US GP: Lewis Hamilton dreams of joining Juan Manuel Fangio in F1

Hamilton can become five-time world champion at the US GP. The qualifying and the race will be broadcast simultaneously on Sky One; Qualy at 22h, Sunday race at 19h10

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Lewis Hamilton admits that he had to deal with his emotions as the battle between Mercedes and Ferraris intensified this season.

Lewis Hamilton promised not to get lost in his quest for a fifth title – a feat that would place him on a par with Juan Manuel Fangio as a five-time world champion.

A win for Hamilton this weekend at the US GP would mean that the Mercedes driver would be crowned champion of this year if his closest rival, Sebastian Vettel, finished third or less.

It's a feat that only two pilots in history have achieved: Fangio and seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher.

"Fangio is the godfather of the sport for us," said Hamilton. "He's one of the biggest since the beginning – it's crazy for me to think that I'm engaging in a similar number of championships that he's had."

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For now, however, Hamilton's goals are more entrenched. "One race at a time" has been its motto since the summer break. After winning four consecutive wins to stand out from the standings, his approach can not change, even if the finish line of the title is in sight.

"It sounds like another race weekend and we want to win so it's a simple goal for us – we're just coming in to try to do the same thing," Hamilton said.

"As a team, we are focused on delivery, we can not be indifferent, we can not be relaxed, and we expect Ferrari to take a strong action this weekend. meet the requirements this weekend, so it's going to be tricky, nothing is gained. "

Hamilton arrived in Texas in a confident and assured atmosphere. If he feels nerves, he does not show them.

"I feel more relaxed than ever, I know what I need to focus on, I really want to enjoy it and optimize my time in the car."

"I feel very chilled, maybe it's not back yet …"

How Hamilton Can Win the Title at US GP

• If Hamilton wins and Vettel is third or less
• If Hamilton finishes second and Vettel is fifth or less
• If Hamilton finishes third and Vettel is seventh or less
• If Hamilton finishes fourth and Vettel is eighth or less
• If Hamilton finish fifth and Vettel ninth or less
• If Hamilton finishes sixth and Vettel is 11th or less
• If Hamilton finish seventh or less, title race continues in Mexico

Asked to explain his incredible fitness journey since the summer break, Hamilton responded, "I see improvement throughout the year, and as a team we have done a better job in all areas. , while the other work in the second phase of the season ".

Hamilton speaks for Vettel
Hamilton also explained why he posted a social media post after the Japanese GP offering his support to Vettel and urging the media to show more "respect" to his rival Ferrari.

"I think if I were in the same situation, they would do the same thing," Hamilton said. "As pilots, we are all members of the GPDA and I think we all have to stay together and I think the respect we have for each other is the best that he does not have. for years, at least the years I've been in Formula 1.

"In the end, as a four-time world champion, it's the most intense year we've ever had." Every hiccup is magnified, as is the case for all sports. High level, but many times since the shooting range and Seb has always been very respectful in supporting me, so I thought it was just to do the same. "

US GP calendar by Sky F1

Friday, October 19th
3:45 pm: Preparation of the GP One of the United States
16h: US GP Practice One LIVE!
19h45: Preparation of the GP 2 in the United States
8 pm: Practice of the United States GP Two LIVE!

Saturday, October 20th
6:45 pm: Third GP session of the United States
7 pm: Practice of the United States Three LIVE GP!
21h: Qualification course for the US GP LIVE! (Simulcast on Sky One and Main Event)
22h: qualification for the US GP LIVE! (Simulcast on Sky One and Main Event)
23:30: The F1 Show LIVE (Simulcast on Sky One and Main Event)

Sunday October 21st
17:30: Pit Lane LIVE! (Simulcast on Sky One)
6:30 pm: On the live schedule! (Simulcast on Sky One and Main Event)
7:10 PM: THE UNITED STATES GP LIVE! (Simulcast on Sky One and Main Event)
9:30 pm: Paddock Live

Will Lewis Hamilton win a fifth world F1 title at the US GP? The race starts at 19:10 on Sunday with a preparation from 17:30. The Saturday Qualy starts at 9pm. Get Sky Sports F1.