After a nerve-wracking wait of 945 days without a podium finish, Lewis Hamilton emerged victorious at the British Grand Prix, marking his 104th win in Formula One. The iconic race at Silverstone saw Hamilton battle fiercely against Red Bull's Max Verstappen, ultimately securing his first win since the penultimate race of the 2021 season in Saudi Arabia.
\"That's the longest stint without a win, 945 days. This could be one of the most special for me, if not the most special,\" Hamilton shared. The 39-year-old driver, celebrating his last British Grand Prix with Mercedes before his move to Ferrari, expressed immense gratitude towards his team and fans. \"I wanted to win this so much for them, because I love them and I appreciate them so much,\" he added.
The race concluded with Hamilton narrowly edging out Verstappen by 1.5 seconds, while Lando Norris secured the third spot for McLaren ahead of teammate Oscar Piastri. Silverstone held its breath during the closing laps as Hamilton defended his lead, becoming the first F1 driver to win on any track nine times. He also tied Michael Schumacher's record of seven world titles, further cementing his legacy in the sport.
Reflecting on his win, Hamilton said, \"My fans around the world have been so supportive. I was counting the days, and there's just no greater feeling than to finish at the front here.\" To celebrate, he plans to enjoy his favorite Indian cuisine, stating, \"With a curry. I love Indian food.\"
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Hamilton secures his first F1 win in 945 days at British Grand Prix
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