Rosberg opens up on Hamilton relationship after retirement

In the latest episode of the official F1 Beyond The Grid podcast, Nico Rosberg reflected on his intense rivalry with Lewis Hamilton and his shock retirement just days after winning the 2016 World Championship. He admitted that the mental toll of the battle was immense and that announcing his departure immediately was necessary to minimize disruption for Mercedes. Looking back at the dramatic 2016 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix finale, Rosberg recalled how Hamilton's tactical slow driving nearly cost the team the victory. While their relationship was strained at the time, Rosberg noted that things have since thawed into a neutral state, acknowledging that they may never be best friends.