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Daily Mirror
7 hours ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Lewis Hamilton given F1 sack warning after Spanish Grand Prix controversy
Lewis Hamilton heads into the Spanish Grand Prix this weekend on the back of a positive result in Monaco, though the Barcelona track does not hold good memories for the Ferrari star Lewis Hamilton was threatened with the sack back when he was driving for Mercedes after crashing into team-mate Nico Rosberg during the 2019 Spanish Grand Prix. Hamilton is currently driving for Ferrari, with the Barcelona track the next stop this season. The British star has a mixed record at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, claiming five wins but also having his share of forgettable moments. One of the races Hamilton will not look back on with any fondness came in 2016. Hamilton started on pole for that race, ahead of then team-mate and title rival Rosberg. But the German driver flew round the outside of Hamilton in turn one to take the lead, with Hamilton fighting back. But as Rosberg defended his position, Hamilton was squeezed onto the grass. He lost control of his Mercedes car, colliding with Rosberg at turn four and putting both of the Silver Arrows out of the race. The incident infuriated team chiefs and led to boss Toto Wolff installing new rules of engagement. The late Niki Lauda, who was a key advisor to Mercedes, revealed that the duo were even threatened with the sack if they ignored the new guidelines. "We put some regulations in, we told them - especially in Barcelona when they pushed each other off the track - we said this was unacceptable for Mercedes," Lauda said in an interview with Graham Bensinger on YouTube. "We have to win, one of you guys has to win, you cannot push each other off. We had some rules put in, that you are not allowed to and you have to pay a penalty if you do it again or we will think of releasing you from your contract, because we are team players here and we cannot destroy each other. "Toto came up with some good rules and we had peace again. We fought hard and the accidents got reduced between them. The big discussion was whose fault was it? For me it was clear Lewis was too aggressive going to the right, hit the grass, couldn't stop his car and then hit [Nico] off. "I said right away if I have to choose between the two it's more Lewis' fault than Nico's fault. Lewis did not appreciate that, because he was of a different opinion. He said, 'Why do you criticise me?' I said, 'Excuse me. I cannot accept that you guys crash and then we have nothing and nobody's fault. For me it has to be somebody's fault.'" Hamilton is now starring for Ferrari, though it has been a difficult start to his time with the Scuderia. He did enjoy a positive Monaco Grand Prix, coming home fifth, with Hamilton keen to build on that in Barcelona. "I knew starting in P7 was going to be a challenge today, but it's good to see our progress overall. Once I found some clear air, I was able to make up a bit of ground," Hamilton said after Sunday's race. "We lost quite a bit of time in traffic and the balance wasn't quite where we wanted it. Still, we came away with a podium for Charles, as well as some solid points for the team and it's encouraging we're heading in the right direction. "We made a step forward in qualifying, which was a key focus, so a big thanks to everyone for the hard work in getting the car into a more competitive place across the whole weekend. We'll keep pushing and look to build on this in Barcelona."
Daily Mail
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Furious F1 star in 'heated argument' with fan at Monaco Grand Prix moments before TV interview
Formula One rookie Isack Hadjar appeared to have an angry altercation with a fan just moments before a live interview during the Monaco Grand Prix. The Racing Bulls driver went on to claim sixth place in Monte Carlo on Sunday as McLaren's Lando Norris stormed to victory. But it has emerged that, a day earlier, Hadjar got involved in a confrontation as he was conducting his media duties following qualifying. The 20-year-old was leaving the media pen and heading towards the Sky Sports television crew for a live interview when he was asked for a photograph by a male bystander. However, things turned ugly when the fan made a disrespectful comment towards Hadjar, leading to a confrontation that left the rookie driver visibly upset. As the Sky cameras began their broadcast, Hadjar was still obviously affected by an incident which left the French-Algerian staring into the distance with a scowl on his face. The unpleasant encounter didn't spoil Hadjar's weekend, however, as he went on to achieve his best result of the season. After the race, Hadjar took the opportunity to praise his team-mate Liam Lawson who finished eighth. 'It was a perfect weekend for me,' he said. 'Liam helped me massively, it was great team work and also he helped me, but he also got points so I'm really happy for him.' Hadjar will now look to build on his good run of form at this weekend's Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona.
