Hamilton: "Grateful to Alonso for the congratulations" – Formula 1

The names of Fernando Alonso is Lewis Hamilton they will always be united by a particular bond, with that epic 2007 season, the first in Lewis' F1, lived "dangerously" by McLaren boxers. However, the tense nerves of the time turned into mutual respect, as witnessed by the honor parade organized by Hamilton (and Sebastian Vettel) last year in Abu Dhabi for the withdrawal of the Spaniard.

However, on the eve of the Brazilian Grand Prix Lewis Hamilton returned to his relationship with the two-time world champion, publicly thanking him for a congratulatory message received by Alonso on the occasion of his sixth world title. "I received a message from Fernando, which was really incredible. I was really grateful, because obviously we lived a whirlwind of experiences together during these years. In all honesty I have always had respect for what he has achieved and his abilities – reiterated Hamilton – also seeing his growth path during his years at McLaren ".

Among the messages of compliments received by the Mercedes champion, over 400, there was also that of Ron Dennis. "Seeing Ron's message really touched me – admitted Hamilton – because I met him when I was 10 and saw something in me that no one else had seen, except my father. It gave me the opportunity to show my skills, learn and grow. Without him I probably wouldn't have arrived in Formula 1. I would have had to give up because of the lack of money, I would have been overtaken by guys who had more funds behind them. I will always be grateful to RonI hope he's somehow proud. I hope you feel part of this like everyone else ".

Wolff: "I don't know if Hamilton would have congratulated Vettel"

Finally Hamilton returned once again to his excellent relationship with Sebastian Vettel, who also congratulated the Englishman immediately after the end of the US GP: "Surely it is an honor when there are other pilots, in particular Seb, who respects so much for their abilities, with which you have built a relationship that is constantly growing, that they take a moment to come and show their respect. It is surprising".