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LEWIS HAMILTON is going for gold in this weekend’s Monaco GP – after sporting some new gnashers.The Mercedes ace arrived in the paddock and flashed photographers his new gold teeth.
Lewis Hamilton could be seen rocking the veneers in the paddockCredit: Alamy

But they are not permanent – with Hamilton later placing them in his pocket as he revealed they were just veneers.
However, he did claim he has thought about getting them done.
The 38-year-old is closing in on discussions over a new deal with Mercedes worth around £50million a year.
And he clearly upped the bling ahead of this week’s race in Monte Carlo.
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Hamilton in Monaco ahead of this weekend’s Grand PrixCredit: Splash
The Brit sits fourth in the drivers’ standings after five racesCredit: Splash
Hamilton, who has landed in trouble with the FIA for his nose piercings in the past, is likely to escape another ticking off as the rules do not account for dentistry.
Earlier this week, Mercedes boss Toto Wolff reaffirmed his desire to tie seven-time world champion down to a new long-term deal.
Hamilton, who sits fourth in the drivers’ standings, has insisted he will not retire until he secures a record-breaking eighth championship.
But he has been linked with a £40million move to Ferrari.
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In response, Wolff 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.
“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.” More

SIR LEWIS HAMILTON rubbed shoulders with Dua Lipa and Dwyane Wade as he attended a Versace show in Cannes last night.The Formula 1 superstar is passionate about fashion and looked stylish in a full black outfit.
Sir Lewis Hamilton poses with Donnatella Versace and Dua LipaCredit: Instagram / @lewishamilton
The F1 star catches up with old pal DonnatellaCredit: Instagram
Hamilton donned a cool all black outfitCredit: Instagram / @lewishamilton
The event was held to mark the launch of a collaboration between singing sensation Dua Lipa and veteran fashion designer Donnatella Versace.
Hamilton, 38, greeted old friend Donnatella by the pool, before being introduced to Dua Lipa.
He politely shook the 27-year-old’s hand before kissing her on both cheeks.
Also present was Miami Heat icon Dwyane Wade.
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And later in the evening, Hamilton hung out with the three-time NBA champion.
The pair laughed together as they chatted at the lavish bash.
Hamilton will be back in action this weekend at the Monaco GP.
The seven-time world champion has been linked with a stunning move to Ferrari at the end of the season – with the Prancing Horse rumoured to be readying a £40m a year offer.
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Hamilton chats with NBA legend Dwyane WadeCredit: https://twitter.com/LH44updates
Dua Lipa also recently attended the Cannes Film FestivalCredit: Rex
Addressing Hamilton’s future, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff 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.
“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 is currently fourth in the F1 driver standings – already 63 points behind reigning world champion Max Verstappen.
Toto Wolff addressed rumours surrounding Hamilton’s Mercedes futureCredit: Rex More

IT’S been a difficult start to the Formula One season for Lewis Hamilton.The seven-time world champion has just one podium finish in five races, but did have a rare cause for celebration over the weekend.
Lewis Hamilton has had little to cheer about so far this yearCredit: Splash
That’s because Hamilton’s Extreme E racing team, X44, won round three of the Hydro X Prix in Scotland.
Fraser McConnell and Christina Gutierrez won Saturday’s grand final.
And Hamilton revelled in the victory on social media.
Taking to his Instagram story, Hamilton posted a snap of the two winning drivers and wrote: “Another W.”
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Hamilton’s X44 team crossed the line in second place, but a penalty to rivals Andretti saw them promoted to first.
However, X44 could not follow up Saturday’s success in round four on Sunday.
Following the weekend’s action, X44 are fourth in the Extreme E championship standings, one place Rosberg X Racing, founded by Hamilton’s former Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg.
Fourth is also where Hamilton currently lies in the 2023 F1 driver standings.
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He trails leader Max Verstappen by 63 points, and finished P6 in Miami last time out.
Hamilton returns to action this weekend at the Emilia Romagna GP in Italy.
The Brit F1 legend recently spoke out on his love for other racing series, not just F1.
He said: “I did a car swap with Tony Stewart years ago, which was fun.
“I’d love to try it [NASCAR] at some stage. It’s not a dream for me to go race another series, but I am an admirer.
“I’m a fan of racing and other sports. So I would like to try it. I’d love to swap with Valentino Rossi and try Moto GP.
“I sometimes watch IndyCar and would love to try one of those at some stage.” More

