Lewis Hamilton’s future was unresolved on Tuesday night as conflicting views continue to swirl over the fate of race director Michael Masi, the Australian who oversaw the controversial last lap of the 2021 decider. Hamilton, 37, has maintained radio silence since the contentious events in the Middle East last month, and on Tuesday Mercedes were unable to confirm whether their star driver would be attending the team’s car launch on February 18. The Masi question remains central, with some leading figures believing he can stay in post in a revamped structure, with an experienced support team around him. Others feel Masi’s exit is required to save the sport’s reputation. Zak Brown, chief executive of Hamilton’s former team McLaren, said: ‘I wouldn’t be shocked if Lewis stopped, but on balance I think he’ll be back. Others feel Masi’s exit is required to save the sport’s reputation. Zak Brown, chief executive of Hamilton’s former team McLaren, said: ‘I wouldn’t be shocked if Lewis stopped, but I think he’ll be back.

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