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F1's Lewis Hamilton says he'll keep driving to achieve dream of racing in Africa

Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton welcomed Formula 1’s plan to return to Africa, saying he’ll extend his career until he can race on the continent.

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00:00Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton welcomed Formula 1's plan to return to Africa, saying he'll
00:06extend his career until he can race on the continent.
00:10The seven-time Formula 1 champion and the sport's only black driver, Hamilton said it's
00:17been his dream.
00:18Last week, Formula 1 announced a 10-year contract with Rwanda to host a Grand Prix starting
00:25in the early 2030s.
00:27It will be the first time Formula 1 has raced in Africa since 1993.
00:34Rights activists criticised the choice of Rwanda, pointing to abuses by President Paul
00:40Kagame and his government.
00:43Hamilton acknowledged the issue, but said he'd approach it with humility.
00:48He said going there doesn't mean you neglect the things that are happening there.

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