NewsSports Lewis Hamilton takes superb win in Sao Paulo by Barbados Today 14/11/2021 written by Barbados Today Updated by Desmond Brown 14/11/2021 1 min read A+A- Reset Share FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail 182 SOURCE: BBC – Lewis Hamilton passed title rival Max Verstappen after an intense battle to take one of his greatest victories and win the Sao Paulo Grand Prix. Hamilton took the lead with 12 laps to go after fighting up from 10th place on the grid and cut Verstappen’s advantage in the championship to 14 points. His move on Verstappen came 11 laps after the Dutchman forced him off track when Hamilton made another attempt. His victory came after starting 20th and last for Saturday’s ‘sprint’ event. It was a gripping conclusion to a weekend of bitterness and rancour between the two teams contesting the championship, and controversy both on and off the track. The 101st victory of Hamilton’s career sent a powerful message of intent and is a potentially critical moment in the championship. Had Verstappen held Hamilton off, he would have been able to finish second behind the Mercedes driver at the three remaining races in Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Abu Dhabi and still win the title. Now, the title race is wide open and the two head to the Middle East with everything to play for. You Might Be Interested In Crystal Beckles-Holder, 2nd runner up in regional competition Business owners disappointed Police investigate shooting Barbados Today Stay informed and engaged with our digital news platform. The leading online multimedia news resource in Barbados for news you can trust. You may also like Motorsport stars shine at Barbados Rally Club awards 18/03/2025 Saint Lucian elected new CFU president 18/03/2025 Three teams steam ahead in BABA Premier League 18/03/2025
