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Formula 1 distances itself from controversial Ecclestone comments
Formula 1 has acted swiftly to disassociate itself with comments from former boss Bernie Ecclestone - the 89-year-old saying in an interview with CNN, "In lots of cases, black people are more racist than what white people are." Formula 1 has launched the #WeRaceAsOne initiative, Lewis Hamilton has created 'The Hamilton Commission' and the FIA has also engaged in activities to raise make the motorsport industry a more inclusive environment. Article continues under video In an interview with CNN, Ecclestone began by praising the work done specifically by Hamilton, before making the comment he did. "At a time when unity is needed to tackle racism and inequality, we completely...
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