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Hamilton explains “crucial risk” of F1 fastest lap bonus point
Lewis Hamilton feels setting a last-gasp fastest lap in order to secure an extra Formula 1 world championship point was a “crucial risk” to take during the Hungarian Grand Prix. Have you seen F1TV - Click here to get 25% off
Hamilton romped to his eighth victory at the Hungaroring as he took the lead in drivers’ world championship for the first time since the delayed 2020 season began. The six-times world champion dominated proceedings as he converted his 90th career pole position into a comfortable second win on the bounce to pull five points clear of Mercedes teammate Valtteri Bottas in the standings. But Hamilton would have only been four points ahead had he not bagged the...
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