Lewis Hamilton, the six-time Formula One World Champion, has signed a multi-year contract extension with the Mercedes F1 Team. The news was announced on Thursday, October 15th, 2020.
Hamilton has been with the team since 2013 and has won five of his six world championships with them. He is widely considered to be one of the greatest drivers in the history of Formula One and his signing of a new contract with Mercedes is a testament to his loyalty and commitment to the team.
The terms of the new contract have not been disclosed, but it is believed to be a multi-year deal that will keep Hamilton at Mercedes until at least the end of the 2021 season. Hamilton had previously stated that he wanted to stay with Mercedes and that he was confident that a deal would eventually be reached.
The signing of Hamilton’s new contract comes at a time when Formula One is facing an uncertain future due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Hamilton has been vocal about his desire to see Formula One continue and his signing of a new contract with Mercedes is seen as a sign of his commitment to the sport.
When asked about the new contract, Hamilton said: “It’ll get done when it’s done. I’m just happy that we have been able to come to an agreement and I’m looking forward to continuing my journey with Mercedes.”
The signing of Hamilton’s new contract is a major boost for Mercedes and Formula One as a whole. Hamilton is one of the most successful drivers in the history of the sport and his commitment to the team and the sport is sure to be a major factor in helping Formula One continue to grow and thrive in the future.
