Lewis Hamilton ‘Fight’ at Mercedes, the main difference to Michael Schumacher’s career

Lewis Hamilton ‘Fight’ at Mercedes, the main difference to Michael Schumacher’s career

Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton

Former Formula 1 driver Damon Hill, who himself was involved in a close title battle with Michael Schumacher in the late 90’s pointed out a difference which allowed Lewis Hamilton to match and eventually pass the legacy of the German. Which Schumacher’s 91 grand prix victories seeming to be more than enough to fetch him the G.O.A.T title yet Hamilton has surpassed him with 100. 

Moreover, Michael Schumacher had 155 podiums registered against his name, Hamilton has even surpassed him in this tally with 176 being his tally. Speaking on the F1 Nation podcast, Hill hailed the pair’s ability to consistently deliver points and race wins of a long period of time, stating that’s what sets them apart from other drivers. 

Damon Hill on Lewis Hamilton and Michael Schumacher 

Damon Hill
Damon Hill

The difference between Hamilton and Schumacher, the 1996 world championship winner added, is the Briton’s ability to switch off from the sport and focus on other parts of his life. 

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Lewis Hamilton, Michael Schumacher

“It’s the standard that they perform at, the consistency ” Damon Hill said. “The ability they have to keep delivering those over years is the remarkable thing. 

“What Lewis has done is he’s created space for himself where he can get away from Formula 1, because if it’s all about Formula 1 you can get burned out, and he doesn’t look burned out to me. He looks like he’s fresh as a daisy.”

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