F1 star Lewis Hamilton raises right fist in fight against racism after winning Styrian GP
4 years, 8 months ago

F1 star Lewis Hamilton raises right fist in fight against racism after winning Styrian GP

India TV News  

F1 star Lewis Hamilton raises right fist in fight against racism after winning Styrian GP It's 52 years since American sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos introduced that powerfully defiant gesture to a worldwide TV audience when standing on the podium during their medal ceremony at the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City. It's 52 years since American sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos introduced that powerfully defiant gesture to a worldwide TV audience when standing on the podium during their medal ceremony at the 1968 Olympics in Mexico City. On Sunday Hamilton and the other 19 F1 drivers wore black T-shirts with “End Racism” on them, as they had done at last weekend's season-opening Austrian GP. “Some people were asking ‘How long do we have to continue to do this?’ Some felt like one was enough last week, and I just had to them that racism is going to be here for probably longer than our time here,” Hamilton said after winning his 85th F1 race.

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Lewis Hamilton's legendary farewell: 12 seasons of F1 dominance with Mercedes
3 months, 1 week ago

Lewis Hamilton's legendary farewell: 12 seasons of F1 dominance with Mercedes

Live Mint  

The most feared message over the radio during a Formula 1 race for a decade, those words rang out one last time on 8 December 2024. After 246 Grand Prix races spread across 12 seasons, notching up a record 84 victories and a record six Driver’s Championships, the season-ending Abu Dhabi GP marked the end of the most iconic partnership …

Lewis Hamilton ensures onlookers see red as flamboyant Formula One ace walks the paddock in a vibrant flared co-ord during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Lewis Hamilton ensures onlookers see red as flamboyant Formula One ace walks the paddock in a vibrant flared co-ord during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Daily Mail  

Lewis Hamilton showcased his quirky fashion sense once again as he stepped out in a bright red coord ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on Friday. The Mercedes F1 racer, 39, commanded attention as he stepped into the Paddock wearing a long buttoned red shirt featuring two large pockets on the chest. Lewis …

Hamilton says ‘racial element’ to FIA president’s comments on drivers swearing during F1 races
6 months, 1 week ago

Hamilton says ‘racial element’ to FIA president’s comments on drivers swearing during F1 races

Associated Press  

SINGAPORE — Lewis Hamilton said Thursday there was a “racial element” to FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s recent comments regarding drivers swearing during Formula 1 races. In an interview with motorsport.com, Ben Sulayem said “we have to differentiate between our sport — motorsport — and rap music” when referring to drivers having a responsibility to stop swearing on the radio. …

Lewis Hamilton calls out FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem for 'racial element' to his slur against drivers who swear excessively over team radios
6 months, 1 week ago

Lewis Hamilton calls out FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem for 'racial element' to his slur against drivers who swear excessively over team radios

Daily Mail  

Lewis Hamilton has accused F1 ruler Mohammed Ben Sulayem of introducing a ‘racist element’ after he told drivers not to behave like rappers. ‘It’s the wrong choice of words, and there is a racial element there.’ Lewis Hamilton accused FIA chief Mohammed Ben Sulayem of a introducing a 'racial element' in clampdown on swearing over team radios Ben Sulayem said …

Lewis Hamilton calls out FIA boss for ‘racial element’ over comments on swearing and rappers
6 months, 1 week ago

Lewis Hamilton calls out FIA boss for ‘racial element’ over comments on swearing and rappers

The Independent  

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Willy T Ribbs interview: F1 icon on overcoming racism in motorsport and Lewis Hamilton being ‘Formula 1’s Tiger Woods’
1 year, 5 months ago

Willy T Ribbs interview: F1 icon on overcoming racism in motorsport and Lewis Hamilton being ‘Formula 1’s Tiger Woods’

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Advising black racing driver Willy T Ribbs, the people’s …

Lewis Hamilton and Formula 1 stars warned time and place for free speech
2 years, 1 month ago

