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    Honda QUITS Formula 1 to focus on carbon neutrality leaving Red Bull and AlphaTauri without engines in 2022

    HONDA are quitting Formula One in a serious blow to the sport.
    The Japanese car giant dropped the bombshell in a press conference from their Tokyo HQ yesterday (FRI) that will have F1 chiefs reeling.

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    Honda are set to leave AlphaTauri and Red Bull without engines in 2022Credit: Getty Images – Getty

    Honda, who returned to F1 in 2015 first with McLaren, will leave at the end of the 2021 season meaning Red Bull and sister team, AlphaTauri, will need to source an engine to go racing from 2022 onwards.
    However, it is Honda’s reasons for turning their backs on F1 which is the biggest concern.
    As F1 does not fit in with their environmental and sustainability targets and they will focus their investment on electric vehicles.
    A statement from Honda said: “As the automobile industry undergoes a once-in-one-hundred-years period of great transformation, Honda has decided to strive for the realization of carbon neutrality by 2050.

    “This goal will be pursued as part of Honda’s environmental initiatives which is one of the top priorities of Honda as a mobility manufacturer.
    “Toward this end, Honda needs to funnel its corporate resources in research and development into the areas of future power unit and energy technologies, including fuel cell vehicle and battery technologies, which will be the core of carbon-free technologies.
    “Toward this end, Honda made the decision to conclude its participation in F1.”
    Honda say they are committed to seeing out their deal with Red Bull and AlphaTauri and will continue to financially support the current F1 engine development.

    Honda has decided to strive for the realization of carbon neutrality by 2050. Toward this end, Honda made the decision to conclude its participation in F1

    And sources at Red Bull say there is no panic within their Milton Keynes HQ as they now switch their attention to finding another engine supplier.
    F1’s rules mean that one of the current engine markers – Mercedes, Ferrari or Renault must supply them with engines, but they will come at a cost.
    Team Principal Christian Horner, admitted it now offers his team a new challenge but Red Bull are well suited to change as the only team in the modern era to win races with two manufacturers.
    He said: “As a team we understand how difficult it has been for Honda Motor Company to reach the decision to step back from Formula One at the end of the 2021 season.
    “The shifting focus within the automotive industry has led to Honda’s decision to re-deploy their resources and we understand and respect the reasoning behind this.

    MY VIEW

    By Ben Hunt

    F1 bosses should be worried. Losing a big name company in Honda is a real concern as the sport is suffering an identity crisis.
    In fairness, F1 have been smart to bring in cost-caps £119million as part of the new rules but now there is a wider issue.
    Given the economic downturn, F1 will be hoping more companies don’t follow Honda’s lead.
    The way I see it, is that F1 now has a decision to make when it comes to engines.
    Is it a mix of sport and entertainment? Or does it still hanker after the idea of being a combination of sport and road-relevant technology – as it used to be?
    For me, it is a simple one. Go for the sport/entertainment mix. Drive down costs by bringing back cheaper, simpler engines.
    Ditch the complicated hybrids. Make them loud and exciting.
    F1 has missed the boat when it comes to road-relevance battery power. Formula E has that sewn up.
    The sad thing is, the engine regulations are now in place until 2026, meaning incoming F1 chairman Stefano Domenicali has a job on his hands in encouraging other brands to stay in F1 until then.

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    “Their decision presents obvious challenges for us as a team but we have been here before and with our strength in depth we are well prepared and equipped to respond effectively, as we have proven in the past.
    “Whilst we are disappointed not to continue our partnership with Honda, we are enormously proud of our joint success, delivering five wins and 15 podiums for both Red Bull owned teams and we thank everyone at Honda for their extraordinary efforts and commitment.
    “As a group, we will now take the time afforded to us to further evaluate and find the most competitive power unit solution for 2022 and beyond.”

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    Motocross star Arminas Jasikonis, 23, in coma with ‘traumatic brain injury’ after horror crash at Lombardy GP

    MOTOCROSS star Arminas Jasikonis is in a coma with a “very serious” traumatic brain injury after crashing at the Lombardy Grand Prix.
    A helicopter took the Lithuanian rider, 23, to a nearby hospital in Cremona, Italy, where he was placed in a coma to stabilise his condition.

