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      Lewis Hamilton should only go to Ferrari if they almost DOUBLE his salary in mammoth offer claims F1 expert

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      LEWIS HAMILTON should not move to Ferrari unless they DOUBLE his salary. That is the view of Formula One expert Peter Windsor.
      Lewis Hamilton has been told not to head to Ferrari unless they DOUBLE his salaryCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      The F1 driver is out of contract at the end of the seasonCredit: Getty
      Seven-time world champion Hamilton is out of contract at the end of the season, sparking rumours he could leave Mercedes.
      Ferrari have been earmarked as his next destination, with the Mail reporting there has been “close contact” between Hamilton and Scuderia president John Elkann.
      Hamilton, 38, reportedly earns a whopping £45million-a-year with the Brackley-based constructor, making him one of the highest-paid drivers on the grid.
      The Mail’s report adds Ferrari and Mercedes have the financial muscle to offer similar packages at around £40m, helped by drivers falling outside of F1’s new budget cap.
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      However, Windsor – an award-winning F1 journalist and former manager at both Williams and Ferrari – believes the Brit should only take Ferrari’s offer if the terms are DOUBLED.
      Speaking on a YouTube live stream, he said: “I’ve seen a few numbers bandied around. One was £40m.
      “If I was Lewis Hamilton, I’d be going for a lot more than £40m because you could argue that Lewis, with the Ferrari brand and what he could do for the Ferrari brand, should be thinking in terms of at least £50m just for PR and brand turnaround.
      “And then how much is he worth as a driver, as a pure race driver? You’d have to say £25-30m.
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      Peter Windsor believes a Hamilton-Ferrari deal should be worth at least £80millionCredit: Getty

      “£40m? I would say about £80m would be more logical. And if they’re not going to pay that sort of money, I don’t think he should do it.”
      In terms of performance, Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez have been irrepressible in earning race wins this season, with Verstappen winning four – including the Monaco Grand Prix – and Perez two.
      As a result, race wins have been hard to come by. Though Hamilton has managed to squeeze one podium in so far this season and he is yet to finish below P6.
      However, Mercedes will be hoping their fortunes will change quickly after implementing £1m worth of upgrades.
      Meanwhile, despite strong one-lap pace, Ferrari have also claimed just a single podium spot through Charles Leclerc – who hinted Hamilton was his ideal team-mate.
      Windsor continued: “I think he should stay at Mercedes and look for some long-term deal at Mercedes and continue.
      “Because what you don’t want to do if you’re Lewis Hamilton is leave Mercedes just as they’re going to be competitive because the odds are, having been uncompetitive for so long, that a team that big and that good will eventually find a way.
      “That’s another issue for Lewis, so he may well stay where he is and it could be the money that decides it.
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      “If I was managing Lewis and it was £40m, I’d say: ‘Nah, stay where you are.’
      “Ferrari [is a] huge brand for Lewis Hamilton to put his name to. Massive. And that’s [worth] a lot more than a £40m deal in my view.”
      He then added: “If Lewis is going to Ferrari, it’s such a big unknown in terms of how competitive that car would be that, if I was Lewis, I wouldn’t go for less than £80m.
      “I did say £100m to a mate the other day and he said: ‘That’s a bit much, isn’t it?’ I said: ‘OK, let’s bring it down to £80m…’
      “But £40m? You’ve got to be joking. If he does it for £40m, hats off to him because it means he’s just doing it for the love of the sport.
      “I’m not decrying the enormity of £40m, but I’m just saying for that he might as well stay at Mercedes really.”
      The Spanish GP is up next for Hamilton and Co.
      Before Verstappen won last year’s race, Hamilton had won five in a row around the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
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      This year will see the track’s controversial third sector chicane cut and replaced with a fast and winding right-hander before the final straight.
      It is the first time the layout will have been used in F1 since 2006. More

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      F1 star Fernando Alonso flogging ultra-rare £3.5million Ferrari Enzo after Monaco GP success

