Lewis Hamilton…. update Finally ANNOUNCED with Mercedes statement. Read More
After the physically taxing Singapore Grand Prix, Mercedes has provided an update on Lewis Hamilton’s health following a tough weekend for the seven-time Formula 1 world champion. Despite starting the race in a promising third position, Hamilton only managed to finish sixth, largely due to a questionable strategy from his team.
Hamilton’s race began with high hopes, as he started on soft tyres to gain an early advantage over Max Verstappen, who started second. However, this strategy ultimately proved ineffective. As the race progressed, Hamilton lost positions, with Mercedes teammate George Russell finishing ahead of him. The result left the 39-year-old visibly frustrated, as the team’s decisions seemed to benefit Russell, creating tensions within the team.
Adding to the disappointment, Hamilton struggled to cope with the extreme heat and humidity that night in Singapore. With temperatures soaring above 30 degrees Celsius and 70 percent humidity, the race took a heavy toll on the drivers. Both Hamilton and Russell were noticeably drained by the end of the race and opted out of their usual post-race media duties. Mercedes later confirmed that neither driver would be available for interviews, leaving fans concerned about their condition.
In response to these concerns, Mercedes’ technical director, James Allison, has provided an update on the drivers’ well-being, reassuring fans that they have recovered from the ordeal. Speaking in the team’s race debrief, Allison shed light on the challenges both drivers faced during the race, particularly with the car’s performance on softer tyres in extreme conditions.
“We struggled again with an issue that has plagued us before,” Allison explained. “On tracks where tyre temperature is crucial, especially on softer compounds, it’s easy to overheat, and that impacts our competitiveness. Singapore is one of the most extreme cases of this, and it made the race very difficult for both drivers to manage.”
On top of the performance issues, the brutal heat in Singapore added to the drivers’ difficulties. “To make matters worse, the 30-degree air temperature and 70 percent humidity made it incredibly hot inside the cars. By the end of the race, both Lewis and George were feeling the effects,” Allison said.
Fortunately, both drivers have since bounced back. “They feel a lot better now,” Allison continued. “A cold ice bath and a few drinks helped them recover pretty quickly. But the sting of the car’s performance is something that will last a little longer.”
This statement brings relief to fans who were concerned about Hamilton and Russell after the race. The Singapore Grand Prix is notorious for its challenging conditions, and it’s clear that the combination of strategy missteps and extreme heat made this race particularly grueling for Mercedes.
As Mercedes reflects on the weekend, it’s evident that tyre management remains a significant issue for the team. Allison acknowledged that their struggles with overheating tyres were a major factor in their lack of pace in Singapore. Going forward, Mercedes will need to address these issues, especially with races still to come in similar climates.
While Hamilton’s health is no longer a concern, his frustrations with the team’s performance and strategy decisions continue to linger. The focus now shifts to how Mercedes will respond and adapt in future races, with both Hamilton and Russell hoping for a much better result as the season progresses.
