Hamilton enjoys battles like Monza “a thousand times” more than easy wins

After starting from the back due to an engine penalty, Hamilton had a frustrating first lap in Monza and was still 19th at the end of it.

However, the Mercedes driver worked his way up the order and was hoping to challenge Carlos Sainz for fourth when the late safety car neutralised the race.

Hamilton made it clear after the flag that he had enjoyed his afternoon.

“It’s a thousand times more enjoyable, battling with people,” the seven-time world champion…