“Hamilton’s Stellar Performance Affirms Leadership at Mercedes, Says Hakkinen”
Former Formula 1 world champion Mika Hakkinen believes Lewis Hamilton demonstrated his continued dominance at Mercedes last year, overshadowing teammate George Russell. Despite two seasons of Red Bull dominance resulting in Mercedes securing only one victory, Hamilton showcased his prowess, outperforming Russell in contrast to the previous season where Russell had finished ahead. Hakkinen emphasized…
Former Formula 1 world champion Mika Hakkinen believes Lewis Hamilton demonstrated his continued dominance at Mercedes last year, overshadowing teammate George Russell. Despite two seasons of Red Bull dominance resulting in Mercedes securing only one victory, Hamilton showcased his prowess, outperforming Russell in contrast to the previous season where Russell had finished ahead. Hakkinen emphasized that even though Russell is entering his third season with Mercedes, the team remains unequivocally “Lewis’ team.” Hamilton’s familiarity with the team, having been with them since 2013, contributes to his ability to swiftly address issues, a crucial factor in Formula 1 success. Despite Russell’s initial success against Hamilton, the veteran driver’s third-place finish last season compared to Russell’s eighth reinforced Hamilton’s position as the team’s leading force. Hakkinen noted that Hamilton’s determination to prove himself amid discussions about his potential decline and Russell’s persistent pressure were pivotal factors in shaping the team dynamics.
