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Lewis Hamilton admits that he considered QUITTING F1 season early after nightmare Brazil GP weekend
Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time Formula 1 world champion, recently reflected on a difficult weekend in which his performance on the track was far below his usual high standards. At 39 years old, Hamilton made a cryptic statement during the race, suggesting that he was contemplating the possibility of leaving the sport. Over the radio, he expressed his frustration, saying, “That was a disaster of a weekend, guys. The worst the car has ever been. Thank you for contributing to try and great job to all the guys at the pit-stop. If this is the last time I get to perform, it was a shame it wasn’t great but (I am) grateful for you.”
This remark sparked speculation among fans and the media about Hamilton’s future in Formula 1. Despite being one of the most successful drivers in the sport’s history, Hamilton seemed disillusioned with the performance of his car, which failed to meet expectations. His comments hinted that he may be considering retiring or stepping away from the sport after a challenging season. However, ahead of the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Hamilton elaborated on the situation, offering more insight into his emotions at the time.
“I didn’t really want to come back after that weekend,” Hamilton admitted, acknowledging the frustration that came with a particularly rough race. The performance during the wet conditions was notably below par, leaving Hamilton to feel disheartened and questioning his future in the sport. However, he also noted that such feelings are a natural part of being a competitive athlete. “It’s frustrating when you have a season like this, which I’m pretty sure I won’t have again, or at least I’ll work towards not having again,” he continued. Hamilton made it clear that although the weekend had been a setback, he wasn’t going to give up. “It wasn’t a great feeling in that moment, but I’m here, I’m standing strong and