Lewis Hamilton insists he could race into the 2030s

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 30 Oct, 08:50 · Archive

Lewis Hamilton says he is 'built differently' and could continue racing into the 2030s, including a planned African grand prix in Rwanda.

Lewis Hamilton declared he is 'built differently' from any Formula One driver in history as he doubled down on plans to extend his career into the 2030s. The seven-time world champion made the statement ahead of this weekend's Mexican Grand Prix, after F1 announced a race in Rwanda from the early 2030s.

Hamilton, who is 41, will be at least 45 when the Rwanda race takes place. When challenged on whether this represented a realistic prospect, he said: 'You've never had anyone like me in the 70 years [of F1's history], I feel like I am built differently.' He acknowledged that 'challenges up ahead that I can't foresee' come with age, but pointed to his recent reaction times as evidence he can remain competitive.

Hamilton said: 'Did you see my reaction time in the last race? It was faster than some of the youngest people here.' He added that 'as long as you are willing to sacrifice everything', he remains 'all in', though he noted he cannot say whether he will want to continue in four years' time. Hamilton is currently in contention to finish second in the drivers' championship this season.

How it is being reported

• 'You've never had anyone like me in 70 years of F1': Lewis Hamilton, 41, declares he is 'built differently' to every other driver - as he repeats vow to race into next decadeLewis Hamilton declared he is 'built differently' to any Formula One driver in history as he doubled down on his vow to be racing into the 2030s.Daily Mail Sport · 30 Oct, 08:35
• 'I'm built differently' - Hamilton defiant over extending F1 career into 2030sLewis Hamilton insisted he "is built differently" as he continued to rule out extending his Formula 1 career into the 2030s.Sky Sports · 29 Oct, 23:30

In this story: Lewis Hamilton · Rwanda · Formula One · Mexico City · Kimi Antonelli

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