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Hamilton motivated by 'scars' of racist abuse
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff says Lewis Hamilton has been partly driven to the stunning success in his career by the "scars" of racist abuse suffered in his junior racing career. Hamilton is the only driver of black heritage in the history of F1 and any barriers have been further broken down by his spectacular run of success in the sport. Article continues under video However, Hamilton has often spoken of his desire to lead greater diversity in Formula 1, suggesting it would be as great a legacy to leave in F1 as all of his racing achievements. His boss Wolff says much of Hamilton's desire has been fuelled by abuse suffered in his youth. Wolff said: "When Lewis was...
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