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Hamilton "fell asleep" in early part of 2017 - Villeneuve

Former F1 champion Jacques Villeneuve believes Lewis Hamilton "fell asleep" in the early part of the 2017 season and woke up when he realised just how strong the challenge from Sebastian Vettel was. The Canadian, who won his sole title 20 years ago, says that Hamilton relaxed too much when Valtteri Bottas arrived as replacement for his previous title rival Nico Rosberg. Rosberg beat Hamilton to the title last year before retiring from the sport. "Lewis is really, really good," said Villeneuve. "He's only ever been in the best team with the best car, or close to it, like every great champion, which is fine. "If he can be the whole season like he's been since the...
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