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      FERNANDO ALONSO is looking to cash in following his impressive Monaco GP finish.That’s by flogging his ultra-rare Ferrari Enzo, which could be set to fetch £3.5million at auction.
      F1 ace Fernando Alonso is set to sell his rare Ferrari Enzo at an auction in MonacoCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cs0iZ8Cor2q/
      The Spaniard finished second in Sunday’s Monaco GP behind Max VerstappenCredit: Alamy
      Spanish F1 star Alonso, 41, is enjoying a fine season with Aston Martin.
      He finished second in Sunday’s Monaco race behind champion Max Verstappen.
      And Alonso is now up to third in the driver standings, 24 points ahead of old foe Lewis Hamilton.
      He is now hoping for homecoming success at this weekend’s Spanish GP.
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      But Alonso, romantically linked with pop star Taylor Swift last month, will also be turning his sights to a major pay day at an auction house.
      The veteran racer has an epic collection of luxury cars, including a McLaren P1 and a Maserati GranCabrio.
      However, Alonso is now looking to get rid of one at an upcoming auction in Monaco on June 8 – specifically his ultra-rare Ferrari Enzo.
      Only 399 of the cars were ever made, with Alonso managing to get his hands on a 2011 version.
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      It has clocked up just 2,982 miles, has a top speed of 218mph and can go from 0-60mph in 3.3 seconds.
      Alonso could pocket a tasty sum for it, with an older 2003 Ferrari Enzo – which also had more miles on the clock – recently selling for £3.5m in Paris.

      A statement from Monaco Car Auctions confirmed: “This Enzo gathers several major particularities.
      “In addition to being ‘Scocca n.1’ as mentioned in its Ferrari Classiche certification, there’s only 4,800km on the clock and it belongs until now to Fernando Alonso.” More

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      F1 star Charles Leclerc drops major Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari hint as he’s asked what he looks for in a team-mate

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      CHARLES LECLERC has dropped a major hint about Lewis Hamilton’s future.The Mercedes driver is facing an uncertain future at his current F1 team with his contract winding down.

      Charles Leclerc looked to Lewis Hamilton after being asked what qualities he wants in a team-mateCredit: Splash
      Leclerc’s response prompted a smiling response from the BritCredit: Splash
      The seven-time world champion sees his contract at Mercedes expire at the end of this season.
      And track rivals Ferrari are reportedly keen to make a move for the Brit and are readying a £40million offer.
      And potential future team-mate Leclerc has hinted that Hamilton could be on his way to the Italian team in a press conference.
      When asked what he looks for in a team-mate, he looked at the Brit and chuckled as he said: “Hello Lewis.”
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      The moment was enjoyed by Hamilton as he could be seen with a big grin on his face in response.
      Reports from Forbes suggest that Verstappen has overtaken Hamilton as the highest-earner in F1.
      Bonuses saw him take home £49.4million last year while Hamilton pocketed £45.3million.
      The bid from Ferrari could be upped or include huge bonuses that would take his wage back above Verstappen’s.
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      However, Silver Arrows chief Toto Wolff insists Hamilton wants to commit to the team.
      Hamilton himself has outlined his intention to remain with the Silver Arrows.
      At the Azerbaijan GP, he did admit: “I’d be lying if I said I’d never thought about ending my career anywhere else.”
      It is believed Hamilton will decide his future based on which team gives him the greatest chance of winning an eighth title.
      New Mercedes upgrades will be introduced at the Monaco Grand Prix this weekend including a new floor, front suspension and sidepod.
      Should the modifications prove a success, Hamilton may have faith he can rival Red Bull duo Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez next season. More

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      F1 legend thinks Lewis Hamilton could join Ferrari due to jealousy of Max Verstappen’s Red Bull salary