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    Arminas Jasikonis was said to be in a medically-induced coma as a standard procedure after an horrific crash Credit: PA:Press Association

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    Lithuanian race ace Arminas Jasikonis is in hospital with what his team have called a traumatic brain injuryCredit: PA:Press Association

    Jasikonis’ Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing are “staying positive” at a “very difficult time for his family”.
    He is thought to have fallen hard when working his way up through the field during the second MXGP race at Lombardia in Montovia.
    Team manager Antti Pyrhönen said: “After AJ was flown to hospital on Sunday night, he was placed in a medically induced coma because of the trauma he suffered to his brain. 
    “This is a very serious situation for Arminas and a very difficult time for his family and all involved in the team. 

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    “Really, there is not much else to say at this time – this is the situation, a situation that is very serious and difficult for everyone, and now we have to wait and stay positive. 
    “He has the best medical care around him, and we are in close contact with both the specialists at the hospital here in Italy but also in Innsbruck, Austria. 
    “Thank you to everyone who has expressed their concerns and wish AJ all the best.” More

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    F1 Russian Grand Prix LIVE RESULT: Hamilton fails to equal Schumacher record after ten-second penalty as Bottas wins

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    Yes, Valtteri!!! 💪n
    Bottas takes his second win of 2020! 🏁🏆👏n
    Max Verstappen comes home second, Lewis Hamilton takes third#RussianGP 🇷🇺 #F1 pic.twitter.com/IBqgTERm4qn
    — Formula 1 (@F1) September 27, 2020n
    n”,”raw”:”
    BOTTAS GETS THE JOB DONE
    He wins the Russian Grand Prix.
    Verstappen is second.
    Hamilton is third after serving his 10 second time penalty PLUS he gets another two penalty points on his licence, as he edges closer a one-race ban.
    https://twitter.com/F1/status/1310199573823066112″},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601210910,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:48″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345688″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345688″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    BOTTAS HAS 3 LAPS TO GOnn
    He is looking good here for his second win of the season. Has a 5 second lead over Verstappen and then Hamilton is another 11 seconds behind him.n”,”raw”:”
    BOTTAS HAS 3 LAPS TO GO

    He is looking good here for his second win of the season. Has a 5 second lead over Verstappen and then Hamilton is another 11 seconds behind him.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601210650,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:44″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345686″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345686″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    NORRIS PITSnn
    He drops out of the points after his tyres came to the end of their life. Disappointing day for McLaren.n”,”raw”:”
    NORRIS PITS

    He drops out of the points after his tyres came to the end of their life. Disappointing day for McLaren.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601210591,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:43″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345677″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345677″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    LAP 46n
    Great defence from Lando Norris to hold on to ninth place from Albon and Gasly.n
    n”,”raw”:”
    LAP 46
    Great defence from Lando Norris to hold on to ninth place from Albon and Gasly.
    https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/57898770-81ae-4f69-8016-a6cade740a04.jpg?strip=all&w=960″},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601210160,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:36″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345666″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345666″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    AND AT THE BACK…nn
    Raikkonen, Latifi and Russell make up the bottom three.nn
    One place ahead of them is Romain Grosjean, who has just lost his place to Sebastian Vettel, who is having another shocker down in 14th. n”,”raw”:”
    AND AT THE BACK…

    Raikkonen, Latifi and Russell make up the bottom three.

    One place ahead of them is Romain Grosjean, who has just lost his place to Sebastian Vettel, who is having another shocker down in 14th. “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601209758,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:29″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345657″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345657″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    10 PENALTY POINTS FOR HAMILTONnn
    FIA confirm he has been penalised with one-point for each offence, so he now has 10 on his license.nn
    Another two between now and November would see him hit with a one-race ban.n”,”raw”:”
    10 PENALTY POINTS FOR HAMILTON

    FIA confirm he has been penalised with one-point for each offence, so he now has 10 on his license.

