Lewis Hamilton Doubts Values with Ferrari “Are Aligned” Over Failed F1 Contract Talks
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Formula One F1 – British Grand Prix – Silverstone Circuit, Silverstone, Britain – Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton celebrates?winning the race on the podium with the trophy Pool via REUTERS/Andrew Boyers
Earlier this season, rumors of Lewis Hamilton moving to Ferrari for 2021 lit up as the entire F1 paddock was anticipating the shocking switch from the Briton.
However, the rumors gradually died down and so did Lewis’ talks with Ferrari. Recently, Lewis opened up on the matter by mentioning that his Ferrari switch “just wasn’t meant to be.”
According to AutoSport, Lewis opened up about his talks with Ferrari. “I was never close at all to ever leaving my team,” he said.
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Formula One F1 – Bahrain Grand Prix – Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain – Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton during the press conference FIA/Handout via REUTERS
“I don’t necessarily know that our values are aligned and timing [wise], it just wasn’t meant to be. I’m not bothered by it. I’m so proud and grateful for the journey that I have with Mercedes.”
The relationship between Lewis and Mercedes has always been a special one. Hence, it is not a surprise that Lewis has yet again chosen Mercedes over Ferrari.
Although the Briton is yet to sign a contract with Mercedes for 2021, it is looking likely that the deal will soon take place.
Lewis Hamilton “tattooed” his loyalty to Mercedes
The seven-time world champion opened up about his loyalty to Mercedes and his intentions on maintaining it in the long term. “I think this is the only team in the history of the sport where you’re long-life family member,” he said.
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“You’re part of the road of evolution and they include you in the family forever. So that’s something. That’s loyalty, which I have tattooed, which is a huge part and such an important value to myself.”
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Formula One F1 – Turkish Grand Prix – Istanbul Park, Istanbul, Turkey – Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton poses with his dog and teammates as he celebrates after winning the race and the world championship Pool via REUTERS/Clive Mason
Lewis joined the team in 2013 and has been an essential part of the Germany-based outfit through the eight years. He has remained committed to Mercedes and has provided the team with quite a few of trophies as well. By the looks of it, Lewis is not intending to call it a day with Mercedes at the end of this season.
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The fact that Ferrari are going through one of their worst phases in F1 only makes it more practical for Lewis to stick with his current team.
Consequently, the chances of witnessing the Briton go after his eighth championship title are bright. So, will the 2021 season outing turn out to be as successful as this one for Lewis?
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