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Hamilton claims Horner text first over possible 2024 Red Bull F1 seat
According to Christian Horner, the team principal of Red Bull, Lewis Hamilton’s camp approached them regarding a potential seat at Red Bull. However, Hamilton denies this and claims that Horner messaged him first. Hamilton admits that he saw the message late, months after it was sent, and he responded on his new phone. The purpose of the meeting was not specified, but Hamilton congratulated Red Bull and expressed hope for a competitive fight in the future. Hamilton believes that people mention his name to gain attention and make waves. Despite the speculation, Hamilton signed a two-year contract extension with Mercedes in August. He believes that guiding Mercedes back to the top would be more satisfying for his legacy, and he is open to racing against Max Verstappen in the same car.
