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Max Verstappen admitted that politics aren’t his “expertise” when he was probed on the topic of sportswashing claims against Gulf
Sportswashing is a term used when countries with a poor human rights record attempt to improve their public image through sports events and promotions. Qatar and Saudi Arabia’s additions to the F1 calendar are examples of nations with controversial human rights practices. While F1 drivers like Verstappen emphasize the importance of focusing on sport, not politics, to encourage positive change, there are criticisms regarding the fairness and inclusivity within the sport itself. Drivers like Leclerc stress the role of F1 in promoting good values and opening minds in countries with political challenges. Despite ongoing scrutiny, drivers aim to inspire positive change and cultural understanding through their actions on and off the track.
