According to Red Bull Racing Team Principal Christian Horner, 7-time world champion Lewis Hamilton had expressed interest in joining Red Bull Racing earlier this year. However, Hamilton ultimately decided to remain with his current team, Mercedes. Horner’s comments suggest that Hamilton is still considering his options, and that he may be open to a move in the future.
In response to Horner’s comments, Hamilton has firmly rejected any suggestion that he had contacted the Red Bull team principal. He has checked with his own team and been reassured that no one from his side had attempted to get in touch with Horner. In fact, it seems that it was Horner who had been the one to reach out to Hamilton about meeting, rather than the other way around. Hamilton’s rebuttal of Horner’s claim raises more questions about the situation.
In a dramatic twist, Hamilton has rejected Horner’s claim, accusing him of simply trying to drum up controversy for attention. It seems that the truth may be more complicated than Horner’s version of events suggests, and Hamilton is taking steps to set the record straight. What does this mean for Hamilton’s future? Is there still tension between the two teams? Stay tuned for more developments.
Hamilton reportedly responded by saying, “I hope you are well and I wish you all the best. Congratulations on your great season so far. I hope that one day we will be able to compete against each other on the track.” His words show a desire to put the past behind him and focus on future competition, rather than dwelling on old rivalries.
In his statement, Hamilton suggested that he would be happy to race against Verstappen in equal machinery, but doubted whether Verstappen would feel the same way. “I’d love to race against Max in the same car,” Hamilton reportedly said, “but I don’t think he’d feel the same.” The comment suggests that Hamilton believes Verstappen is not open to the idea of having a strong teammate.
When asked about the possibility of Hamilton and Verstappen driving together, Horner reportedly responded that it was unlikely to happen. Verstappen is Red Bull’s star driver and the face of the team, so bringing in another driver of Hamilton’s caliber would not make sense from a marketing perspective. In addition, Hamilton’s desire to be the number one driver at any team he joins would be a barrier to any potential move to Red Bull. Do you think Horner’s assessment is accurate?
