Seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton sure sad to see Sebastian Vettel withdrawa rival who became an unexpected friend for him.
“It’s sad to see him go”said Hamilton, who nearly won the title from Vettel in 2017 and 2018. Since then, the two have grown closer, in part because Hamilton sees the 35-year-old German as an ally in the fight against racism and other threats. social causes.
Hamilton, the only black driver in F1, began kneeling before every race in 2020 and was joined by Vettel and several other drivers. “It’s an unexpected relationship and friendship. It’s so hard when you’re so competitive and we’re both fighting for something we love.”Hamilton said in Sao Paulo ahead of the Brazilian Grand Prix, the penultimate race of the season. “Of all the drivers I’ve been with, Seb was the first to be next to me and he was on his knees next to me. He is the first to do anything to fight for the things that are important to himHamilton added.
“I don’t think I’ve ever seen a driver in the history of the sport use this platform to be outspoken and take that risk. I see him as an ally”, praised the German. Hamilton also celebrated Vettel’s ability to be competitive until the end and pointed out that he is still not considering when he will retire.
Source: La Verdad
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