P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Ferrari were left “completely blind” at Silverstone after Lewis Hamilton’s car suffered a GPS problem.
During the British Grand Prix, Ferrari lost GPS on Lewis Hamilton’s car, rendering them “completely blind” in tracking his position on the track, which had significant consequences for the race.
Despite his incredible Silverstone podium streak, seven-time world champion Hamilton had to settle for fourth place behind Sauber’s Nico Hulkenberg, who secured his first F1 rostrum.
Hamilton’s decision to switch to slicks on Lap 41 led to crucial time loss as he went straight at Turns 3 and 4, allowing Hulkenberg to pit a lap later and maintain his lead over Hamilton.
Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur explained that Hamilton’s transponder issue was a key factor in their strategic miscalculations during the race.
Ferrari struggled with their high-downforce setup in the wet conditions, making the SF-25 challenging to drive, with both drivers facing difficulties in performance and handling.
Vasseur noted that Ferrari’s struggles were due to their inability to overtake efficiently in dirty air, leading to increased tire wear and strategic dilemmas throughout the race, overshadowing their pace compared to other teams.
