Lewis Hamilton backs Ferrari boss as they head into sentimental Canadian Grand Prix
HE'S GOOD: LEWIS Hamilton optimistic about Ferrari as he returns to Canada. | Reuters
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Ferrari woes aside, Lewis Hamilton believes that team Principal Fred Vasseur is the man to lead them through the dark tunnel of imbalance they find themselves in. Hamilton was speaking to the press in Montreal, Canada ahead of the 10th race of the season.
It's also one of the most sentimental races on the calendar for the 40-year-old British driver, because it's where he won his first race as a rookie 18 years ago for McLaren.
To give you some context as to the longevity of Hamilton's career: from the time he won his first F1 race, Kimi Antonelli was born, went to school, started karting, graduated karting, went into Formula 1, succeeded there and made his way to F1.
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In all that time, Hamilton still remained one of the top contenders for the World Title and still does to this day. Hamilton's debut win was crowned with record breaking feats, as he was the first black person to win a F1 race.
It was only six races deep into his maiden season but the rookie still stayed ahead of his season teammate Fernando Alonso and won the race. The 2007 Canadian Grand Prix affirmed in the minds of people what was only speculated at the time: Lewis Hamilton is the next big thing in F1.
Since then, Hamilton's won 7 races in Canada, equaling Michael Schumacher's record for the most wins.
There's no denying the 2025 Canadian GP will be even more special than his first race, given the fact that he's fighting for an eighth World Title this season and its with the most decorated F1 team.
Although he hasn't been able to put up much of a fight due to a slow and unbalanced car, Hamilton has still fought for every one of the 71 points he's earned this season.
He voiced his commitment towards Vasseur's leadership even amidst the troubles team Ferrari have experienced in public view.
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