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Guenther Steiner feels with Lewis Hamilton knowing he’s moving to Ferrari in 2025, it is ‘easier to complain’ in his final few races for the Mercedes Formula 1 team.
During the Sao Paulo Grand Prix qualifying session, Hamilton was eliminated in Q1 and criticized the Mercedes W15, calling it “the worst car I’ve ever driven.” He struggled in the race, finishing 10th with limited pace and bouncing issues. Hamilton expressed his eagerness for the end of the 2024 season after a disappointing weekend in Brazil. Steiner, on The Red Flags Podcast, commented on Hamilton’s complaints, stating that the car is the fourth best and Lewis may be more vocal due to his impending departure. Recent reports suggest Hamilton is skipping Mercedes’ meetings for the rest of the season. Steiner joked about the idea of Hamilton stealing intellectual property, implying it may be more valuable as a lesson on what not to do. Despite any concerns, Steiner believes Hamilton’s absence from meetings won’t greatly impact him, as the driver’s experience and feedback are essential for car setup. Hamilton’s negative outlook contrasts with George’s positivity, as they both navigate the remaining races of the season. Mercedes’ inconsistency this season has been highlighted, with Wolff’s claims of understanding the team’s needs not translating to race results.
