Formula One: Nelson Piquet apologises for racist slur towards Lewis Hamilton
2 years, 5 months ago

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

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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 Piquet’s remarks, while Formula One and motorsport’s governing body the FIA condemned the 69-year-old Brazilian. “What I said was ill thought out, and I make no defence for it, but I will clarify that the term used is one that has widely and historically been used colloquially in Brazilian Portuguese as a synonym for ‘guy’ or ‘person’ and was never intended to offend,” said Piquet.

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Lewis Hamilton's legendary farewell: 12 seasons of F1 dominance with Mercedes
1 week, 5 days 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 …

F1 drivers lambast FIA president over swearing ban and demand to be treated like adults
1 month, 2 weeks ago

F1 drivers lambast FIA president over swearing ban and demand to be treated like adults

The Telegraph  

Formula One’s drivers have launched a scathing attack on FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem and demanded to be treated like adults after a host of recent disputes. The former rally driver has been told in an open letter to consider his own “language” after he had said the grid’s stars should stop swearing on the radio and acting like “rappers”. …

Lewis Hamilton's top five meltdowns after his rant in Brazil: From branding Max Verstappen 'f***ing CRAZY' to an x-rated tirade at his Mercedes crew - and ending his friendship with team-mate Nico Ros
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Lewis Hamilton's top five meltdowns after his rant in Brazil: From branding Max Verstappen 'f***ing CRAZY' to an x-rated tirade at his Mercedes crew - and ending his friendship with team-mate Nico Ros

Daily Mail  

Lewis Hamilton is not Formula One's most furious radio ranter. Lewis Hamilton branded the Brazil GP a 'disaster of a weekend' - but it's not his only meltdown The Mercedes star was only able to finish 10th on a drenched circuit after struggling in quali Abusing Mercedes crew: 'You f***ing SCREWED me' The past four seasons have been frustrating for …

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

Hamilton welcomes court judgement against Piquet for using racist, homophobic comments
1 year, 8 months ago

Hamilton welcomes court judgement against Piquet for using racist, homophobic comments

The Hindu  

Lewis Hamilton praised Brazilian authorities for handing triple Formula One champion Nelson Piquet a huge fine for using racist and homophobic language in comments about the Mercedes driver. A Brazilian court last week ordered Piquet to pay 5 million Brazilian reals in “moral damages” for remarks about Hamilton in interviews in 2021 and 2016. “I still believe that we generally …

Piquet fined for racist, homophobic comments about Hamilton
1 year, 8 months ago

Piquet fined for racist, homophobic comments about Hamilton

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Retired Formula One champion Nelson Piquet has been ordered by a Brazilian court to pay $950,000 in “moral damages” for making racist and homophobic comments about Lewis Hamilton. The court in Brasilia on Friday ordered Piquet to pay 5 million Brazilian reals “in collective moral damages, to be allocated to funds for the promotion of racial …

Nelson Piquet ordered to pay USD 950,000 for racist, homophobic comments against Hamilton
1 year, 9 months ago

Nelson Piquet ordered to pay USD 950,000 for racist, homophobic comments against Hamilton

The Hindu  

Brazil’s triple Formula One champion Nelson Piquet must pay 5 million Brazilian Reals in moral damages for racist and homophobic comments against Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton, a Brazilian court ruled on Friday. In an interview in November 2021, Piquet used a racial slur referring to the seven-time world champion, when commenting on Hamilton’s British Grand Prix crash with Max Verstappen. …

Lewis Hamilton and Formula 1 stars warned time and place for free speech
1 year, 10 months 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, …

Formula 1: Mercedes back to black and ready to reclaim titles
1 year, 10 months ago

Formula 1: Mercedes back to black and ready to reclaim titles

The Hindu  

Mercedes went back to black on Wednesday with a sleek new Formula One car it hopes will allow Lewis Hamilton and George Russell to fight for wins and titles after a difficult 2022 season. The team ended an unprecedented run of eight successive constructors’ titles with third place overall last year after wrestling with a bouncing car whose performance was …

F1 Legend Lewis Hamilton makes tear-jerking revelations; recalls being racially abused, bullied
1 year, 11 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
1 year, 11 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 …

Formula1 drivers barred from political statements unless approved
2 years ago

Formula1 drivers barred from political statements unless approved

The Hindu  

Formula One drivers will need prior written permission from the sport’s governing body to make ‘political statements’ from next season following an update of the International Sporting Code. The FIA added a new clause regarding “the general making and display of political, religious and personal statements or comments notably in violation of the general principle of neutrality promoted by the …

