The tale of Lewis Hamilton in this sport is going from strange to bizarre really quickly. The man who once was termed as being virtually unstoppable, is now on the verge of remaining winless for the remainder of his F1 career. What’s more? Now, he is seemingly getting embroiled in an inter-team controversy that may end up pulling up a few question marks. Today, the 7x champion revealed through his social media account on Instagram that Angela Cullen, a confidante of the 38-year-old and his performance coach was leaving the team.
Many fans on the internet took this news with grace but also with a hint of sadness for Hamilton. After all, she had been with him for 7 years, and was very instrumental in his championship bids. They were inseparable. Naturally, fans thought this to be a big blow for Hamilton. But as things turn out, the whole situation may be a bit trickier than expected at first. You’d be well within your rights to assume that Hamilton would’ve wanted the Kiwi to hold on. But according to reports coming out of Auto Motor und Sport, you may have to think again.
Toto Wolff confirmed that it was Lewis Hamiltons decision to split from Angela Cullen.#AMuS #SaudiArabianGP
— Tobi Grüner 🏁 (@tgruener) March 17, 2023
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It is now being theorized that it was Hamilton who showed a loyal ally of his the exit doors at Mercedes. The Silver Arrows’ boss Toto Wolff was quoted by AMuS as saying that it was Hamilton’s decision to part ways with Cullen. And this has divided opinions among the fans.
Fans react to shocking news related to Lewis Hamilton – Angela Cullen split
As soon as this news broke on the internet, fans swarmed to the social networking site, Twitter to share their reactions. One fan even commented, “toto needs to shut up.” Let’s take a look at just a few fan reactions to Wolff’s statements.
you’re a dirty liar https://t.co/qBKTMwv8we
— m (@formularicci) March 17, 2023
What….??? https://t.co/BEjtNBFZcy
— izzah (@cobhale) March 17, 2023
A lot of the fans started giving Wolff flak for his comments.
Why is Toto talking?? The last thing we need this season is more drama https://t.co/lg2SJ1w9pn
— Amani 🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦 (@f1amani) March 17, 2023
toto needs to shut up https://t.co/a6ihq4CFAO
— eri (@hamxnda) March 17, 2023
TOTO YOU NEED TO LEARN WHAT NOT TO SAY BECAUSE HUHHH??? https://t.co/uT7crdcsVd
— greennyham💜 (@greenxham44) March 17, 2023
TELL ME URE LYING TOTO https://t.co/OKRAqF2Glf pic.twitter.com/Amomdmg8lu
— tris 💨 (@roscoes___mum) March 17, 2023
However, a lot of fans also pointed out inaccuracies in the report. It may be possible that Wolff’s comments were taken out of context.
Clickbait as usual
He said Lewis’s decision to choose his NEXT physio. What’s wrong with journalists these days? https://t.co/e5NVQexyWV
— M.M 🌨 (@warmvanxlla) March 17, 2023
You are so pathetic for using this whole situation as clickbait and you're clearly misquoting what Toto said. https://t.co/WMkqa81D65
— Marie💜💜 (@44_Aura_) March 17, 2023
Safe to say, this whole fiasco has stumped F1 fans beyond belief.
What the hell is happening https://t.co/98pD5w8EUO
— αrmεlια – 4TH WALL IS OUT (@fevercedes) March 17, 2023
What’s his problem? https://t.co/qwet2mkgaB
— PISCES’ GROOVE (@alaladeland) March 17, 2023
If true, what about Hamilton’s evasive tribute then? Fans have pointed out this hypocrisy.
Lewis: *fires her*
Also Lewis: I can't wait to see her next step 😍🥰😍😍🫶❣️💟💟💔 https://t.co/mRw7e3cXK6
— ❄️The Confessor❄️ (@shanethecnfsr) March 17, 2023
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WHOA WTF https://t.co/MFLyaaxDxL
— ザバ🦁🇿🇦 (@XavaBlue) March 17, 2023
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We still don’t have any confirmation about this. However, if true, do you think Lewis Hamilton was correct in doing so? If yes, why didn’t he acknowledge it himself?