Hamilton: "I needed to switch off"

Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton says he feels 'refreshed' after jetting into Baku directly from California after spending a week with friends.

Hamilton, who hasn't won a race yet this season, spoke before the Chinese Grand Prix saying:

"I had a great weekend – a lot of travelling but that’s what I do.

The Brit knows that his team need to improve in order for him to retain his title.

”It’s only been three races," Hamilton said.