Lewis Hamilton and Formula 1 stars warned time and place for free speech

Firstpost  

The FIA said drivers will be able to “express their opinions on any political, religious or personal question” in “their own space and outside the framework of competition” Lewis Hamilton and his fellow F1 drivers were told on Friday they can still speak out on controversial issues — as long as they choose the right time and place. Ruling body, …

F1 Legend Lewis Hamilton makes tear-jerking revelations; recalls being racially abused, bullied
2 years, 2 months ago

F1 Legend Lewis Hamilton makes tear-jerking revelations; recalls being racially abused, bullied

India TV News  

In heartbreaking revelations, Formula One legend Lewis Hamilton said that he went through racial abuse and bullying at school when he was just six years of age. I think at the time, that particular school, I was probably one of three kids of colour and just bigger, stronger, bullying kids were throwing me around a lot of the time.” Born …

FIA boss urges Lewis Hamilton to focus on driving instead of protests in races
2 years, 2 months ago

FIA boss urges Lewis Hamilton to focus on driving instead of protests in races

The Hindu  

Mohammed ben Sulayem, the president of FIA, has urged Lewis Hamilton to focus on driving instead of protesting a new rule change. Sulayem warned that the drivers will “divert from the sport” if they use weekend races to propagate their personal agendas. Hamilton has been repeatedly drawing the wrath of the FIA president for his campaigns on the weekends, pushing …

Lewis Hamilton insists he ‘can’t do it alone’ in F1’s fight against discrimination
2 years, 8 months ago

Lewis Hamilton insists he ‘can’t do it alone’ in F1’s fight against discrimination

The Independent  

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Formula One: Nelson Piquet apologises for racist slur towards Lewis Hamilton
2 years, 8 months ago

Formula One: Nelson Piquet apologises for racist slur towards Lewis Hamilton

Firstpost  

Three-time Formula One world champion Nelson Piquet on Wednesday apologised “wholeheartedly” to Lewis Hamilton after using a racially offensive term to describe the Mercedes star. Paris: Three-time Formula One world champion Nelson Piquet on Wednesday apologised “wholeheartedly” to Lewis Hamilton after using a racially offensive term to describe the Mercedes star. Hamilton said the “time has come for action” following …

F1 condemns racism after Piquet's reported slur at Hamilton
2 years, 8 months ago

F1 condemns racism after Piquet's reported slur at Hamilton

The Hindu  

Formula One condemned racist language after a slur reportedly directed at Lewis Hamilton by retired champion Nelson Piquet. “His tireless efforts to increase diversity and inclusion are a lesson to many and something we are committed to at F1.” Hamilton is the only Black driver in F1. “We express our solidarity with @LewisHamilton and fully support his commitment to equality, …

Formula One star Lewis Hamilton blasts piercings crackdown
2 years, 10 months ago

Formula One star Lewis Hamilton blasts piercings crackdown

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton protested the FIA’s crackdown on body piercings Friday by showing up at the Miami Grand Prix wearing every piece of jewelry he could fit on his body and suggesting he was willing to sit out races over the issue. To some degrees, there is personal freedom and we are old …

Formula One bosses scrap knee-taking ritual before races
3 years, 1 month ago

Formula One bosses scrap knee-taking ritual before races

Firstpost  

Britain’s Lewis Hamilton and other drivers have knelt ahead of every race for the past two seasons in a show of solidarity against racism. Formula 1 boss Stefano Domenicali says drivers will no longer be given the formal opportunity to take a knee before races, stressing that it is now time for “action” to increase diversity in motorsport. “We needed …

Shirtless Lewis Hamilton reclines in the sunshine alongside his beloved bulldog Roscoe
3 years, 8 months ago

Shirtless Lewis Hamilton reclines in the sunshine alongside his beloved bulldog Roscoe

Daily Mail  

Shirtless Lewis Hamilton posed up a storm with his beloved British bulldog, Roscoe, in his latest Instagram snap posted on Sunday. Summer sun: Shirtless Lewis Hamilton posed up a storm with his beloved British bulldog, Roscoe, in his latest Instagram snap posted on Sunday Good vibes: The race car driver was sunbathing topless with his adorable pup as he wished …

