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Hamilton: Floyd death has brought back painful memories of racism

Six-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton says the ongoing protests around the death of George Floyd have brought back "vivid memories" of the racism he has faced through his life. Looking back on the Hamilton vs. Rosberg rivalry The N F1 Podcast team looks back on one of Formula One's most intense rivalry, with behind-the-scenes stories and analysis of the major flashpoints. Listen to the latest episode Floyd, who was black, died last week in Minneapolis after Derek Chauvin, a white police officer, kneeled on his neck for more than eight minutes. Chauvin, who was fired on Tuesday, was charged Friday with third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. Three others have...
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