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Formula 1 reacts to Nelson Piquet's comments on Lewis Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton at the Canadian Grand Prix (Photo: DPPI)
La Formula 1 published this Tuesday a short press release following the comments from Nelson Piquet relayed by CNN Brasil pronounced in November 2021 and in which the three-time world champion in the discipline (1981, 1983, 1987) qualifies Lewis Hamilton of “little nigger” when commenting on the accident between the Briton and Max Verstappen at Silverstone, during an interview.
“Discriminatory or racist comments are unacceptable in any form and have no place in society. Lewis is an incredible ambassador for our sport and deserves respect. His tireless efforts to increase diversity and inclusion are a lesson to many and a commitment from F1,” indicated the Formula 1 press release.
- Formula 1 (@ F1) June 28, 2022
The Mercedes team also reacted in a press release on its social networks : “We condemn in the strongest terms any use of racist or discriminatory language of any kind. Lewis has spearheaded our sport's efforts to combat racism, and he is a true champion of diversity on and off the track. Together we share the vision of a diverse and inclusive motorsport, and this incident highlights the fundamental importance of continuing to fight for a better future. »
— Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team (@MercedesAMGF1) June 28, 2022
One hour later, it was the turn of the FIA to condemn these remarks : « The FIA strongly condemns any racist or discriminatory language and behavior, which has no place in sport or society in general. We express our solidarity with Lewis Hamilton and fully support its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in motorsport. »
The FIA strongly condemns any racist or discriminatory language and behavior, which have no place in sport or wider society. We express our solidarity with @LewisHamilton and fully support his commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in motor sport.
- FIA (@fia) June 28, 2022
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