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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Giles Richards

‘Back in the mix’: Hamilton happy to share podium with ‘icons’ in Canada

Max Verstappen and his technical director, Adrian Newey, with Fernando Alonso and Lewis Hamilton during victory ceremonies at the Canadian Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton with (from left) Fernando Alonso, Red Bull technical officer Adrian Newey and Max Verstappen in Canada. Photograph: Canadian Press/Shutterstock

Lewis Hamilton has expressed his pleasure in being back in the fight at the front of the grid after taking third place in the Canadian Grand Prix. The British driver relished his battle with Fernando Alonso, who was second, and was hopeful that at some point he and the Spaniard might also challenge race winner Max Verstappen.

The podium in Montreal was a rare feat indeed with three world champions on the steps, boasting a total of 11 titles between them. Verstappen won with a dominant run from pole to flag but Hamilton and Alonso enjoyed a fine fight as Hamilton’s Mercedes car continued to display good form in the wake of recent upgrades.

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