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Nico Rosberg Reveals Intense Fallout from Lewis Hamilton Clash: “Unbelievable Drama”

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
June 1, 2025
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Nico Rosberg Reveals Intense Fallout from Lewis Hamilton Clash: “Unbelievable Drama”

Formula One F1 - Spanish Grand Prix - Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain - May 31, 2025 Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton after qualifying REUTERS/Juan Medina

Nico Rosberg Reveals Shocking Details About Lewis Hamilton Crash

In a jaw-dropping revelation, former Formula 1 driver Nico Rosberg has shared his intense perspective on the infamous crash with seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton at the 2016 Spanish Grand Prix. The incident, which abruptly ended both their races, has long been a point of contention between the two drivers.

Rosberg, speaking candidly on a recent broadcast, delved into the details of the collision that marred their relationship even further. Recalling the dramatic moment, Rosberg explained how a wrong engine setting led to the fateful encounter with Hamilton at Turn Four. The clash, which resulted in both drivers retiring early in the race, was described by Rosberg as “the worst case” and “dangerous.”

The tension between Rosberg and Hamilton was already strained at that time, with the crash only exacerbating the animosity between the former teammates. Rosberg admitted that the incident made their relationship “extremely intense and difficult to manage internally,” shedding light on the behind-the-scenes turmoil within the Mercedes team.

Team principal Toto Wolff, reflecting on the incident, acknowledged the risks that come with allowing drivers to compete fiercely on the track. However, the late Niki Lauda was less forgiving in his assessment, labeling the crash as “completely unnecessary” and placing more blame on Hamilton for the collision.

Despite the sour relationship between Rosberg and Hamilton, the team managed to navigate the conflict under Lauda’s guidance by implementing stricter rules of engagement for the drivers. These regulations aimed to prevent similar incidents in the future, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship within the Mercedes F1 team.

Rosberg ultimately emerged victorious in the 2016 season, clinching the drivers’ championship by a narrow margin of five points before retiring from the sport at the peak of his career. The fallout from the Hamilton crash serves as a stark reminder of the high stakes and intense rivalries that characterize the world of Formula 1.

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