Formula 1 has never been immune from intrigue and controversy, but in recent weeks, peripheral issues have become more important than racing. For instance, the Christian Horner affair continues to simmer in the paddock, while now FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has also come under fire. There are allegations he interfered in the outcome of a Grand Prix. Lewis Hamilton, who has been active in the sport for 18 years, finds it sad to see what is happening.