Lewis Hamilton suggested indirectly that the race strategy adopted by Mercedes may have favored George Russell during the Canadian Grand Prix. Hamilton, a seven-time world champion, faced difficulties during the race by not being able to qualify at the front of the grid, while his teammate secured pole position. Despite finishing in fourth place, Hamilton revealed that the strategy implemented by Mercedes may have hindered his chances of success.
As track conditions in Montreal improved, Hamilton initially switched to medium tires. However, Mercedes instructed the 39-year-old driver to make a pit stop to put on hard tires and complete the race. In contrast, Russell managed to complete his final stint with medium tires, after having made a pit stop earlier to put on hard tires.
Hamilton claimed not to be aware of Russell’s use of medium tires at the end of the race. The seven-time world champion stated that, if he had been informed by Mercedes, he would have stayed with the medium tires instead of switching to the hard ones. Hamilton believed that the medium compound was a much superior tire option. Therefore, it can be argued that Mercedes’ strategy may have hindered Hamilton’s chances of achieving his first podium of the season.
During the race, Hamilton and Russell battled for the final podium position. Despite Hamilton’s efforts, he was unable to keep up with his younger teammate’s pace. While Russell crossed the finish line in third place, Hamilton admitted defeat.
Hamilton expressed his dissatisfaction with Mercedes’ decision to put him on hard tires. The seven-time world champion admitted that he had no chance of keeping Russell behind him, as the 26-year-old driver was consistently half a second faster with the medium tires.
Indiscutiblemente, Lewis Hamilton se sintió decepcionado con su actuación en el Gran Premio de Canadá, considerándolo una de las peores carreras de su carrera. Sin embargo, el campeón mundial siete veces estará ansioso por recuperarse inmediatamente y potencialmente luchar por la victoria en la próxima etapa de la temporada en Barcelona.
