Return? Lewis Hamilton's ultimatum

It has now been over 40 days since Lewis Hamilton reached for his eighth world title and saw this dream shattered before his eyes in probably the most dramatic way in recent racing history. Since then, the Briton has shrouded himself in a fog of silence. For the FIA, this is both a blessing and a curse. Never before has Formula 1 been reported on so frequently during the winter break. But the negative reasons tend to predominate.

In the premier class of motorsport, one thing is clear: it is only at the moment of loss that you realize how valuable someone is. And Hamilton has been the biggest driving force in Formula 1 for years. The British figurehead therefore wants to take advantage of his own power and uses his oppressive silence as a means of pressure. Hamilton gives the FIA a (feasible) ultimatum In the past few days there was a summit meeting in London between the FIA Board of Directors around new President Mohammed Ben Sulayem and CEO Stefano Domenicali. Representatives from the individual teams were also present. The biggest item on the day's list was the controversial Abu Dhabi race. Or rather, the controversial final laps of the Grand Prix. Race director Michael Masi's decision at the time continues to stir up feelings. And that's what Hamilton's demand is based on. The fateful safety car. © APA/afp / GIUSEPPE CACACE

Contrary to previous claims, the 37-year-old is not demanding Masi's dismissal, but rather an apology from the FIA. This should include that the association has made mistakes and that we stand by them. It remains to be seen whether such an insight will emerge during the London summit. The new leadership appears to be anything but in a hurry. The first results will be summarized on February 3rd, but will not be made public until March 18th. Toto Wolff with a clear point of view By then it might already be too late to apologize. This is the first day of training of the new season. Mercedes boss Toto Wolff is aiming for an internal solution. The Austrian wanted to seek a personal conversation. “I will talk to Lewis in February. It would be a disgrace for our sport if the best driver left because of outrageous decisions. The final belonged only to Hamilton,” explained Wolff. “It would be a disgrace for our sport if the best driver leaves because of outrageous decisions.” Toto wolff For him there was only one winner that December evening. “No one was better that day. It will always haunt us, even though Max Verstappen is a worthy world champion over the course of the season! I hope we can give Red Bull the answer in 2022.”

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