Scottish Sun
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Lewis Hamilton spotted partying with ‘Russian model linked to Chelsea flop' in nightclub hours after Monaco GP
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LEWIS HAMILTON was spotted partying with a Russian model after the Monaco Grand Prix. The Ferrari driver, 40, came fifth on Sunday and then hit the town for a well-earned night out. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 9 Lewis Hamilton was seen dancing with a blonde woman Credit: @GazzettaFerrari 9 The Ferrari star was supposedly out partying after the Monaco GP Credit: @GazzettaFerrari 9 The woman is reportedly model Violetta Bert Credit: INSTAGRAM @ 9 The Russian influencer has 860,000 followers on Instagram Credit: INSTAGRAM @ 9 Blonde beauty has been linked to Premier League players Credit: INSTAGRAM @ A video has since emerged on social media that appears to show Hamilton dancing next to a blonde woman in a nightclub. The seven-time world champion, who was dressed in a red vest and white sunglasses, got cosy a lady by putting his arm around her while dancing. Reports from the Daily Mail claim the blonde is Russian model and influencer Violetta Bert. The beauty, who boasts 806,000 followers on Instagram, has been posting snaps of herself enjoying the life of luxury in Monaco for the last week. READ MORE IN F1 HORN SIGNALLED Ferrari 'want Red Bull chief Horner to join and become Hamilton's boss' Violetta, 29, was previously rumoured to be dating Chelsea star Mykhailo Mudryk. The pair never confirmed their relationship before supposedly breaking up last year. Violetta was then linked to former Leeds midfielder Weston McKennie and they reportedly enjoyed a romantic break together in the French Alps. Though she seemingly denied the allegations, writing on social media in January: "Information for fake rumours. I didn't dump anyone and I'm not dating anyone. And I have never confirmed any relationship." BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Hamilton is thought to be single despite rumours claiming he enjoyed a date with actress Sofia Vergara earlier this year. He has previously been in a relationship with model Camila Kendra and singer Nicole Scherzinger. Lewis Hamilton crashes in Monaco causing red flag and leaving Ferrari a wreck with race against time before qualifying Hamilton's night out at a high-end club came after an awkward Grand Prix in Monaco. The Brit crashed during a practice session and constructors then faced a race against time to get his car ready for qualifying. And in the main race, Hamilton was involved in a frosty exchange with his Ferrari colleagues after being told to "push now, it is our race." He said post-drive: "It wasn't very clear, the information wasn't that clear. I didn't really understand 'this is our race'. 'I didn't know what I was fighting for. Am I fighting for the next spot ahead? "In actual fact when I look at the data I wasn't near anybody ahead. "I used up my tyres a lot in that moment but I was so far away from them.' 9 Violetta has been in Monaco all week Credit: INSTAGRAM @ 9 Violetta appears to be dancing with the F1 legend Credit: INSTAGRAM @ 9 Hamilton is believed to be single Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
The Sun
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Lewis Hamilton spotted partying with ‘Russian model linked to Chelsea flop' in nightclub hours after Monaco GP
LEWIS HAMILTON was spotted partying with a Russian model after the Monaco Grand Prix. The Ferrari driver, 40, came fifth on Sunday and then hit the town for a well-earned night out. 9 9 9 9 A video has since emerged on social media that appears to show Hamilton dancing next to a blonde woman in a nightclub. The seven-time world champion, who was dressed in a red vest and white sunglasses, got cosy a lady by putting his arm around her while dancing. Reports from the Daily Mail claim the blonde is Russian model and influencer Violetta Bert. The beauty, who boasts 806,000 followers on Instagram, has been posting snaps of herself enjoying the life of luxury in Monaco for the last week. Violetta, 29, was previously rumoured to be dating Chelsea star Mykhailo Mudryk. The pair never confirmed their relationship before supposedly breaking