Former F1 champion Piquet in trouble for wishing death of Brazil president-elect da Silva
2 years, 1 month ago

Former F1 champion Piquet in trouble for wishing death of Brazil president-elect da Silva

The Hindu  

Brazilian prosecutors opened an investigation into three-time Formula One champion Nelson Piquet on Thursday after he was filmed wishing for the death of president-elect Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Da Silva narrowly won Sunday’s presidential election against incumbent Jair Bolsonaro, whom the 70-year-old Piquet staunchly supports. The probe was triggered after Piquet appeared on a video that went viral this …

F1 | Lewis Hamilton says he is 'fully transformed' by Africa trip
2 years, 4 months ago

F1 | Lewis Hamilton says he is 'fully transformed' by Africa trip

The Hindu  

Seven times world champion Lewis Hamilton says he feels "transformed" after travelling in Africa during Formula One's August break. The Briton — Formula One's only Black driver whose paternal grandparents emigrated to Britain from the Caribbean — has documented across social media his trip to Namibia, Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania. Calls for F1 race in Africa Hamilton has long called …

Brazil court probes former F1 driver Nelson Piquet over racist, homophobic slurs about Lewis Hamilton
2 years, 5 months ago

Brazil court probes former F1 driver Nelson Piquet over racist, homophobic slurs about Lewis Hamilton

Firstpost  

Nelson Piquet’s comments, made in Portuguese while discussing a crash between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen during last year’s British Grand Prix, have been widely condemned by F1 drivers, teams, and the sport’s governing body. A Brazilian judge on Monday ordered an investigation be opened into allegations that retired Formula One driver Nelson Piquet used racist and homophobic slurs about …

F1 | Brazil court probes Nelson Piquet over racist, homophobic slurs
2 years, 5 months ago

F1 | Brazil court probes Nelson Piquet over racist, homophobic slurs

The Hindu  

A Brazilian judge on Monday ordered an investigation be opened into allegations that retired Formula One driver Nelson Piquet used racist and homophobic slurs about Lewis Hamilton. Piquet's comments, made in Portuguese while discussing a crash between seven-time champion Hamilton and Max Verstappen during last year’s British Grand Prix, have been widely condemned by F1 drivers, teams, and the sport's …

Brazil court probes Nelson Piquet for racist slurs against Lewis Hamilton
2 years, 5 months ago

Brazil court probes Nelson Piquet for racist slurs against Lewis Hamilton

The Hindu  

A Brazilian judge on Monday ordered an investigation be opened into allegations that retired Formula One driver Nelson Piquet used racist and homophobic slurs about Lewis Hamilton. Piquet’s comments, made in Portuguese while discussing a crash between seven-time champion Hamilton and Max Verstappen during last year’s British Grand Prix, have been widely condemned by F1 drivers, teams, and the sport’s …

MARTIN SAMUEL: Max Verstappen's reaction to Nelson Piquet's racist bile is a disgrace
2 years, 5 months ago

MARTIN SAMUEL: Max Verstappen's reaction to Nelson Piquet's racist bile is a disgrace

Daily Mail  

Max Verstappen had a chance. So when Nelson Piquet referred to him as ‘neguinho’ — little black man at best, little n***** at worst, depending on context — he had every right to be angry. Nelson Piquet has sparked outrage with his derogatory slur about Lewis Hamilton Piquet being the father of Verstappen’s girlfriend Kelly, all eyes turned to the …

Video shows Piquet adding homophobic slur against Hamilton
2 years, 5 months ago

Video shows Piquet adding homophobic slur against Hamilton

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — More video in Brazilian media shows retired Formula One champion Nelson Piquet using homophobic language and more racial slurs about Lewis Hamilton. The website Grande Prêmio published video late Thursday — apparently filmed last year with Piquet speaking in Portuguese — in which the 69-year-old Brazilian used homophobic language to say the British driver wasn’t focused to …

Nelson Piquet's Choice of Words Incorrect But He's Not Racist, Says Max Verstappen
2 years, 5 months ago

Nelson Piquet's Choice of Words Incorrect But He's Not Racist, Says Max Verstappen

News 18  

Three-time Formula One champion Nelson Piquet got into troubled waters for a video that went viral recently in which he used a racial slur to describe Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton while recollecting the collision between the Brit and reigning world champion Max Verstappen at Silverstone in last year’s race. Nelson Piquet, the father of Verstappen’s partner Kelly Piquet, was one …

