Lewis Hamilton left unhurt by minor road accident in Monaco
‘Nobody was hurt, which is the most important thing. But the car was obviously damaged and I made very light contact with a stationary vehicle'
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Your support makes all the difference.Lewis Hamilton has been involved in a road accident in Monaco.
The F1 world champion made ‘very light contact’ with a stationary car and, while there was damage to both cars, no one was hurt in the incident.
Hamilton had delayed a flight to São Paulo for the Brazilian Grand Prix this weekend until Wednesday due to medical advice after suffering from a fever, reports the BBC.
He wrote on his Instagram account: ‘Whilst ultimately, it is nobody's business, there are people knowing my position that will try to take advantage of the situation and make a quick buck. No problem.
‘Nobody was hurt, which is the most important thing. But the car was obviously damaged and I made very light contact with a stationary vehicle.
‘I am informing you because I feel we all must take responsibility for our actions. Mistakes happen to us all but what's important is that we learn from them and grow. Can't wait for the weekend Brazil.’
Mr Hamilton was crowned the 2015 Formula One World Champion after winning the United States Grand Prix – his 10th victory of the season.
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