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Vettel displays his 'pride' colors in Hungary

 

Sebastian Vettel is showing his support this weekend in Hungary for the country's LGBTQ+ community, sporting a special helmet livery that prominently features its 'pride' colors.

Hungary has come under fire by the international community following the recent introduction of a new law banning the representation of homosexuality and transgender individuals in schools and entertainment programs destined to under 18-year-olds.

Lewis Hamilton spoke out on the issue ahead of this weekend's event, calling the Hungarian government's stance "unacceptable and cowardly".

But the seven-time world champion isn't the only F1 driver to voice his concerns, with Vettel marching into the Budapest paddock wearing a pair of trainers emblazoned with a pride rainbow, and his helmet is a variation on the same theme.

“Everyone is free to do what they want, and exactly that I guess is the point,” Vettel said. “I find it embarrassing for a country who is in the European Union having to vote, having some laws like this as part of their [legislation].

“I just think we’ve had so many opportunities to learn in the past, and I can’t understand why you are struggling to see that everybody should be free to do what they like, love who they like. It’s along the lines of live and let live.

“So it’s obviously not for us to make the law, and that’s not our role. But I think just to express the support for those who are affected by it [is].”

Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.

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