Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes are reportedly a step closer to announcing a new deal for the British driver having agreed on what is being called the ‘Verstappen clause' in his contract. That, though, isn't aimed at Max Verstappen, at least not entirely. Hamilton and Mercedes have spent the past weeks debating the finer points of his new deal, one that will see him chase a record-breaking eighth World title. There have been some sticking points along the way, one of which is believed to be who gets to decide Hamilton's team-mate. According to F1-Insider, dubbed the ‘Verstappen clause', Hamilton will now have a say in who will partner him in 2022 and beyond. Why the...
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