Hamilton jokes Antonelli should ease off in title chase
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Ahead of the United States Grand Prix, Hamilton joked that Antonelli should ease off in the title chase, then praised his composure and conduct.
Lewis Hamilton joked that Kimi Antonelli should ease off in the fight for the world title. The seven-time world champion then said Antonelli needed no advice. Hamilton made the remarks at a press conference ahead of the United States Grand Prix weekend.
Antonelli could, in theory, clinch the championship after the United States Grand Prix if results went his way, although the chance was small. Hamilton, then third in the drivers’ standings, had been asked what advice he had for Antonelli about securing the title.
Hamilton said Antonelli had shown talent and quality last year and, especially, this year. He praised Antonelli’s composure and approach, said he was proud of the driver’s conduct with fellow drivers and the press, and added that it was good to see Antonelli and his team developing.
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