Formula 1’s Latest Rumours and Talk: Lewis Hamilton, Caterham, Cartels and More

Mercedes want to hand Lewis Hamilton a new contract immediately after the final race of the season—whether he comes out on top or not. Team boss Toto Wolff has revealed the long-suspended talks are set to resume as soon as the chequered flag falls in Abu Dhabi. Team-mate and title rival Nico Rosberg's deal was extended earlier in the year. Another driver hoping for a contract extension is Jean-Eric Vergne. But the Toro Rosso veteran—three years is a long time in that team—faces competition from three younger drivers for the seat alongside Max Verstappen in 2015. But one man not continuing in Formula One is McLaren test driver Gary Paffett. He's leaving after eight years with the Woking outfit. Elsewhere, the smaller teams ...

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