Former F1 chief Bernie Ecclestone made a shocking statement in support of Russia’s invasion of Vladimir Putin in Ukraine, and in the same interview made a racist statement to Lewis Hamilton that came to light earlier this week. He also suggested that it should be “ignored.”
91-year-old Bernie Ecclestone, who starred in Good Morning Britain, said of his friendship with President Putin, “I will still bear the brunt for him.” I did what I believed to be right. He did it for Russia. ”
“Unfortunately, he’s like many businessmen. Like me, we sometimes make mistakes. When we make mistakes, we have to do our best to get out of it,” Bernie said.・ Ecclestone added.
Asked about Nelson Piquet’s recent racist remarks to Lewis Hamilton, Bernie Ecclestone said, “I’ve known Nelson for a very long time. I was with him a few weeks ago. But I would say that nothing bad would mean. “
“He thinks that much of what he said may upset us or make us feel a little uncomfortable … for him, that’s nothing. It’s just part of the conversation. “
“I’m surprised that Lewis didn’t ignore it, or could have answered better, but he’s out now and Nelson apologized.”
Since this statement, F1 has moved away from Bernie Ecclestone.
“Bernie Ecclestone’s comments are his personal view and in stark contrast to the modern values of our sport.”
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