Lewis Hamilton has paid tribute to Niki Lauda’s influence in his own career, believing that he would be a one-time champion without the Austrian’s help. Hamilton left McLaren for Mercedes at the end of 2012, with Lauda – who had joined the team earlier in the year – deemed a key player in convincing Hamilton of the long-term potential. Since joining Mercedes at the start of 2013 Hamilton has taken 55 wins and four world titles to seal his place among the greatest drivers in Formula 1 history. Lauda died on Monday, aged 70, and Hamilton – who had not previously spoken publicly about Lauda – delved into detail about the influence of the three-time...
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