Angela Cullen coached Lewis Hamilton for seven years. Now both announced the surprising separation. Rumor has it that the chemistry is no longer right. The unusual timing of the separation for the second race of the season in Saudi Arabia speaks.
“For the past seven years, Angela Cullen has been by my side and has pushed me to be the best version of myself. They have made me a stronger athlete and a better person,” Hamilton wrote on Instagram.
He wished her “the very best as she takes her next steps to pursue her dreams. Thank you for everything Ang and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for you.”
In her own post, Cullen mentions the “next adventure” she wants to embark on. She is no longer in Saudi Arabia. The former player of the New Zealand national hockey team was not only Hamilton’s coach, but also his confidante.
“I am so grateful and blessed to have had the opportunity to experience this incredible journey in Formula 1 and I know my story will continue. Thanks to the Mercedes team, which has been my family for the past seven years, »wrote the 48-year-old.
And addressed to Hamilton: «You GOAT! It was an honor and a pleasure to stand by your side, I am so proud of you and everything you have achieved. Thank you for supporting me, believing in me and showing me the limitless potential we all have within us. I’m so excited for the next chapter for you. There’s nothing you can’t do.”
1st practice, Saudi Arabia
01. Max Verstappen (NL), Red Bull Racing, 1:29,617 min
02. Sergio Perez (MEX), Red Bull Racing, 1:30.100
03. Fernando Alonso (E), Aston Martin, 1:30.315
04. Lance Stroll (CDN), Aston Martin, 1:30,577
05. George Russell (GB), Mercedes, 1:30,771
06. Lewis Hamilton (GB), Mercedes, 1:30,787
07. Carlos Sainz (E), Ferrari, 1:30.924
08. Pierre Gasly (F), Alpine, 1:30,949
09. Alex Albon (T), Williams, 1:31,030
10. Yuki Tsunoda (J), AlphaTauri, 1:31,110
11. Charles Leclerc (MC), Ferrari, 1:31,118
12. Esteban Ocon (F), Alpine, 1:31,181
13. Nyck de Vries (NL), AlphaTauri, 1:31,450
14. Oscar Piastri (AUS), McLaren, 1:31.491
15. Nico Hülkenberg (D), Haas, 1:31,552
16. Kevin Magnussen (DK), Haas, 1:31.566
17. Logan Sargeant (USA), Williams, 1:31,922
18. Valtteri Bottas (FIN), Alfa Romeo, 1:31,970
19. Guanyu Zhou (RCH), Alfa Romeo, 1:31,986
20. Lando Norris (GB), McLaren, 1:32.149