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Hamilton talks down media standoff

Lewis Hamilton has played down his response to media criticisms from Japan as he explains how he uses social media to speak directly to fans ahead of his preparation to claw back points in the F1 world championship battle. After receiving a backlash for his behaviour in the FIA Thursday drivers' press conference at Suzuka, when Hamilton was using 'Snapchat' on his phone, the Mercedes driver refused to answer questions from the written media after qualifying for the Japanese Grand Prix. The reigning F1 world champion has also reportedly blocked a number of journalists on Twitter while his resolve not to speak to sections of the press was tested when he was requested to attend the FIA...
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