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Lewis Hamilton has set a new unwanted F1 record, and make a request of Ferrari following the British Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton acknowledges the need to improve the balance of his Ferrari in order to unleash its performance potential, following a disappointing performance at the British Grand Prix where he set a new unwanted F1 record. Despite starting from fifth on the grid, Hamilton put up a strong showing in the rain-affected race at Silverstone, finishing in fifth position. However, he was unable to overtake Nico Hulkenberg’s Aston Martin despite being faster, as Hulkenberg made a later switch to slick tires. This race marked Hamilton’s 14th consecutive Grand Prix without a podium finish, the longest such streak in his career since 2024. Additionally, Hamilton lost his record of most consecutive podium finishes at a single circuit, having previously achieved 11 podiums in a row at Silverstone. Reflecting on his race performance, Hamilton emphasized the importance of achieving a consistent and stable balance in the car to unlock its full potential, citing the challenges he faced in low-speed corners and his struggles with mistakes during the race.
