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Hamilton Tears Over Arsenal Title, Eyes PSG Final, Montreal Race

5/22/2026

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**Hamilton Praises Arsenal**

Hamilton said he shed a tear when Arsenal clinched title after a 1-1 draw with Bournemouth, recalling his sister’s “dead arm” that made him an Arsenal fan.
He praised Arsenal’s ability to go “from strength to strength”, saying he studies leaders to improve teamwork.
Hamilton noted that Arsenal will meet Paris Saint-Germain in final on May 30 while he races in Montreal from May 22-24 and works to extract performance from his car.

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**Arteta Skips Title**

Mikel Arteta skipped the title-clinching match to barbecue at home because he said he lacked energy needed.
His eldest son Gabriel, an Arsenal Under-18, ran to him, cried and shouted “we are champions, Daddy.”
Arteta called Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola, a childhood friend from Antiguoko, to thank him for the draw.
He confessed he doubted his ability to win a major trophy, asking whether he is good enough to lead.

History

Historical Context

Arsène Wenger’s 2003-04 ‘Invincibles’ went unbeaten for 49 league games and secured Arsenal’s 13th title, but the club then endured a 22-year league drought. Under Mikel Arteta, Arsenal finally reclaimed the Premier League in 2026, ending the longest title gap in the competition’s history and reviving the brand that had not lifted the trophy since 2004.

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**Hamilton Praises Arsenal**

Hamilton said he shed a tear when Arsenal clinched title after a 1-1 draw with Bournemouth, recalling his sister’s “dead arm” that made him an Arsenal fan.
He praised Arsenal’s ability to go “from strength to strength”, saying he studies leaders to improve teamwork.
Hamilton noted that Arsenal will meet Paris Saint-Germain in final on May 30 while he races in Montreal from May 22-24 and works to extract performance from his car.

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