    Another two between now and November would see him hit with a one-race ban.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601209160,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:19″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345649″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345649″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    BOTTAS IN CONTROL HEREn
    He does like this track. He has a 12.717 second lead over Verstappen, who is in second. n
    Hamilton now in third by 22.398 seconds behind the Dutchman.n
    n”,”raw”:”
    BOTTAS IN CONTROL HERE
    He does like this track. He has a 12.717 second lead over Verstappen, who is in second.
    Hamilton now in third by 22.398 seconds behind the Dutchman.
    https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/NINTCHDBPICT000610961347.jpg?strip=all&w=960″},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601208919,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:15″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345643″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345643″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    RICCIARDO GETS A FIVE SECOND PENALTYnn
    For missing the Turn 2 exit. He takes it on the chin. No moaning.n”,”raw”:”
    RICCIARDO GETS A FIVE SECOND PENALTY

    For missing the Turn 2 exit. He takes it on the chin. No moaning.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601208754,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:12″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345639″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345639″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    BIG NEWS – HAMILTON IS ALSO PICKING UP PENALTY POINTSn
    He came into this race with eight points on his racing licence.n
    He’s now got nine – and set for 10.n
    IF he gets to 12, he will be banned for one race.n
    n”,”raw”:”
    BIG NEWS – HAMILTON IS ALSO PICKING UP PENALTY POINTS
    He came into this race with eight points on his racing licence.
    He’s now got nine – and set for 10.
    IF he gets to 12, he will be banned for one race.
    https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/NINTCHDBPICT000610954290.jpg?strip=all&w=960″},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601208628,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:10″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345634″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345634″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    LAP 27 of 53nn
    Bottas leads Leclerc, Verstappen, Kvyat, Hamilton, Perez, Ricciardo, Vettel.n”,”raw”:”
    LAP 27 of 53

    Bottas leads Leclerc, Verstappen, Kvyat, Hamilton, Perez, Ricciardo, Vettel.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601208335,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:05″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345629″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345629″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    RICCIARDO UNDER INVESTIGATIONnn
    The Aussie missed the emergency escape route at Turn 2 after missing the corner. n”,”raw”:”
    RICCIARDO UNDER INVESTIGATION

    The Aussie missed the emergency escape route at Turn 2 after missing the corner. “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601208281,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:04″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345626″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345626″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    HAMILTON STILL UNHAPPYnn
    He tells his race engineer – “I don’t want any more info, Bono. It doesn’t make any difference.”n”,”raw”:”
    HAMILTON STILL UNHAPPY

    He tells his race engineer – “I don’t want any more info, Bono. It doesn’t make any difference.””},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601208178,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:02″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345618″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345618″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    LAP 19n
    Hamilton is now up to seventh place. He has the bit between his teeth. n
    It is, Bottas, Verstappen, Perez, Leclerc, Kvyat, Magnussen and Hamilton.n
    n”,”raw”:”
    LAP 19
    Hamilton is now up to seventh place. He has the bit between his teeth.
    It is, Bottas, Verstappen, Perez, Leclerc, Kvyat, Magnussen and Hamilton.
    https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/NINTCHDBPICT000610959448.jpg?strip=all&w=960″},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601207543,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”12:52″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345612″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345612″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    LAP 17nn
    Hamilton now pits to serve his 10 second penalty.nn
    He has new tyres.nn
    He comes back on track in 11th place.nn
    He is unhappy and says over the radio: “This is just ridiculous man.”n”,”raw”:”
    LAP 17

    Hamilton now pits to serve his 10 second penalty.

    He has new tyres.

    He comes back on track in 11th place.

    He is unhappy and says over the radio: “This is just ridiculous man.””},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601207288,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”12:48″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345604″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345604″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    HAMILTON HAS THE RED MISTn
    Lap 13 Mercedes call in Hamilton for tyres and to serve his first 5 second penalty.n
    Lap 14 Hamilton carries on and sets the fastest lap of the race so far, says “do not stop me…do not…” over the radio.n
    n”,”raw”:”
    HAMILTON HAS THE RED MIST
    Lap 13 Mercedes call in Hamilton for tyres and to serve his first 5 second penalty.
    Lap 14 Hamilton carries on and sets the fastest lap of the race so far, says “do not stop me…do not…” over the radio.
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    LEWIS HAMILTON has missed out on Michael Schumacher’s win record after finishing 3rd in the Russian Grand Prix.
    The Brit started on pole and fended off Valtteri Bottas and Max Verstappen, but was handed two five-second penalties for performing practice starts outside the designated zone before the race.

