Hamilton to make MotoGP switch? Wait a minute...

Hamilton to make MotoGP switch? Wait a minute...

Originally written by Joas van Wingerden. This version is a translation.

Sunday 1 April 2018 12:43

This time last year, he was retiring, now Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton is leaving Mercedes to take up a career in MotoGP! Did you make sure to check the date? Yep, it's the Briton's latest HILARIOUS April Fool's Day prank. Sorry if we scared you!

Though a star of four wheels, Hamilton is renowned for being a fan of two-wheeled machines, regularly sharing imges of him on motorcycles across social media.

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He has previously arrived at grands prix on two wheels and you can even buy a MV Agusta F4 LH44 - craftily named after him as you might notice...

Could the likes of Valentino Rossi and Marc Marquez have a new rival to think about?

After much thought, I am making the switch to two wheels ????????? ???? Happy Easter guys!
A post shared by Lewis Hamilton (@lewishamilton) on Apr 1, 2018 at 3:15am PDT

It doesn't look like it any time soon.

What will Hamilton go for next year for an April Fool gag: Getting a flat-share with Nico Rosberg? Giving up every pole position won with 'party mode'? We can't wait to find out!

Riding a motorcycle is an art form. I have nothing but respect for those competing at the top of their game in this field. It's such a rush. Stay tuned for something epic... @calcrutchlow ???????????????? #F4LH44 #MVAgusta #dainesecrew #Ambassador ????leoiannelli @mvagustamotor
A post shared by Lewis Hamilton (@lewishamilton) on Feb 20, 2018 at 11:09am PST