Sir Lewis Hamilton says ‘change is still needed’ within F1 as he reaffirms intent to fight for equality
4 years, 1 month ago

Sir Lewis Hamilton says ‘change is still needed’ within F1 as he reaffirms intent to fight for equality

The Independent  

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Lewis Hamilton and other F1 drivers are set to continue taking the knee during 2021
4 years, 1 month ago

Lewis Hamilton and other F1 drivers are set to continue taking the knee during 2021

Daily Mail  

Lewis Hamilton and his fellow drivers look set to be allowed to take the knee again this season after Formula One revealed it will continue to include a moment of reflection ahead of races. Seven-time world champion Hamilton and the majority of the grid knelt in a staged message highlighting the fight against racism before all of last year's grands …

Lewis Hamilton heads off in his $160k Mercedes in LA
4 years, 1 month ago

Lewis Hamilton heads off in his $160k Mercedes in LA

Daily Mail  

He has signed a one-year deal with Mercedes so it comes as little surprise that Lewis Hamilton was seen driving a $160k Mercedes -AMG GT R Coupé on Tuesday. The Formula One champ, 36, was wearing a $220 Essentials tracksuit in khaki for the outing and purple designer high-top trainers. Doing his thing: Lewis Hamilton slipped into a $220 khaki …

Lewis Hamilton reveals racist abuse during F1 star's racing childhood
4 years, 4 months ago

Lewis Hamilton reveals racist abuse during F1 star's racing childhood

Daily Mail  

Lewis Hamilton has detailed the sickening racist abuse he received during his childhood as he strived to reach Formula One stardom. Hamilton made F1 history on Sunday when he equalled the legendary Michael Schumacher's record with a seventh world-title win. Lewis Hamilton has opened up about the racist abuse he suffered during his childhood racing The 35-year-old has said he …

Lewis Hamilton: ‘I have walked this sport alone,’ says F1 champion after record-equaling title win
4 years, 4 months ago

Lewis Hamilton: ‘I have walked this sport alone,’ says F1 champion after record-equaling title win

CNN  

CNN — Lewis Hamilton may be Formula One’s most successful driver but after securing a record-equaling seventh world title on Sunday the Briton said he still had plenty left to achieve – namely making his sport and the world “more diverse and inclusive.” A brilliant drive during a rain-soaked Turkish Grand Prix ensured Hamilton not only won the race – …

FIA moves to rule out repeat of Hamilton's Breonna Taylor T-shirt - F1 News - Sportstar
4 years, 5 months ago

FIA moves to rule out repeat of Hamilton's Breonna Taylor T-shirt - F1 News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Formula One's governing body set out new pre- and post-race rules for driver attire on Sunday in a move that bars world champion Lewis Hamilton from wearing campaigning T-shirts on the podium. The Briton wore a black T-shirt at the Tuscan Grand Prix two weeks ago with the words “Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor” on the front and …

Hamilton expects FIA response to shirt protest
4 years, 6 months ago

Hamilton expects FIA response to shirt protest

The Hindu  

Six-times Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton expects the governing FIA to set out new rules on protest gestures after he wore a T-shirt declaring “Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor”. It's just trying to find common ground of how we can do it together.” The FIA said after Mugello there would be no investigation into Hamilton's actions but …

Hamilton says he will not let up on campaigning for justice - Sportstar - Sports news
4 years, 6 months ago

Hamilton says he will not let up on campaigning for justice - Sportstar - Sports news

The Hindu  

Six-times Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton said he would not let up on using his platform to campaign for racial justice as the sport's governing body confirmed there would be no investigation into his actions at the Tuscan Grand Prix. The Mercedes driver wore a black T-shirt on Sunday declaring “Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor” on the …

F1: Lewis Hamilton Says He Will Not Let up on Campaigning For Justice
4 years, 6 months ago

F1: Lewis Hamilton Says He Will Not Let up on Campaigning For Justice

News 18  

Six-times Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton said he would not let up on using his platform to campaign for racial justice as the sport’s governing body confirmed there would be no investigation into his actions at the Tuscan Grand Prix. The Mercedes driver wore a black T-shirt on Sunday declaring “Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor” on the …

