Formula 1 racing legend Lewis Hamilton has equalled the all-time record for career Formula 1 victories after winning the Eifel Grand Prix. The Mercedes driver's win was his career's 91st win, equalling Michael Schumacher's record.

In the ongoing F1 season, with this victory Hamilton has extended his championship lead over team-mate Valtteri Bottas to 69 points as Valtteri retired in the game. Now, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, an ardent follower of F1 racing has appreciated Lewis Hamilton for achieving the record.

Sachin Tendulkar tweeted "Since the time you’ve taken up the sport, you’ve been very special.I have always liked your grit and balanced aggression while driving the @F1 car. Congratulations on your 91st GP win equalling Schumacher’s record. Wishing you the very best for the future."

Since the time you’ve taken up the sport, you’ve been very special.
I have always liked your grit and balanced aggression while driving the @F1 car.

Congratulations on your 91st GP win equalling Schumacher’s record. Wishing you the very best for the future. pic.twitter.com/iPMKsiqshU

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) October 12, 2020