Russian former Formula One driver Nikita Mazepin is fighting British sanctions imposed following the invasion of Ukraine in a bid to resurrect his racing career. Lawyers for Mazepin, 24, argued on May 3 in a London court for the sanctions to be overturned so he can negotiate with Formula One teams to return to the sport in 2024. Mazepin was dropped by his team, Haas, which also severed ties with sponsor Uralkali, a Russian fertilizer producer then controlled by his father, Belarus-born oligarch Dmitry Mazepin. Both men were later sanctioned by the European Union, Britain, and Canada.
Russian Former F1 Driver Mazepin Fighting U.K. Sanctions To Revive Career
Russian racing driver Nikita Mazepin (file photo)