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Verstappen: F1 in Saudi Arabia - Not a fix, but hope
© XPB Phillip van Osten
14/03/2024 at 10:3414/03/2024 at 10:33 Max Verstappen says Formula 1 “won’t change the world” and can’t solve complex political and social issues in a country, but the sport should nevertheless continue to share its positive values where it travels. Formula 1's presence in Saudi Arabia remains a contentious issue. Since 2021, critics have denounced it as "sportswashing”, accusing the Kingdom of exploiting prestigious events such as its home Grand Prix to distract from human rights violations and project a more positive image. Questioned on the topic last weekend in Jeddah, Verstappen acknowledged the concerns but suggested a more nuanced...
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