The seven-time Formula 1 world champion came out to support young drivers like the Argentine Franco Colapinto, who are highly criticized for making mistakes.
In Q3 of the Las Vegas GPa small mistake led him to Franco Colapinto impact against containment barriers. The accident not only left serious damage to the vehicle, but also forced the young driver to be taken to the medical center for evaluation.
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Although the incident caused concern in the paddock, it also led to reflection on the pressures faced by rookie drivers. Lewis Hamilton came out in defense of young people Colapinto.


“I think it’s about giving people the opportunity and not tearing them down when they make mistakes. Who among us or you at 18 or 19 didn’t make mistakes?”said the British pilot. “We should free these people and not just give them a chance or two… We must continue to support them”said the seven-time world champion.
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Lewis Hamilton defended Franco after his accident:
“Which of you at 18 or 19 years old did not make mistakes? We must support these pilots, not give them just one opportunity, but two or as many as they need, continue supporting them and not criticize them in a cruel way” pic.twitter.com/62tRdDrrxb—Lewis Argento (@LewisHamArg44) November 24, 2024
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