6 Michael Schumacher records Hamilton can most likely beat

Hamilton is on the cusp of eternal greatness, is he not?
Hamilton is on the cusp of eternal greatness, is he not?

6. Most fastest-laps ever

German racing icon Michael Schumacher with The Iceman of F1
German racing icon Michael Schumacher with The Iceman of F1

Truth be told, this one might seem a bit too far-fetched for the Briton to conquer at least at this point in time.

But if there's a driver on the grid who can get this one, then it seems, Hamilton has a great chance.

Thus far, Michael Schumacher holds the record for having set the most number of fastest-laps in Grand Prix racing. The number is a whopping 77. Schumi achieved this sensational feat during his two stints in F1, the latter, that took shape with the German driver returning back to the sport with Mercedes.

On the other hand, with 41 fastest laps, Lewis Hamilton is currently third on the list. And that's not all. He's currently tied with French racing great Alain Prost.

Only 'The Iceman' Kimi Raikkonen has set more fastest laps than both Prost or Hamilton, his tally currently standing at 46.

But surely, while Kimi is staring at the end of his career, despite having another season to contest in at (2020), Hamilton, it mustn't be forgotten is nearly 6 and a half years younger to Kimi and therefore stands a better chance to get close and who knows, past the great 'Schumi.'

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