Lewis Hamilton refused to answer questions from journalists at his press briefing following qualifying for the Japanese GP. Hamilton said he was reacting to coverage of his use of Snapchat during Thursdays press conference.The other day was a super light-hearted thing and if I was disrespectful to any of you guys, or if you felt I was disrespectful, it was honestly not the intention. It was just a little bit of fun, Hamilton said in a calm, but short, address to the assembled media. But what was more disrespectful was what was then written worldwide. Unfortunately, there are some people here [and] its not them thats done it and unfortunately the decision I will take affects those who have been super supportive. Thats why Im saying its with the utmost respect.I dont really plan on sitting here many more times for these kind of things. My apologies, and I hope you guys enjoy the rest of the weekend. The Formula 1 Gossip column The latest rumour and speculation from the F1 paddock It remains to be seen how Hamiltons refusal is depicted by the snubbed media corps.You might read about Lewis Hamilton storming out of a Merc press briefing just now. He didnt, tweeted Sky F1s Ted Kravitz. He simply said that the reaction to Thurs press conf had disappointed him and he wasnt going to answer questions. LH wished everyone a good rest of weekend and left. Totally his prerogative. A classic bit of F1 off-track tension.Appearing distracted and uninterested, Hamilton was widely criticised by sections of the media for failing to engage during Thursdays conference, preferring instead to film his fellow drivers on Snapchat.One newspaper described Hamilton as a Snap-prat and claimed the bored Brit took a swipe at F1, while another claimed the world champion had moaned on the mobile application.Media snap back at Hamilton over distracted press conferenceLater that evening, Hamilton posted on Twitter: Today was meant to be fun, not at all disrespectful. Some people take themselves too seriously. I had a blast, highlight of my day!Re press conference, its been the same for 10 years. Its not the media or mediator, its the format. Fans should be asking the questions!! Lewis Hamilton explains to Sky F1 why he was happy to qualify in second place for the Japanese GP Hamilton has qualified in second place for Sundays Japanese GP, live on Sky Sports F1 from 6am, the position from which he started for both of his Suzuka victories in 2014 and 2015.Speaking immediately after the session, Hamilton said: History has shown you dont have to be on pole to get the win and Im happy with qualifying. Its been a weekend a lot of work, getting the set-up right, some big changes went into qualifying.Considering that, to be that close, I was really happy with it. I did as well as I could I think. Nico did a great job and he has done all weekend. Also See: WATCH: Nico and Lewis so close Whens the Japanese GP on Sky? Lewis wants repeat of history The Formula 1 Gossip Column CHEAP NFL JERSEYS CHINA AUTHENTIC . More importantly, he is trying to show his young teammates the Colorado are still post-season contenders. He hopes winning a series at home was a fresh start. WHOLESALE MLB JERSEYS . By then it was clear: The 76ers were going to win for the first time in two months, and they were going to do it with ease. The 76ers snapped their NBA record-tying, 26-game losing streak, routing the Detroit Pistons 123-98 on Saturday night to avoid establishing the longest skid in U. http://www.cheapmlbauthenticjerseys.com/. Next up, the Baltimore Ravens, Cincinnati Bengals, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Cleveland Browns in the AFC North. Baltimore Ravens In 2014, the 8-8 season that the Baltimore Ravens experienced was to be expected. CHINA JERSEYS . On July 27 cyclings best-known race will host "La Course by Le Tour de France" -- a one-day womens competition staged hours before Tour riders race on the same circuit to finish the three-week event on Paris Champs-Elysees. JERSEYS FROM CHINA . "I wasnt waving the pom-poms to be involved with it to start with," Carlyle said after a 5-2 win over Carolina on Sunday night. "Its been a trying time. "Specifically we havent played as well as wed like to hang our hat on.The Winnipeg Jets are in Toronto looking to play the spoiler role tonight in a 6:00ct start at Air Canada Centre. The (34-34-10) Jets have 78 points and were mathematically eliminated from playoff contention following Thursdays loss at home to Pittsburgh. Ondrej Pavelec will start in goal. He has a 8-4-2 record in 14 games lifetime against the Leafs. Following this mornings pregame skate, head coach Paul Maurice said he has "a couple of game-time decisions" to make with his lineup. Devin Setoguchi took Bryan Littles center spot with Andrew Ladd and Michael Frolik during this mornings skate, however Maurice confirmed Little will play. Jets Projected Lines: Ladd-Little-FrolikByfuglien-Jokinen-WheelerKane-ODell-HalischukTangradi-Slater-Peluso Enstrom-PostmaStuart-TroubaPardy-Redmond Thee (38-32-8) Maple Leafs have 84 points and trail Columbus by one point for an Eastern Conference Wild Card playoff spot.dddddddddddd James Reimer will start in goal. Toronto is expected to dress 11 forwards and seven defencemen. Maple Leafs Projected Lines: van Riemsdyk-Bozak-KesselKulemin-Kadri-ClarksonRaymond-Bolland-LupulMcClement-Bodie Gunnarsson-PhaneufGardiner-FransonGleason-RiellyRanger Cody Franson is on a three-game point streak (one goal and three assists). The Leafs have the number one power play on home ice in the NHL at 25 per cent, while the Jets penalty kill on the road is third in the NHL at 86 per cent. This is the second and final meeting of the season between these teams. Dustin Byfuglien scored the overtime winner January 25 at MTS Centre for a 5-4 Winnipeg win. ' ' '