Lewis Hamilton has described compliments from Star Wars creator George Lucas over his dealing with of final yr’s controversial F1 title decider in Abu Dhabi as “very surreal”.
The Mercedes driver missed out on a record-breaking eighth world title after a last-lap shootout to determine the championship that adopted doubtful dealing with of a late security automobile.
Though tensions boiled over within the paddock, a visibly distraught Hamilton stored his cool on the rostrum and even shook the hand of his rival in a present of utmost sportsmanship.
Director Lucas, additionally chargeable for the Indiana Jones franchise amongst others, attended the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix along with his spouse, an in depth buddy of Hamilton’s, Mellody Hobson, and after watching Hamilton’s response, Lucas mentioned: “Heroes are larger than champions. Lewis simply earned hero standing.”
Chatting with Self-importance Honest, Hamilton revealed how his response to this praise has advanced with time.
“Look, I used to be going by no matter feelings I used to be going by, so nobody might say something to me,” Hamilton mentioned.
“It doesn’t matter who. It doesn’t actually matter what is alleged. While you’re feeling a sure method, generally it’s onerous to interrupt by.
“It’s one of many best compliments you possibly can obtain. It is vitally, very surreal to develop up watching Star Wars and have Yoda’s dad say constructive issues about you.”