Hamilton puts racial taunts in past to praise Spanish fans

LEWIS HAMILTON has praised the Spanish fans ahead of their home grand prix in Barcelona this weekend.

Thu, 24 Apr, 2008 - 01:00

Hamilton’s comments also come prior to the launch of the FIA’s ‘Racing Against Racism’ initiative.

Motorsport’s world governing body immediately acted after abuse was directed at Hamilton during a test session at the Circuit de Catalunya two months ago.

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