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      RED BULL chief Helmut Marko thinks Lewis Hamilton could join Ferarri as he is jealous of Max Verstappen’s salary. Marko is an adviser of the team and head of their driver development programme.
      Lewis Hamilton took home less than Max Verstappen in 2022Credit: Getty
      Red Bull adviser Helmut Marko claims Hamilton is not happy at being paid less than his rivalCredit: Reuters
      Reports from Forbes suggest that Verstappen has overtaken Hamilton as the highest-earner in F1.
      Bonuses saw him take home £49.4million last year while Hamilton pocketed £45.3million.
      The seven-time world champion sees his contract at Mercedes expire at the end of this season.
      Ferrari are reportedly keen to make a move for the Brit and are readying a £40million offer.
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      The bid could be upped or include huge bonuses that would take his wage back above Verstappen’s.
      Despite Silver Arrows chief Toto Wolff insisting Hamilton wants to commit to the team, Marko believes he could be tempted by a switch.
      He told F1 Insider: “There are things that really annoy Hamilton. Firstly, that he is no longer world champion and will find it difficult to become one again in the future.
      “He knows there is no place for him at Red Bull. And whether Ferrari will be better for him in terms of sport than Mercedes is not set in stone.
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      “In addition to the sporting perspective, Lewis is anything but happy that he is no longer the highest-earning driver in Formula 1.
      “This is Max Verstappen now. At least that he could change with Ferrari’s help.”
      The Dutch driver looks in line to continue his dominance this season, having won three of five races so far.
      Meanwhile, Hamilton has podiumed just once back in Australia.
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      Carlos Sainz could be a doubt for Monaco GP as Ferrari F1 star seen in bandages after football injury

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      CARLOS SAINZ could be a doubt for the Monaco Grand Prix after reportedly injuring himself during a charity football match. The Ferrari driver was one of a number of F1 stars involved in the match at Stade Louis II alongside team-mate Charles Leclerc.
      👀 ¡VENDAJE para CARLOS SAINZ! 👀🦵 Problemas físicos durante el partido benéfico en Mónaco… ¿duda para el Gran Premio del domingo? pic.twitter.com/IkU4t3x8N3— El Chiringuito TV (@elchiringuitotv) May 23, 2023

      Carlos Sainz could now be a doubt for the Monaco GPCredit: EPA
      But after being pictured with bandages around his leg, his participation in this weekend’s race could now be in doubt.
      The Spaniard was hooked shortly after the hour mark and was then seen being given treatment on his leg.
      However, it remains to be seen how serious the injury is.
      Sainz was seen putting ice onto his ankle following the 2022 edition of the charity game but did not miss the next race.
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      In the event Sainz is ruled out of Monaco race, Ferrari reserve Antonio Giovinazzi was mark his return to F1, having last been on the grid in 2021 with Ferrari’s sister team Alfa Romeo.
      Sainz, 28, sits in fifth in the driver standings this season, with Ferrari struggling to come close to the pace of runaway leaders Red Bull.
      The former McLaren driver is yet to score a podium this season.
      The closest he came to this was a P4 finish at the Bahrain Grand Prix on the opening weekend.
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      Since then he has finished sixth and 12th before back-to-back P5 results at the Azerbaijan and Miami Grands Prix.
      The football match also saw Sainz and Leclerc joined by a number of other high profile names in F1.
      These included Fernando Alonso, Pierre Gasly and F1 chief Stefano Domenicali. More

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      Toto Wolff gives huge update on Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes future as Ferrari ‘line up £40m deal for F1 legend’

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      TOTO WOLFF has reaffirmed his interest in signing up Lewis Hamilton to a new long-term deal.Both Hamilton and Wolff have been explicitly clear that they intend to sign new contracts but as yet there is no deal in place for the 38-year-old driver beyond this season.
      Lewis Hamilton is supposedly keen on staying at MercedesCredit: Splash
      Despite reported interest from rival teams like Ferrari in a £40million deal, Wolff has told Austrian media that he’s not worried about losing the seven-time world champion.
      He said: “These rumours come up every two years when we have to sign a new contract.
      “But none of this is true. We discuss normally, without any time pressure.
      “It’s just uncomfortable that two friends, two blood brothers who have been through thick and thin for ten years, suddenly have to discuss money.
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      “I’m firmly convinced that we’ll find each other, there’s not a millimetre of doubt for me.
      “I can’t imagine anything else. If we give Lewis a competitive car, he will win for a long time. Look at Tom Brady and what he was still capable of in his 40s.”
      Hamilton too has outlined his intention to remain with the Silver Arrows.
      At the Azerbaijan GP, he did admit: “I’d be lying if I said I’d never thought about ending my career anywhere else.”
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      Meanwhile, ahead of this weekend’s Monaco GP, former F1 world champion Damon Hill says it is up to Red Bull’s rivals to offer more of a fight.
      Christian Horner, the Red Bull team boss, asked “where are the others?” during a TV interview after Max Verstappen’s win in Miami with reference to Mercedes and Ferrari.
      And Hill says he’s right to question where the challenge is coming from after Red Bull won the opening five races this season.
      Hill said: “Christian is someone who likes to rub salt in the wounds – he doesn’t tend to say things without knowing the impact of his words.
      “But saying that everyone else has underperformed, he’s right.
      “Red Bull, that team has produced an absolute peach of a car. They’ve exploited whatever loopholes there are in the regulations so that it’s a legal car that is beautifully put together.
      “I was watching Max in Miami drive that thing and thinking, ‘That guy can do anything with that car’.
      “It’s so beautifully balanced. But everyone else has underperformed, he’s right.” More

