“Aside from Michael Schumacher” – Lewis Hamilton Opens Up on ‘Calmness’ in Max Verstappen F1 Battle

Lewis Hamilton is an undisputed high flier in Formula1. He has as many records to his name one can possibly have as an F1 driver. However, he is eyeing an uncharted territory of winning eight world championships. The Brit is heading into the final two races with an 8-point deficit to rival Max Verstappen.

If he manages to cover this deficit and win another title, he will certainly enter a territory few people do in their respective sport. However, the Silver Arrows driver says that he is going into this last stretch with a certain calmness in his approach.

Lewis Hamilton is calm going into this intense battle

The Briton is known to fight his way back to the top in intense battles. Notably, his first championship win in 2008 came on the last lap of the season finale. In a recent interview with The Sun, Hamilton discussed his thought process before the big race in Jeddah. “There is a different calmness this year, I don’t know why I guess because I have had those experiences in the past.” said The Mercedes driver.

However, this fight has great significance because it is for the record 8th title, surpassing the legendary Michael Schumacher. Hamilton considers this might be his best title victory if he manages to bridge this crucial gap. “Would this be the best championship? If I get the job done, I think it will, yeah. But also, no one has ever been able to fight for an eighth, aside from Michael Schumacher. It is a new position, uncharted territory,” said Hamilton as reported by The Sun.

The team is closer than ever

It is not a secret that this season was not an all-in-all dominant one for Mercedes. Red Bull has put up an exemplary fight this year against the Brackley team. However, Hamilton has brought the team back in close quarters, winning two of the last three races. He believes that Sau Paulo GP had a significant role in bringing the team closer and working harder than ever.

“The team and I are closer than we have ever been. Everyone has lifted their game,” said the Briton.

“I don’t think I have left anything undone so at this point of the year there are no regrets,” he added.

Now the paddock is heading to Jeddah for the upcoming weekend race. Tell us your predictions for the last two races.

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