Lucien Laviscount takes to the track at the Formula E World Championship in Diriyah
Lucien Laviscount attended the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia on Friday.
The 30-year-old Emily in Paris actor looked stylish in a cream-colored ensemble and even showed off his chops as he hit the runway.
Lucien cut a sleek figure in a leather jacket that he teamed with matching trousers, detailed with alabaster patches.
Smooth: Lucien Laviscount, 30, attended the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia on Friday
He layered the jacket over a simple white T-shirt, showing off a glimpse of his hairy chest, and completed the look with a dangling chain necklace.
Slipping his feet into chunky, color-coordinated boots, Lucien sported a designer beard and sported his raven locks in a wet style.
To kick off the weekend, thousands of fans watched as 22 of the world’s fastest, lightest, most powerful and most efficient electric race cars – the GEN3 – go head-to-head.
Smart: The Emily in Paris actor looked chic in a cream-colored ensemble
Style: Lucien cut a sleek figure in a leather jacket that he teamed with matching pants, complete with alabaster patch details.
Racer: Lucien even had the chance to take to the track himself
Car lover: took the opportunity to take a look at millionaire engines
Speaking about the event, Lucien commented: ‘I’m a huge fan of motorsports and anything to do with cars. Seeing the new GEN3 race car on the track for the first time was crazy. It looks like a fighter plane on wheels and sounds like it’s from a sci-fi movie.
He added: ‘Formula E is leading the world in electric car innovation. I’m in the queue for an electric vehicle and this has really given me a treat.’
As well as enjoying some incredible action on the track, Lucien will also enjoy electric performances from world-renowned artists, including John Legend, French Montana, who will perform post-race concerts throughout the weekend.
Clever: She layered the jacket over a simple white T-shirt, showing a glimpse of her hairy chest, and finished the look with a dangling chain necklace.
Playful: Lucien tested some of the practice cars before racing around the track
Hunk: Sliding his feet into chunky color-matched boots Lucien sported a designer beard and raven locks in a wet-look style
Welcome – The Diriyah Street Circuit, on the outskirts of the Saudi capital Riyadh, is a comprehensive street circuit that winds its way around the walls of the historic city in the UNESCO World Heritage site.
The Diriyah Street Circuit, on the outskirts of the Saudi capital Riyadh, is a complete street circuit that winds its way around the walls of the historic city in the UNESCO World Heritage site.
The circuit will once again be illuminated by the latest energy-saving LED technology throughout the circuit. These reduce power consumption by up to 50 percent compared to non-LED units, and will be powered by sustainably sourced biofuel generators.
It was recently revealed that Lucien caught the eye of James Bond boss Barbara Broccoli and is being lined up to become the new 007 to replace Daniel Craig.
Model credentials: Lucien posed with his helmet on in one of the expensive electric cars
Confidence: He exuded confidence in front of the camera.
Winner! He watched the race from the pits with the crew.
The Burnley-born actor caught the eye of film franchise bosses for his role in Emily In Paris.
Lucien, whose first role was as a child model for Marks & Spencer when he was ten, is also considered the perfect age to play Bond.
According to Mail On Sunday, Broccoli has made it clear that he wants the next actor to play the character for 15 years, which rules out former favorite Idris Elba, who turned 50 in September.
Potential Role: It was recently revealed that Lucien caught the eye of James Bond boss Barbara Broccoli and is being lined up to become the new 007 to replace Daniel Craig.
It is also believed that Broccoli and his team are interested in having a star from an ethnic minority to play 007 so that the franchise reflects modern society.
However, some executives fear that Laviscount’s appearance on Celebrity Big Brother, when he finished fifth, will dampen his chances of getting the job because previous Bonds have been more intellectual.
A source said: ‘Lucien ticks all the boxes. He is a super talented actor, he is extremely handsome and in the last 18 months he has gained a lot of new fans since he joined Emily In Paris.
Chinwag: Lucien (right) meets fellow British presenter Vernon Kay (left)
Congratulations: The actor (right) congratulated Jaguar driver Mitch Evans (left)
“Bond bosses are already saying how you can see him in the 007 tuxedo, how smart and role-appropriate he will look.
‘But, there is a sticking point, and that is Big Brother. Lucien appeared on the show at a time when his acting career was not as high-profile as it is now, but he was very popular at the time and now he has a fan base that spans generations. That is a dream for Barbara, who is very much in love with him.
Watch the action live from the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship on Channel 4 Sport’s YouTube page and catch up on all the racing via All4
Spped racer: Watch the action live from the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship on Channel 4 Sport’s YouTube page and catch up on all the races via All4