Lewis Hamilton can arguably be called the greatest who ever graced the world of F1. With over 100 race wins and seven world championships to date, its size is beyond question. The British racing driver, despite being a legend himself, recently revealed his admiration for NFL star Tom Brady in a chat with CNN.
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In the interview, the 36-year-old Brit showed his appreciation for Brady’s leadership skills and his attention to detail. Additionally, Hamilton also shared if he has any thoughts of competing at the highest level by the age of 50, just as Brady recently claimed.
Formula 1 F1 – Russian Grand Prix – Sochi Autodrom, Sochi, Russia – September 26, 2021, Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes after winning the Pool race via REUTERS / Yuri Kochetkov
“He’s such an incredible leader” – Lewis Hamilton is in awe of Tom Brady
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Speaking to CNN Sport’s Coy Wire, Hamilton directly recognized the greatness of Tom Brady. According to him, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers star has a mentality that is second to none. His drive, his training regime and his striving for perfection characterize him. The Mercedes driver also highlighted the NFL legend’s leadership skills.
“I think it’s really an athlete’s mentality: the drive, the training program, the attention to detail and the constant pursuit of perfection. But also the element of teamwork, being the team leader, being part of a large group of people who are all working towards a common goal, ”he said. “He’s such an incredible leader so I’m taking more inspiration from that,” he added.
Will Hamilton race until he’s 50?
When joking about gambling until the age of 50, the F1 star decided to stay shy and said he hadn’t thought about it. The only thing he confirmed was that he would never give up recreational level sport. “I don’t think I’ll be racing until I’m 50. But who knows? I’ll do things like that for sure, ”he said with a smile. “Whether it’s skydiving, whether it’s surfing, whether it’s just a local route, go-karting with friends or whatever. I think I’ll never give it up, but maybe I have to work, ”he added.
10/14/2021; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws a touchdown pass to wide receiver Antonio Brown (not pictured) in the first quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
The 44-year-old Tom Brady was recently asked this question by Rob Gronkowski in “Tommy & Gronky”, to which the quarterback cheekily replied that it would not be that difficult. He was confident that he would make it. “Can Tom Brady Play Until He’s 50?” Gronkowski asked – to which Brady playfully replies: “I don’t find it that difficult … so I feel like I can play and then slide into retirement.” [in Florida]. I think i can. It’s a ‘yes’. “
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