F1: Lewis Hamilton Could Really Be Thinking About Michael Schumacher’s Record

Lewis Hamilton has insisted that he is not after tying or surpassing Michael Schumacher. However, his father recently hinted at the opposite thing.

After Hamilton impressively secured his sixth world title in Austin on Sunday, his father Anthony Hamilton believes his son can continue competing in the sport for another six years.

In a recent interview, the proud father revealed that Lewis is getting “worried” about the younger generation. But Anthony reassured his son by saying the legendary racer could go on in his career until he’s 40, Koam News reported.

"I keep telling him, he's 34 years young," Anthony told CNN Sport.

"He was getting a bit worried about the young lads, but 34 years, I think, personally, he could go on till he's 40 because you're only as young as you feel,” Anthony continued.

Hamilton currently stands alone as Formula 1’s second most successful driver in history, being just a spot behind Ferrari legend Schumacher. What makes it more interesting is that Schumacher was 35 years old when he secured his seventh and final F1 title in 2004.

With that being noted, it appears that destiny is looking predetermined for Hamilton to equal “Schumi’s” record at the same age.

Despite the huge accomplishment ahead, the British racer has always insisted that Schumacher’s record hasn't been what fuels him throughout his career. Instead, Lewis is leaning towards improving his own personal performances everytime he hits the track.

However, Anthony shed light on the matter and said that he doesn’t believe Lewis when he says tying Schumacher’s record doesn’t matter to him.

"He always says it doesn't matter. I don't believe him, no," Hamilton Sr. said with a smile.

After all the comparisons and compliments, Hamilton was humble enough to still believe that he hasn’t reached Schumacher’s level yet, especially in terms of records.

Last month, the Mercedes star already addressed the issue and told reporters during a media scrum at the Japanese Grand Prix that he’s still “in base camp” compared to Schumacher’s accomplishments. Apparently, Hamilton was just honored to belong in the list of F1 greats.

"I'm really so far away from his records. Michael's records are the summit of a huge mountain, and I'm still in base camp," Hamilton said.

“But of course I'm incredibly honored to be located in this category and I've made it so far. I grew up watching Michael, and what he did is just incredible," Hamilton clarified.