Hamilton wants to dominate the 2008 season!

Lewis Hamilton warns his rivals in 2008: And for good reason, he plans to dominate the next F1 season and frankly declares that he will show no mercy when it comes to winning races and claiming the title.

Are these high ambitions for the young Briton? His incredible journey during his first season in the premier category of motorsport suggests that he is ready to withstand the various pressures and help the McLaren team become the world constructors’ champion.

Indeed, even with a rather eventful campaign, Hamilton managed to secure 4 race victories and finished 1 point away from the title.

Now a teammate of the former Renault driver, Heikki Kovalainen in place of the double world champion Fernando Alonso, Hamilton will be considered the team leader for Woking.

On Monday, January 7th, he will be in Germany for the launch of the new McLaren-Mercedes before flying to Spain alongside Kovalainen to test it.

« I would love to dominate this season. Wouldn’t that be cool? » He told the British newspaper Sun.

« People used to say when Michael Schumacher won all the time that F1 had become very boring because Ferrari was always a step ahead, but as long as the race is exciting, that shouldn’t be a problem. »

Hamilton truly believes in his chances of overall victory, especially after the high-flying battle with Ferrari in 2007.

« I can’t say that I’m certain of winning the world championship this year, but I know I have the ability to win the title, I proved it last year, » added Hamilton.

« I really want to win after coming so close last year. I think the other drivers were a bit surprised by my performances, but I have earned their respect and they know what to expect from me this year. »