Hamilton raises eyebrows with statements: has the love for Ferrari cooled off?
Lewis Hamilton at the Belgian Grand Prix
Tim Kraaij is Editor-in-Chief of GPblog.com and a Formula 1 analyst. With permanent FIA accreditation and direct access to the paddock, he delivers in-depth, data-driven analysis and insight into key developments within the sport.
Is Lewis Hamilton tired of Formula 1? It seemed so after the qualifying in Hungary, and after Sunday's Grand Prix, Hamilton has not been able to alleviate those concerns.
After qualifying for the Grand Prix of Hungary, Hamilton was clear. According to Hamilton, it was not because of Ferrari or the car that he was so slow, it was due to Lewis himself. Hamilton therefore suggested that Ferrari might need to replace the driver – himself.
A bold statement from Hamilton that stirred up a lot of dust. After the Grand Prix, the Sky Sports reporter tried to get clarification, but it didn't really come.
Is Hamilton done with Formula 1?
''Not particularly, when you have a feeling, you have a feeling. There's a lot going on in the background that's not great,'' says the extremely disappointed Hamilton. Asked if he lost his love for F1, he stated: ''No, I still love it''
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Hamilton was called to the stewards along with Max Verstappen for a move Verstappen pulled during the race. Hamilton did not go to the stewards, and later it was announced that Verstappen would not receive a penalty.
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