In the aftermath of Mercedes’ 7th Constructors’ title win at Imola, Lewis Hamilton admitted that he does not know if he would be in F1 next year. It caused quite a stir, kindling speculation that it might be the Briton’s final season in the sport.

F1 expert Ralf Schumacher spoke about the reasons behind this drastic move. And it could have a lot to do with the amount of traveling, especially in difficult times like these.

Schumacher was quoted by Motorsport-Total as saying, “The seven titles that he wins don’t pass you by without a trace. It’s a lot of traveling, a lot of energy, a lot of sacrifice – and of course that is draining.” (Translated by Google Translate)

Lewis Hamilton has nothing left to prove to anybody

With his 7th Drivers’ title right on the horizon, he will be looking to bag a bespoke contract, and rightly so. “I think that due to the current pandemic, there is no complete agreement on prices.

“Perhaps he is also using it as a means,” said Schumacher about the impending contract extension.

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However, with Toto Wolff contemplating a role outside of the chaotic duties of a Team Principal, things are not the same as before. There are still a lot of factors that will determine Mercedes’ future going into 2021.

Does that mean Hamilton will retire after the 2020 season?

Despite the ongoing negotiations, it is not to say Hamilton will pack up his bags and leave F1 immediately. He still has a lot of objectives in mind, majorly an 8th championship. And he wants to achieve that with Mercedes as well.

However, he has expressed a desire to tend to other goals and priorities in life; therefore, he will be hoping that the new deal reflects the same.

But at 35, some would say his best years are yet to come. And with winning machinery like Mercedes, it will tempt Hamilton to carry on and deliver the goods once again.