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Lewis Hamilton (front and back): "He will rule Formula 1 for a long time to come"
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With his success at the Portuguese Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton is the sole Grand Prix record holder in Formula 1, with 92 career wins he is ahead of Michael Schumacher.
The international press praises this extravagantly.
An overview.
ENGLAND
Guardian:
"Lewis Hamilton actually snatched Michael Schumacher's record. He gives young, ambitious drivers very little hope of ever approaching his records or even winning seven world titles. LH44 is a force of nature."
Daily Mail:
"Hamilton's victory in Portugal was mercilessly dominant. He wins so stylishly, so easily, that even the great Michael Schumacher at the height of his fame couldn't. Hamilton put almost 26 seconds between himself and Valtteri Bottas, who is in the identical car Finished second. You don't have to know more. "
Sun:
"Lew or Schu: Who is the greatest of all time? There are many aspects that can be compared, but there is still no answer. Different times, different cars, different conditions. One thing is certain: Both have a story written that is difficult to repeat. The bar for future generations is sky high. "
FRANCE
L'Equipe:
"Le92nde! On a day when everything was just right for him, Hamilton dominated the course, the competition and his own team-mates with a class that is second to none. And at the end of this memorable day he won Michael Schumacher's mythical record . "
Le Figaro:
"On October 1, 2006 in Shanghai, Ferrari legend Michael Schumacher took the 91st and final victory of his epoch-making career. The 91 seemed unattainable. Forever. Until October 25, 2020. And it goes on for Hamilton, his Records may really one day be forever. "
ITALY
Gazzetta dello Sport:
"King Lewis celebrates 92 wins and overtakes Schumacher. The countdown is over, it was only a matter of time. Hamilton's triumph has made him a legend."
Corriere dello Sport:
"More than Schumi: Hamilton has become a myth. The Brit is a versatile driver who drives aggressively or prudently as required and is always selfish. He has become the sole ruler of Formula 1 thanks to the support of his team. "
Tuttosport:
"The sovereignty with which Hamilton collects one record after the other tells a lot about his talent. Lewis has become a myth that even eclipsed Schumacher."
Corriere della Sera:
"The F1 at the feet of King Hamilton, who is better than the Schumacher myth and celebrates 92 victories, more than anyone in F1."
Repubblica:
"Hamilton overtakes the legendary Schumacher. He is unique in the history of Formula 1. Religious like Senna, vegan and environmental activist, rapper, fashionist and son of a simple worker. Hamilton is a multi-faceted personality, he will rule F1 for a long time . "
AUSTRIA
Kronen-Zeitung:
"Historically! Hamilton roars past Schumacher. Even a cramp in his right leg in the closing stages could not stop the man from Stevenage."
SWITZERLAND
Blick:
"Mr. Perfect wants even more! Not only Formula 1 bows to its current best driver. Hamilton has long since become Mr. Perfect in the best car. Clever, flawless, gentle on tires and unequaled!"
SPAIN
Marca:
"Hamilton beats Schumacher! At the beginning the race was exciting, in the end it was a comfortable win for Hamilton, who certainly still has a lot to do. Hamilton is already caressing the world title, which can no longer be taken from him."
AS:
"In the end, the champion wins without any ifs or buts. Brutal triumph for Hamilton in Portimão, with which he overtakes Schumacher in victories. Hamilton leads Formula 1 with a dictatorial hand. He is approaching the world title with giant strides."
Sport:
"Hamilton shows in Portimão that he is a genius. 92 Formula 1 victories, leaving the great Michael Schumacher behind. Hamilton can become world champion in Imola if Bottas does not finish in the top nine"
El Mundo Deportivo:
"Lewis is simply on a different level, nobody can hold a candle to him in Formula 1. He taught Bottas a masterful lesson. Leclerc still takes a decent fourth place for Ferrari."
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