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Hamilton Open To Joining Forces With Rival, Max Verstappen

POSTED ON January 7, 2024 •   SPORTS      BY Suleiman Jimoh

Lewis Hamilton's future in Formula One has been the subject of much speculation in recent months, with the seven-time world champion's Mercedes contract set to expire at the end of 2023.

The seven-time Formula 1 world champion explored the possibility of joining Red Bull and Ferrari before ultimately signing a new two-year contract with Mercedes in September 2023.

Hamilton pens a new £50 million-a-year extension with Mercedes
Hamilton has signed a significant new deal with Mercedes. | Credit: Daily Sabah. | Source: Google

Reports from the Daily Mail indicate that Hamilton's representative reached out to Red Bull about the prospect of partnering with Max Verstappen, while Hamilton himself reportedly held talks with Ferrari.

These discussions took place amid nearly two years without a race victory for Hamilton and speculation about his future.

Red Bull boss Christian Horner revealed that there were inquiries about Hamilton's interest in joining Red Bull.

Red Bull team boss Christian Horner revealed Hamilton held talks with Ferrari
Hamilton (Left) with Red Bull Boss, Christian Horner. | Credit: eurosport.de | Source: Google

Horner also mentioned serious talks with Ferrari, including a meeting with Ferrari chairman John Elkann.

However, Horner expressed doubts about the dynamic of having both Hamilton and Verstappen on the same team, stating that it wouldn't be right for Red Bull.

Ultimately, Hamilton put all speculation to rest by signing a new £50 million-a-year extension with Mercedes, a significant rise from his previous salary.

Hamilton teaming up with Verstappen

The news of Hamilton's talks with Red Bull and Ferrari will come as a surprise to many, as it had been widely assumed that he would either stay with Mercedes or retire from Formula One.

Formula 1 would rejoice to see Hamilton team up with Verstappen
Hamilton and Verstappen. | Credit: Formula one | Source: Google

However, it is clear that Hamilton was keeping his options open and that he was willing to consider a move to a rival team.

The prospect of Hamilton and Verstappen teaming up at Red Bull would be a mouthwatering one for Formula One fans.

The two drivers are both fierce competitors, but they also have mutual respect for each other.

It is possible that they could put aside their rivalry and work together to win the championship.

However, it is also worth noting that Hamilton is said to have been open to joining Ferrari, which suggests that he is not yet ready to rule out a move to Italy.

Ferrari is one of the most successful teams in Formula One history, and they have a long-standing rivalry with Mercedes.

It would be a major coup for Ferrari to sign Hamilton, and it would give them a real chance of winning the championship.

Ultimately, the decision of where to race in 2024 will be up to Hamilton.

He is one of the most experienced and successful drivers in Formula One, and he will have no shortage of offers.

It will be interesting to see what he decides to do next.

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