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Hamilton says he won't be silenced, still frustrated after Mexico clash

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Lewis Hamilton reiterated his refusal to apologize for speaking out following an opening-lap collision that forced both Ferrari cars off course and compromised their race in Mexico City. The seven-time world champion believes teammate Charles Leclerc raced him harder than other competitors on the grid, undermining their collective team objectives. Internal discussions to resolve the matter have been delayed because Leclerc spent time with his family following the birth of his child. Hamilton maintains that pushing the team to adapt is necessary if Ferrari hopes to contest the title next season.

Key points

  • Ferrari must reassess how its drivers race each other after forfeiting a potential one-tw…: Ferrari must reassess how its drivers race each other after forfeiting a potential one-two finish in Mexico.
  • Hamilton and Leclerc have yet to conduct a thorough debrief together regarding the first-…: Hamilton and Leclerc have yet to conduct a thorough debrief together regarding the first-lap racing clash ahead of the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
  • The 41-year-old Briton believes Ferrari possesses the potential to challenge for the worl…: The 41-year-old Briton believes Ferrari possesses the potential to challenge for the world championship next year if internal execution improves.

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SAO PAULO, Nov 5 : Lewis Hamilton said he would "never be silenced" and would not apologise for speaking his mind after tensions sparked by last weekend's Mexico City Grand Prix, where a clash with teammate Charles Leclerc cost Ferrari a potential one-two finish.

The seven-times world champion said he remained frustrated after the opening-lap incident, and more discussions were needed within Ferrari.

"I don't really care how everyone feels about what I've said. I wear my heart on my sleeve when I say how I feel in the moment," Hamilton told reporters on Thursday ahead of this weekend's Sao Paulo Grand Prix.

"I'm never going to apologise for being authentic and real. I'm not going to be silenced," he added.

Hamilton started from pole in Mexico but lost out after a battle with Leclerc through the opening corners forced both Ferraris off track, allowing race winner Max Verstappen to take the lead.

Hamilton said it was difficult when a "teammate works against you" and suggested Ferrari needed to reconsider how their drivers raced each other after throwing away what…

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