Hamilton ready to welcome Button

Lewis Hamilton, arrived at McLaren at the beginning of 2007 at the same time as he took his first steps in Formula 1, could have a third teammate in four years, in the person of Jenson Button. Indeed, the Woking team could bring together the two British world champions of the last two seasons. “ I don't mind knowing who joins the team, as long as he arrives calm, wants to be effective and help the team progress. “, Lewis Hamilton told the Daily Mail.

Lewis Hamilton had problems during his first season with McLaren, Fernando Alonso questioning the fairness between the two pilots. “ I would welcome Jenson as my teammate, however, says Hamilton. He has a good head on his shoulders and is a dedicated boy. »

Beyond seeing him as a possible teammate, the 2008 world champion recognizes that he was happy to see Jenson Button succeed him. “ He won the world championship, did a good job over the years. I couldn't be happier for him. He will be a strong competitor next year, whether at Brawn or McLaren. »