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Lewis Hamilton has dismissed the F1 Qatar GP as a “dull” and restrictive affair, saying several factors left drivers with little to race for.
Lewis Hamilton criticized the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix as uneventful and restrictive due to a lack of racing incentives for drivers. Ferrari’s slow pace and strategic issues left Hamilton frustrated, with a disappointing 12th place finish. The mandated 25-lap tyre limit in Qatar limited strategy options and hindered overtaking opportunities on the track. Hamilton raised concerns about the predictability of the race during the drivers’ briefing pre-race, emphasizing the need for improved overtaking possibilities and pit lane adjustments. Despite the thrilling nature of the track itself, Hamilton believed that changes are necessary to enhance the racing spectacle in future events.
