October 11, 2020 Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton celebrates on the podium after winning the race Pool via REUTERSSeven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton will be staying in Formula One for the next two years at least after he and Mercedes announced a contract extension on Saturday. "They have held themselves accountable and made important strides in creating a more diverse team and inclusive environment. Wolff said there was "no better driver" to have in the team as they prepare for major rule changes in 2022. He is a global superstar on and off the race track and his positive impact on Formula One is huge." Hamilton's team mate for 2022 remains to be decided, with Finland's Valtteri Bottas out of contract and young Briton George Russell tipped to replace him.

Source: Standard Digital July 03, 2021 16:52 UTC