Lewis Hamilton says he can “definitely” prolong his Formula 1 career for another five years as he looks to break Michael Schumacher’s records. Hamilton 34, who is happy at Mercedes but has been linked to Ferrari, appears motivated to continue in the sport for some time yet.

Hamilton has won four of F1 2019’s six races and leads the championship by 17 points. Armed with another mighty Mercedes car, a sixth title looks up for grabs this season. What really drives me, and I feel that somewhat the people I race against may lack, is that fire,” Hamilton added.

“I’ve got this opportunity, and I could easily let go of it right now, but I feel like I would be squandering it if I didn’t continue to improve, grow and push.