F1 pushes back at team restrictions to put up LGBTQ colors at Bahrain GP, claims ‘these violate organisational policies’

The Bahrain International Circuit celebrates its 20 years of being on the F1 calendar but has faced criticism for a recent event.

F1 pushes back at team restrictions to put up LGBTQ colors at Bahrain GP, claims ‘these violate organisational policies’

Bahrain International Circuit, Image via F1

The F1 landscape is busy preparing for the season opener that is scheduled to be held in Bahrain. However, an instruction by the track security staff had catalyzed conspiracies to spool up behind the scenes. Now, F1 and the track officials have intervened and declared such instructions null and void.

It was reported that members of F1 teams and their affiliates were informed to not wear any apparel or accessories which had the rainbow colours, supporting the LGBTQ+ movement. This does not fall in line with F1’s policies as various policies in the body ensure inclusivity in the sport. An outcry soon followed the initial reports and F1 along with the circuit owners intervened to clear out the confusion.

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It was an isolated incident that violated the organizational policies of F1 and Bahrain.
F1 and Bahrain spokesperson said as reported by formulapassion.it

Following the outcry against such claims, F1 made it clear that they are in support of the movement and that anybody can express themselves freely under the organizational guidelines. The sport wants to set an example of inclusivity and would want such headlines to stay away from the sport.

Daniel Ricciardo gives out his prediction for the Bahrain GP podium

The paddock and the fans worldwide have waited for the race week to return, and this time it’s a day earlier as the race is on a Saturday this time. Moreover, VCARB driver Daniel Ricciardo has given his prediction before the onset of the Grand Prix weekend.

Daniel Ricciardo
Daniel Ricciardo (via IMAGO)
I think from what me kind of being a viewer [can see], it looks like Red Bull and Ferrari would be the strong favourites to be on the podium here in a week. Anything can happen, but I think they certainly seem like they’re pretty good at the moment.
Daniel Ricciardo said as reported by planetf1.com

Ricciardo is the lead driver at the newly formed RB team and presented his views on the current pecking order despite his team being referred to as a ‘dark horse’ among others. The Aussie explained that Red Bull would be leading the way at lights out and Ferrari would closely follow them behind grabbing the remaining space on the podium.

The 34-year-old is preparing for the upcoming race and would be looking to make it into the top 10. Ricciardo is named as one of the contenders for the seat at Red Bull. Moreover, he will be giving his all to make an impression on the team’s management.

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