Hamilton had a close relationship with 'Bono' - highlighted by the celebrations the pair shared after Hamilton won the 2024 British GP, his first win for almost three years. Bonnington was emotional after that particular race, and joined Hamilton on the podium to celebrate the joyous moment in Hamilton's final season with the team.

Lewis Hamilton spent many years racing for Mercedes and working with race engineer Peter Bonnington who made what was perhaps an expected faux pas over the radio in Shanghai

What began as a dream weekend for Lewis Hamilton at the 2025 Chinese Grand Prix turned into a nightmare following his disqualification from Sunday's race.

The full result was altered by stewards after the race when Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton as well as Alpine’s Pierre Gasly were disqualified.

McLaren’s Oscar Piastri started from pole for the first time in his F1 career, with the Mercedes of George Russell alongside him — but overtaken by Lando Norris on the opening lap. Lewis Hamilton had already enjoyed a successful weekend with Ferrari, after taking sprint race victory from pole yesterday.

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri wins the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix.