Hamilton said: “I was really pleased to hear it, the team has new ownership and has already taken huge steps forward.”. I want to race at the front not the back so I think the team is giving me that chance. “The team is ready to grow and I am happy to do those together. Next year is the first year with the budget cap, but the team is in a much better place than in the past. “The team will be stronger next year than this year, so it hurts a bit more knowing you will be leaving a good car.

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