Hamilton can continue to wear jewelry during GP weekends for the time being | NOW

Lewis Hamilton may continue to wear jewelry in the car during Formula 1 Grand Prix weekends for the time being. The FIA ​​has postponed the announced tightening of the rules until the end of June.

From the moment the FIA ​​announced that it would check the drivers for jewelry such as piercings and rings, there was resistance from the drivers. Hamilton, who wears multiple piercings, was one of the biggest opponents, but some colleagues also supported him.

The FIA ​​wants no jewelry to be worn, as this is especially dangerous in the event of a fire. Metallic objects on the skin can quickly heat up and cause severe burns. The protesting drivers stated that this is their own responsibility.

As a result of the commotion, the medical committee entered into discussions with the drivers. “It is positive that they want to work with us in this area,” Hamilton said in an initial response at the Monaco Grand Prix on Friday.

‘Too much time and attention is already being spent on this subject’

Hamilton continues to find it incomprehensible that the rules are being tightened. “I’ve been driving in Formula 1 since 2007 and it was never a problem. I don’t see why it should be now.”

Hamilton said he has removed the jewelry in his ear. “I always do that, but my nose ring is still there. I’m mainly afraid that they will start worrying about this every weekend. Too much time and attention is already being spent on this subject. Formula 1 has bigger problems than this. “

It is mainly Hamilton who is working hard not to make the rules more difficult, but there are also drivers who would like to race with their wedding ring. The FIA ​​may make an exception for wedding rings.