‘It was chaos’: Marina neighbors survey the damage after SF’s F1 event
The San Francisco Standard • • sports
Key Points:
- The Red Bull Showrun Formula 1 demonstration event in San Francisco drew around 40,000 spectators but resulted in significant property damage and disorder along Marina Blvd., including broken windows, damaged garage doors, and vandalized yards.
- Residents reported chaotic behavior such as public urination, climbing on roofs and fire escapes, and attempts to break into homes, with limited police presence and delayed medical assistance during the event.
- Many attendees resorted to climbing street signs, playground equipment, and building facades for better views due to a lack of elevated viewing platforms, contributing to the disorder.
- Social media reactions were largely critical of the event organization and attendee behavior, with some blaming city officials, including Mayor Daniel Lurie, who participated in
