Nikita Mazepin says he hasn’t abandoned his dream of racing in Formula 1. Since then, 23-year-old Mazepin has insisted that he would not return if it means agreeing with the FIA’s rules about denouncing Vladimir Putin’s regime. “I did that out of pleasure and fortunately the pleasure led to victory,” Mazepin told Tass news agency. “I believe that I have a certain social mission that I am engaged in, and it brings me great pleasure,” said Mazepin, referring to his support for athletes like him who are sidelined for political reasons. “There is the desire, of course, to continue to compete in motorsport,” said Mazepin.

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