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Lewis Hamilton has explained that the rain arriving was when he sensed it was the “moment to pounce” en route to claiming a win in the Formula 1 British Grand Prix. The seven-time F1 champion emerged victorious from a riveting mixed conditions encounter to bring an end to a win drought that had dated back […]
The seven-time F1 champion broke a winless streak dating back to December 2021 by triumphing in a thrilling race with mixed conditions at Silverstone. Hamilton strategically managed his tires in the initial stint with plans to run longer than his teammate, George Russell. However, the impending rain influenced Hamilton to change tactics and attack Russell to overtake him at Stowe on Lap 18. Despite both drivers running wide at Turn 1 and losing places to McLaren drivers, Hamilton executed a well-timed pit stop for slicks, securing an undercut and regaining the lead he maintained to the finish line ahead of Max Verstappen. Hamilton acknowledged the challenge of preserving Intermediate tires on a drying track and emphasized the importance of gaining track position, as McLaren seemed to have the faster car. Overall, Hamilton’s strategic and precise driving in challenging conditions ultimately led to his well-deserved victory at Silverstone.