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      Lewis Hamilton ‘to be offered £40m deal to join Ferrari’ with new Mercedes contract still not agreed

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      FERRARI are set to offer Sir Lewis Hamilton a huge deal to persuade him to leave Mercedes, according to reports.The 38-year-old is out of contract at Mercedes at the end of the year and has held talks with Ferrari about jumping ship.
      Sir Lewis Hamilton is in talks with Ferrari about joiningCredit: The Mega Agency
      Ferrari want Hamilton to surpass Michael Schumacher seven titles in their coloursCredit: AP
      President John Elkann has been in close contact with Hamilton to offer him the chance to win a record-breaking eighth title and eclipse Ferrari legend Michael Schumacher.
      And they are willing to offer the Brit a staggering contract worth £40million, according to the Daily Mail.
      Ferrari want Hamilton to arrive in place of Carlos Sainz but they would also be willing to swap him for number one driver Charles Leclerc, who would join Mercedes.
      Ahead of the 2023 campaign there was talk Hamilton could retire at the end of the season – but he stated his desire to continue racing earlier this month.
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      And he could remain at Mercedes who would also offer him around £40m to sign on for next season.
      It is believed Hamilton will decide his future based on which team gives him the greatest chance of winning an eighth title.
      New Mercedes upgrades will be introduced at the Monaco Grand Prix this weekend including a new floor, front suspension and sidepod.
      Should the modifications prove a success, Hamilton may have faith he can rival Red Bull duo Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez next season.
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      But his family are still keen for Hamilton to one day race in the famous red of Ferrari.
      Hamilton is approaching the end of his career and is running out of time to achieve a record eight championship titles.
      The late legendary commentator Murray Walker still thought Hamilton was the best driver of all time, however.
      He said: “He’s got at least three years in him if he doesn’t hurt himself or leave Mercedes for some reason or they decide to stop, in which case he’s got at least another three championships ahead of him, so statistically he will become the greatest.
      “But he’s also in my opinion — and this is very contentious indeed — better than either Schumacher or Senna because both of them, Schumacher and Senna, adopted at various times in their career highly debatable driving tactics.” More

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      Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s car collection includes a fleet of Ferraris like his new £1.7m Daytona and Porsche worth £650k

