BAKU, Azerbaijan -- Lewis Hamilton says his respect for Sebastian Vettel has grown considerably since the pair clashed at the 2017 Azerbaijan Grand Prix less than a year ago.
In the biggest flashpoint between the two drivers last season, Vettel suffered a sudden loss of composure and drove into the side of Hamilton while the pair were preparing for a Safety Car restart. Although the Ferrari driver showed no remorse in the immediate aftermath of the race, he later apologised for the incident after being summoned by the FIA to explain his actions in front of federation president Jean Todt.