Lewis Hamilton WILL NOT be investigated by FIA
4 years, 6 months ago

Lewis Hamilton WILL NOT be investigated by FIA

Daily Mail  

He wore a t-shirt in honour of Breonna Taylor at Tuscan Grand Prix last weekend Lewis Hamilton has escaped punishment for wearing a controversial T-shirt after the Tuscan Grand Prix on Sunday. The six-time world champion took to the podium carrying the slogan: 'Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor,' in reference to the black woman who was killed by …

Formula One governing body rules out investigation into Lewis Hamilton’s Breonna Taylor T-shirt
4 years, 6 months ago

Formula One governing body rules out investigation into Lewis Hamilton’s Breonna Taylor T-shirt

The Independent  

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FIA looking into Hamilton anti-racism shirt gesture - Sports news
4 years, 6 months ago

FIA looking into Hamilton anti-racism shirt gesture - Sports news

The Hindu  

Formula One's governing body is considering whether Lewis Hamilton broke any rules in wearing a T-shirt with “Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor” on it before and after Sunday's Tuscan Grand Prix. Japanese tennis player Naomi Osaka recently wore a face mask with Taylor's name at the U.S. Open. The FIA, which maintains a non-political stance, is working with …

Lewis Hamilton ‘won’t stop’ his fight against racism as FIA rules out investigation into Breonna Taylor T-shirt
4 years, 6 months ago

Lewis Hamilton ‘won’t stop’ his fight against racism as FIA rules out investigation into Breonna Taylor T-shirt

CNN  

CNN — Lewis Hamilton says he remains undeterred in his fight against racial injustice. His comments came as the FIA, motorsport’s global governing body, announced it will not investigate the Formula One champion for wearing a T-shirt honoring Breonna Taylor at the Tuscan Grand Prix. Hamilton, a six-time world champion who claimed the 90th race win of his career on …

FIA looking into Lewis Hamilton's 'arrest the cops' anti-racism shirt gesture
4 years, 6 months ago

FIA looking into Lewis Hamilton's 'arrest the cops' anti-racism shirt gesture

India Today  

Formula One's governing body is considering whether Lewis Hamilton broke any rules in wearing a T-shirt with "Arrest the cops who killed Breonna Taylor" on it before and after Sunday's Tuscan Grand Prix. The FIA, which maintains a non-political stance, is working with the Briton, Formula One's only Black driver, on a diversity commission and has promoted an anti-racism campaign. …

Lewis Hamilton MISSES line-up of Formula One drivers taking the knee
4 years, 6 months ago

Lewis Hamilton MISSES line-up of Formula One drivers taking the knee

Daily Mail  

Lewis Hamilton was mysteriously missing from the line-up of Formula One drivers taking the knee before the Italian Grand Prix on Sunday. Lewis Hamilton was mysteriously missing from the line-up of F1 drivers taking the knee The TV footage showed a gaping hole at the front of the line-up, usually occupied by Hamilton Hamilton was caught running late but did …

Hamilton says he will not boycott Belgian GP - Formua One news
4 years, 6 months ago

Hamilton says he will not boycott Belgian GP - Formua One news

The Hindu  

Six-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton said on Thursday he would not boycott Sunday's Belgian Grand Prix after a wave of player protests in the United States against the police shooting of a Black Man forced the postponement of sporting events. READ | The protests spilled over into Major League Baseball, Major League Soccer, the Women's NBA and tennis as …

Formula 1 2020: Lewis Hamilton's battle against racism motivating him on the track, says Mercedes' Toto Wolff
4 years, 7 months ago

Formula 1 2020: Lewis Hamilton's battle against racism motivating him on the track, says Mercedes' Toto Wolff

Firstpost  

Wolff also saw in Hamilton, who leads this year’s title race by 37 points after winning four of this year’s six races, a racer motivated by history as he aims to draw level with Schumacher on seven championships. Lewis Hamilton’s crusade for racial equality has helped him reach a new level as racing driver, sportsman and inspiration, according to his …

