Hamilton has “full faith” in Mercedes after checking out W15 in wind tunnel

On Thursday Hamilton went to both the racing team in Brackley and the HPP engine division in Brixworth for a final debrief on 2023 before heading for his winter break.

He says the mood in the camp is “positive” after the team secured second place in the constructors’ championship despite a difficult season that saw no wins.

“I’ve been very busy,” said Hamilton ahead of Friday’s FIA prizegiving gala. “It’s been a long, long year, but…