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Hamilton gives Norris a tip: "He has to do this"
Lewis Hamilton congratulated his fellow countryman Lando Norris on his first Formula 1 victory and told him to change his plans regarding a trip home. Hamilton is delighted to see his friend win his first race on behalf of McLaren.
Hamilton has won 103 Formula 1 Grands Prix. The seven-time World Champion has been the flagbearer of Formula 1 for almost two decades but is pleased to see his fellow countryman win his first race. Hamilton even gave Norris some tips regarding celebrations.
"I feel really happy for Lando. I told him he needs to stay tonight. He will try to change his flight. He's got to change his flight, he's just won a race. Such a special moment to win a race. I started at McLaren, so really happy to see them back at the top. It's been a long time," Hamilton told Sky Sports.
Hamilton also delighted with his own race
Hamilton himself has been struggling in 2024, but he also secured his best result of the season so far. He explains Mercedes finally found a really good set-up and the 39-year-old even got close to dueling with Sergio Perez.
"A really good day. I'm happy with the set-up. We finally got that sorted. To be able to move forward and battle with a few drivers...one was close to ending! It was great to see a Red Bull and Ferrari in the distance," Hamilton concluded.