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Hamilton: First time I've not felt alone on racism

BUDAPEST, Hungary -- For the first time in his Formula One career, Lewis Hamilton said he did not feel alone after receiving racist abuse online and has thanked rival teams and drivers for offering their support following the British Grand Prix. Hamilton was subjected to racist abuse on social media after colliding with title rival Max Verstappen at his home event and winning the race. Social media firm Facebook confirmed it had removed racist comments from its photo-sharing platform Instagram on the Monday following the race. The 36-year-old Mercedes driver was targeted online hours after the victory, with racist messages including monkey emojis sent as replies to a post by his Mercedes...
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