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Fast cars, sunshine, and celebrities, here is an overview of the exciting race weekend in Miami!

Formula 1’s influence in Miami continues to grow with this year’s Miami Grand Prix garnering international attention and attendance by high profile celebrities. This is the third year of the race with the inaugural prix held in 2022.

As the race got started, Max Verstappen was the heavy favorite (having won both the 2022 and 2023 Miami Grand Prix). Verstappen and Red Bull have been an unstoppable force lately and is the 2021, 2022, and 2023 F1 World Champion.

Verstappen started the race strong but after a crash on lap 29, Norris was able to have a strong launch, overtaking him on strategy using the slower safety car speeds, smartly timed pit stop, and making the most of his tire life to take the lead. Norris’ lead grew to 8 second gap over Verstappen by the finish. This is Norris’ first Grand Prix win and the first win for McLaren in the United States since 2012.

Lando Norris after the win. Photo by F1

The top five finishers are as follows:

Lando Norris (4), McLaren-Mercedes
Max Verstappen (1), Red Bull-Honda RBPT
Charles Leclerc (16), Ferrari
Carlos Sainz (55), Ferrari
Sergio Perez (11), Red Bull-Honda RBPT

Select members received access to exclusive VIP experiences at the Start/Finish Suites, the Boathouse Club at turn 5, and the Turn 18 Grandstands. Suite and Boathouse experiences included a fixed menu with a variety of complimentary cuisine and drinks throughout the race.

Big name celebrities flooded Miami for the race weekend including Tom Brady, LeBron James, Kendall Jenner, Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Donald Trump, Patrick Mahomes, Ed Sheeran, and Rihanna.

Select is proud to have partnered with Formula 1 and we hope our members had a wonderful time at this year’s race.

Already a popular travel destination for many of our members, Montréal, Québec is officially a partner city in SELECT’s new Canadian expansion! We are incredibly excited to announce an exceptional lineup of seven hospitality venues in the heart of The City of Saints.

For years, we’ve seen collections of members from our neighbor up north, coming from metropolises like Montréal, Toronto, Winnipeg, and Vancouver. We’re proud to begin to not only offer these members hospitality benefits in their home country but also offer members across the US and the world such benefits in Montréal, one of Canada’s most charming tourist locales.

Montréal est une belle ville! A cultural melting pot for Art Deco architecture, Roman Catholic sacred sites, and the Québécois-French language, Montréal is one of the most fascinating places you could visit. The city’s French influence has withstood the test of time, dating back to the 1600s when the “coureurs de bois” or “voyageurs” established Canada’s prominent fur trade, making Montréal the nation’s economic hub. Much of Québec’s current ethnic demographic originates from the Acadians, a group of French settlers from the former Acadia colony along Canada’s Atlantic coast, with many of which were eventually deported down south, hence Louisiana’s Cajun and Creole communities. Today, Montréal is a harmony in remaining true to its French traditions while being a remarkable site for buzzing music festivals and a trendy dining scene.

We cannot wait to introduce Québécois culture to members who have never visited Montréal before, especially highlighting the modern and diverse menus of our new partners. Whether you’re in the mood for classic steak frites at Modavie or a captivating array of sashimi at Kyo Bar Japonais, SELECT has got you covered:

Modavie

SELECT Members and their guests receive a complimentary round of house cocktails with purchase of entrées.

Brasserie 701

SELECT Members and their guests receive a complimentary round of house cocktails with purchase of entrées.

NELLi

SELECT Members and their guests receive a complimentary round of house cocktails with purchase of entrées.

Terrasse Place d’Armes

SELECT Members and their guests receive a complimentary round of house cocktails with purchase of entrées.

Kyo Bar Japonais

SELECT Members and their guests receive a complimentary round of house cocktails with purchase of entrées.

Terrasse Nelligan

SELECT Members and their guests receive a complimentary round of house cocktails with purchase of entrées.

Méchant Boeuf

SELECT Members and their guests receive a complimentary round of house cocktails with purchase of entrées.

Members staying in Canada can also enjoy our global hotel, travel and entertainment benefits, preferred pricing on a wide array of local activities and select lifestyle perks with retail brands like Tumi, Maui Jim, and Orrefor’s.

Select is excited to announce our official lineup for Art Week.

Manolis Projects Gallery

Masterworks featuring Hunt Slonem @ Manolis Projects Gallery

An extraordinary VIP evening at the Manolis Projects Gallery, Florida’s largest working studio and fine art gallery. Manolis features unique paintings, sculptures, and collectible limited edition works from over 40 artists from around the world, with a focus on modern masters and contemporary art.

Guests will have the opportunity to mix and mingle with the festive international art collector crowd and discover 5,000 fascinating square feet of outstanding contemporary art.

The evening will feature the works of Hunt Slonem, an assortment of light bites, a sponsored open bar, and complimentary valet. Nov 30th from 6:30 – 9:30 pm.

Select & David Rosen Galleries present Joaquin Avila Artist Spotlight

Hailing from Guantanamo, Cuba, Joaquin Avila is making waves in the art world. His donation of an art piece entitled Alepo to the United Nations auction for Scholas, an organization dedicated to education worldwide for underprivileged youth, went for a considerable sum on auction, for which he was flown to Rome to meet his Holiness Pope Francis at the Vatican. Recently, he teamed up with Domingo Zapata to paint the largest mural in New York City history.

Select Members are invited to join this immersive experience featuring a sponsored bar, live DJ, and the works of Joaquin Avila. Dec 1st from 7 – 10 pm.

Domingo Zapata

Select & David Rosen Galleries present Domingo Zapata & Friends

In the art world, few names garner more praise than Domingo Zapata. Described as “the next Andy Warhol,” Zapata draws from early 20th-century European modernists and daily life as inspiration for his paintings. From selling paintings to George Soros to launching his own line at New York Fashion Week to painting New York City’s largest-ever mural, Zapata is the name on everyone’s lips in the art world. Zapata is based in New York. His work exhibits qualities of graffiti art and an interest in popular culture.

Select Members are invited to join this immersive experience featuring a sponsored bar, live DJ, and the works of Domingo Zapata and his close friends Aldo Comas & Carlos Prieto. Domingo will join us on-site. Dec 2nd from 7 – 10 pm.

Rosa Sky Rooftop

Art Week Closing Party with Skott Marsi @ Rosa Sky

Join members and special invitees at Rosa Sky, a 22nd-floor rooftop, for our closing party for Miami Art Week. The evening will feature sunset views and the works of renowned local muralist Skott Marsi. Skott’s unique style and talent have garnered international acclaim and commissioned projects in Miami, New York, LA, Dubai, and Australia.

Select Members are invited to join this immersive experience featuring a sponsored bar, DJ, and the works of Skott Marsi. Additional drink selections will be available for purchase. Skott will join us on-site. Dec 4th from 4 – 7 pm.

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