Lewis Hamilton responds to Valtteri Bottas’ Mercedes exit – ‘The best team-mate I’ve had’ | F1 | Sport

Lewis Hamilton has penned an emotional farewell to Valtteri Bottas after the latter’s upcoming Mercedes departure was confirmed on Monday. Bottas will join Alfa Romeo next season, signing a multi-year deal with the Swiss team.Hamilton paid tribute to Bottas on Twitter on Monday afternoon, sharing a touching statement accompanied by images of the duo.It read: “I’m immensely proud to have worked alongside Valtteri for the last five years.”Together, we’ve been a part of a team that has delivered four Contructors’ Championships, and we’ve motivated one another to keep pushing through the ups and downs.”He has been the best teammate I’ve had the pleasure of working with.THINK YOU KNOW SPORT? Test your sporting knowledge with our tricky quiz**We’ll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures, and video on this breaking news story.For the latest news and breaking news visit: Football | Football Transfer News, Scores and Results | Express.co.ukStay up to date with all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion, and video on the stories that matter to you.Follow us on Twitter @DExpress_Sport – the official Daily Express & Express.co.uk Twitter account – providing real news in real-time.We’re also on Facebook @DailyExpressSport – offering your must-see news, features, videos, and pictures throughout the day to like, comment, and share from the Daily Express, Sunday Express, and Express.co.uk.**



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