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Hamilton jokes about controversial Verstappen CRASH in Mercedes farewell
Lewis Hamilton made a lighthearted joke referencing his controversial collision with Max Verstappen during a farewell event marking the end of his Mercedes career.
The seven-time world champion competed in his final race with the team at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, where he received numerous tributes.
Hamilton’s teammate George Russell paid homage with a specially designed helmet featuring illustrations of the duo and a picture of a young Russell seeking Hamilton’s autograph.
After the race, Hamilton will participate in a farewell tour with Mercedes’ sponsors and staff, rather than joining Ferrari, his new team, for the post-season tyre test.
One notable tribute took place at Silverstone, organized by Mercedes and aired during the Abu Dhabi GP weekend.
Hamilton, alongside commentator Martin Brundle, revisited the track, driving his iconic 2013, 2014, and 2018 championship-winning cars.
Brundle praised the performance of Hamilton’s dominant Mercedes vehicles and brought up the intense on-track battles, specifically mentioning the dramatic Silverstone crash between Hamilton and Verstappen during the 2021 season.
The incident at the Copse corner saw Hamilton and Verstappen collide during their fierce title fight, with Verstappen’s car hitting the barriers at 180mph.
The crash became one of the most controversial moments of their rivalry, with Verstappen later revealing its lasting impact on him.
Reflecting on Brundle’s comments about racing side by side at Copse, Hamilton responded with humor, acknowledging, “It doesn’t always work out as you know!”
The playful exchange highlighted the intense competition between the two drivers during their battles on the track.
Hamilton’s departure marks the end of a legendary era with Mercedes, as he moves on to Ferrari for the next chapter of his career.
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