Hamilton's mother snubs the 'kids' on her way home from the Chinese GP

After seeing his son achieve his first Grand Prix podium in Ferrari colours, Hamilton's mother decided to fly home alone.

In the Up To Speed podcast, Coulthard revealed why that was the case. He said: "Hamilton's mom was on the flight back. I was talking to her this morning coming off the plane.

Valtteri Bottas also shared an Instagram post about the flight home with Hamilton, Wolff, and George Russell aboard the Mercedes team boss’s private jet.

The seven-time world champion believes a first victory is now closer after achieving his first podium in Shanghai last weekend.

The Briton explained: "I definitely feel that I could say that it’s more in sight than ever before."