Several grid girls have criticised and even ridiculed Formula 1’s decision to abolish what has until now been a traditional role in the sport. F1’s American owners Liberty Media declared that the practice of employing grid girls was “at odds with modern-day societal norms” on Wednesday and have scrapped it with immediate effect. The move follows a similar decision made by the Professional Darts Corporation last month and has put other sports in the spotlight, with boxing, UFC and cycling all still hiring glamorous women to entertain crowds at events. But some grid girls have been hitting back at what they perceive to be an invasion of their right to make their own decisions....
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