Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen have been delivering a championship fight for ages. F1 fans will certainly not forget this season as both drivers competed against each other. Hamilton mentioned that despite their intense struggle, he feels no hostility towards Verstappen.
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Hamilton has won 7 world championships in his career and has been involved in some of the most iconic championship fights in F1 history. He said he has been in the sport long enough not to disrupt the fights on the track.
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I know he’s a super fast guy: Lewis Hamilton
As reported by Motorsport.com, the Mercedes driver stated that he has no hostile relationship with Verstappen, comparing it to the one he had in the fight against Rosberg. He also mentioned that he understands what Verstappen is going through in the title fight.
“Look, I’ve raced against people who showed something on a face, but actually it’s something else,” said Hamilton.
Formula 1 F1 – Qatar Grand Prix – Losail International Circuit, Lusail, Qatar – November 21, 2021, Mercedes Lewis Hamilton sprays champagne as he celebrates on the podium after finishing the race with second placed Red Bull Max Verstappen REUTERS / Thaier Al – Sudanese
“I’m 36, I’ve been doing this for a long time, so it’s not the first time I’ve met a driver who was good and bad in some ways. I think I’m in a much better position to deal with, deal with this. Especially in the spotlight and under the pressure of sport.
“I know he’s a super fast guy and he just keeps getting stronger over time which he no doubt will,” said Hamilton.
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Like Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton is a generation talent. The Brit said he made a lot of mistakes when Verstappen was old. He delved into his struggles with the pressure and life in the spotlight.
Formula 1 F1 – Brazilian Grand Prix – Jose Carlos Pace Circuit, Sao Paulo, Brazil – November 14th 2021, Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes celebrates winning the Pool race via REUTERS / Lars Baron
“Look at me when I was 24 or 25. Gosh, the mistakes I made back then. I had the speed, but I’ve had a lot of different experiences outside of the car and also in the spotlight, the pressure to be at the top.
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I don’t think I did a lot back then, so I won’t do that to anyone, ”said the Mercedes driver.
It’s refreshing to see Hamilton reflect on his championship rival’s emotions. The experience of fighting for championships made the 7-time world champion more thoughtful and honest.
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