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‘You don't need Lewis': Mercedes warned about Hamilton and Russell

Former Ferrari and Williams manager, Peter Windsor, has raised questions about the dynamic between the two Mercedes teammates, George Russell and Lewis Hamilton, implying that Russell's presence in the team may not have been Hamilton's choice. Hamilton, a seven-time world champion, had been notably vocal in expressing his appreciation for his former Mercedes teammate, Valtteri Bottas, during their tenure together at the team.  The 38-year-old champion actively advocated for the retention of the Finnish driver beyond the 2021 season.  However, despite Hamilton's endorsement, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff chose not to renew Bottas's contract.  Want to work in Formula 1?...
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