Lewis Hamilton renews push for Africa to stage F1 Grand Prix

• Lewis Hamilton has called for African nations to “take back” their continent from former colonial powers during an impassioned speech at the Australian Grand Prix.
• The seven-time F1 world champion, who has African heritage, expressed his belief that Africa has the resources to become the “most powerful place in the world”.
• Hamilton highlighted his personal connection to Africa, having visited ten countries and having roots in places like Togo and Benin.
• He has been advocating for an F1 Grand Prix in Africa for several years, noting it is the only habitable continent without a race.
• Hamilton stated his determination not to leave the sport before an F1 race is staged in Africa, mentioning South Africa, Rwanda and Morocco as potential hosts.

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Lewis Hamilton implores people of Africa to ‘take back’ their continent in impassioned speech