Hamilton Eyes African GP as Verstappen Slams Austin Track Bumps

Lewis Hamilton has expressed his desire to extend his Formula One career into the early 2030s to potentially compete in the inaugural African Grand Prix in Rwanda. The seven-time world champion acknowledged the human rights concerns surrounding the event but advocated for approaching it with humility. Meanwhile, Max Verstappen voiced strong criticism regarding the track conditions at the Circuit of the Americas, describing the bumps as "unacceptable" and "out of control" ahead of the United States Grand Prix.

In other motorsport news, Ducati has responded to Aprilia's discussions about employing team orders as their championship battle intensifies. Yamaha Motoxracing has confirmed its rider lineup for the 2027 Superbike World Championship season, with Yamaha increasing its support for the team. Honda HRC Castrol faces challenges with only one rider, Luca Marini, competing at Phillip Island due to injuries and illness affecting other team members. Additionally, 18-year-old Briton Freddie Slater is set to make his practice debut for Audi in Mexico and Sao Paulo.