F1 star Lewis Hamilton admits he was apprehensive ahead of 'Hot Ones' appearance: 'How can I get out of this?'

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Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton broke a sweat during his highly anticipated appearance on "Hot Ones," a popular internet series where celebrities are interviewed while eating wings that get increasingly hot.

Hamilton contemplated skipping his "Hot Ones" appearance altogether, citing his uneasiness over the spice challenge. The Formula One driver even considered backing out of his commitment as he was making his way to the studio. 

"Even on the way here I was honestly like, "How can I get out of this?’" Hamilton admitted.

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Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain and Mercedes prior to the F1 Grand Prix of Saudi Arabia at Jeddah Corniche Circuit March 19, 2023, in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.  (Dan Istitene/Formula 1 via Getty Images)

But Hamilton also noted his busy schedule also played a role leading up to the appearance.

"A part of it was scheduling [conflicts], but most of it was like, 'I don't know if I can do it,'" he said.

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The British driver seemed relatively unfazed by the first few wings, but he was noticeably surprised by the spiciness of the fifth wing.

"Holy s---, it's hard to talk," Hamilton said.

Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain and Mercedes reacts at a press conference during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Nov. 17, 2022.  (AP Photo/Kamran Jebreili, File)

The sixth wing was coated in the "Da Bomb Beyond Insanity" sauce, which the driver seemed to struggle with.

But Hamilton eventually