Lewis Hamilton, three-time F1 world champion and resident of Monaco, was involved in a minor road accident on Monday in his $2M purple Pagani Zonda. Fortunately, no one was injured.
Hamilton took to Instagram to alert his fans of the accident, and claimed full responsibility.
He said: “I’ve not been well with a fever but I also had a road accident in Monaco on Monday night. Nobody was hurt, which is the most important thing. But the car was obviously damaged and I made very light contact with a stationary vehicle.
“I am informing you because I feel we all must take responsibility for our actions. Mistakes happen to us all but what's important is that we learn from them and grow.”
Given the nature of Hamilton's profession and VIP status, rumors were apparently starting to circulate around the accident. He also addressed this in his Instagram post: "Whilst ultimately, it is nobody's business, there are people knowing my position that will try to take advantage of the situation and make a quick buck. NO problem."
He posted the picture from the plane while on his way to Brazil for the penultimate Grand Prix at Interlagos this weekend.