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Buffed-up Hamilton feels 'healthier' than ever for 2019

The ability for drivers to carry a bit of extra weight this season following an F1 rule change has put Lewis Hamilton in the "best shape" he's ever been in his career. In a bid to ease the disadvantage suffered by taller and heavier drivers in the past, the FIA has imposed a minimum weight of 743kg this year. However, the driver - fully suited and booted - and his seat must weigh in at a minimum of 80kg. That's given everyone on the grid a bit more margin in the weight department, which in turn has impacted each driver's fitness and diet programs. Hamilton wants to land 'painful' KO blow on rivals Hamilton took advantage of the change to put on a bit more muscle over the winter....
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