Hamilton praises race stewards
Lewis Hamilton has praised the role played by the FIA stewards during the first four races of this season, saying they are the best he has experienced in his Formula 1 career
Hamilton has been criticised for some robust racing this season but has yet to be given more than a reprimand by the stewards.
Former drivers have been members of the stewarding panel since the beginning of the season.
Speaking at a press conference after taking part in a Vodafone promotion at the Kyalami circuit outside Johannesburg in South Africa on Tuesday, Hamilton said: "I think the FIA and their racing stewards this year, they've been the best that I've probably experienced in Formula 1.
"It's difficult (for the stewards) in Formula 1; we're all there to race, to have a good time; we're not to there to mess around.
"For sure we're all pushing the boundaries and rules are rules, but I think this year it's been a lot more fair and definitely more consistent and more racing has been (the result).
"Us drivers are now not afraid to have a real battle with someone, without the worry of risking a penalty and I think that's fantastic.
"(The stewards) are doing a fantastic job and I think that's what's also contributing to such great racing so far (this season)," Hamilton concluded.
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