Lewis Hamilton has never been afraid to speak out about issues that he believes should be brought to light. He used his position to express his opinions on a range of topics, most notably when Susie Wolff was the subject of an FIA-backed investigation. David Coulthard, a former driver, wants Hamilton to stop surfacing in rare incidents like this, though. As he has always asked the FIA to do, he instead wants the seven-time world champion to demonstrate how to be more accountable and transparent.
Coulthard and Eddie Jordan talked about the strange Susie Wolff inquiry conducted by the FIA in a recent episode of the Formula for Success podcast. They both thought it was incorrect, and Coulthard mentioned Hamilton’s thoughts on the matter. Curiosity struck Coulthard when the Mercedes driver, in defending Wolff, stated that he had never backed FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem in the first place.
Coulthard requests that Hamilton set the example by being upfront and honest.Lewis Hamilton has asked for increased transparency and responsibility. Actually, I’m always a little interested about that. For it seems as though individuals are requesting things without having to fulfill the request. Rather than just being open and transparent when there’s a dispute, set an example for others to follow.”
Hamilton has been one of the more vocal drivers in Formula One. He has brought attention to off-track topics including human rights, diversity in society, and LGBTQ+ rights during a number of Formula One races. However, before he speaks out, Coulthard wants him to be more forthcoming when things aren’t getting out of hand.
Why Lewis Hamilton disagreed with Susie Wolff Coulthard’s remarks
Wolff was defended by Hamilton. In response to the FIA’s startling allegations against the F1 Academy boss, he and his co-host Eddie Jordan spoke up for her. A possible conflict of interest involving her spouse, Toto, the CEO and team principal of Mercedes, was brought against her.
The FIA dismissed the matter after a few weeks of investigation, but Wolff was furious. She launched a criminal complaint against the F1 regulatory body ahead of the Australian Grand Prix earlier this month, and Hamilton believed it was necessary to take that action. He applauded Susie Wolff for going public with this and hailed her fortitude.
At this point, Hamilton mentioned that the FIA should accept responsibility for its mistakes, according to a Sky Sports report. For the sake of the sport and the fans, he pleaded with the FIA to be transparent.
