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Lewis Hamilton suspects Mercedes will fare better in this weekend’s Monaco Grand Prix than it has done in the previous seasons under this Formula 1 regulation set. Hamilton is a three-time winner in Monte Carlo, but he has not stood on the podium at the venue since 2019 amid Mercedes’ woes with the current ground […]
Hamilton, a three-time winner in Monte Carlo, has not reached the podium at the venue since 2019 due to Mercedes’ struggles with current ground effect cars. Despite hopes for a revised car concept, Mercedes has fallen to fourth in the championship. Recent updates have given the team a sense of direction, with boss Toto Wolff expressing optimism. Hamilton believes the W15 will perform better in Monaco compared to previous cars, as it is a work in progress.
Monaco is known for allowing drivers to compensate for car deficiencies. Hamilton emphasizes the importance of finding a good flow from practice and anticipates a better base for Mercedes this time. The team is still working on balancing high and low-speed cornering, with Hamilton acknowledging there are no guarantees for competitiveness. Despite past challenges, Hamilton is more confident in the W15’s progress and hopes for a stronger performance this weekend.
