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Wolff backs Hamilton to become an F1 team principal: “He has the right skills…”
The 38-year-old Lewis Hamilton has recently signed a two-year contract extension with Mercedes, ensuring his presence in Formula 1 until at least 2025. This means Hamilton will continue racing in F1 into his 40s. His plans for the post-F1 era remain uncertain, as he is involved in various industries such as fashion and is dedicated to promoting inclusivity in motor racing. Toto Wolff, Mercedes team principal, believes that Hamilton possesses the necessary skills and personality to potentially run an F1 team in the future. However, whether Hamilton could eventually replace Wolff in his current position is currently unclear. A new addition to the Mercedes team, ex-Virgin F1 driver Jerome d’Ambrosio, has been seen standing next to Wolff in the Mercedes garage, effectively stepping in for him when he is absent.
Source: Crash.net
