Zayn Malik criticises Grammys voting and says it is vulnerable to ‘racism’

Singer Zayn Malik has criticised a ‘lack of transparency’ at the Grammy Awards (Mark Runnacles/PA)

Singer Zayn Malik has criticised a “lack of transparency” at the Grammy Awards, alleging the nomination process allows favouritism and racism to influence voting.

The former One Direction star shared a strongly worded tweet, saying unless artists “shake hands and send gifts” they stand no chance of being recognised.