P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lewis Hamilton is still optimistic about Ferrari’s chances at this weekend’s United States Grand Prix
Lewis Hamilton reassured fans on social media that he remains “feeling optimistic” despite a disappointing session for Ferrari at the United States Grand Prix.
Hamilton will start the Saturday sprint race from eighth on the grid, nearly 0.9s off Max Verstappen’s pace.
Charles Leclerc struggled for pace, finishing 10th in sprint qualifying, approximately 1.0s off Verstappen’s time.
Despite Hamilton’s strong practice performance, Ferrari’s pace waned during qualifying, needing last-ditch efforts to make it to SQ3.
Max Verstappen secured pole for the sprint race, with Nico Hulkenberg impressing in fourth place.
Hamilton, confident in his abilities at Circuit of the Americas, looks forward to a strong weekend despite his grid position.
