Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time F1 world champion, once again advocated his voice for racial equality in the wake of a cruel incident.
The only driver of black ethnicity in the history of Formula One, Lewis Hamilton, has always been a front leader in the fight for racial justice both on and off the track. In the wake of George Floyd’s brutal murder a few years ago, Lewis came out to protest during the race with a “Black Lives Matter” tee and also took a knee. However, it landed him in trouble as the governing body, FIA, pulled him up for the act.
Regardless, Lewis Hamilton stayed unfazed by the backlash and voiced his opinion on numerous occasions. He believes as the only black driver of the sport, he has a sense of responsibility towards his community and would do anything in his power to raise awareness against racial injustice. This time around, a heart-wrenching incident that took place in Kansas City, has prompted the Mercedes driver to call out the heinous act.
Lewis Hamilton Calls For Justice For A Teenager Shot After Being Subject To Racism
A piece of heartbreaking news came in this morning from Kansas City. A 16-year-old teenage boy named Ralf Yarl was shot multiple times by a white guy who wanted him off his property. Apparently, Ralf was on his way to pick up his siblings when he pressed the wrong bell. The man who owned the house fired a shot at Ralf’s head and then again shot him when he collapsed on the ground. The incident received massive backlash as soon as it came to light. People around the world have shared this story and demanded strict action against the perpetrator.
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton also took to Instagram and shared a story. He wrote that Ralf was just a harmless kid and did not deserve this brutal act of hate. Further, he showed his gratitude for the fact that the boy miraculously survived the act the is alive. Despite the challenges he has faced, Hamilton remains committed to the fight for racial justice. His latest post is a reminder that the struggle for equality is ongoing and that it is up to all of us as a society to do our part to make the world a more just and equitable place. Racism has no place in society, and it’s high time the authorities do the needful.
Hamilton Refuses To Stand Down Amid FIA Clapdown
FIA has enforced a major clampdown on the liberty of Formula One drivers. From this year, the drivers are not allowed comment on sensitive political or social issues. The decision definitely irked Lewis Hamilton, who has always been a social advocate himself. He took a strong stand and said the governing body was heading backward.
As a driver of diverse ethnicity on the grid, Lewis Hamilton tries to bring a change within the sport and promote diversity. However, the Briton feels that clampdowns like this are not good for the sport and it sends the wrong message. Moreover, he refused to stand down and said the restrictions could not stop him. He will continue his fight against social injustice and will do everything in his power and beyond to use the platform to good use.