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      AT 41, Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s football career shows no sign of slowing down.The Sweden legend is planning to plan on next season with Monza, after reportedly agreeing a deal to join the club from AC Milan.
      Zlatan Ibrahimovic boasts an amazing car collection, including a £1.7m Ferrari Daytona SP3Credit: Splash
      Sweden legend Ibrahimovic also has a stunning Ferrari Monza worth over £1m
      Ibrahimovic has been driving a £160k Lamborghini Urus to training with AC MilanCredit: Getty
      And when it comes to his motors, he still loves them fast and incredibly expensive.
      Zlatan boasts an amazing car collection that’ll be the envy of all dressing rooms around Europe.
      From an impressive fleet of Ferraris, including the recent £1.7million Daytona SP3 he added to his garage to an astonishing £650,000 Porsche – the centre forward is a true petrol head.
      But, he remained true to his roots when he became an ambassador for car makers Volvo, even driving their modest £40,000 XC40 to training at a former club.
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      The new addition
      This week, Zlatan really treated himself.
      For his 40th birthday, he bought himself a £400,000 Ferrari Sf90 Stradale.
      He shared an image of his new addition on Instagram, captioning the snap: “Happy Birthday to Zlatan”.
      It’s Ferrari’s first foray into electric cars and can reach a top speed up to 211 mph.
      But, he wasn’t totally convinced by it. Instead, he traded it for a Daytona SP3 with a price tag of £1.7million.
      The mid-engine V12 sportscar can hit 62mph in a staggering 2.86 seconds.
      Reports claim there is only 599 models of the car in the world.
      To treat himself for his 40th birthday, Zlatan splashed £400k on a Ferrari Sf90 Stradale – but he soon traded it in
      Ibrahimovic swapped his Sf90 Stradale for an amazing Daytona SP3Credit: Splash News
      Going vintage
      Zlatan clearly has a thing for Italian fast cars, and splashing out on a new set of wheels on his special day.
      In 2019, for his 38th, he bought a rare Ferrari Monza SP2 for a staggering £1.4million.
      He is only one of 499 people in the world that own the supercar.
      The superfast car can hit 0-60 mph in around 2.9 seconds.
      The Ferrari Monza is the most expensive in Zlatan’s car collection
      Capable of reaching 0-60 mph in just 2.9 seconds, the Monza is worth around £1.4m
      Current ride
      However, standing at 6ft 5in Zlatan needs a car that offers him plenty of leg room.
      That’s why, when it comes to training, he prefers an SUV.
      At AC Milan, the centre forward has been spied arriving to training in a £160,000 Lamborghini Urus.
      The Urus is a favourite of footballers at the moment, including former Man Utd star Cristiano Ronaldo who was once seen driving to Carrington in one.
      Zlatan drives his Lamborghini Urus to training at AC MilanCredit: Getty
      Statement red
      Only 400 Ferrari Enzo cars exist in the world, and Zlatan has one of them.
      Seen as a collector’s item, it’s a motor that can be sold for over a million pounds at auction.
      It was developed in 2002 using Formula One technology, including a a carbon-fibre body and F1-style automated-shift manual transmission.
      Although, we’ve rarely seen Zlatan driving it.
      Zlatan is one of 400 lucky owners who have a rare Ferrari Enzo worth around £1m
      Spider Man
      Between 2005-2009, the Ferrari F430 Spider was a footballers’ favourite.
      Chelsea legend John Terry, who himself is a Ferrari obsessive, was seen driving one around the streets of Surrey.
      When it was released, it carried a price tag of around £120,000.
      Nicknamed their ‘Baby Enzo’, it can hit 0-62 mph in four seconds.
      Over the years, Zlatan has got himself a fleet of Ferraris, including a 430 SpiderCredit: AFP
      When the Ferrari F430 was released in 2005, it carried £120,000 price tagCredit: Getty
      Top of the range Porsche
      Zlatan loves anything limited edition.
      Which is why he bought a £700,000 Porsche Spyder in and around 2014.
      Only 918 models were made of the supercar, which sold out completely in 2015.
      It was only the second plug-in hybrid car Porsche ever produced.
      Only 918 models of the Porsche Spyder exist in the world
      ANOTHER ITALIAN MASTERPIECE
      Italian gentleman’s car makers Maserati are renowned for their luxury vehicles.
      So, it goes without saying, Zlatan used his extensive time playing in Italy to research enough about the stylish car manufacturers.
      In about 2011, he bought a GranTurismo MC Stradale worth around £92,000.
      Under the hood, it boasts a 450 hp V8 engine and has a top speed of 187 mph.
      Luxury vehicles, like a £92,000 Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale, have also been part of Ibrahimovic’s fleet in the past
      The GranTurismo MC Stradale boasts a 450 hp V8 engine and has a top speed of 187 mphCredit: Handout
      COMPANY CAR
      In 2014, Zlatan became an ambassador for Swedish car manufacturers Volvo, appearing in a series of ads.
      Now, many footballers won’t often be seen driving the cars they’re sponsored for.
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      However, when Ibrahimovic was playing for Manchester United he was a happy with their XC90 model costing around £52,000.
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      Often, he would drive it to training and park it amongst a fleet of Lamborghinis and Range Rovers.
      And you can bet no one would’ve been brave enough to give him any stick for it.
      Volvo made Zlatan an ambassador and he appeared in ads for the Swedish car brand
      Zlatan happily drove a Volvo XC90 costing around £52,000 into CarringtonCredit: iCelebTV More