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Race preview: Monteiro hoping history repeats when the WTCR turns 100 and the Joker Lap returns to

Three years after he was roared to victory on the streets of Vila Real, home hero Tiago Monteiro will lead the WTCR − FIA World Touring Car Cup’s eagerly anticipated return to the epicentre of northern Portuguese motor racing later this week. With the brake dust still settling following an all-action WTCR Race of Spain weekend at MotorLand Aragón, the series heads west to an iconic round-the-houses track that has been kept off the calendar since 2019 due to the global health pandemic.

Lewis Hamilton calls for action amid storm over racist comment from Nelson Piquet

SAO PAULO: Lewis Hamilton called for action to change "archaic mindsets" after a racist remark about him by Brazilian triple champion Nelson Piquet emerged on social media, triggering widespread condemnation.

Lewis Hamilton: FIA react to racist slur by Nelson Piquet as calls for BAN rise

The 69-year-old Brazilian used a racially offensive term to refer to Hamilton in a podcast which has sparked outrage in the F1 community and beyond. Mr Hamilton said: "It's more than language. These archaic mindsets need to change and have no place in our sport. I've been surrounded by these attitudes and targeted my whole life. There has been plenty of time to learn. Time has come for action." Mr Piquet has a history of making unsavoury and unpleasant statements. During his driving career, he publicly questioned Ayrton Senna's sexuality and called his rival "the Sao Paulo taxi driver" as well as making offensive comments about Nigel Mansell and the Briton's wife when they were team-mates at Williams.

Lewis Hamilton LIVE: FIA react to racist slur by Nelson Piquet as calls for BAN rise

The 69-year-old Brazilian used a racially offensive term to refer to Hamilton in a podcast which has sparked outrage in the F1 community and beyond. Mr Hamilton said: "It's more than language. These archaic mindsets need to change and have no place in our sport. I've been surrounded by these attitudes and targeted my whole life. There has been plenty of time to learn. Time has come for action." Mr Piquet has a history of making unsavoury and unpleasant statements. During his driving career, he publicly questioned Ayrton Senna's sexuality and called his rival "the Sao Paulo taxi driver" as well as making offensive comments about Nigel Mansell and the Briton's wife when they were team-mates at Williams.

Manchester United star Raphael Varane sends message to Lewis Hamilton amid Nelson Piquet racial abuse row

Manchester United defender Raphael Varane has sent a message of support to Lewis Hamilton after Nelson Piquet used a racially-abusive term about him.

Juri Vips: Red Bull terminate Estonian's contract after racial slur investigation

Red Bull have confirmed that Juri Vips will be leaving the team as its test and reserve driver with immediate effect after an investigation into the use of a racial slur by the Estonian.

Nagy relishes time up front in the WTCR

Dániel Nagy’s impressive WTCR – FIA World Touring Car Cup progression shows no sign of slowing down after he led a round of the series for the first time. Hungarian Nagy overtook Ma Qing Hua for top spot in Race 2 at MotorLand Aragón on Sunday with a fine passing move. Although he couldn’t maintain his advantage for long, his eventual capture of fourth place represented another strong display by the 24-year-old.

Lewis Hamilton, F1's lone Black driver, says 'archaic mindsets' about colour must change

Formula One great Lewis Hamilton said "archaic mindsets" have to change after retired champion Nelson Piquet reportedly used a racial slur against him.

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Race preview: Monteiro hoping history repeats when the WTCR turns 100 and the Joker Lap returns to

Lewis Hamilton calls for action amid storm over racist comment from Nelson Piquet

Lewis Hamilton: FIA react to racist slur by Nelson Piquet as calls for BAN rise

Lewis Hamilton LIVE: FIA react to racist slur by Nelson Piquet as calls for BAN rise

Manchester United star Raphael Varane sends message to Lewis Hamilton amid Nelson Piquet racial abuse row

Juri Vips: Red Bull terminate Estonian's contract after racial slur investigation

Nagy relishes time up front in the WTCR

Lewis Hamilton, F1's lone Black driver, says 'archaic mindsets' about colour must change