Hamilton ‘fittest ever’ as he chases eighth F1 title

Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time Formula One world champion, has entered the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort in the best shape of his life, according to reports. The 41-year-old British racer claims he spent the summer break training, rather than partying, which has left him more fit than ever in the 20 years of his Formula One career.

Hamilton currently sits 50 points behind championship leader Kimi Antonelli, but his Ferrari is in a "sweet spot" that gives him hope of closing the gap. This summer break has been the most different in all of his championship seasons, as previous years typically involved just a week or two off with some partying.

Hamilton took this summer break as an opportunity to "level up" and returned significantly fitter than ever before. He noted that he is now in a real sweet spot with the Ferrari team, moving in the right direction and implementing changes he demanded.

One of the key motivators for Hamilton is his lack of a victory at the Dutch Grand Prix, which he has never won in his long Formula One career. This will be his last chance to claim victory at Zandvoort, as the race is being removed from the calendar after the current season. Hamilton expressed his desire to change this and called the Dutch Grand Prix an "incredible circuit."