Versuchen GOLD - Frei

Still possible for Norris to win title: Hamilton

The Straits Times

|

November 02, 2024

SAO PAULO - Lewis Hamilton believes Lando Norris can still catch and beat defending three-time world champion Max Verstappen to the Formula One title this season, thanks to the performance of his McLaren car and team.

- AFP

Speaking ahead of this weekend's Sao Paulo Grand Prix, the seven-time champion welcomed the excitement their duel has brought to the run-in this campaign.

He also suggested a return to gravel traps instead of forgiving run-off areas was the only way to curtail Verstappen's aggressive style that saw him twice penalised 10 seconds in Mexico last weekend.

"It's really exciting for the sport," said Hamilton, who was the victim of similar tactics by the Dutchman at the 2021 Sao Paulo Grand Prix.

"The last couple of years have not necessarily been so exciting, with Max just leading the way and that sometimes happens. But I think it's been exciting for the fans to see that it can go down to the wire this year. There's still a possibility of Lando catching up.

WEITERE GESCHICHTEN VON The Straits Times

The Straits Times

The Straits Times

RAMEN REVIVAL

Slurp up regional flavours from Japan and local hawker renditions

time to read

10 mins

November 02, 2025

The Straits Times

The Straits Times

MIDDLE EASTERN MELTING POT

New eateries are putting their own spin on the cuisine, while established players keep pace with updated menus

time to read

11 mins

November 02, 2025

The Straits Times

The Straits Times

From a super-saver to embracing 'die with zero'

After a lifetime of saving for the future, I recently opened up to the idea that maybe one should use up one's wealth before one dies.

time to read

6 mins

November 02, 2025

The Straits Times

The Straits Times

MASTEROFMYUNIVERSE TO RULE

RACE 1 (1,200M) 4 Run Run Timing made a strong first impression for the Ricky Yiu stable, finishing a close second on his Class 5 debut and showing he is ready to win again. He draws wider in barrier 9 this time, but that effort confirmed he was heading the right way.

time to read

6 mins

November 02, 2025

The Straits Times

The Straits Times

KEEPING CALM THE 'BIGGEST LESSON'

Sabalenka aims to keep her emotions in check in bid for first WTA Finals crown

time to read

2 mins

November 02, 2025

The Straits Times

The Straits Times

New work by late M'sian poet

Two young editors have worked to posthumously publish In The Mirror: New And Selected Poems Of Wong Phui Nam

time to read

3 mins

November 02, 2025

The Straits Times

The Straits Times

WILL POGACAR BECOME CYCLING'S G.O.A.T?

In this series, The Straits Times takes a deep dive into the hottest sports topic or debate of the hour. From Lamine Yamal's status as the next big thing to pickleball's growth, we'll ask The Big Question to set you thinking, and talking.

time to read

5 mins

November 02, 2025

The Straits Times

The Straits Times

Sentosa Cove property prices buck mainland uptrend as loss-making deals rise

In July, a condominium unit at Marina Collection in Sentosa Cove was resold for $4.95 million, over 40 per cent below the price paid in 2008.

time to read

4 mins

November 02, 2025

The Straits Times

The Straits Times

More HDB flat owners switching to bank loans as rates drop to 3-year low

Owners spoilt for choice as banks compete to offer attractive refinancing options

time to read

4 mins

November 02, 2025

The Straits Times

The Straits Times

Beauty products and fried chicken: Korean culture meets diplomacy at summit

World leaders and business titans gathered in South Korea this week to hash out issues from tariffs and AI to regional security.

time to read

2 mins

November 02, 2025

Listen

Translate

Share

-
+

Change font size