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Hamilton’s clever trick to avoid FIA penalty
Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari strategically managed a tough situation at the Brazilian Grand Prix to prevent it from affecting Hamilton’s end of season plans. Despite running last with a damaged car, Hamilton delayed returning to the pits until lap 40 to ensure he served a five-second time penalty for a collision earlier in the race. The team wanted to avoid this penalty converting into a grid drop for the upcoming Las Vegas GP. Hamilton’s debut season at Ferrari has been challenging, with no podium finishes yet, but he aims to break this streak in the final three races. Despite setbacks, Hamilton looks forward to a more competitive 2026 season under revamped F1 regulations where Ferrari could be stronger.
