Seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton is set for an interesting journey back from Interlagos after Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff revealed the Ferrari driver will travel on the newly crowned constructors’ champions’ flight.
Mercedes Secures Ninth Constructors’ Title
Mercedes clinched its ninth constructors’ championship at the Brazilian Grand Prix on Sunday. George Russell and Kimi Antonelli finished fourth and fifth respectively, putting the team beyond Ferrari’s reach with three races left in the season. Hamilton started the race from the back of the grid due to a power unit penalty but fought his way back to finish ninth.
When asked about post-race celebrations, Wolff stated that festivities would be delayed until the team returned to the United Kingdom. Wolff told the media that plans remained undecided and mentioned an upcoming overnight flight.
Wolff explained, “In terms of the party, I don’t know yet. It’s another flight, another overnight flight. George is going to be on that overnight flight, so maybe we’ll have a drink. A constructors’ drink.”
He added, “For the good and the bad. We’re going to take Lewis also, so we’ll see. Maybe he needs one for the bad. And then we’ll figure out what we do about the party coming back to the UK.”
Hamilton’s History and Current Standings
Hamilton spent 12 seasons with Mercedes before switching to Ferrari for 2025. During his tenure with the Brackley-based squad, he claimed six of his seven world titles and contributed to eight consecutive constructors’ championships from 2014 to 2021.
Following the race weekend in São Paulo, Hamilton posted on Instagram, stating, “Well done to Mercedes for winning the constructors’ championship and the incredible year they’ve had overall. Truly deserved.”
Hamilton remains in contention for second place in the drivers’ standings. Red Bull driver Max Verstappen holds second position with 279 points, followed by Russell in third with 262 points and Hamilton in fourth with 261 points, while Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris occupy fifth and sixth with 249 and 246 points respectively.
