Just in: Hamilton blasted for being ‘TOO OLD’ for F1 in brutal rant… Read more
Just in: Hamilton blasted for being ‘TOO OLD’ for F1 in brutal rant… Read more
In a recent commentary, journalist and TV personality Jeremy Clarkson criticized Lewis Hamilton’s recent F1 performance, labeling him as “too old” for competitive racing.
Hamilton, who is 39 and currently in his 18th season, has yet to show any signs of stepping back, especially as he gears up for a major career shift by moving to Ferrari in 2025.
His upcoming team has shown promising performance in recent races, with drivers Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz each securing a win in the United States and Mexico.
This improvement in Ferrari’s competitiveness could be beneficial for Hamilton, who remains focused on securing a record-breaking eighth world title.
Despite Ferrari’s gains, Hamilton’s recent showings have raised questions about his ability to keep up with the sport’s demands, particularly as he has been outperformed by his younger Mercedes teammate, George Russell.
At the recent U.S. Grand Prix, Hamilton experienced an unusual crash at the race’s beginning, and his struggles continued at the Brazil GP, where he finished only tenth.
Clarkson, writing in The Sun, pointed to these recent races as evidence that Hamilton may be beyond his peak as a driver.
He praised Max Verstappen as potentially one of the greatest drivers in F1 history, contrasting him with Hamilton, whom he feels is no longer as competitive.
Clarkson acknowledged Hamilton’s claim that his car setup contributed to his disappointing qualifying round, but he dismissed this, noting that Russell qualified for the front row with the same car setup. He jokingly suggested that Mercedes might be sabotaging Hamilton’s fuel supply because of his upcoming departure to Ferrari, but ultimately concluded that Hamilton’s declining performance could be attributed to his age.
Hamilton’s move to Ferrari reflects his determination to remain competitive, hoping to capitalize on Ferrari’s recent advances to keep his title hopes alive.
However, Clarkson’s remarks echo a broader conversation among fans and analysts about whether Hamilton, at nearly 40, can still compete with the younger, highly aggressive talent in F1, and if his best days might indeed be behind him.
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