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Lewis Hamilton’s main focus is ensuring Mercedes finish second in the constructors’ championship ahead of Ferrari, stating that beating Sergio Perez “isn’t going to make a big difference”.
Following his second-place finish at the Mexico City Grand Prix, Hamilton is now just 20 points behind Perez in the drivers’ championship. With only three rounds remaining, Perez is in serious danger of losing the runners-up position to Max Verstappen. Red Bull is hoping for a first and second finish in the standings and have expressed their desire for this to happen in F1 2023. During the press conference, Hamilton mentioned that the battle for second place is mostly dependent on Perez’s performance, as their car is capable of winning the championship. Hamilton also emphasized that although losing points in the last two races was disappointing, his main focus is on getting the team second place in the Constructors’ Championship. As for the drivers’ standings, it would be a bonus for him to finish second. Currently, Mercedes is 22 points ahead of Ferrari in the constructors’ championship.
Source: Crash