    And that allowed Bottas to take the chequered flag, before making a strong statement on the team radio.
    He said: “To my critics, to whom it may concern. F*** you!”
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    Valtteri Bottas wins Russian Grand Prix as Lewis Hamilton blows chance to match Michael Schumacher record

    LEWIS HAMILTON blasted a “ridiculous” and “bulls**t” time penalty that cost him a chance to match Michael Schumacher’s win record in Russia.
    The Brit was hit with a 10-second penalty for practising his grid starts in the wrong place on his way to the track in Sochi.

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    Lewis Hamilton was frustrated at what he called a “ridiculous” penaltyCredit: Getty Images

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    Valtteri Bottas pounced on Lewis Hamilton’s woes to win the Russian Grand PrixCredit: Reuters

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    Valtteri Bottas won the ninth race of his careerCredit: Reuters

    Hamilton started on pole looking for a record equalling 91st victory in F1 but was made to settle for third.
    His team-mate Valtteri Bottas took full advantage to win his second race of the season from Red Bull’s Max Verstappen.
    Hamilton told Sky Sports: “I need to go back and see what the rules are or what exactly I did wrong.
    “I am pretty sure that no-one has got two five-second penalties for something so ridiculous before.

    “I’ve done this at a million tracks over the years and never been questioned on it but it is what it is.

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    Lewis Hamilton was forced to serve a 10-second penalty in the pitsCredit: Getty Images

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    The reigning world champion came back onto track in 11th but fought back onto the podiumCredit: Getty Images
    “Of course it is (excessive). It’s to be expected, they’re trying to stop me. But it’s ok. I need to keep my head down and stay focussed and see what happens.”
    Six-time world champion Hamilton was heard over team radio saying “this is ridiculous, man” and asking “where is that in the rules?” after the penalty that ruined his day.
    He pitted on lap 17 to change tyres and serve his 10-second penalty, which meant he returned to the track down in 11th place.

    Hamilton complained that Mercedes pitted him too early and told his race engineer: “I don’t want any more info, Bono. It doesn’t make any difference.”
    The 35-year-old fought his way back to third but saw his lead in the drivers’ standings cut.

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    Valtteri Bottas got a flying start and almost overtook Lewis Hamilton from the startCredit: Reuters

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    Carlos Sainz crashed his McLaren into the barrier on the opening lapCredit: Getty Images
    Bottas started from third but leapfrogged Verstappen from the start and led a drama free race to win in Russia.
    Sergio Perez finished fourth for Racing Point with Daniel Ricciardo fifth in his Renault and Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc in sixth.
    The safety car was out on the first lap after Lance Stroll smashed his Racing Point and Carlos Sainz crunched his McLaren into the barrier.
    But the rest of the race in Russia was far less eventful after back to back thrillers in Italy at the start of the month which both saw red flags.

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    Max Verstappen came home second for Red BullCredit: EPA

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    Racing Point’s Sergio Perez finished in fourth placeCredit: AFP

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    Hamilton will have to wait until the Nurburgring in Germany next time out for a shot at matching Schumacher’s record.
    Bottas said: “It’s nice to get a win again. It’s been a while.
    “I need to try and keep the momentum. There are still quite a few races to go so I’ll keep pushing and keep the pressure up.”

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    Lewis Hamilton wore a ‘Black Lives Matter’ shirt for F1’s message against racismCredit: Getty Images

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    Fans were allowed into the stands for the race in SochiCredit: Reuters

    2020 RACE CALENDAR

    July 5 – Austria (W: Bottas)
    July 12 – Styria (W: Hamilton)
    July 19 – Hungary (W: Hamilton)
    Aug 2 – Britain (W: Hamilton)
    Aug 9 – 70th Anniversary (W: Verstappen)
    Aug 16 – Spain (W: Hamilton)
    Aug 30 – Belgium (W: Hamilton)
    Sept 6 – Italy (W: Gasly)
    Sept 13 – Tuscany (W: Hamilton)
    Sept 27 – Russia (W: Bottas)
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    Lewis Hamilton risks one-race BAN after picking up another penalty at F1 Russian Grand Prix in Sochi

    LEWIS HAMILTON’s record-equalling title challenge could be put on hold as he risks a one-race ban.
    The six-time world champion is likely to match Michael Schumacher’s haul of seven titles by the end of this season.

