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Bernie Ecclestone says Lewis Hamilton sought Red Bull move

Sepang:  Formula One star Lewis Hamilton asked Bernie Ecclestone to broker a move to Red Bull -- and "rolled his eyes" when the sport's supremo suggested Mercedes, a report said on Sunday.Ecclestone, in an interview with Britain's Mail on Sunday, said Red Bull were positive about a Hamilton move from McLaren, but only if Australian driver Mark Webber decided to leave the team.The 82-year-old said reigning world title-holder Sebastian Vettel was also open to the move but despite advanced discussions at last year's British Grand Prix, billionaire team owner Dietrich Mateschitz showed loyalty to Webber."Dietrich is a very honest, straightforward guy and told Mark the door...
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