The Gentleman Magazine Issue 6 | December 2017 | Page 23

“After the race in Mexico a lot of people asked me how it feels
to win this title,” Lewis explained. “We’re the first team in the
history of Formula One to defend the title over a regulation
change. But nobody does it alone.
The great board members in Stuttgart who support us with
100 per cent commitment. And the team, in which all of you
play such an important role. Without your energy, power and
commitment we could not have achieved what we have done
these past four years. So now it’s time to celebrate together!”
Noor Afiza Mohd Yusof, General Manager, Brand Management,
Group Strategic Communications PETRONAS, said:
“Winning our fourth consecutive World Constructors’
Championship is a huge milestone for PETRONAS and a clear
testament towards the successful partnership we share with
Mercedes. Not only did we redefine track domination, but this
win has elevated the PETRONAS brand on par if not better
against other oil and gas companies currently competing in the
sport. More importantly, we consider this a Malaysian win, one
that can be used as a benchmark for us to pursue bigger and
greater goals.”
Images: © Daimler AG
So after the last race and the final test we flew straight out here
to celebrate with the PETRONAS family. Reliability is a key
player in our sport, the engine is really the heart of the car and
the fluid that runs through it is what PETRONAS provide. I
finished every single lap this year thanks to you guys, and that’s
what helped me win this title. Thank you so much!”
Lewis then went on to thank the crowd for the reception:
“Today was the warmest welcome I’ve ever had here in
Malaysia. Every year we come we always get a warm reception,
but today’s one was just on another level – I was not expecting
this.
I thought I was coming to the press conference when all of the
sudden I see a sea of people and a lot of great support. It meant
a lot and it was quite emotional to see it all!”
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