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Ex-Formula One driver Karun Chandhok points out racism incident, bats for diversity in sport
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Karun Chandhok competed in Formula 1 between 2009-2010. He is now a well-respected commentator and alongside seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, one of the few non-white faces seen in the paddock.
Denied entry into a restaurant on the basis of his skin colour recently, former Grand Prix driver-turned TV expert Karun Chandhok says more awareness needs to be created against racism through Formula 1 though it has already taken “impressive” steps to address the issue. Chandhok competed in Formula 1 between 2009-2010. He is now a well-respected commentator and alongside seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, one of the few non-white faces seen in the paddock. Speaking to PTI from the UK after posting about his recent experience at a restaurant on social media, Chandhok said he would not dwell on the past but focus on contributing to make the sport more diverse including having more Indians on board.More Related News