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Mercedes have delivered a thorough explanation of how the error occurred that resulted in Lewis Hamilton’s disqualification from the F1 United States Grand Prix.
Hamilton’s performance in Texas was impressive, but he lost out on a podium finish due to the excessively worn-out plank beneath his car. According to Mercedes technical director James Allison, the skid blocks inserted into the plank material must maintain a minimum thickness of 9mm by the end of the race. Unfortunately, Hamilton’s car fell below this limit, resulting in disqualification. Mercedes had introduced a major floor upgrade for the race, which seemed to work well until this setback, raising questions about its effectiveness. Allison, however, expressed confidence in the upgrade and attributed the disqualification to factors such as the bumpy track and the complexities of the sprint format. He admitted that the mistake could have been avoided by setting the car higher and allowing for more margin on the bumpy track. The next race, the Mexico City Grand Prix, is set to take place this weekend.
Source: Crash