up last year. Violetta was then linked to former Leeds midfielder Weston McKennie and they reportedly enjoyed a romantic break together in the French Alps. Though she seemingly denied the allegations, writing on social media in January: "Information for fake rumours. I didn't dump anyone and I'm not dating anyone. And I have never confirmed any relationship." Hamilton is thought to be single despite rumours claiming he enjoyed a date with actress Sofia Vergara earlier this year. He has previously been in a relationship with model Camila Kendra and singer Nicole Scherzinger. Hamilton's night out at a high-end club came after an awkward Grand Prix in Monaco. The Brit crashed during a practice session and constructors then faced a race against time to get his car ready for qualifying. And in the main race, Hamilton was involved in a frosty exchange with his Ferrari colleagues after being told to "push now, it is our race." He said post-drive: "It wasn't very clear, the information wasn't that clear. I didn't really understand 'this is our race'. 'I didn't know what I was fighting for. Am I fighting for the next spot ahead? "In actual fact when I look at the data I wasn't near anybody ahead. "I used up my tyres a lot in that moment but I was so far away from them.' 9 9 9 9
The Irish Sun
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Lewis Hamilton spotted partying with ‘Russian model linked to Chelsea flop' in nightclub hours after Monaco GP
LEWIS HAMILTON was spotted partying with a Russian model after the Monaco Grand Prix. The Ferrari driver, 40, came fifth on Sunday and then hit the town for a well-earned night out. Advertisement 9 Lewis Hamilton was seen dancing with a blonde woman Credit: @GazzettaFerrari 9 The Ferrari star was supposedly out partying after the Monaco GP Credit: @GazzettaFerrari 9 The woman is reportedly model Violetta Bert Credit: INSTAGRAM @ 9 The Russian influencer has 860,000 followers on Instagram Credit: INSTAGRAM @ 9 Blonde beauty has been linked to Premier League players Credit: INSTAGRAM @ A video has since emerged on social media that appears to show Hamilton dancing next to a blonde woman in a nightclub. The seven-time world champion, who was dressed in a red vest and white sunglasses, got cosy a lady by putting his arm around her while dancing. Reports from the The beauty, who boasts 806,000 followers on Instagram, has been posting snaps of herself enjoying the life of luxury in Monaco for the last week. Advertisement READ MORE IN F1 Violetta, 29, was previously rumoured to be dating The pair never confirmed their relationship before supposedly breaking up last year. Violetta was then linked to former Leeds midfielder Weston McKennie and they reportedly Though she seemingly denied the allegations, writing on social media in January: "Information for fake rumours. I didn't dump anyone and I'm not dating anyone. And I have never confirmed any relationship." Advertisement Most read in Motorsport BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Hamilton is thought to be single despite rumours claiming he enjoyed a date with actress Sofia Vergara earlier this year. He has previously been Lewis Hamilton crashes in Monaco causing red flag and leaving Ferrari a wreck with race against time before qualifying Hamilton's night out at a high-end club came after an awkward Advertisement The Brit crashed during a practice session and constructors then faced a race against time to get his car ready for qualifying. And in the main race, Hamilton was involved in a frosty exchange with his Ferrari colleagues after being told to "push now, it is our race." He said post-drive: "It wasn't very clear, the information wasn't that clear. I didn't really understand 'this is our race'. 'I didn't know what I was fighting for. Am I fighting for the next spot ahead? Advertisement "In actual fact when I look at the data I wasn't near anybody ahead. "I used up my tyres a lot in that moment but I was so far away from them.' 9 Violetta has been in Monaco all week Credit: INSTAGRAM @ 9 Violetta appears to be dancing with the F1 legend Credit: INSTAGRAM @ Advertisement 9 Hamilton is believed to be single Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 9 Violetta was previously linked to Mykhailo Mudryk Credit: AP
