F1 News: Lewis Hamilton Drops Big News About His Retirement Plans
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton has finally revealed what he plans to do in the future after his F1 retirement. Like many other drivers who plan to pursue other forms of motorsport, the British driver intends to spend his time on the activities he is fond of, which include parachute jumping and surfing.
Hamilton shed light on his retirement scene in a television interview with French TV broadcaster Canal+ ahead of the Qatar Grand Prix weekend that saw Max Verstappen seal the 2023 Drivers' Championship title.
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The Red Bull driver is quite clear about his plans for the future after an F1 exit, despite being 12 years younger than Hamilton. Revealing his intent to have his own GT3 racing team by 2025, Verstappen hinted that he might not be around for long in Formula 1.
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However, Hamilton said that he plans to stick around for longer and that the new two-year contract with Mercedes won't be his last in Formula 1. The seven-time world champion even clarified that he won't be pursuing other forms of motorsport after his retirement, like Jenson Button who had a short trip with NASCAR.
Talking about the activities he would like to indulge in after leaving behind the world of F1, Hamilton revealed:
"I love watching races like Le Mans, it looks incredible. I love Moto, I've always loved MotoGP. I still do, I've got two superbikes.
"I think I'll ride motorbikes, but not competitively. I've got lots of other things to do, I don't think I'll be doing any more competitions, at least not as a professional. It takes too much time.
"I'll continue parachute jumping and surfing."
Hamilton also stated in the interview how he was a hyperactive child like the comic book character Dennis The Menace. He added:
"Do you know Dennis The Menace? I was version 2.0. I climbed trees, I cycled, I raced down hills, I jumped! I had a competitive spirit in everything I did.
"I wouldn't say I had the happiest childhood. But driving was what I loved most."
