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Hamilton backs Russell after costly Singapore mistake
Lewis Hamilton praised George Russell’s performance in the Singapore Grand Prix, stating that he drove “phenomenally” despite the last-lap mistake. Hamilton believes that Russell’s mistake should not overshadow his strong driving throughout the weekend. Hamilton acknowledged that all drivers are susceptible to making errors, as he himself made a similar mistake in the same race last year. He expressed confidence in Russell’s growth and improvement as a driver, offering his assistance in the coming years. Hamilton also discussed the strategic decision to pit under the Virtual Safety Car, describing it as a gamble worth taking. He mentioned that while he would have stayed out if in Russell’s position, he enjoyed the challenge of hunting down the leaders. Ultimately, passing proved to be too difficult.
Source: Racer
