F1 driver Doohan says armed men confronted him in Miami after death threats

Australia’s Jack Doohan says received death threats before being dropped by F1 team Alpine, six races into last season.

27 Feb, 11:22 — 27 Feb, 11:22

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Why this matters

This story highlights the severe and dangerous consequences that can arise from professional decisions in high-stakes sports, particularly for public figures like F1 drivers. The alleged death threats and physical confrontation underscore serious concerns about athlete safety and the potential for extreme reactions from fans or other parties following career setbacks, such as being dropped from a team.

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