Political activism is “dangerous” in Formula 1, former driver Ralf Schumacher has warned. If the drivers rush into things like that too much it is dangerous – the sport doesn’t deserve that,” said Schumacher. Hamilton is yet to denounce Saudi Arabia’s human rights record as the country joins the 2021 calendar, but Schumacher said that is not necessary. “I am firmly convinced that sport and politics must not be combined,” he said. “It is certainly also a financial issue,” said the 45-year-old German. Schumacher also thinks Hamilton may have insider information about the future of the Mercedes team, including key departures along with engine boss Andy Cowell.

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