LEWIS HAMILTON has admitted his admiration for other racing series, amid Mercedes’ struggles this season.The seven-time world champion has achieved just one podium finish this season, with the Silver Arrows still struggling to adjust to new regulations.
Lewis Hamilton spoke at last week’s Miami GPCredit: Splash
Hamilton’s Mercedes contract is set to expire at the end of the campaign.
And although he still feels in his “prime” – last weekend in Miami the 38-year-old admitted to sometimes getting the itch to try something new.
He said: “I did a car swap with Tony Stewart years ago, which was fun.
“I’d love to try it [NASCAR] at some stage. It’s not a dream for me to go race another series, but I am an admirer.
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“I’m a fan of racing and other sports. So I would like to try it. I’d love to swap with Valentino Rossi and try Moto GP.
“I sometimes watch IndyCar and would love to try one of those at some stage.”
Hamilton has been enjoying his time in the States since coming sixth in last weekend’s Miami GP.
He was spotted enjoying a sunny boat ride with popstar Shakira earlier this week.
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Shakira was spotted with Hamilton earlier this weekCredit: TWITTER
While he also sat courtside at the Los Angeles Lakers’ 122-101 play-off victory over the Golden State Warriors.
Hamilton sat next to Leonardo DiCaprio as he watched LeBron James and Co book their place in the Western Conference Finals.
Speaking to ESPN last month, the Formula 1 icon cited LeBron as a point of inspiration as he looks to get back to winning ways.
He said: “I don’t plan on stopping any time soon.
“I’m not at the end of my career, I’m not in the downhill slope of my career. I’m in my prime. It all depends on how hard I want to work and keep myself in my prime, in terms of physical and mental capability.
“If you look at LeBron, if you look at Tom Brady, they have shown that it can be sustained for as long as you are dedicated enough to put the energy and time in.
“Right now, I don’t plan on changing, I only plan on adding to the drive and the motivation and to being better. I’m massively driven.”
Hamilton is set to return to action next weekend, when the Formula 1 season heads to Imola.
Hamilton attended last night’s Lakers game alongside Leonardo DiCaprioCredit: Getty More

LEWIS HAMILTON is still the fastest driver in Formula One according to one rival on the grid.The seven-time World Champion is currently in the longest winless streak of his career, but some still think he is the fastest man in Formula One.
Lewis Hamilton (R) has had a rocky start to the 2023 season compared to Max Verstappen (L), who currently leads the Drivers ChampionshipCredit: Rex
The F1 legend ended up behind his team-mate George Russell (R) in last season’s Drivers ChampionshipCredit: Alamy
Hamilton tried to experiment with set-ups to improve the troublesome W13 during the first half of last season, and was consistently outperformed by his team-mate George Russell.
He also missed out on the team’s only win of the year, coming second to Russell at Interlagos.
But former team-mate Valtteri Bottas has said he thinks Hamilton is still faster than every other driver on the grid.
The now-Alfa Romeo driver thinks that Hamilton is faster than Max Verstappen, who is currently leading the Drivers championship.
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Speaking on the Beyond the Grid podcast, Bottas said “I think he’s still the quickest driver on the grid.”
Even when asked whether Hamilton is faster than the likes of Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc, Bottas stuck to his guns, replying “Yeah. To me, he’s the fastest.”
The Finnish driver will know better than anyone how Hamilton operates, having shared a garage at Mercedes with him for five seasons.
That makes Bottas the Britain’s longest-associated team-mate in his 17-year-long career.
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When asked what separates Hamilton from the rest of the grid in terms of how he goes about his work, Bottas revealed one of his secrets.
He said: “Well, first of all, he’s annoyingly talented. But on top of that, he works way harder than people actually think outside the race weekends.
“And in the race weekends, he’s quite often the last person to leave the paddock.
“It’s just that combination and he’s got a big drive inside him to always do well.
“His average baseline performance is so good and then he’s really consistent as well, so it makes him hard to beat.
Hamilton (L) and Finnish driver Valtteri Bottas (R) were team-mates for five seasonsCredit: Getty
Bottas said Hamilton works harder than people think he doesCredit: Getty
“When I could beat him, that was obviously on a good day, but on average, I never quite managed to.”
Hamilton was happy with his result in last weekend’s Miami Grand Prix, battling his way up from 13th to finish sixth.
He stuck around in Miami after the race, and was spotted for a second time with pop star Shakira.
Footage of the pair in a restaurant had emerged on social media just a few days earlier, sparking rumours about their love lives.
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And now the two have been spotted enjoying a sunny boat trip together with friends.
Shakira was picked up from her £16million Miami Beach mansion, with Hamilton helping the singer into the open top cruiser. More