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Lewis Hamilton says Mercedes “has got such a winning mindset and I need to be somewhere where there is a winning mindset because that’s what I have”.
In an interview with ESPN, Lewis Hamilton opened up on his relationship with Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff.
The duo has shared a professional relationship since they both joined the team in 2013, and through the years it has evolved into a true friendship.
“The relationship is very special,” Hamilton said.
“We have both lifted each other up, we’ve helped each other elevate as individuals, both through our careers, our business, and in how we operate in our outside lives and worlds.
“I think we have been able to really confide in each other and be open and honest. Within business and within industries it is very difficult to be open with people, because it always seems like there is someone ready to stab you in the back.
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“And I think that’s the trust thing that we have that it’s never been the case. He has welcomed me into his family and welcomed my family into our team.
“When I look at other drivers who have jumped from a team after one season, I think you’ve not given anyone a chance to really show what they can do.
“And you can’t build a relationship in one year with such a huge organisation. I’ve been really fortunate to be a part of that and have that experience.
“So there is a lot of love here, this team has got such a winning mindset and I need to be somewhere where there is a winning mindset because that’s what I have,” the Briton concluded.
