Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton has responded to FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem after the seven-time world champion was criticised for his activism by the former rally driver.
Ben Sulayem previously said that motorsport was "too political" but Hamilton insisted ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix that he won't stop fighting for social causes.
Ben Sulayem clarified his views on Twitter. "As a driver, I have always believed in sport as a catalyst of progress in society," the first-year FIA chief said. "That is why promoting sustainability, diversity and inclusion is a key priority of my mandate.
In the same way, I value the commitment of all drivers and champions for a better future. "Ben Sulayem was clarifying the views he gave in an interview with GrandPrix247. "Niki Lauda and Alain Prost only cared about driving," the 60-year-old said. "Now, [Sebastian] Vettel drives a rainbow bicycle, Lewis is passionate about human rights and [Lando] Norris addresses mental health.
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