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Kvyat ‘refused' to denounce Russia – official

Aug.1 Former F1 driver Daniil Kvyat 'refused' to denounce Russia in order to continue his FIA-sanctioned motor racing career. That is the claim of Viktor Kiryanov, the president of Russia's automobile federation and a member of the FIA World Motor Sport Council since 2009. He was speaking after Kvyat made his debut in America's premier motor racing category Nascar at the weekend – even though the 28-year-old former Red Bull star was uncompetitive and ultimately retired from the race in Indianapolis. 'It was very nice to get a chance in Nascar,' Kvyat said. 'It's a great example of sportsmanship. 'Sports are for everyone here, and that's great,' he added, referring to the way many...
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