Nadine Dolly, the Secretary of Culture of the British Government, supported F1’s response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which made it impossible to participate in the F1 Russian Grand Prix.
F1 has not directly stated that the Russian Grand Prix in September will be canceled, but issued a statement that “it is currently impossible to hold it.”
This phrase can be interpreted as half-opening the door in case things change following seven months, but it requires a big reversal on the part of Russian leaders to hold the race, which is possible. The sex seems to be low.
It is also expected that the race scheduled for September 25th will be transferred to another country, regardless of the wording of the F1 statement. Perhaps the Turkish Grand Prix will be the alternative venue for the third consecutive year.
Nadine Dolly welcomes F1’s “withdrawal” from the Russian Grand Prix in her words following the move of football’s UEFA Champions League final to Paris as part of sanctions in response to recent events. is doing.
“The withdrawal of the Russian Grand Prix is even clearer to President Putin that the international sports community will not wait and will not allow the use of these events to justify an illegal and deadly invasion of Ukraine. It’s a message, “said Nadine Dolly.
“We welcome the actions taken by the FIA and its drivers. We are working in step with the governing body associated with the international sporting event to be held in Russia this year and are urging them to follow suit. “
LDP lawmaker Jamie Stone said he wrote to F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali, citing Sebastian Vettel’s declaration to boycott the race in Russia, Nadine. -Dollies is not the only British politician who has expressed that view.
“It is imperative that other countries in the world unite to condemn Putin’s actions, including international sports organizations such as F1,” Jamie Stone said.
“Russia must not be allowed to host prestigious sporting events. The Russian Grand Prix should not be held this year.”
“I know Putin is anxious for his position and recognition on the global stage. It would be resentful if the world saw Putin on the F1 podium in Sochi following the race. Let’s
“I agree with former F1 World Champion Sebastian Vettel saying he will boycott the race if it’s held. F1 needs to follow their lead and cancel the event.”
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