Lewis Hamilton Makes Feelings Clear on $80 Million Lawsuit Against F1

The case centers on the 2008 Singapore GP, where Nelson Piquet deliberately crashed to aid teammate Fernando Alonso. Massa, who was leading, lost crucial points after a botched pit stop, an outcome he says stemmed from race manipulation.

Massa’s lawyers allege F1 and the FIA knew about the crash during the season but covered it up. The defendants argue the claim is too late and that Ferrari’s own errors contributed to Massa’s title loss.

Lewis Hamilton Breaks Silence

While Felipe Massa’s lawsuit is linked to Lewis Hamilton’s 2008 title win, the championship result will remain unchanged even if Massa prevails. The Brazilian is seeking financial compensation, not a reversal of the outcome.

Addressing the case ahead of the Brazilian Grand Prix, Hamilton made it clear he’s staying out of the legal battle.

“I don't have a view on it. I'm not in touch with it at all, not reading about it,” he said, according to F1 Journalist Adam Cooper.

“Nothing really to do with me. So I'm just trying to arrive onto my weekends, and just focus on my job. And whatever reasons that Felipe has, I'm sure he's got the conviction within him, and that's what he needs to do,” the seven-time world champion added.

Homecoming in Brazil

Having many great memories in Brazil, the 40-year-old fan favorite told the media that the team is making "positive progress." Feeling "very much at home" in São Paulo, Hamilton is looking forward to this weekend.

Talking about whether to expect "Hammertime" at Interlagos, the British star stated, "Hammertime! [A brief pause]. I haven't heard that word for a while. I'd like to think so, that's the goal, that's what I'm training towards, that's what I'm working towards."

"So, I'm hoping this weekend can be another step from what we've been working on in the past races. And I think, hopefully with the support of Brazil, hopefully I can do a good job this weekend," Hamilton added.

Notably, the 40-year-old driver holds an honorary citizenship of Brazil, so viewers can expect loud cheers this weekend at Interlagos.