Lando Norris and Sebastian Vettel called for tough punishments for fans who abuse fellow race-goers – but the Brit believes a lifetime ban from Formula 1 would be going too far.
The Austrian Grand Prix was marred by reports of appalling behaviour from some fans in the grandstands. Victims took to social media to detail the racism, homophobia and misogyny they had encountered at the Red Bull Ring.
F1 chiefs were quick to condemn those dishing out the abuse, and called on the event promotor to tighten security. And Lewis Hamilton said he was "disgusted" by the reports and asked witnesses to come forward.
