Hamilton to have no say on team-mate

LEWIS Hamilton will not be asked by McLaren officials for input into who will replace Fernando Alonso as his team-mate next season.

Hamilton, who finished second in the Formula 1 drivers' championship this year, suggested Nico Rosberg, Adrian Sutil or Heikki Kovalainen as possible contenders last week but his team will make the decision without the advice of the 22-year-old.

"It's a team decision and nothing to do with me," Hamilton said. "I don't need to get involved. The car will be built around me and whoever joins."

Alonso had an acrimonious year at McLaren, but Hamilton insists he bears no grudge.

"I just wish him all the best wherever he goes. I look forward to competing with him for many years to come," Hamilton added.