Lewis Hamilton signals at ‘racial element’ in FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s team radio criticism
Lewis Hamilton showcased his offense from Mohammed Ben Sulayem's claim of Formula 1 drivers abusing like 'rappers' on track.
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Formula 1 has continued to improve in terms of racial equality and inclusivity in the sport. However, there are times when crucial people in the sport commit mistakes and make hurtful comments. One such case was with FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem, who wanted to decrease the use of abusive language by drivers on the grid and said it in an unconventional and harmful way as Lewis Hamilton took offense.
Lewis Hamilton is currently the only Black driver in the history of Formula 1 and continues his fight for equality. The Briton immediately responded to Mohammed Ben Sulayem‘s claim of F1 drivers not being ‘rappers’. He claimed that he didn’t like how Ben Sulayem voiced his opinions.
I don't like how he's expressed it, saying 'rappers' is very stereotypical.Lewis Hamilton said.
In addition to this, Hamilton pointed out the fact that a majority of the rappers are Black. Hence, the Briton believed this was an extremely incorrect choice of words from Mohammed Ben Sulayem.
And most rappers are black. That was the wrong choice of words. There's a racial element there.Lewis Hamilton added
Max Verstappen suggests a solution to Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s attempt to curb swearing
Max Verstappen to known to drop the F-bomb while expressing his discontent on the track. Reacting to Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s attempt to curb swearing, he noted that people should be given an option to not listen to radio messages at all.
I think it starts with not broadcasting it all, not giving the option for people to hear it, in general. That would help a lot more than putting bans on drivers. Icouldn't even say the F-word and it's not even that bad right? I mean the car was not working, come on, what are we? Five-year-olds? Six-year-olds?Max Verstappen told racingnews365.com
Formula 1 still has a long way to go in order to make the sport equal for all. Regardless, the sport continues to improve and mend its ways despite committing multiple mistakes. Hence, Mohammed Ben Sulayem is likely to listen to Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen’s backlash following his comments.
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