Lewis Hamilton pushes back against ‘old voices’ over racism
2 years, 5 months ago

Lewis Hamilton pushes back against ‘old voices’ over racism

Associated Press  

SILVERSTONE, England — Lewis Hamilton said Thursday that Formula One should ignore “old voices” and reject racism as it focuses on becoming more inclusive, even as reigning world champion Max Verstappen said his “father-in-law” should not be banned from the F1 paddock. Former longtime F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone defended Piquet on Thursday, said he was surprised Hamilton hadn’t “brushed it …

Lewis Hamilton queries role of ‘older voices’ in F1 after Nelson Piquet comment
2 years, 5 months ago

Lewis Hamilton queries role of ‘older voices’ in F1 after Nelson Piquet comment

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. Read our privacy policy Lewis Hamilton has questioned “why …

Lewis Hamilton: Nelson Piquet suspended by British Racing Drivers’ Club after racial slur
2 years, 5 months ago

Lewis Hamilton: Nelson Piquet suspended by British Racing Drivers’ Club after racial slur

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. Read our privacy policy The British Racing Drivers’ Club …

Piquet apologizes to Hamilton over ‘ill thought out’ comment
2 years, 5 months ago

Piquet apologizes to Hamilton over ‘ill thought out’ comment

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Former Formula One champion Nelson Piquet apologized to Lewis Hamilton on Wednesday, saying the racial term he used about the Mercedes driver was “ill thought out” but was not meant to be offensive. The 69-year-old Brazilian has faced heavy criticism this week over comments he made in Portuguese last November on a podcast where he referred to …

Piquet apologises to Hamilton over ‘ill thought out’ comment
2 years, 5 months ago

Piquet apologises to Hamilton over ‘ill thought out’ comment

The Hindu  

Former Formula One champion Nelson Piquet apologised to Lewis Hamilton on Wednesday, saying the racial term he used about the Mercedes driver was “ill thought out” but was not meant to be offensive. The 69-year-old Brazilian has faced heavy criticism this week over comments he made in Portuguese last November on a podcast where he referred to Hamilton as “neguinho,” …

Formula One | Hamilton calls for action after Nelson Piquet’s racist comment
2 years, 5 months ago

Formula One | Hamilton calls for action after Nelson Piquet’s racist comment

The Hindu  

Lewis Hamilton called for action to change "archaic mindsets" after a racist remark about him by Brazilian triple champion Nelson Piquet emerged on social media, triggering widespread condemnation. F1 body, teams condemn comment Motor racing's governing body FIA, Formula One and Mercedes all issued statements condemning racism but without mentioning Piquet by name. Mercedes said Hamilton was "a true champion …

Hamilton says “archaic mindsets” about color must change
2 years, 5 months ago

Hamilton says “archaic mindsets” about color must change

Associated Press  

PARIS — Formula One great Lewis Hamilton said “archaic mindsets” have to change after retired champion Nelson Piquet reportedly used a racial slur against him. Piquet was discussing a crash between Hamilton and Max Verstappen during last year’s British Grand Prix when Piquet used the word “neguinho” — which means “little Black guy” — in November on a YouTube podcast …

Lewis Hamilton Responds to Nelson Piquet, Says 'Archaic Mindsets' Must Change
2 years, 5 months ago

Lewis Hamilton Responds to Nelson Piquet, Says 'Archaic Mindsets' Must Change

News 18  

Formula One great Lewis Hamilton said “archaic mindsets" have to change after retired champion Nelson Piquet reportedly used a racial slur against him. Time has come for action.— Lewis Hamilton June 28, 2022 Vamos focar em mudar a mentalidade— Lewis Hamilton June 28, 2022 He also quote-tweeted a fan’s suggestion that: “What if Lewis Hamilton just tweeted ‘Who the fuck …

F1 condemns racism after Piquet's reported slur at Hamilton
2 years, 5 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, …

Lewis Hamilton hits back at Nelson Piquet after racial slur
2 years, 5 months ago

Lewis Hamilton hits back at Nelson Piquet after racial slur

Al Jazeera  

Three-time F1 world champion Nelson Piquet had used a racist remark about Hamilton when describing events of last year’s British GP. Seven-time F1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has called for “archaic mindsets to change” after a racist remark about him by Brazilian triple champion Nelson Piquet emerged, triggering widespread condemnation. These archaic mindsets need to change and have no place …

