Hamilton’s absence makes Sakhir Grand Prix career defining for two drivers – Wide World of Sports

Lewis Hamilton’s absence from this weekend’s Sakhir Grand Prix has turned the race into the most important weekend in the careers of two drivers.
First, and most obvious, whoever steps into Hamilton’s Mercedes will have the chance of a lifetime. The car is clearly the class of the field, having won 13 of the 15 races so far this season. Hamilton himself has won 11 of those races, including the last five.
Williams driver George Russell is the early favourite to replace Hamilton, with a final decision…

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