“Contract discussions when they haven’t yet begun,” Mercedes spokesperson denies all rumors on Lewis Hamilton’s stay in the team

There have been plenty of speculations on Hamiltons contract extension.


“Contract discussions when they haven’t yet begun,” Mercedes spokesperson denies all rumors on Lewis Hamilton’s stay in the team

Lewis Hamilton

Considering that Lewis Hamilton’s current contract with the German team expires at the conclusion of the year, there has been a lot of talk about his future with the team. Hamilton and Mercedes have both expressed an interest in extending their existing contracts. Toto Wolff, the boss of Mercedes, told the Beyond The Grid podcast that negotiating terms for a new contract with Lewis Hamilton is on his winter to-do list, although he believes there is “no clear deadline.” The most recent contract Hamilton signed in 2021 is already in its final year.

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Contradictory to some recent reports, a Mercedes spokesperson has confirmed that talks to extend the seven-time World Champion’s agreement with the Silver Arrows have not yet officially started. The spokesperson said: “Obviously, the winter doesn’t stop the rumour mill, and it’s been entertaining to read speculation about contract discussions when they haven’t yet begun.”

Given that, as was already mentioned, both parties appear interested in maintaining their connection, there is hardly cause for concern. But since the 2023 Formula, One season is only a few months away. It might take place after the holiday break. There is still some time before any meaningful discussions about contracts start because it seems logical that Mercedes’ performance and competitiveness will be important factors.

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“I’ll always be with Mercedes,” Lewis Hamilton negates all rumours about his Merc exit

Lewis Hamilton

As Lewis Hamilton pursues what would be a record-breaking eighth Formula 1 World Championship. Lewis Hamilton has made it clear that he has no plans to retire from racing “anytime soon.” The British driver believes he is in peak shape and still has plenty of ambitions to add to his accomplishments. Despite nearly missing out on the championship in 2021, having a backbreaking 2022 season – being unable to compete at the top, for the most part, this season, owing to Mercedes’ troubles.

Hamilton said when asked about his future intentions and whether he has spoken to Mercedes about them. “For years, we’ve been going around, up and down, with rumors about retirement and halting. Since I place a lot of emphasis on feeling fit, I am healthier than I have ever been. I absolutely adore what I’m doing, and I have no intention of ever stopping. I’ve always wanted to be with Mercedes,” the Brit claims.

Hamilton has his sights set on increasing his collection of world championships in the future. He also emphasized the significance of “elevating” those around him and having an influence through his Mission 44 organization. The operation has also seen a good amount of Silver Arrows. There is therefore no sensation of a departure because they are so perfectly in line with one another.

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