“We stand united with the people of Ukraine and the motorsport community following the invasion and the unacceptable actions that have unfolded,” said Richards. “This is a time for the international motorsport community to act and show support for the people of Ukraine and our colleagues at the Federation Automobile d’Ukraine (FAU).”
Richards called on other countries to follow the UK and stop Russian drivers or teams from competing.
Yesterday, racing’s international governing body, the FIA, decided not to ban Russian individuals from competing. They can compete under the “FIA flag” in a neutral capacity.
In an emergency session of the World Motor Sport Council, made up of racing officials, the FIA confirmed the cancellation of the Russian Grand Prix. it also announced that no international races will take place in Russia or Belarus until further notice, and has also prevented the display of symbols from both countries.
The International Olympic Committee has called for an international competition ban on all Russian athletes.