McLaren driver Lando Norris opened up on how he lost a considerable number of followers on social media for his stand against racism. Following Lewis Hamilton’s call, Lando Norris led the way in the F1 community by voicing support for the Black Lives Matter movement. The move resulted in some fans unfollowing Norris, but that hasn’t rattled his ideals.

Lando Norris isn’t backing down

Following the public outcry and widespread protests over police brutality and discrimination, Hamilton pulled up F1 for staying silent. Following the reigning World Champion’s call, Norris and several other F1 drivers took to social media to voice out against racism.

Norris lent his support to the Black Lives Matter campaign, urging people to sign petitions, donate or spread the word against hate. Sadly, a portion of his fanbase took offense to his views and decided to unfollow to the 20-year-old.

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Norris enjoys a healthy following across various social media platforms. Across Twitter and Instagram alone, nearly 2 million people follow Lando. Norris disclosed how he lost quite a few followers due to his views. But he maintained that he felt nothing for those who stood against the campaign or his views.

Speaking to the Evening Standard, Norris said:

“It’s the biggest day in terms of the most people that have unfollowed me on all my social media channels. So, it’s weird. You try to do what’s good and what’s right, but also so many people don’t believe in it. If they don’t believe in it, then I’m happy they unfollowed me.

“I got those odd people that just want to be that guy that stands out and says something differently.

“But I’ve got to make the most of the opportunities to show people to believe in what’s right. To be able to inspire others in some ways and make them believe in things more. Whatever way I can try to persuade them to believe in the right thing, I will try and do that.”

Hamilton has been pivotal in leading the charge against discrimination worldwide. The 6 times World Champion often takes to social media to raise awareness against rampant racism worldwide.