In an interview with Austrian paper Kronen Zeitung, Wolff briefly spoke about Hamilton, who has been absent from the public eye since his controversial defeat in Abu Dhabi. He was full of empathy for the Briton, explaining that Lewis Hamilton takes his own time to deal with such incidents.
However, the Austrian is confident that the seven-time world champion will be able to get past whatever obstacle is thrown at him. He said:
Wolff is hopeful and confident of Hamilton’s return, just like the new FIA president, claiming it would be a shame for the entire sport if the icon prematurely retired. He added:
The FIA has officially started an investigation to understand the decisions made in Abu Dhabi and an official verdict is expected by March 18, a week before the season-opener in Bahrain.
Lewis Hamilton’s return contingent on FIA report
Lewis Hamilton’s future in F1 is reportedly based on the outcome of the FIA’s inquiry into the events that occurred in Abu Dhabi. The seven-time world champion has remained silent since his loss to Max Verstappen on the final lap of the race and even “unfollowed” everybody on his Instagram account.
The champion’s silence has sparked rumors of his retirement from the sport despite being on the verge of breaking the legendary Michael Schumacher’s record for most titles (seven).
According to F1 pundit Craig Slater:
Since the historic race at Yas Marina, Hamilton has appeared in public only twice - to celebrate Mercedes’ constructors’ trophy and to receive a knighthood from the Prince of Wales.
Fans will be hoping the FIA’s report helps lessen the pain for Lewis Hamilton, provoking his return to the sport alongside his new teammate George Russell.
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