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1996 Formula 1 World Champion Jacques Villeneuve insists that “talks always happen” amid recent rumours that Lewis Hamilton contacted Red
Earlier this month, Christian Horner revealed that a representative from Lewis Hamilton’s side had inquired about a possible switch to Red Bull, but Hamilton denied it and clarified that it was his father who reached out to Horner. Horner also speculated that Hamilton was in talks with Ferrari. Jacques Villeneuve believes that drivers often have discussions with rival teams, even though it’s not allowed while under contract. He also stated that the rivalry between Horner and Toto Wolff is necessary for progress and that Mercedes took too long to react to car problems because they were winning easily for many years. Villeneuve believes that Red Bull is still at the top because Max Verstappen continues to fight as if he’s competing for the championship.
