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F1 world champion Hamilton condemns racist abuse of England players

October 11, 2020 Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton celebrates on the podium after winning the race Pool via REUTERS

Seven times Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton has voiced support for the three Black England soccer players who missed penalties in the Euro 2020 final on Sunday, after they were subjected to a torrent of racist abuse on social media.

Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka missed their spot-kicks as Italy won 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra time at Wembley Stadium.

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