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How much of a rut did Lewis Hamilton find himself in at times over the past two years in under-par Mercedes? So much so that he began questioning his ability as an F1 driver – as our video explains
Lewis Hamilton found himself in a significant rut at times over the past two years, especially due to his under-performing Mercedes car. This led him to question his own abilities as an F1 driver, which is surprising given his highly successful career. The self-doubt became apparent at the start of this year when the seriousness of Mercedes’ situation for 2023 hit him. As a result, Hamilton’s father, Anthony, contacted Red Bull, sparking speculation about a possible move. While the details are surrounded by debate, there appears to be genuine interest from the Hamilton camp in exploring this unexpected possibility. Our video delves into Hamilton’s doubts, the behind-the-scenes exchanges with Red Bull, and why his concerns may continue into the future.