Formula One's divisions came to the fore on Sunday as a number of drivers chose not to take a knee in support of the Black Lives Matter movement moments before the season opener in Austria. Leclerc announced on Sunday morning that he would not be taking a knee before the race. 'We spoke a bit in the drivers' briefing, yep, interesting,' Hamilton said of Friday's meeting with a heavy hint of sarcasm. Hamilton, a six-time world champion, debuted a new-look black Mercedes designed to carry the fight against racism on the Austrian track this weekend. FIA says the funding will support a number of activities to 'create a more inclusive and diverse culture' within F1 and other motor sports.

Source: Daily Mail July 05, 2020 13:02 UTC