In The Driver's Seat

Hamilton well placed to speak his mind

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I was put in mind by two things last weekend at Circuit Paul Ricard, that in the lives of all really great racing champions, there comes a time when they are not afraid to speak out.

The first was the bustling, pleasant company of Jackie Stewart; Sir Jackie, who was celebrating turning 80 recently.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on June 25, 2019, with the headline Hamilton well placed to speak his mind. Subscribe