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FIA reacts after F1 drivers abused
The FIA has released an official statement addressing online abuse, highlighting incidents involving F1 stars Jack Doohan and Yuki Tsunoda during the Imola Grand Prix weekend. Both drivers faced vile abuse from a portion of Franco Colapinto fans on social media. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem previously condemned the abuse and promoted the FIA’s United Against Online Abuse campaign. Recent reports reveal F1 journalists like Lee McKenzie and Rachel Brookes have also been targets of harmful comments online. The FIA’s latest statement, issued on International Day of Countering Hate Speech, emphasizes the need to protect athletes, journalists, and others in the sports community from online abuse. This ongoing initiative aims to combat abuse through research, education programs, and partnerships, urging social media platforms to enhance protections for individuals in the F1 world.
