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Hamilton teases race win hopes after excellent Mexican GP qualifying
During qualifying at the Mexican GP, the Lewis Hamilton of old returned as he achieved an excellent result for Ferrari, marking a significant improvement in their rollercoaster season.
After suffering Q2 exits and midfield finishes earlier in the season, Ferrari and Hamilton slowly rose again, with Hamilton narrowly missing his first podium at the US GP.
At the Mexican GP, Ferrari continued their success with Leclerc qualifying in second and Hamilton in third, only one tenth behind his teammate.
Hamilton’s strong performance all weekend left him speechless as he joined the top three in the post-qualifying interview, receiving adoration from the crowd.
Despite the challenges, Hamilton remains hopeful for Sunday’s race and has been actively working behind the scenes to steer Ferrari in the right direction.
The champion’s infectious optimism was evident as he hinted at attempting to take the lead at the start of the race, showcasing the improved teamwork and processes within the Ferrari team.
