Last year, if you told F1 fans that Mercedes won’t win a single race next year, they would probably call you a madman. However, what initially seemed unthinkable might soon turn into reality. Lewis Hamilton and co. will be praying for a miracle in Singapore to save some blushes.
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However, there is no hiding place for Mercedes at the moment. They were on the back foot from the very first race of the season. Although they have fought back to some extent, their W-13 car has been nowhere near that of their rivals Ferrari and Red Bull.
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Former Mercedes Team Principal Ross Brawn believes that Lewis and Michael Schumacher’s situation in 2010 is somewhat similar. Schumacher helped the team massively by redefining his role and helped Mercedes build the team that would go on and dominate the better part of the next decade.
Ross believes Lewis Hamilton is doing something similar presently. However, he does not rule out his chances of winning. Brawn said, “Lewis will come back, I’m convinced of that,” the ex-Mercedes team boss emphasized. “Just like his team. I believe that periods of weakness that you have to overcome make you even stronger.”
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Ross Brawn also admits that George Russell can surprise people and challenge Lewis Hamilton for the title. He gave the example of Nico Rosberg when he partnered with Michael Schumacher. Rosberg further went on to win the title by beating Lewis.
Lewis Hamilton still chasing his goal of winning the 8th title
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton has opened up about “the idea” of surpassing Schumacher’s record of 7 World titles and winning his 8th. However, he also spoke about enjoying the journey along the way and inspiring more people.
BAHRAIN, BAHRAIN – MARCH 10: George Russell of Great Britain and Mercedes and Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain and Mercedes talk during Day One of F1 Testing at Bahrain International Circuit on March 10, 2022 in Bahrain, Bahrain. (Photo by Lars Baron – Formula 1/Formula 1 via Getty Images)
Lewis said, “Of course, the idea that no driver in history has ever gone past seven, you want to try and accomplish that.”
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He further added, “But I guess as you get older, you realize the journey is the most important part and the ride that you do with all the people, and all the people that you bring with you, and all the people that you try to elevate.”
However, Lewis did mention that winning the 8th Championship is still one of his major goals. He said, “But from a personal point of view, winning another world title continues to be a goal. I’ll be so proud to be able to do that for this team.”
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Ross Brawn is convinced of Mercedes’ fight back to reclaim their crown on the top from rivals Red Bull. Moreover, he does not believe that Lewis Hamilton will meet the same fate as Michael Schumacher. Do you think Lewis will add to his 7 World Championships?
