Lewis Hamilton Chides F1 for Making Silly “Bob Marley” Mistake

What a day for Lewis Hamilton and his supporters!  The Briton secured his first podium of the season at the 2024 Spanish Grand Prix. Adding to his tally of career podiums, the seven-time World Champion now has 198 podiums to his name. An achievement second to none! “It has been a good day, a solid weekend,” Hamilton told the media. Moreover, he was spotted in a candid exchange with Max Verstappen.

The race was indeed hectic, and Hamilton felt fatigued by his exploits. So much so that he took his chance to lie down ahead of the post-race press conference. The 39-year-old lay there in peace while listening to Bob Marley. For those who don’t know, Lewis Hamilton has been a huge fan of the legendary singer. Meanwhile, Verstappen interrupts his ‘chill-out’ session and jokes: “He’s getting old.” F1 shared an Instagram reel on the moment, but instead of using a Bob Marley song or retaining the actual audio, they used some jazzy music.

On seeing this, Lewis Hamilton barged into the comment section and said: “What is this music, I was listening to Bob Marley.” Man! He took offense! Jokes apart, this friendly banter is hilarious. Fans are enjoying this and they also replied to Hamilton’s comments. Some said, “I’m crying”, while some said, “Hey admin, put Redemption song.”

It is not new information that he has an unwavering love for music. Previously as well, Hamilton has expressed his love for Bob Marley’s music. Outside F1, he engages in a plethora of fields and excels in all. Music is one of them. Not just Hamilton, there are a few more drivers on the grid, who have a fondness for music

Lewis Hamilton and other F1 drivers with a unique taste in music

Lewis Hamilton has previously expressed, how Bob Marley’s slow cozy music helped him to deal with stress. He particularly loves the song ‘Wait in Vain’ by the legendary singer. As a known music lover, Hamilton even featured alongside Christina Aguillera in a music video, under the pseudonym ‘XNDA’. His playlist ranges from Reggae to hip-hop. Comprising of artists like Marvin Gaye, Price, and Bob Marley. And to be honest, that is a pretty elite playlist—great taste in music.

Besides, Hamilton, Daniel Ricciardo, and Charles Leclerc are some drivers who have a unique taste in music. While Leclerc is a pianist himself, Ricciardo has some of the best playlists up his alley. Leclerc also released an album called ‘DREAMERS’ comprising of seven beautiful piano instrumentals. These hidden talents showcase the drivers’ personalities away from the eyes of the crowd.

As the season of F1 continues to unfold with more intensity, a moment of humor seems like the rain after days of heat. Hamilton’s interaction with Max Verstappen and his humorous Instagram exchange about his music preferences showcased his vibrant off-track personality. The first podium finish of the 2024 season at the Spanish Grand Prix was a memorable moment for both him and his fans. The race was not just about adding another podium to his illustrious career but also highlighted the lighter side of the sport. What is your take on this? Let us know your kind thoughts in the comments