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“HE BETRAYED ME” Lewis Hamilton angrily Accused Peter Bonnington after Mercedes announced Retention Briton engineer with million dollar contract
Lewis Hamilton has publicly accused his longtime engineer, Peter Bonnington, of betrayal following Mercedes’ announcement that Bonnington will continue with the team under a lucrative new contract. The news, which confirmed Bonnington’s retention with a multi-million dollar deal, has sparked a significant fallout between the driver and his engineer.
In a heated statement, Hamilton expressed his frustration and disappointment, saying, “I feel betrayed. After everything we’ve been through together, to see Peter stay on with a new contract while I’m left in the dark is incredibly disappointing. It feels like a personal and professional betrayal.”
Hamilton’s comments come in the wake of Mercedes’ decision to secure Bonnington’s services for the foreseeable future. The retention of Bonnington, who has been a key figure in Hamilton’s career, has raised eyebrows, particularly given Hamilton’s current situation and his future with the team.
The accusation of betrayal from Hamilton adds a layer of complexity to the relationship between the driver and his engineer. Bonnington’s role in Hamilton’s career has been pivotal, and the decision to extend his contract has clearly unsettled the driver, leading to public outcry.
Mercedes has yet to officially address the tensions between Hamilton and Bonnington, but the situation has undoubtedly created a ripple effect within the team and the wider Formula 1 community. As Hamilton navigates this new chapter, all eyes will be on how this dispute impacts his relationship with Bonnington and his future with Mercedes.
The ongoing drama highlights the intense emotions and high stakes involved in Formula 1, where personal and professional relationships can be as volatile as the competition on the track. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how this situation evolves and what it means for Hamilton’s career moving forward.