GOSH! This is why I literally want to make this blog just a safe space for people who love this sport.
I can’t believe we are at a point where a 19-year-old rookie has to take time out of social media because of death threats over a racing error.
If you are one of the people attacking Kimi for "rigging" the race, you are bullying him for something that didn't happen.
Red Bull has literally released a statement TODAY admitting they were wrong. They reviewed the footage. They confirmed he lost control of the car and nearly crashed due to dirty air. They apologized for fueling the hate.
He defended against a faster McLaren on fresh tires for laps. He fought until the very end and made a mistake because he was pushing the limit. That is racing.
Imagine being 19, making a mistake at work, and having thousands of people telling you to die. It is disheartening, and it is sick.
Kimi deserves support, not this toxicity. If you’re sending hate to a rookie, you aren’t defending Max or Red Bull; you’re just being a bully.
Bullying a teenager off social media because your favorite driver didn't get a specific result is not being a fan. It’s abusive. Do better!!!
