HAMILTON NOT THINKING OF QUITTING F1 YET: ‘I’LL BE HERE FOR QUITE SOME TIME SO GET USED TO IT’

Lewis Hamilton is shutting down any speculation about his Formula 1 retirement, telling reporters he'll be "here for quite some time, so get used to it." Despite turning 41 this season and enduring a lean spell since his 2021 championship fight, the seven-time champion insists he remains fully motivated and focused on his current contract and future plans.

Hamilton, who once claimed he wouldn't race into his forties, is now the second-oldest driver on the grid, behind Fernando Alonso. He stated that "a lot of people are trying to retire me, and that's not even in my thoughts." While some rivals like Max Verstappen have explored other racing series during F1 breaks, Hamilton expressed little interest, preferring to stay committed solely to Grand Prix racing. His commitment to Ferrari signals a long-term play, aiming to rebound from recent struggles and chase an unprecedented eighth title.