadcasters.”(Image: LAWRENCE LUSTIG)(Image: PA)(Image: PA)Kelly Brook, who was previously an F1 grid girl, has defended walk-on girls amid accusations of sexism.

Source: Daily Mirror January 31, 2018 13:38 UTC