The final Formula 1 race turned into a roller coaster ride. For Lewis Hamilton this journey ended with second place in the world championship race. A result that could have far-reaching consequences.
Former Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone believes Lewis Hamilton will step down. He told the Swiss newspaper “Blick” about a phone call with Hamilton’s father: “I immediately sensed that he wouldn’t answer a question about his son’s future. So we only talked about business!” When asked what was wrong with Lewis, he said: “I don’t know, but I don’t think he’s coming back. His disappointment is too big. And you can somehow understand that. Now it would be time to with seven World Cup titles like Michael Schumacher to tackle his dream of becoming a fashion entrepreneur. “
Mercedes could hardly cope with a loss of Hamilton, said the 91-year-old, who also added: “But Lewis could only lose in 2022. Who knows how the new cars will reposition the field. With George Russell he would get an ambitious team-mate from Incidentally, I’m not as convinced as many experts. And then let’s not forget Verstappen. With him, Hamilton has finally found an equal opponent after many years. “
For the Dutchman, Ecclestone is already full of praise: “I claim: Max is currently the best racing driver in the world.”
Speculation about Hamilton’s future also picked up around Christmas. Because the Briton unfollowed all accounts on Instagram, including those of Formula 1 and Mercedes. But whether that actually means anything remains doubtful.
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