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F1 jewellery ban - Is FIA going a step too far?

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F1 jewellery ban - Is FIA going a step too far?

Ewan Gale
Thursday 12 May 2022 06:00

F1's jewellery debate was reignited at the Miami Grand Prix with the majority of drivers rallying behind Lewis Hamilton.

Sebastian Vettel suggested the Mercedes driver was being targeted whilst Pierre Gasly revealed he wears jewellery for religious reasons.

The move to clampdown on accessories is seen as a safety procedure, yet former F1 driver Romain Grosjean hinted at being "protected" by his wedding ring in his fiery Bahrain Grand Prix crash two years ago.

So is the debate over jewellery needed in F1? Let us know below!

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