In a thrilling turn of events, Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton executed a flawless strategy that even left Red Bull in awe. The mastermind behind Max Verstappen’s race, Simon Rennie, praised the stellar performance by the Maranello team.
Throughout the season, tensions between Hamilton and the Ferrari pit wall have been evident, especially regarding strategic decisions and team orders. However, during the most crucial phase of the weekend, Hamilton and Ferrari managed to orchestrate a remarkable comeback, thanks to a brilliantly executed race strategy.
Starting from the 18th position, Hamilton made his way up to 13th through on-track overtakes. A strategic call to switch to slick tires earlier than his competitors propelled him six positions up the grid in one swift move. The decision paid off, and Hamilton found himself in 7th place by the 14th lap, a position he held until the checkered flag, pressuring Alex Albon for 6th.
Even Red Bull couldn’t help but be impressed by Ferrari and Hamilton’s performance. The seven-time world champion commended the team for their strategy, acknowledging the crucial role it played in his race. Hamilton’s race engineer, Riccardo Adami, reciprocated the praise, highlighting the successful execution of the strategy.
Verstappen’s race engineer, Simon Rennie, also lauded Hamilton’s strategic masterstroke, emphasizing the significant advantage gained by pitting early for dry tires. Despite a 7th place finish not meeting the high standards of Hamilton, Ferrari, or their fans, the remarkable recovery from a disastrous Friday and Saturday deserves recognition.
The Italian team and Hamilton have showcased their resilience and strategic prowess, setting the stage for an intriguing battle as the season progresses. Stay tuned as the competition heats up on the track, with Ferrari-Hamilton proving to be a force to be reckoned with in the Formula 1 arena.
