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After Lewis Hamilton’s masterful performance at the Brazilian Grand Prix, 1996 F1 champion Damon Hill said it was “one of the best drives I’ve ever seen in Formula 1 by anyone”.
At the post-race press conference Lewis Hamilton was asked to comment on Damon Hill’s strong words of praise.
“Well, it’s never gets old hearing positive comments from such a great driver in Damon,” the Briton said.
“I remember being such a big fan of his when I was younger, when he was racing and obviously we’re now men, we don’t kind of get too much…
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“But I’ve always admired Damon and I think he’s always been super supportive, so I really do appreciate that.
“I really do feel, from my own personal experience, it’s been one of the most challenging, if not the most challenging with the things that we’ve faced during the weekend, but in terms of driving I feel like it’s maybe been my best…
“It’s difficult to say, because I’ve had so many races but I’m getting on now, catching Damon up, but no, I’m grateful for that, thank you Damon,” Lewis concluded.