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    Lewis Hamilton could face a one-race banCredit: Getty Images – Getty

    However, the Brit has been left walking a disciplinary tightrope after picking up another two penalty points on his racing licence.
    Hamilton saw himself handed a two five-second penalties in Russia after performing practice starts out of banned.
    Luckily for him, the FIA ruled the two penalties to form one incident, meaning he received two points, rather than the four which would have seen him banned.
    However, if he picks up any more penalty points he will receive a one-race ban.

    After the incident in Italy, Hamilton sought out race stewards for an explanation of the call to hand him a penalty.
    However, he was later satisfied with their decision and accepted responsibility for the error that resulted in him finishing in seventh place.
    FIA Race Director, Michael Masi, says Hamilton was well within his rights to ask for a clarification.
    He said: “As far as I understand, when Lewis saw the video, he agreed that the penalty was fair.

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    Lewis Hamilton was handed two penalty points at the Italian GPCredit: Reuters

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    “There are no such restrictions [stopping a driver from seeing the stewards but fortunately, it’s not often that races have to be stopped with a red flag.
    “But the stewards always adhere to an open door policy — if someone has questions, they can always ask them.”
    Meanwhile, Hamilton’s boss at Mercedes, Toto Wolff says he will be staying with the team next year – although his role has yet to be decided.
    Wolff, who also owns 30 percent of the team, is weighing up his plans as his contract with the team expires at the end of year.
    He said: “I love this team and I think this is my place, it is just [that] eight years as a team principal is taking its toll and it is something I am reflecting on.
    “It is important to make the right decision for my family or myself but you you can sure I will be involved in this team in one way or another.”

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    F1 Russian Grand Prix 2020: Live stream, TV channel, start time and full race schedule from Sochi

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    Yes, Valtteri!!! 💪n
    Bottas takes his second win of 2020! 🏁🏆👏n
    Max Verstappen comes home second, Lewis Hamilton takes third#RussianGP 🇷🇺 #F1 pic.twitter.com/IBqgTERm4qn
    — Formula 1 (@F1) September 27, 2020n
    n”,”raw”:”
    BOTTAS GETS THE JOB DONE
    He wins the Russian Grand Prix.
    Verstappen is second.
    Hamilton is third after serving his 10 second time penalty PLUS he gets another two penalty points on his licence, as he edges closer a one-race ban.
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    BOTTAS HAS 3 LAPS TO GOnn
    He is looking good here for his second win of the season. Has a 5 second lead over Verstappen and then Hamilton is another 11 seconds behind him.n”,”raw”:”
    BOTTAS HAS 3 LAPS TO GO

    He is looking good here for his second win of the season. Has a 5 second lead over Verstappen and then Hamilton is another 11 seconds behind him.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601210650,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:44″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345686″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345686″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    NORRIS PITSnn
    He drops out of the points after his tyres came to the end of their life. Disappointing day for McLaren.n”,”raw”:”
    NORRIS PITS

    He drops out of the points after his tyres came to the end of their life. Disappointing day for McLaren.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601210591,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:43″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345677″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345677″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    LAP 46n
    Great defence from Lando Norris to hold on to ninth place from Albon and Gasly.n
    n”,”raw”:”
    LAP 46
    Great defence from Lando Norris to hold on to ninth place from Albon and Gasly.
    https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/57898770-81ae-4f69-8016-a6cade740a04.jpg?strip=all&w=960″},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601210160,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:36″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345666″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345666″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    AND AT THE BACK…nn
    Raikkonen, Latifi and Russell make up the bottom three.nn
    One place ahead of them is Romain Grosjean, who has just lost his place to Sebastian Vettel, who is having another shocker down in 14th. n”,”raw”:”
    AND AT THE BACK…

    Raikkonen, Latifi and Russell make up the bottom three.

    One place ahead of them is Romain Grosjean, who has just lost his place to Sebastian Vettel, who is having another shocker down in 14th. “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601209758,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:29″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345657″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345657″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    10 PENALTY POINTS FOR HAMILTONnn
    FIA confirm he has been penalised with one-point for each offence, so he now has 10 on his license.nn
    Another two between now and November would see him hit with a one-race ban.n”,”raw”:”
    10 PENALTY POINTS FOR HAMILTON

    FIA confirm he has been penalised with one-point for each offence, so he now has 10 on his license.

    Another two between now and November would see him hit with a one-race ban.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601209160,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:19″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345649″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345649″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    BOTTAS IN CONTROL HEREn
    He does like this track. He has a 12.717 second lead over Verstappen, who is in second. n
    Hamilton now in third by 22.398 seconds behind the Dutchman.n
    n”,”raw”:”
    BOTTAS IN CONTROL HERE
    He does like this track. He has a 12.717 second lead over Verstappen, who is in second.
    Hamilton now in third by 22.398 seconds behind the Dutchman.
    https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/NINTCHDBPICT000610961347.jpg?strip=all&w=960″},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601208919,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:15″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345643″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345643″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    RICCIARDO GETS A FIVE SECOND PENALTYnn
    For missing the Turn 2 exit. He takes it on the chin. No moaning.n”,”raw”:”
    RICCIARDO GETS A FIVE SECOND PENALTY

    For missing the Turn 2 exit. He takes it on the chin. No moaning.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601208754,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:12″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345639″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345639″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    BIG NEWS – HAMILTON IS ALSO PICKING UP PENALTY POINTSn
    He came into this race with eight points on his racing licence.n
    He’s now got nine – and set for 10.n
    IF he gets to 12, he will be banned for one race.n
    n”,”raw”:”
    BIG NEWS – HAMILTON IS ALSO PICKING UP PENALTY POINTS
    He came into this race with eight points on his racing licence.
    He’s now got nine – and set for 10.
    IF he gets to 12, he will be banned for one race.
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    LAP 27 of 53nn
    Bottas leads Leclerc, Verstappen, Kvyat, Hamilton, Perez, Ricciardo, Vettel.n”,”raw”:”
    LAP 27 of 53

    Bottas leads Leclerc, Verstappen, Kvyat, Hamilton, Perez, Ricciardo, Vettel.”},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601208335,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:05″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345629″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345629″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    RICCIARDO UNDER INVESTIGATIONnn
    The Aussie missed the emergency escape route at Turn 2 after missing the corner. n”,”raw”:”
    RICCIARDO UNDER INVESTIGATION

    The Aussie missed the emergency escape route at Turn 2 after missing the corner. “},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601208281,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:04″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345626″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor odd alt thread-odd thread-alt depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345626″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    HAMILTON STILL UNHAPPYnn
    He tells his race engineer – “I don’t want any more info, Bono. It doesn’t make any difference.”n”,”raw”:”
    HAMILTON STILL UNHAPPY

    He tells his race engineer – “I don’t want any more info, Bono. It doesn’t make any difference.””},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601208178,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”13:02″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345618″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345618″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    LAP 19n
    Hamilton is now up to seventh place. He has the bit between his teeth. n
    It is, Bottas, Verstappen, Perez, Leclerc, Kvyat, Magnussen and Hamilton.n
    n”,”raw”:”
    LAP 19
    Hamilton is now up to seventh place. He has the bit between his teeth.
    It is, Bottas, Verstappen, Perez, Leclerc, Kvyat, Magnussen and Hamilton.
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    LAP 17nn
    Hamilton now pits to serve his 10 second penalty.nn
    He has new tyres.nn
    He comes back on track in 11th place.nn
    He is unhappy and says over the radio: “This is just ridiculous man.”n”,”raw”:”
    LAP 17

    Hamilton now pits to serve his 10 second penalty.

    He has new tyres.

    He comes back on track in 11th place.

    He is unhappy and says over the radio: “This is just ridiculous man.””},”date”:{“timestamp”:1601207288,”date_formatted”:”27th September 2020″,”time_formatted”:”12:48″},”author”:”Ben Hunt”,”avatar”:{“src”:”https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/9e6897c8bf18cc48fae76c4d49411521?s=96&d=mm&r=g”,”width”:30,”height”:30}},{“id”:”345604″,”type”:”new”,”post_id”:”12764119″,”css_classes”:”liveblog byuser comment-author-bhunt bypostauthor even thread-even depth-1 liveblog-entry liveblog-entry-class-345604″,”content”:{“rendered”:”
    HAMILTON HAS THE RED MISTn
    Lap 13 Mercedes call in Hamilton for tyres and to serve his first 5 second penalty.n
    Lap 14 Hamilton carries on and sets the fastest lap of the race so far, says “do not stop me…do not…” over the radio.n
    n”,”raw”:”
    HAMILTON HAS THE RED MIST
    Lap 13 Mercedes call in Hamilton for tyres and to serve his first 5 second penalty.
    Lap 14 Hamilton carries on and sets the fastest lap of the race so far, says “do not stop me…do not…” over the radio.
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    27 Sep 2020, 14:47
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    LEWIS HAMILTON has missed out on Michael Schumacher’s win record after finishing 3rd in the Russian Grand Prix.
    The Brit started on pole and fended off Valtteri Bottas and Max Verstappen, but was handed two five-second penalties for performing practice starts outside the designated zone before the race.

    And that allowed Bottas to take the chequered flag, before making a strong statement on the team radio.
    He said: “To my critics, to whom it may concern. F*** you!”
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    F2 Russian GP abandoned after Luca Ghiotto and Jack Aitken in ‘frightening’ fireball smash but both escape unhurt

    LUCA GHIOTTO and Jack Aitken were involved in a horrifying crash during this morning’s abandoned F2 Russian Grand Prix in Sochi.
    The sprint race was axed after both cars went up in flames following the horror accident.

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    Both cars lit up in flames after the horror crashCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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    Charred remains of car afterwardsCredit: Getty Images – Getty

    The F2 sprint race is abandoned after this HUGE crash involving Luca Ghiotto and Jack Aitken in Sochi.Thankfully, both drivers are fine and out of their cars. pic.twitter.com/OgHxP7vQ7r
    — Sky Sports (@SkySports) September 27, 2020

    But thankfully, the drivers somehow made it out unscathed.
    Brit Aitken, 25, and Ghiotto, 25, had been battling for position going into the third corner of lap eight.
    Finding themselves side-by-side their cars collided, sending them both veering into the wall.
    After the drivers fled their vehicles, marshals entered the scene.

    And while both cars were recovered, the race was unable to continue, with Guanyu Zhou being awarded the victory for the red flagged event, having been in the lead after lap five.
    Aitken and Ghiotto were awarded fourth and fifth respectively.
    The understandably shaken latter was able to give a wave for the camera, reassuring his fans back at home.
    And Aitken took to Twitter to thank concerned fans after the incident, also explaining what went wrong.

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    Ghiotto, left, and Aitken battle it out on track before crashCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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    Ghiotto’s wrecked car is carried offCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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    Aitken drives for Campos RacingCredit: Getty Images – Getty

    Hi all, thanks for all the messages, I’m glad to be all ok after that, glad Luca is too. A small touch between us earlier in the corner gave me a rear puncture, and the car just started going straight. Just one of them.
    — Jack Aitken – 한세용 (@JaitkenRacer) September 27, 2020

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    He wrote: “Hi all, thanks for all the messages, I’m glad to be all ok after that, glad Luca is too. A small touch between us earlier in the corner gave me a rear puncture, and the car just started going straight. Just one of them.”
    Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher’s 21-year-old son Mick came third in the curtailed race.
    And he responded afterwards: “We had a good first lap then just tried to manage our tyres, but hopefully everyone is alright – that’s all that matters at the moment.”
    And having clinched his first ever F2 victory, Zhou, also 21, offered his thoughts on his win, as well as the troubling scenes.
    The rising Chinese star said: “It feels amazing, I promised to my fans in China we’d listen to the Chinese national anthem on the podium!
    “I’m really happy for the win but it’s great to see both drivers walk away from their crash.”

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    Hamilton vs Schumacher: Wet weather, coping with pressure & consistency – who’s the GOAT with Brit set to match F1 wins?

    LEWIS HAMILTON is one victory away from equalling Michael Schuamcher’s record of 91 Formula One wins.
    The British star, 35, is also likely to match the German’s record seven world titles this season too.

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    Hamilton is set to equal Schumacher’s F1 wins tally on 91Credit: Splash News

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    Schumacher’s record seven world titles could be equalled this season by HamiltonCredit: AP:Associated Press

    Hamilton has already beaten Schumacher’s record for the most podiums and pole positions.
    And he starts the Russia Grand Prix in Sochi on pole as he prepares to equal the once-seemingly-untouchable record…
    But which of the two F1 legends is the greatest?
    Sadly, the two only competed against each other for three seasons in F1 when Schumacher came out of retirement to drive for Mercedes, who were then uncompetitive.