Lewis Hamilton would give up equaling Michael Schumacher's record for more F1 diversity
4 years, 7 months ago

Lewis Hamilton would give up equaling Michael Schumacher's record for more F1 diversity

Daily Mail  

Lewis Hamilton has admitted he would sacrifice equalling the all-time record for most world championship titles in exchange for improving diversity in motorsport. Lewis Hamilton would swap a record-equalling seven F1 titles in exchange for more diversity Hamilton is one world championship crown away from Michael Schumacher's tally of seven Hamilton has stepped to the fore since the F1 campaign …

Charles Leclerc rages at critics who have labelled F1 driver ‘racist’ for not taking a knee before races
4 years, 7 months ago

Charles Leclerc rages at critics who have labelled F1 driver ‘racist’ for not taking a knee before races

The Independent  

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F1 schedules time for drivers’ anti-racism gesture
4 years, 7 months ago

F1 schedules time for drivers’ anti-racism gesture

The Hindu  

Formula One has made sure drivers can show support for an ‘End Racism’ campaign without being rushed before the start of Sunday’s British Grand Prix. The sport was criticised by Mercedes’ six times world champion Lewis Hamilton, the only Black driver, for failing to schedule time for a united protest at the previous race in Hungary. All the drivers made …

Lewis Hamilton wants more support from F1 and drivers against racism
4 years, 8 months ago

Lewis Hamilton wants more support from F1 and drivers against racism

India TV News  

Lewis Hamilton wants more support from F1 and drivers against racism Hamilton and others, such as his Mercedes teammate Valtteri Bottas and Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel, took a knee while others appeared to be hurriedly arriving late and not even in position Lewis Hamilton demanded more support from Formula One's governing body and urged other drivers to make more of an …

Lewis Hamilton calls out F1, Romain Grosjean and FIA president Jean Todt for not caring about anti-racism message
4 years, 8 months ago

Lewis Hamilton calls out F1, Romain Grosjean and FIA president Jean Todt for not caring about anti-racism message

The Independent  

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Hamilton wants more support from F1 & drivers against racism
4 years, 8 months ago

Hamilton wants more support from F1 & drivers against racism

Associated Press  

BUDAPEST, Hungary — Lewis Hamilton demanded more support from Formula One’s governing body and urged other drivers to make more of an effort in the fight against racism, after some drivers took a knee and others again did not in disorganized scenes before Sunday’s Hungarian Grand Prix. Hamilton and others, such as his Mercedes teammate Valtteri Bottas and Ferrari’s Sebastian …

Lewis Hamilton hits out at F1 as drivers are rushed through taking the knee before Hungarian GP
4 years, 8 months ago

Lewis Hamilton hits out at F1 as drivers are rushed through taking the knee before Hungarian GP

Daily Mail  

Lewis Hamilton hit out at the disorganisation of Formula One chiefs after drivers were only given a small amount of time to 'take the knee' before the Hungarian Grand Prix on Sunday. Formula One had further issues with their attempts to show solidarity against racism After being given a short space of time to 'take the knee', some drivers were …

Sir Jackie Stewart denies F1 has a diversity issue
4 years, 8 months ago

Sir Jackie Stewart denies F1 has a diversity issue

Daily Mail  

Formula One legend Sir Jackie Stewart has denied claims there is a major diversity issue within the sport after reigning world champions Lewis Hamilton hit out at the sport's 'institutional barriers'. The Mercedes driver, and reigning world champion, has been vocal in his demands to encourage more diversity in Formula One, and last month announced the creation of the Hamilton …

Hamilton wants Ferrari to do more in fight against racism
4 years, 8 months ago

Hamilton wants Ferrari to do more in fight against racism

The Hindu  

Six times Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton praised his Mercedes team for taking a stance against racism but said after winning Sunday's Styrian Grand Prix that Ferrari and others should do more. “We've seen Red Bull's mechanics take a knee, which I think is great, but as businesses and as teams.if you look at Ferrari who have thousands of …

