Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton finds himself at the center of a controversy involving 82.6 M dollars.<\/p>\n
Formula 1 is going through a legal storm<\/a> that could rewrite history. Lewis Hamilton, 82.6 M dollars, and Felipe Massa are unexpectedly linked. This case recalls the famous 2008 duel and shakes the sport\u2019s backstage.<\/p>\n Why is Lewis Hamilton involved in the 82.6 M dollars case?<\/p>\n In 2008, Lewis Hamilton beat Felipe Massa in a dramatic season. The Briton won his first world title by just one point. However, the Singapore Grand Prix changed everything, as a scandal emerged.<\/p>\n During that race, Nelson Piquet Jr. deliberately caused a crash. Thanks to this, his teammate Fernando Alonso could win. Massa, who started on pole, dropped down the ranking after a disastrous safety car pit stop. Hamilton finished third and saved crucial points.<\/p>\n A year later, Renault admitted the maneuver and dismissed Flavio Briatore, accused of orchestrating the plan. Now, Massa reignites a controversy placing 82.6 M dollars and Lewis Hamilton at the center of the debate. That also involves the FIA. Massa seeks justice because this sabotage cost him the world title.<\/p>\n What exactly does Felipe Massa demand?<\/p>\n