In recent years, several high-profile Formula One drivers have used Grand Prix races to openly take a stand for a cause, in particular with messages on their clothing or helmet.
The decision comes at a time when cities across China further unwound Covid restrictions Friday, loosening testing and quarantine rules in the wake of nationwide protests calling for an end to lockdowns and greater political freedoms.
Two-time world champion Max Verstappen claimed a record-extending 15th win this year with a "sublime" performance for Red Bull in Sunday's tight and strategic Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Max Verstappen outpaced teammate Sergio Perez to grab pole position for Sunday's season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix as Red Bull locked out the front row in a closely-fought qualifying session.
Max Verstappen recovered his confidence and poise on Friday when he topped the times for Red Bull ahead of Mercedes' George Russell in opening practice at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton topped the times ahead of his Mercedes team-mate George Russell in Friday's opening practice at this weekend's season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Max Verstappen on Thursday hit back at what he called "sickening" and "unacceptable" news reports and online threats following his refusal to follow team orders at last Sunday's Brazilian Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton returns to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix this weekend 11 months on from one of the most rancorous days in Formula One history insisting he has put the past behind him
An irritable Max Verstappen refused to give up sixth place to Red Bull team-mate Sergio Perez on the final laps of Sunday's Sao Paulo Grand Prix with a rasping rebuke on team radio.
George Russell powered to his maiden Grand Prix victory ahead of team-mate Lewis Hamilton on Sunday as Mercedes ended their barren run with a triumphant one-two at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
Mercedes George Russell claimed the first victory of his Formula One career on Saturday when he won a closely-contested sprint race at the Brazilian Grand Prix.
Esteban Ocon topped the times for Alpine ahead of Red Bull's Sergio Perez in Saturday's uneventful second practice at this weekend's Brazilian Grand Prix
Lewis Hamilton returns to the scene of one of his greatest triumphs this weekend hoping to celebrate again by giving Brazil a 'home' winner at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix