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    Stunning house Lewis Hamilton ‘will live in at Ferrari as he’s given honour only bestowed to Michael Schumacher’

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    LEWIS HAMILTON will reportedly move into a house formerly owned by Ferrari founder Enzo Ferrari next year.The seven-time world champion is set to join Ferrari ahead of the 2025 Formula One season, putting an end to his 11-year spell with Mercedes.Lewis Hamilton will move into a huge new house when he officially joins FerrariCredit: GettyThe Brit has been granted permission to move into Enzo Ferrari’s old houseCredit: AlamyAnd when he swaps Brackley for Maranello, he will be granted the permission to move into a famed Italian house.Sky Sports Italy claim he is expected to move into a house previously occupied by Mr Ferrari himself.The home is located next to the team’s Fiorano circuit.F1 legend Michael Schumacher is the only other driver to have been given the privilege to live there.Read More on F1He would reside at the house on testing days.The three-storey building houses Enzo’s iconic office, which has been preserved since his death in 1988.Every door and window shutter on the outside is painted in the iconic Scuderia red.And the interior is littered with Ferrari memorabilia.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe house is littered with Ferrari memorabiliaCredit: Instagram @tony__qianIt is located next to Ferrari’s baseCredit: Instagram @tony__qianMercedes have announced initial plans for Hamilton’s final race with the team, which will be at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix next month.The Brit will have the names of 150 fans printed on his car for the event.F1 Driver Salaries in 2024: How Much Do They Make? Mercedes opened a competition this week to determine the lucky supporters.Inside track on Hamilton’s lifeLEWIS HAMILTON has driven his way into pole position as Formula One’s most prolific winner. More

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      F1 agree blockbuster £150million deal to keep iconic race track on the calendar with new date revealed

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      FORMULA ONE has agreed a £150million deal to keep the legendary Monaco race track on the calendar into the 2030s.There had been rumours suggesting Monaco was under consideration to be AXED from the calendar.Monaco has struck a deal to stay on the F1 calendar until 2031Credit: GettyThe 2024 race won by Charles Leclerc was watched by 70 million peopleCredit: ReutersHowever, earlier today it was announced Monaco would remain in F1 until at least 2031 after striking a new six-year deal.The circuit has been an ever-present feature in the motorsport, with the track synonymous with the glitz and glamour associated with F1.But, according to the Daily Mail, this new deal was only struck after organisers agreed to double their previous annual contribution to £25m a year.A statement from F1 on the agreement said: “Formula 1 will continue to race around the streets of Monaco until 2031 inclusive, following a six-year extension to the existing agreement with the Automobile Club of Monaco (ACM) that runs through the 2025 season.READ MORE IN F1″Part of the first Formula 1 World Championship calendar back in 1950 and present since 1955, the Monaco Grand Prix is one of the most famous sporting events in the world and the ultimate test of concentration and skill for F1 drivers.”Located on the banks of the French Riviera, the field must navigate the scenic streets of Monte Carlo, tackling the slowest corner on the F1 circuit, the Loews Hairpin, and the iconic Casino Square and Swimming Pool sections.”Five of the current F1 grid sit alongside legends including Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost, Michael Schumacher and Niki Lauda in having triumphed around the 3.3km circuit.”Fernando Alonso, Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen have all won multiple times, alongside Sergio Perez and hometown hero Charles Leclerc – who created history this year when he became the first Monegasque to win the Grand Prix in F1 history.”Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe 2024 weekend was watched by a cumulative audience of 70 million fans worldwide.Meanwhile, the race has also seen its date on the calendar moved.Greatest F1 track on Earth’ created featuring iconic parts from Silverstone, Spa and SuzukaIn 2025 the weekend will be held on May 23-25, but from 2026 this will be pushed back to the first full weekend in June each year.The last time the Monaco Grand Prix was raced in June came back in 2003 when Juan Pablo Montoya won for Williams, with McLaren’s Kimi Raikkonen in second and Ferrari’s Schumacher in third.The last full June weekend for Monaco was in 2000, when McLaren’s David Coulthard beat Ferrari’s Rubens Barrichello and Benetton’s Giancarlo Fisichella.F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali said: “I’m delighted that Formula 1 will continue to race in Monaco until 2031.“The streets of Monte Carlo are unique and a famous part of Formula 1, and the Monaco Grand Prix remains a race that all drivers dream of winning.”I would like to extend a special thanks to H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco, Michel Boeri, President of the Automobile Club of Monaco and everyone involved in the extension of this important partnership.“This agreement signals a new era of partnership and innovation between Formula 1 and Monaco. “It is the future focused leadership of H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco which will allow us to create an optimised calendar, which reduces pressure on logistics, and to decrease the environmental impact of our global championship, as we continue the path towards our Net Zero goal by 2030.”As well as the race itself, Monaco is home to many stars on the F1 grid.The F1 Monaco race also marks one-third of the coveted Triple Crown title, alongside winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans and Indianapolis 500, a feat only achieved by the legendary Graham Hill.Aston Martin’s Alonso is the only active F1 driver close to the Crown, having won the 24 Hours Le Mans twice and two F1 championships.Alonso has competed in the Indianapolis 500 three times, with his best finish being 21st in 2020.READ MORE SUN STORIESF1 will return for the final stretch of races this season on November 24, starting in Las Vegas.It then heads to Qatar before concluding in Abu Dhabi across three consecutive weekends, with Verstappen in pole position to claim a fourth drivers title.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁 More

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      Lewis Hamilton ‘already knows when he will retire’ as incoming Ferrari star ‘has very clear plan ahead of him’

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      LEWIS HAMILTON has reportedly already planned his Formula One retirement. The seven-time world champion will join up with Ferrari from next season on a multi-year £100million contract. Lewis Hamilton is switching to Ferrari from Mercedes next seasonCredit: GettyThe 39-year-old has yet to reveal when he plans to step away from F1Credit: SplashHamilton announced his shock switch to the Italian giants in February. The 39-year-old has been with Mercedes since 2013 after a move from McLaren.Hamilton said earlier this year: “I have had an amazing 11 years with this team and I’m so proud of what we have achieved together.”The Brit driver will race for Ferrari in 2025 and 2026, but his long-term future remains uncertain. READ MORE ON F1Author Matt Whyman, who has written a book on the history of Mercedes, spoke with Hamilton ahead of his Ferrari switch.And he claims the Stevenage native has a “very clear plan” on when he will step away from racing. Whyman told The Mirror: “I asked him directly what was going on and he just said, ‘It is every kid’s dream who gets involved in motor racing to race a Ferrari, and that is it – I did not want to get to the end of my career and look back and go, what if?’”He says he knows when the end of his career will be, he has got this very clear plan ahead of him.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”He said it is really meaningful to him, the fact that he has won all these races with Mercedes and he has been on this journey.”The one thing he had not done and he just thought, ‘I do not want to walk away and go, I wish I had done that’.”Mercedes made ‘clear mistake’ that ‘ruined’ Lewis Hamilton’s chances in Singapore GP and left him ‘so angry’Hamilton has racked up 105 wins in F1 since making his debut way back in 2007. He admitted earlier this season he “will know” when it’s finally time to step out of the car.Asked if he had a timeframe for retirement by Esquire, he said: “I definitely do.”There are days I’m like, shoot, I don’t know how much longer I can go.”I’ve just got to strategise and sequence things.Inside track on Hamilton’s lifeLEWIS HAMILTON has driven his way into pole position as Formula One’s most prolific winner.”I’m very much about sequencing, like looking at brands that I collaborate with, companies that I’m essentially starting, how I manage my time between all those, and how I’m able to dedicate myself to this job still.”Is there a time when I’m not all in and I’m just not in love with it anymore?READ MORE SUN STORIES”That’s the moment that hopefully never happens, in the sense that I’ve fallen out of love with it.”But I will know when I need to stop.” More

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      Mercedes insider reveals Lewis Hamilton early exit decision but team will refuse to make an official statement

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      LEWIS HAMILTON will race the final three Grands Prix of the year after rumours suggested otherwise, according to a Mercedes insider.The seven-time world champion had sensationally hinted that he could leave Mercedes early after a “disastrous” weekend in Brazil. Lewis Hamilton will not leave Mercedes early, according to a Mercedes insiderHamilton made cryptic comments to his team after he finished 10th in an action-packed race at Interlagos.The 39-year-old expressed gratitude to his engineers after suggesting it could be the “last time” he drives for the Silver Arrows.With his blockbuster move to Ferrari on the horizon, Hamilton gave a brutally honest message as he earned a point after starting at P16.He said: “That was a disaster of a weekend guys. That is the worst the car has ever been.READ MORE ON F1″But thank you for continuing to try. Great job from the guys at the pitstop.”If this is the last time that I get to perform, its a shame it wasn’t great, but grateful for you.” Speaking after the race, Hamilton even suggested that he would “happily” take the rest of the year off despite three rounds remaining.But Sky Sports F1 reporter Craig Slater has squashed the rumours surrounding an early exit.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe said: “It is far fetched and it isn’t correct. He is going to be finishing the season with Mercedes.”People are putting two and two together and saying maybe, if Lewis wants to go, this could give Antonelli an early start in F1 to ground him for his first full season. It’s not the case. F1 Driver Salaries in 2024: How Much Do They Make? “Not entirely clear exactly what he meant on the radio, but I’ve been in touch with a senior figure at the Mercedes team who has told me that Lewis Hamilton will be completing the season with the team.”And it was pointed out to me that in some other interviews, he talked about the kind of car he hoped Mercedes would give him in these last three races.”I have it on very good authority that there’s no way he’s going to step aside before the season’s end.”I don’t think the team want to dignify this kind of thing with an official statement.”In fact, Hamilton’s message was likely aimed at team members working in Sao Paulo who will not be at the final three rounds of the season.Hamilton has just three races remaining with Mercedes before joining Ferrari – in Las Vegas, Qatar and Abu Dhabi.Kimi Antonelli, 18, will join up with George Russell at Mercedes next year.F1 2025 gridHere are the confirmed driver line ups for the F1 2025 season so far:Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Sergio PerezFerrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis HamiltonMercedes: George Russell and Kimi AntonelliMcLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar PiastriAston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance StrollWilliams: Alex Albon and Carlos SainzSauber: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel BortoletoAlpine: Pierre Gasly and Jack DoohanRB: Yuki Tsunoda and TBCHaas: Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon More

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      Lewis Hamilton hints he could QUIT Mercedes before end of F1 season on team radio after blasting ‘worst car ever’

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      LEWIS HAMILTON sensationally hinted he could leave Mercedes early after a “disastrous” weekend at the Brazil Grand Prix.The seven-time world champion finished 10th on Sunday following an action-packed race at Interlagos.Lewis Hamilton was left dejected following the Brazil GP on SundayCredit: RexThe Mercedes man gave a brutally honest message to his team after the raceCredit: Sky SportsHe struggled with car issues throughout the weekend – which were not helped by a series of heavy rain showers.And by the time he reached the chequered flag, the Mercedes man was left completely deflated.With his blockbuster move to Ferrari on the horizon, Hamilton gave a brutally honest message to his team in the garage.He even suggested it could be the “last time” he drives for the Silver Arrows.Read More in F1He said: “That was a disaster of a weekend guys. That is the worst the car has ever been.”But thank you for continuing to try. Great job from the guys at the pitstop.”If this is the last time that I get to perform, its a shame it wasn’t great, but grateful for you.”Speaking after the race, Hamilton even suggested that he would “happily” take the rest of the year off despite three races remaining.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe told Sky Sports: “We were just slow. The car was really, really tough.”The team could have won also today, so at least one car was behaving a lot better.F1 Driver Salaries in 2024: How Much Do They Make? “It’s like a plank of wood. It’s like, no suspension.”It’s bouncing on the tyres everywhere and you can’t get on the power anywhere.”It’s just the worst ride, I think the worst ride that we’ve definitely ever had, particularly through corners. It’s just so stiff.”But hopefully we won’t have any more bumpy tracks. I think the last three aren’t so bumpy. But yeah, I could happily go and take a holiday.”Hamilton has just three races remaining with Mercedes before joining Ferrari – in Las Vegas, Qatar and Abu Dhabi.Kimi Antonelli will replace Hamilton at Mercedes next year.The 18-year-old will drive alongside George Russell next season having impressed in F2 having come through Mercedes’ junior programme..🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁 More

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      Lewis Hamilton celebrates ‘biggest honour of my F1 career’ in front of delighted crowd despite disastrous Brazilian GP

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      SIR LEWIS HAMILTON made history as he drove Formula One legend Ayrton Senna’s 1990 title-winning car in the Brazilian Grand Prix.Hamilton, 39, rocked the Sao Paulo crowd by paying tribute to local hero Senna, who died after crashing at the San Marino Grand Prix in 1994 at the age of 34.Sir Lewis Hamilton drove Ayrton Senna’s legendary 1990 title-winning carCredit: RexHamilton paid tribute to Senna during the Brazilian Grand PrixCredit: RexFormula One legend Hamilton finished 10th in the Sao Paulo GPCredit: RexThe Mercedes star – who’ll soon move to Ferrari – showed up with the Brazilian legend’s white and orange vehicle as the crowd went wild and he later revealed that was the “greatest honour” of his career.Hamilton said: “I can’t believe I had the opportunity to do it and it’s been the greatest honour of my career.”Sir Lewis suffered a difficult race in Brazil that saw him finishing 10th and far off winner Max Verstappen.However, that didn’t stop the Brit from taking to social media with the Brazilian flag and thanking the fans.Read More on F1Hamilton tweeted: “Thank you Senna, Thank you Brazil.”F1 fans were moved by the seven-time world champion’s gesture and expressed their gratitude on social media.One fan posted: “Thank you Lewis.”Another tweeted: “Such a special weekend, despite the results on track! we love you dearly.”Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA third wrote: “My GOAT.”This fan said: “Thank you for this moment, Lewis! We’ll never forget.”Mercedes made ‘clear mistake’ that ‘ruined’ Lewis Hamilton’s chances in Singapore GP and left him ‘so angry’And that one stated: “Iconic.” More

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      Lando Norris back in title contention as Sainz wins F1 Mexican Grand Prix after 20-SECOND Max Verstappen penalty

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN was slapped with a whopping 20-second penalty after a ferocious battle with title rival Lando Norris.The huge punishment from stewards at Sunday’s Mexico City Grand Prix came on the weekend Norris, Lewis Hamilton, George Russell and others urged the FIA to tighten rules on Verstappen’s “unfair” driving style.Carlos Sainz hails his dominant win in MexicoCredit: ReutersLando Norris finished second, four places and ten points clear of Max VerstappenCredit: GettySainz completed another excellent win for FerrariCredit: AFPNorris drove a superb race to finish in second place, sandwiched between the two Ferraris — race-winner Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc in third.It means the McLaren driver collected 18 points to Verstappen’s eight.And Norris said: “I didn’t want to expect such a thing because I respect Max a lot as a driver but I was ready to expect something like this.“It was not clean driving in my opinion but I avoided it and it was a good race. A lot of it was trying to stay in the race and avoid crashes.READ MORE F1 NEWS“Congratulations to Carlos, he drove a great race. I tried my best. We were the quickest team, we’ll focus on ourselves.” This GP could prove crucial in the title race, with 47 points now separating the duo with four races remaining.In total there are 120 points up for grabs — 25 for a win and one for the fastest lap, plus 16 for the two remaining sprint races. It is still a huge stretch for Norris.Dutchman Verstappen had clearly taken no notice of the complaints about his driving and  tussled with Norris for ­second place on lap ten. Most read in MotorsportHOW IT FINISHED IN MEXICOTHIS is how it concluded on Sunday.1. Carlos Sainz (Ferrari)2. Lando Norris (McLaren)3. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)4. Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes)5. George Russell (Mercedes)6. Max Verstappen (Red Bull) 7. Kevin Magnussen (Haas)8. Oscar Piastri (McLaren)9. Nico Hulkenberg (Haas)10. Pierre Gasly (Alpine)11. Lance Stroll (Aston Martin)12. Franco Colapinto (Williams)13. Esteban Ocon (Alpine)14. Valtteri Bottas (Sauber)15. Zhou Guanyu (Sauber)16. Liam Lawson (RB)17. Sergio Perez (Red Bull)Did Not Finish: Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin), Alex Albon (Williams), Yuki Tsunoda (RB)CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSNorris went for an overtake around the outside of turn four but Verstappen nudged him wide and the McLaren was forced to cut the corner.And when 24-year-old Norris tried to let him through at turn eight, both him and Verstappen went off track, allowing Leclerc to leave them for dust.Kimi Raikkonen’s son Robin shows his skills on the Karting track Seething Norris slammed Verstappen on the team radio and said: “I was ahead the whole way through the corner — this guy is dangerous.“I just have to avoid a crash, I will end up in the wall in a minute.”Stewards  hit world champion Verstappen with the hefty ten-second penalty for “forcing another driver off the track”.When told about the penalty, Verstappen said: “Ten? That’s quite impressive.”Red Bull engineer Gianpiero Lambiase replied on the radio: “There was a lot of whinging. A lot.”Verstappen was then hit with ANOTHER ten-second penalty for leaving the track and gaining an advantage for the incident with his nearest challenger.In Mexico, F1’s governing body decided to revise its racing guidelines following uproar over Norris’ controversial five- second penalty for an overtake on  Verstappen in Texas a week ago.The FIA gave no details as to what would change, but there was a discussion over the tactics Verstappen used to keep his position and whether he should have been punished.Sainz took the flag for an impressive success in MexicoCredit: ReutersIt seems they were keen to get their message across loud and clear during yesterday’s race.  There was chaos from the start as Yuki Tsunoda made contact with Alex Albon and spun into the wall —  a wheel coming off his RB car.Smoke plumed out of the car but luckily the Japanese driver quickly said “I’m OK” on the team radio. Amid the drama, home hero Sergio Perez had risen from 13th to fifth, but stewards were investigating the Red Bull driver for a false start as he looked well beyond his pit box.Verstappen fired into the lead at turn one ahead of Sainz, who veered off track and across the grass but gave the place back to the Dutchman.On lap nine, Sainz and Verstappen ­tussled for the lead as the Spaniard wriggled inside thanks to DRS.The claws were out from there as old foes Verstappen and Norris reignited their on-track battle — which led to the Red Bull driver’s two penalties.The Dutchman sailed into the pit lane on lap 27 and served his 20-second ­penalty before returning in 15th place.Yuki Tsunoda, as well as Alex Albon, crashed out on the first lapCredit: ReutersRed Bull’s Verstappen and Ferrari’s Sainz storm off as Tsunoda crashesCredit: ReutersThe pack shuffled out by lap 38, with Sainz still in the lead followed by Leclerc, Norris, Russell and ­Hamilton.There was a heart-in-mouth moment as Leclerc nearly careered into the barrier on lap 63 but saved himself just in time. Norris snuck through while the Ferrari went wide to leave him eight ­seconds behind leader Sainz.READ MORE SUN STORIESNorris then chipped away at the gap until the very end but Sainz sailed over the line 4.7 seconds ahead.Hamilton finished fourth after a near wheel-to-wheel battle with teammate Russell, who had to settle for fifth.Racing Bull’s Japanese ace Tsunoda was soon out of the raceCredit: Sky Sports F1 More

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      Son, 9, of Lewis Hamilton rival begins following in the footsteps of famous F1 dad

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      KIMI RAIKKONEN’S son is beginning to follow in the footsteps of his dad after tasting success on track.Robin Raikkonen is set to compete in his first international kart racing competition.Robin Raikkonen has made a good start to his racing careerCredit: Instagram @robinacematiasDad Kimi Raikkonen won the 2007 F1 ChampionshipCredit: AFPHe qualified for the race by winning the Swiss National Championship this year.Robin, 9, is ready to take on the event at Circuito Internazionale Napoli, Italy, with an Instagram account in his name writing: “Ready for the Grand Finals!”The youngster picked up a trophy and a huge ticket confirming his place in the Grand Finals, with his race set to take place this week.Raikkonen, 44, is happy with his son’s progress and is pleased he is having fun behind the wheel.READ MORE IN F1He said of Robin’s progress: “Ah, he’s enjoying.“Everything is going nicely. We’ll see. If something comes or not, who knows? But he’s having fun – that’s the main thing.”Raikkonen has settled into retirement since retiring at the end of the 2021 season and he has worked as a mechanic for Robin.The Finn competed in 349 F1 races between 2001-09 and 2012-21, winning 21, and raced for the likes of Ferrari, McLaren and Sauber.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁He won the 2007 Championship – the last Ferrari driver to do so, beating Lewis Hamilton to the title by just a point.Hamilton then got the better of Raikkonen the following year as he won his maiden F1 Championship.Argentina Formula 1 star Franco Colapinto enjoys a moment with fans at Austin Grand PrixF1 reporter Isabelle Barker’s predictionI EXPECT Max Verstappen to go all guns blazing over the next six-rounds. I also think his experience and aggression could give him the edge.It seems too little too late for Norris showing consistency, despite that dominant win in Singapore last time out.You can’t help think what could have been had he sorted out his first-lap issues sooner.Norris needs to prove he has the mental fortitude, because we all know he’s got the speed, the team and the fastest car.Verstappen has endured an eight-race winless streak, but he has still managed to score points, with three second-places during that time.So I think the Dutchman will lift his fourth world-title this season, by the skin of his teeth.  More

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      Lewis Hamilton REPLACED by Mercedes for Mexico GP session by 18-year-old star tipped to succeed Ferrari-bound legend

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      LEWIS HAMILTON will miss the first practice session for the Mexico Grand Prix.Hamilton, 39, will be replaced by his 2025 Mercedes stand-in Kimi Antonelli for the first session.Lewis Hamilton has been replaced for the first practice session of the Mexico GPCredit: GettyKimi Antonelli will come in for the seven-time world championCredit: GettyHamilton struggled last time out, failing to finish the United States GP after crashing out into the gravel on just his third lap.While he also qualified as the second-slowest driver in the field.And he will now be replaced by 18-year-old Antonelli, who has been tipped to succeed the seven-time world champion at the end of the season.Hamilton is bringing his time with the Silver Arrows to a close at the end of the season.READ MORE F1 NEWSThe Brit will be switching to Ferrari from the 2025 season onwards.Antonelli, who heralds from Italy, made a hash of his first time out on the F1 stage last month.The rising star crashed out on his fifth lap in qualification in Monza.However, Mercedes boss Toto Wolff described his out-of-box pace as “astonishing” up until that point.Most read in MotorsportHamilton crashed out of the US GP on the third lapCredit: RexAntonelli crashed during qualification on his F1 debut last monthCredit: GettyCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFormula One rules state that teams must give two practice opportunities to rookie drivers each season – with one coming in each car.Chief Wolff certainly hasn’t piled any blame at Hamilton for his early crash in Austin, claiming that the car was to blame for the disastrous showing.F1 Driver Salaries in 2024: How Much Do They Make? Speaking to Sky Sports in the aftermath, he said: “100% car. I think he was not even pushing at that stage.”We’ve seen it [in qualifying] with George [Russell], and that was maybe over pushing it, but still abruptly losing it, putting it in the wall. “Today, such a situation, there was wind and there was a little bit of dirty air.”We definitely have an issue. I don’t know whether it was yesterday the same as today. Definitely Lewis Hamilton doesn’t lose the car like this.”Hamilton currently sits sixth in the drivers standings after two race wins and four podium finishes this year.While Mercedes find themselves fourth in the constructors standings.Mercedes chief Toto Wolff has claimed Hamilton was not to blame for his US GP crashCredit: Getty More