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FIA steward admits Hamilton ‘deserves eighth title’
FIA race steward Derek Warwick has expressed his belief that Lewis Hamilton, a seven-time world champion, “deserves” an eighth championship title.
Hamilton narrowly missed out on the eighth title in 2021 but has been striving to regain his competitive edge against rival Max Verstappen.
Recent challenges include Hamilton’s move from Mercedes to Ferrari in 2024, with mixed results so far in the 2025 season.
Despite struggles with Ferrari’s performance and his own form, Warwick hopes to see Hamilton contending for the championship before potentially retiring.
Speculation has emerged about Hamilton’s future in F1, with suggestions that he may retire before his Ferrari contract ends in 2026.
The 2025 season presents an opportunity for Hamilton to regain confidence and prepare for upcoming rule changes that could reshape the competition landscape.
