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The seven-time World Champion finished top of the timesheets in second practice for the Bahrain Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton expressed his surprise at Mercedes’ performance in Bahrain and highlighted the improved feel of the new W15 as a positive sign for the upcoming race weekend. The seven-time World Champion led a Mercedes one-two in a promising FP2 session, setting the stage for a strong qualifying effort. Despite the encouraging start, Hamilton emphasized the need for the team to stay focused and continue working on improving their performance. Hamilton acknowledged the challenges faced during the day, such as changing track conditions and noted the team’s efforts in making progress throughout the sessions. While Hamilton praised the improvements on the new car and his improved comfort level, he also highlighted the importance of staying grounded and addressing areas where they need to catch up to competitors like Red Bull in terms of long-run pace.
