Lewis Hamilton said Friday he is ready to tackle his new Formula One season. After getting over the “difficult time” after the tragic closing of his world championships for 2021. The British driver spoke to the media for the first time. In a while since losing the championship under unorthodox circumstances against Max Verstappen Abu Dhabi on 12 December.
Hamilton was in the prime position to claim the record-breaking eighth title in the world during the season’s finale. But the controversial restart of the safety car permitted Dutch driver Verstappen. To beat his British opponent on the final lap. Hamilton declared that his race in Yas Marina was “manipulated. Following Masi’s decision to let the race start again and give Verstappen a chance to win the race.
What took place at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix?
Following Saturday’s race, Hamilton found himself disappointed when Hamilton was unable to win his record eighth championship. Hamilton felt the race was close to winning an unprecedented eight Formula One titles. After leading for 57 laps around the Yas Marina circuit in Abu Dhabi.
But everything went into a disaster for Hamilton. After Nicholas Latifi collided with the wall and the safety vehicle was called in. Hamilton was now seven seconds ahead of Max Verstappen.
As lapped cars were allowed to take a break Red Bull’s Max Verstappen was in striking distance from Hamilton. And made the most of the opportunity to get past Hamilton Mercedes driver on the final lap. Hamilton was 2nd on the podium, and so was unable to win the Drivers Championship to Verstappen. Who was running alongside Hamilton in points going into the season’s finale at Abu Dhabi?
“I can understand that in the initial days following the race you’re not thrilled. But it’s important to remember that it’s racing. He should reflect on the things he’s accomplished so far. This should provide him with some peace of mind. And also provide him with the determination to keep continuing. Because he’s striving to win that 8th title, and he will succeed next time around.
Lewis Hamilton confirms Formula return 2022 season
Mercedes has confirmed Hamilton will return for a tenth season with the team. When Hamilton made an appearance at the launch of their car for 2022. Lewis Hamilton will return to Formula One for the 2022 season. According to the seven-time world champion has confirmed the news.
Hamilton was seen alongside Teammate George Russell as Mercedes unveiled their 2022-spec car in Silverstone on Friday. The unveiling ended the months of uncertainty over Hamilton’s future within the sport. Hamilton states that it took him some time to recover from the experience. With the help of his family and friends.
In a post-race reflection on the time after racing. Hamilton was seen alongside teammate George Russell and team boss Toto Wolff. He said: “It was a difficult period for me as well as was a time. When I had to step back and look at the moment.