Lewis Hamilton's Future At Mercedes Depends On Toto Wolff's Decision

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JAKARTA - Six times Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton will end his contract with the Mercedes team at the end of next season. Hamilton intends to continue racing the following season, but he is still waiting for a response from Silver Arrow team boss Toto Wollf before agreeing a new contract.

Formula 1 will implement new regulations for the 2021 season. In addition, there will also be a reshuffle in Formula 1's top position after 2020 and Wolff is widely cited as one of those who can play that role.

"I know that being in one position for too long is not always positive so I want them to spread their wings and do what is best for their careers," Hamilton said ahead of the Brazil Grand Prix in Sao Paulo. November.

There is also speculation that the British racer will end his career at Ferrari at a time when there is no agreement on a contract extension with Mercedes.

"I'm certainly considering for the next few years. I know if I want to continue racing, I love what I'm doing. I see no reason to stop at this time," he explained.

Hamilton claimed his sixth world title after finishing runners-up in Austin earlier this month and is aiming for a seventh title to match Michael Schumacher's record next year, when he turns 35.

Wolff, meanwhile, will not be escorting Mercedes to the Brazilian Grand Prix, the final race of the season, at a time when Mercedes has bagged the doubles title for the sixth time in a row.