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China News Service, December 11th. On the 11th, Beijing time, the F1 Mercedes team announced that Hamilton, the seven-time driver's championship winner, has turned negative after self-isolation, and will participate in the season this weekend. The final match of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
On the 1st of this month, F1 officials revealed that Hamilton had tested positive for the new crown virus, and he therefore missed the Sakhir Grand Prix held last weekend.
It is understood that Hamilton had mild symptoms when he woke up in the morning and was informed that a contact had tested positive.
After retesting, Hamilton was also diagnosed with the virus, and Hamilton was subsequently isolated.
On Wednesday, Hamilton posted a video on social media, saying: "Last week was definitely the toughest week for me this time. I am focusing on recovering my body, hoping to sit in the car in Abu Dhabi to participate in the final race. I felt good when I woke up today, and I had my first workout, so I want to send you a positive message to let you know that I’m fine, thank you for the information and videos that each of you sent me. Hope no matter where you are Wherever you can, you can maintain a positive attitude and overcome everything you face. I hope I can return to the car as soon as possible."
Now, his wish came true, and he caught up with the last train of the final battle at the last moment.
In the Sakhir Grand Prix, the young driver Rasell replaced Hamilton.
When the Mercedes team announced Hamilton's return, it was announced that Russell would return to the Williams team to participate in the final race of the season.
This season, Hamilton has secured the drivers' championship in advance. This is his seventh driver's championship, tying the record held by "Car King" Schumacher.
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