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Lewis Hamilton has revealed that he handled his contentious 2021 Formula 1 title defeat in a consummate manner due to
Before the controversial 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen were tied on points. Hamilton was leading the title-deciding race until a late Safety Car allowed Verstappen to pit for fresh tires. In a move questions later arose about, race director Michael Masi waved off only the lapped cars between the two leaders before the final lap. Verstappen went on to overtake Hamilton and clinch his first championship in a dramatic finale. Hamilton, reflecting on the race, revealed his thoughts of considering retirement from Formula 1 and the significance of having his father by his side. Despite feeling “robbed” of an eighth title, Hamilton expressed acceptance and peacefulness with the outcome. Moving into his final season with Mercedes before a 2025 move to Ferrari, Hamilton is struggling with Mercedes’ inconsistent performances in the 2022 W15 car.
