Russian go-carter Artem Severyukhin is fired by his team. Artem gave a Nazi salute on the podium after winning the CIK-FIA Karting European Championship in Portugal on Sunday. for which these actions have been taken against him. The FIA has launched an investigation into the matter. According to the news, a ban may also be imposed on this young racer.
The Italy side was participating
Russian broker on behalf of his country due to the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia can not play. The Russian national anthem will also not be played at the award ceremony after the race. So he participated in this race under the Italian flag.
After breaking down on the podium after the race, he patted his chest and put his right hand out. Hitler and the Italian fascist dictator Benito Mussolini also made similar gestures. However, the young runner has completely denied that he gave a Nazi salute. He says that he was having fun and coming on to family and friends.
Artem Severyukhin issued a statement
This controversy Artem Severiukhin has issued his statement about it. He said, he was happy to win the European Championship round. I am from Russia and had greeted my team and family. Someone has taken it the wrong way. I have thanked them. I support my country, Russia.
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