Formula 1: Mercedes star Lewis Hamilton raises right fist on podium in fight against racism
4 years, 8 months ago

Formula 1: Mercedes star Lewis Hamilton raises right fist on podium in fight against racism

Firstpost  

Hamilton has spoken out against racism since the death in May of George Floyd — a handcuffed and unarmed Black man — after a police officer pressed his knee on Floyd’s neck for nearly eight minutes in May. On Sunday Hamilton and the other 19 F1 drivers wore black T-shirts with “End Racism” on them, as they had done at …

Lewis Hamilton raises fist after Styrian GP win
4 years, 8 months ago

Lewis Hamilton raises fist after Styrian GP win

The Hindu  

Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton, the sport's only Black driver, raised a clenched fist on the podium on Sunday after taking his first victory of the season at Austria's Red Bull Ring. The Briton, a six-times world champion who is now six wins short of equalling Ferrari great Michael Schumacher's all-time record of 91, has been outspoken in support …

Lewis Hamilton raises a fist after his first win of the season
4 years, 8 months ago

Lewis Hamilton raises a fist after his first win of the season

Hindustan Times  

Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton, the sport’s only Black driver, raised a clenched fist on the podium on Sunday after taking his first victory of the season at Austria’s Red Bull Ring. The Briton, a six-times world champion who is now six wins short of equalling Ferrari great Michael Schumacher’s all-time record of 91, has been outspoken in support …

Lewis Hamilton takes swipe at rivals Ferrari in the fight against racism
4 years, 8 months ago

Lewis Hamilton takes swipe at rivals Ferrari in the fight against racism

Daily Mail  

Lewis Hamilton turned his ire on Ferrari on Sunday night for failing to fight racism. The world champion spoke out after another awful day for the Scuderia that saw Charles Leclerc crash into his team-mate Sebastian Vettel a mile into the Styrian Grand Prix. Lewis Hamilton took a swipe at Ferrari as part of the fight against racism in motorsport …

Lewis Hamilton kneels in support of Black Lives Matter movement alongside 11 other drivers
4 years, 8 months ago

Lewis Hamilton kneels in support of Black Lives Matter movement alongside 11 other drivers

Daily Mail  

Lewis Hamilton urged his fellow drivers to 'continue to push for equality' after 11 drivers joined him in taking a knee ahead of the Styrian Grand Prix in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. Lewis Hamilton was joined by 11 of his colleagues to kneel in support of Black Lives Matter before the Styrian Grand Prix Hamilton and his …

Hamilton regrets being 'silenced' on taking a knee in the past
4 years, 8 months ago

Hamilton regrets being 'silenced' on taking a knee in the past

The Hindu  

Six-times world champion Lewis Hamilton has said he was “silenced” earlier in his Formula One career over his plans to protest racism by taking a knee. Afterwards Hamilton spoke of a discussion he had years ago with former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick, whose kneeling protests in 2016 became a symbol of the fight against racial injustice. “I had …

Lewis Hamilton says he was 'silenced' in the past over plans to support Colin Kaepernick
4 years, 8 months ago

Lewis Hamilton says he was 'silenced' in the past over plans to support Colin Kaepernick

Firstpost  

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton, however, didn’t reveal who stopped him from showing support to Colin Kaepernick Six-times world champion Lewis Hamilton has said he was “silenced” earlier in his Formula One career over his plans to protest racism by taking a knee. Afterwards Hamilton spoke of a discussion he had years ago with former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick, …

F1 Drivers all wear “End Racism” T-shirts, but 6 don’t kneel
4 years, 8 months ago

F1 Drivers all wear “End Racism” T-shirts, but 6 don’t kneel

Associated Press  

SPIELBERG, Austria — Valtteri Bottas kneeled holding the winners’ trophy at Formula One’s season-opening Austrian Grand Prix on Sunday, where the podium trio held up a black T-shirt with “End Racism” written on it. World champion Lewis Hamilton, the only black driver in F1, had Black Lives Matter on the front and End Racism on the back of his. “I …

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