Hamilton says he has struggled mentally and emotionally
2 years, 8 months ago

Hamilton says he has struggled mentally and emotionally

The Hindu  

Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton has spoken about his mental and emotional struggles, saying in a social media post on Thursday that it was "hard some days to stay positive". Hamilton missed out on a record eighth championship last year after a controversial final race of the season in Abu Dhabi that he had led until the last …

Hamilton inspired by England football players ahead of home GP
3 years, 5 months ago

Hamilton inspired by England football players ahead of home GP

The Hindu  

Seven-times Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton said he was inspired by the reaction of England football players to online abuse after their penalty shootout loss to Italy in the European championship final. The Mercedes driver, gearing up for his home British Grand Prix at Silverstone on Sunday, agreed with winger Jadon Sancho who posted on social media that the …

F1 world champion Hamilton condemns racist abuse of England players
3 years, 5 months ago

F1 world champion Hamilton condemns racist abuse of England players

The Hindu  

Seven-times Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton has voiced support for the three Black England football players who missed penalties in the Euro 2020 final on Sunday after they were subjected to a torrent of racist abuse on social media. READ: Euro 2020 Final: FA pledges full review into Wembley security breach "The pressure to deliver is felt by every …

Former F1 driver Karun Chandhok calls for more diversity in sport
3 years, 6 months ago

Former F1 driver Karun Chandhok calls for more diversity in sport

The Hindu  

Denied entry into a restaurant on the basis of his skin colour recently, former Grand Prix driver-turned TV expert Karun Chandhok says more awareness needs to be created against racism through Formula 1 though it has already taken "impressive" steps to address the issue. "Historically, this is a sport where over 90% of the people involved have been white and …

Lewis Hamilton's tryst with Formula 1: How the seven-time champion carved a legacy for himself
4 years, 1 month ago

Lewis Hamilton's tryst with Formula 1: How the seven-time champion carved a legacy for himself

Firstpost  

Unlike most Formula 1 drivers, Hamilton didn’t have a racer dad, a famous surname or rich parents. The 2020 Turkish Grand Prix concluded with a scene we’ve seen in Formula 1 numerous times in these past seasons – Lewis Hamilton taking the chequered flag as the winner of a Grand Prix. But this was no ordinary race victory, it was …

Lewis Hamilton: ‘I have walked this sport alone,’ says F1 champion after record-equaling title win
4 years, 1 month 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 – …

Formula 1 2020: Lewis Hamilton questions ruling body over selection of Vitaly Petrov as a race steward for Portuguese GP
4 years, 2 months ago

Formula 1 2020: Lewis Hamilton questions ruling body over selection of Vitaly Petrov as a race steward for Portuguese GP

Firstpost  

The six-time champion, who is bidding to secure a record 92nd career win, said he was surprised that the FIA had chosen someone who held views that were counter to the body’s ‘We Race as One’ campaign for diversity and inclusivity. Portimao, Portugal: Lewis Hamilton appeared to be at loggerheads with Formula 1’s ruling body again on Thursday when he …

Formula One: I May Not Always Get It Right, Says Lewis Hamilton
4 years, 2 months ago

Formula One: I May Not Always Get It Right, Says Lewis Hamilton

News 18  

Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton, who accused stewards of seeking to stop him winning at last weekend’s Russian Grand Prix, said on Tuesday that he was “only human” and would continue to learn. “I may not always get it right in the face of adversity,” wrote the Briton, who is one win from equalling Michael Schumacher’s all-time record 91. Thank …

Hamilton expects FIA response to shirt protest
4 years, 3 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, 3 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, 3 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 …

FIA looking into Hamilton anti-racism shirt gesture - Sports news
4 years, 3 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 …

FIA looking into Lewis Hamilton's 'arrest the cops' anti-racism shirt gesture
4 years, 3 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. …

Hamilton says he will not boycott Belgian GP - Formua One news
4 years, 3 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, 4 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, 4 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 …

Formula 1 2020: Lewis Hamilton romps to victory at British Grand Prix, closes in on Michael Schumacher's F1 record
4 years, 4 months ago

Formula 1 2020: Lewis Hamilton romps to victory at British Grand Prix, closes in on Michael Schumacher's F1 record

Firstpost  

Lewis Hamilton held on to win the British Grand Prix on Sunday despite a puncture on the last lap to clinch an 87th career win and move within four of Michael Schumacher’s Formula One record. Silverstone: Lewis Hamilton held on to win the British Grand Prix on Sunday despite a puncture on the last lap to clinch an 87th career …

Hamilton wants more support from F1 & drivers against racism
4 years, 5 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 …

Hamilton wants Ferrari to do more in fight against racism
4 years, 5 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 …

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