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FIA clarifies free speech rule after Hamilton leads drivers backlash

about 1 year ago

from: SkySports.com/F1

( 529 views )

Formula 1's governing FIA has said drivers will be allowed to make political statements only in "exceptional" circumstances after seeking to clarify its... read more »

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Russell: F1 drivers won’t limit views over ‘silly’ FIA regulation

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 669 views )

George Russell asserts that Formula 1 drivers won't be restricted from speaking their minds following the ban on political statements from the FIA. The rule has been met... read more »

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‘Nothing will stop me from speaking out’ – Hamilton on FIA statement ban

about 1 year ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 520 views )

Lewis Hamilton asserts that he will continue to speak out on matters close to him amid a ban on political statements from the FIA. Last year, an updated International Sporting... read more »

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F1 warned against causing race calendar backlash

about 1 year ago

from: GPfans.com

( 466 views )

Formula 1 has been warned against adding too many races to the calendar in future, amid fears of burnout from fans, teams and drivers alike. read more »

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Brown Hits Out at Inappropriate Comments following Ricciardo's McLaren Exit

over 2 years ago

from: TheCheckeredFlag.co.uk

( 928 views )

Zak Brown has said the backlash McLaren have faced since announcing Daniel Ricciardo would leave the team has been unfair and sometimes not at all appropriate. read more »

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How Aston Martin avoided Red Bull "war of words" over 'copycat' car

over 2 years ago

from: GPfans.com

( 590 views )

Aston Martin team principal Mike Krack has revealed the organisation was braced for a backlash over the 'Green Bull' upgrade introduced at the Spanish Grand Prix. read more »

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Nelson Piquet faces backlash after shocking comment about Brazil’s president

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 819 views )

Nelson Piquet has come under criticism for a comment that appeared on social media this week regarding newly-elected Brazilian president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. The... read more »

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Alonso: Stroll penalty for US GP crash is ‘very harsh’

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 778 views )

While Lance Stroll has received backlash for his involvement in the high-speed crash involving himself and Fernando Alonso in the United States Grand Prix, Alonso feels that... read more »

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Video: The Story Behind Formula 1's Gruelling 2023 Calendar

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport Videos

( 1044 views )

The 2023 F1 Calendar has been announced with a whopping 24 races, but there has been some backlash from the F1 paddock and fans alike. Why hasn't F1 grouped races by... read more »

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Russell reacts to 'selfish' claim after online backlash

over 2 years ago

from: GPfans.com

( 739 views )

Mercedes driver George Russell has countered the comments of selfishness levelled against him following Sunday's Dutch Grand Prix. read more »

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Brown addresses social media backlash over McLaren driver contract disputes

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 675 views )

McLaren is aiming to give an F1 drive to Oscar Piastri for 2023 but the reigning F2 champion is engaged in a dispute with current parent team Alpine. A Contract Recognition... read more »

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Norris fears 'backlash' of following in Vettel's footsteps

over 2 years ago

from: GPfans.com

( 602 views )

Lando Norris has conceded the fear of a backlash from "crazy" trolls has played a part in him staying silent on social issues. read more »

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Horner backlash to Wolff floor-bending claim

over 2 years ago

from: GPfans.com

( 695 views )

Christian Horner has hit back at Toto Wolff's claim Red Bull is dealing with car bouncing by exploiting floor flexibility by slating it as "total rubbish". read more »

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Vettel 'doesn't care' about the backlash he receives

over 2 years ago

from: PlanetF1.com

( 631 views )

Sebastian Vettel received criticism over a specially-designed helmet he wore in Montreal. read more »

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Vettel explains Canadian GP helmet, faces backlash from minister

over 2 years ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 753 views )

Sebastian Vettel has continued to raise awareness over environmental issues, as he sported a new helmet design at the Canadian Grand Prix weekend. The message behind the design... read more »

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Ben Sulayem angers fans

over 2 years ago

from: Pitpass.com

( 2270 views )

FIA president, Mohammed Ben Sulayem has taken to social media following a fan backlash to comments he made in response to 'driver activism'. read more »

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Red Bull face Verstappen backlash for prioritising Perez

over 2 years ago

from: GPfans.com

( 736 views )

Jos Verstappen has criticised Red Bull after the team 'threw away points' for son Max at the Monaco Grand Prix. read more »

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FIA jewellery backlash sees Albon start from pole

over 2 years ago

from: Pitpass.com

( 892 views )

In an eleventh hour reaction to Lewis Hamilton's stance on bling-gate, FIA race director Niels Wittich has sent out a flurry of notes to teams as the grid is completely... read more »

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Domenicali: F1 hasn't ignored morality in favour of money

over 2 years ago

from: PlanetF1.com

( 764 views )

"No one can judge our morality" says Stefano Domenicali as F1 face backlash over continuing with the Saudi Arabian GP. read more »

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Horner clarifies 'female fan' comments after social media backlash

over 2 years ago

from: GPfans.com

( 720 views )

Christian Horner has clarified comments that "young girls" are now following F1 because of the "great looking" drivers after receiving criticism on social... read more »

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F1 Abu Dhabi action plan will protect FIA's integrity, says president

over 2 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 962 views )

With the investigation into last year's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix controversy coming to an end, the FIA has promised to reveal its findings and an action plan of changes is due... read more »

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Ocon clarifies ‘new police role’ after Twitter storm

over 3 years ago

from: PlanetF1.com

( 594 views )

Esteban Ocon's new 'role' with the French police has been explained after a backlash to a tweet he posted. read more »

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Marko expected backlash if Tsunoda caused crash

over 3 years ago

from: PlanetF1.com

( 599 views )

Helmut Marko would have expected suspicion to be aroused if a Red Bull-backed driver had brought out the title-defining Safety Car in Abu Dhabi. read more »

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Latifi speaks out after social media ‘death threats’

over 3 years ago

from: PlanetF1.com

( 508 views )

Nicholas Latifi has responded to the backlash he has been subjected to on social media since Abu Dhabi, including death threats. read more »

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Red Bull: Abu Dhabi F1 controversy won't taint Verstappen title

over 3 years ago

from: Autosport.com

( 864 views )

The manner in which F1 race director Michael Masi handled the late race safety car at the Yas Marina circuit last weekend has triggered a backlash for grand prix racing, and... read more »