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Lewis Hamilton breaks unwanted Ferrari F1 record as podium drought goes on
Lewis Hamilton, a seven-time world champion, has gone longer without claiming a podium than any other Ferrari driver in F1 history.
Despite finishing fourth at the United States Grand Prix, Hamilton’s wait for a first grand prix podium with Ferrari continued.
His podium drought in Ferrari red now spans 19 races, surpassing Didier Peroni who scored his first top-three finish for the team 43 years ago.
Since his blockbuster transfer from Mercedes to Ferrari, Hamilton’s debut season has been challenging, with teammate Charles Leclerc outperforming him both in qualifying and races.
Currently sixth in the championship, Hamilton’s best finish for Ferrari has been fourth place, achieved at Imola, Austria, Silverstone, and Austin, with stronger results coming in sprint races.
