The 35-year-old’s comments came after he won the Hungarian Grand Prix on Sunday, where he was frustrated by the lack of drive on display.
Hamilton was wearing a Black Lives Matter jersey when he knelt before the race, but many other drivers were late for the rally, which was organized before the last three races, or remained on its feet.
“There is definitely not enough support for that,” Hamilton told reporters, according to PA Media. “It’s like he’s off the agenda. He lacks leadership.
“From the drivers’ point of view, many appear to be of the opinion that they have done it once and will not do it again.”
The reigning world champion called the “lack of union” “shameful” in a post-race social media post and urged the governing bodies of the sport to focus more.
“Today I felt rushed and lacked organization and effort, which in turn dilutes the message and makes it seem like there is something more important.”
CNN has reached out to the Grand Prix Drivers Association for comment, but has yet to receive a response.
F1 underscores commitment
The Mercedes driver also said he would contact FIA President Jean Todt to encourage the sport to convey a more consistent message.
“We have not progressed. We have not changed anything. It takes a leader. Where is Jean? [Todt] in that scenario?
“It shouldn’t be up to me to call the teams for not being responsible for the issue. That should come from the top down and from the higher powers, who pull the strings.”
The FIA, the governing body of motorsports, has reaffirmed its commitment to fighting global racism and recently pledged a million euros to boost diversity in sport.
Formula One issued a statement in response to Hamilton’s latest comments, underscoring his dedication to fighting all forms of discrimination.
“Ending racism and increasing diversity and inclusion in F1 is a clear priority and something that everyone supports,” he said.
“We established our plans for diversity and inclusion last November and in recent weeks we announced additional plans to create a Task Force to address these issues and a foundation with more than $ 1 million already donated to create apprenticeships and job opportunities for under-represented groups. We want to make lasting change and we are taking action to do it. “
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