    SunSport breaks down the drivers’ skills into five categories to establish who is F1’s No1.
    WORK-RATE
    Hamilton
    The Mercedes man gets a fair chunk of stick for his jet-setting ways and there is a feeling he doesn’t do his homework in the same way as other drivers do.
    Wrong. He does and has his notebook that he carries with him that he uses to provide feedback to his engineers.

    Score: 8
    Schumacher
    When Schumacher joined Ferrari he was already well-known for his attention to detail, but after signing for the Italian team he cranked it up to a new level.
    Yes, Ferrari did surround him with the best people and a defacto No2 driver, but Schumacher’s work-rate was next level.
    Score: 10

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    Lewis Hamilton has looked in imperious form this season – particularly in the wetCredit: EPA

    OVER A SINGLE LAP
    Hamilton
    In F1, there is a term that is frequently used that is along the lines of “being able to extract the most from the package”.
    To everyone else, that means going as quick as you can… and the best measurement of that is in qualifying.
    Hamilton is untouchable over one flying lap, his performances, especially for Mercedes, on a Saturday are mesmerising.
    Score: 10
    Schumacher
    While Schumacher achieved an impressive 68 poles during his F1 career, Hamilton currently sits on 95, and having reached that number on 47 fewer races.
    Make no mistake, Schumacher was quick, but Hamilton easily edges this one.
    The argument of who had the better car also goes out of the window.
    Score: 8

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    Hamilton has reached the level of Schumacher – something no one thought possibleCredit: Reuters
    DRIVING IN THE WET
    Hamilton
    Whenever it rains, Hamilton is the favourite.
    Since his impressive performance in the wet at Silverstone in 2008 to his bravery in qualifying for this year’s Styrian GP, he always seems to keep it on the black stuff, whatever the weather.
    This year’s pole in Austria was particularly impressive, with his Merc boss Toto Wolff hailing the performance as “not from this world”.
    Score: 10
    Schumacher
    Like Hamilton, the German has a reputation for being an excellent wet weather driver.
    One race that stands out is the 1995 Belgian GP where he stayed on slicks while most of the other cars pitted for wets.
    Despite being slower, Schumacher held off Damon Hill to win the race.
    Score: 9

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    CALM UNDER PRESSURE
    Hamilton
    With team radio now regularly played out on TV, fans get an insight into life in the drivers’ cockpits.
    For the best part, Hamilton’s comments on tyres are interesting for those studying the lap times.
    But while he sometimes sounds flustered, it’s worth remembering he’s travelling at 200mph and pulling G-forces of 5G.
    Whatever he says to his team, Hamilton keeps things clean on track and does not resort to dirty tricks.
    Score: 10
    Schumacher
    Without the radio exchanges from Schuamcher’s era, it is difficult to make a direct comparison between their attitudes in the heat of battle.
    But there is a clear winner when it comes to gentlemanly conduct when handling the pressure.
    Time and again, Schumacher was at the centre of a foul play storm, be it blocking, dangerous moves or even inexplicably stopping on track to halt a qualifying session.
    Score: 8

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    Hamilton’s consistency race-on-race, season-after-season is mightily impressiveCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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    Schumacher is likely to see his record for most F1 wins broken this seasonCredit: EPA
    CONSISTENCY
    Hamilton
    Ah, the old argument about having the best car.
    The best car of the season is always defined by who won the title that year.
    The best drivers get to drive the best cars.
    Currently, the Mercedes is the best car and Hamilton’s consistency there has been staggering.
    He’s won 68 of the last 129 GPs.
    Score: 10
    Schumacher
    Schuamcher’s 13 wins out of 18 in his title winning 2004 season is the standout, yet that level of dominance is similar to Hamilton’s six wins in eight for this season.
    But when you look at Schumacher’s stats, the results are punctuated by retirements – something Hamilton rarely does.
    In fact, Hamilton’s last retirement from a race was over two years ago.
    Score: 8
    TOTAL SCORE
    Hamilton: 48
    Schumacher: 43

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