Lewis Hamilton believes that Mercedes is in a favorable position for the Spanish Grand Prix after securing first place in the second practice session. In the first practice session, things didn’t go well for Hamilton and the team. However, they were able to gather valuable information from that session. Hamilton explained that the second practice session was much better, with the car performing exceptionally well. The track conditions were challenging due to the high temperatures, making tire management crucial during the long races.
Despite the challenges faced, Hamilton expressed that the team feels competitive and not far behind the main competitors. He believes they are in a good position to be competitive in Sunday’s race. Hamilton mentioned that the W15 has shown improvements during the races, thanks to the collective effort of everyone involved. The team has a clear plan for the future and knows the direction they need to take.
Hamilton emphasized the noticeable improvements in the car’s performance on the track. He aims to maintain the momentum until Saturday and reduce the gap to rivals McLaren and Ferrari, who are currently leading. Hamilton highlighted the importance of continuous improvement and striving to be more competitive in the future.
Overall, Hamilton expressed gratitude to his team members for their hard work in improving the car’s performance. He is determined to maintain this momentum and challenge his rivals on Sunday. Fans are hopeful that Mercedes will score points and reduce the gap to their competitors.