Verstappen and colleagues speak out about situation in Ukraine
- GPblog.com
On Wednesday, photos of the Formula One drivers at the Bahrain circuit appeared, showing support for Ukraine. On social media, the drivers are now also showing their support.
Lewis Hamilton was the only driver not present for the photo opportunity in Bahrain, but the Briton let it be known on Instagram that he supports Ukraine. The seven-time world champion could not be there on time due to a flight delay.
Lewis's flight was delayed, hence why he couldn‘t be there for the group photo. Here is his message on his instagram: pic.twitter.com/hKRZNzpE4P
— tami. (@Vetteleclerc) March 9, 2022
Verstappen speaks out
Max Verstappen also let himself be heard on social media. "Please, no war", the Dutchman writes in his tweet. His colleagues are also tweeting massively about the war in Ukraine. It seems that the FIA has made a deal with all drivers, because the tweets all appeared at the same time on social media.
The FIA decided last week that Russian and Belarusian athletes may race, but they must sign an agreement. The drivers may participate under a neutral flag, but may not refer to Russia, among other things. Haas F1 decided to fire Nikita Mazepin immediately because of the war in Ukraine. The team announced today that Kevin Magnussen will take over his seat starting this season.
Please, NO WAR #StandWithUkraine #RacingUnited pic.twitter.com/6kRhTx9V3P
— Max Verstappen (@Max33Verstappen) March 9, 2022
We stand with people from Ukraine for peace and freedom. Please NO WAR #RacingUnited #StandWithUkraine #GPDA pic.twitter.com/XcX8JK8Tty
— Alex Albon (@alex_albon) March 9, 2022
We stand with people from Ukraine for peace and freedom. Please NO WAR. #StandWithUkraine #RacingUnited #GPDA pic.twitter.com/vZq45gC2tm
— PIERRE GASLY (@PierreGASLY) March 9, 2022
Today, we come together to show our support for those affected by the crisis in Ukraine. You are not alone. We stand with you, for peace and freedom. #RacingUnited pic.twitter.com/hHFmdapxts
— George Russell (@GeorgeRussell63) March 9, 2022
F1 drivers stand with Ukraine and its people for peace and freedom. Every conflict around the world affects us all and we hope this suffering comes to an end immediately.
— Carlos Sainz (@Carlossainz55) March 9, 2022
-#Carlossainz#NoWar pic.twitter.com/xKUJvycbYS
We the F1 drivers stand with people from Ukraine for peace and freedom. Please NO WAR!
— Sergio Pérez (@SChecoPerez) March 9, 2022
Los pilotos de F1 estamos con la gente de Ucrania y pedimos por la paz y su libertad. ¡Por favor, NO MÁS GUERRA! #StandWithUkraine #RacingUnited#GPDA pic.twitter.com/aUeRvjOsyh
We the F1 drivers stand with people from Ukraine for peace and freedom. Please NO WAR#StandWithUkraine #RacingUnited#GPDA pic.twitter.com/I4IjGZ0IuU
— Valtteri Bottas (@ValtteriBottas) March 9, 2022
We stand with people from Ukraine for peace and freedom. Please NO WAR #RacingUnited #StandWithUkraine #GPDA pic.twitter.com/XcX8JK8Tty
— Alex Albon (@alex_albon) March 9, 2022