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Lewis Hamilton is disappointed with his “rather poor” sprint qualifying result in São Paulo. The British champion was unable to progress past SQ2, which means he will start the sprint race from the eleventh position. Hamilton has already lost faith in his W15 car.
The Struggles of a Champion
Friday at the Autódromo José Carlos Pace was not the day seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton had envisioned. The Mercedes driver expressed discomfort during the first free practice session, citing pain caused by the bumpy track surface. In response, Mercedes made a setup adjustment to his W15. However, in the sprint qualifying, Hamilton could .comy reach SQ2, falling short of his goals.
Hamilton’s Frustration with Performance
Following the qualifying session, Hamilton described his performance to the media as “rather poor.” He explained, “It felt like the same story as every qualifying. I’m not happy about it at all; I just have no confidence in the car. It’s a significant struggle for me.” His candid remarks reveal the frustrations faced by a driver of his caliber when the vehicle doesn’t meet expectations.
A Challenging Circuit
In addition to issues with the W15, Hamilton faced difficulties with the newly resurfaced asphalt at Interlagos this year. While the circuit underwent extensive renovations, Hamilton believes the changes have made the track worse. “They haven’t done a great job with it,” the British driver remarked, adding, “The bumps are challenging for everyone. The driving conditions were poor across the board.” Max Verstappen previously commented on how the new surface has also cost him valuable lap time, highlighting a universal struggle among drivers.
Adjustments for Comfort
Hamilton revealed that Mercedes did make adjustments to elevate the W15 to alleviate some of the discomfort during driving. He noted, “It was a bit better since it didn’t hit the ground as hard. So I didn’t experience pain or anything like that, but the car still hops in the corners. It’s incredibly challenging to manage.” Despite these challenges, Hamilton remains optimistic about making some progress on the grid during the sprint. However, he is still uncertain about the potential outcomes.
As the Formula 1 world holds its breath for the upcoming events, all eyes will be on how Hamilton handles his difficult circumstances and whether he can turn the tide in future races. The resilience of a champion often shines through the most trying of times, and fans are eager to see what strategies Hamilton and Mercedes will develop moving forward this season.
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