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Lewis Hamilton revealed he survived a possible late puncture towards the end of the F1 US GP, managing to just hold on to fourth place.
Lewis Hamilton narrowly avoided a potential late puncture at the end of the Formula 1 US Grand Prix, securing fourth place. Despite starting fifth, Ferrari’s driver achieved his joint-best result for the team.
However, Hamilton extended his record streak without a podium finish, surpassing all previous Ferrari drivers. A late issue with his SF-25 threatened his points, but he managed to fend off Oscar Piastri in the final moments.
During the race, Hamilton wrestled with unprecedented understeer, fearing a punctured tyre or damaged front wing. He successfully navigated the challenge and finished ahead of his teammate, Charles Leclerc.
After 19 races for Ferrari, Hamilton now holds the undesirable distinction of the longest podium absence for the team, surpassing Didier Pironi’s record. This achievement contrasts sharply with his numerous other successes in the sport.
