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Lewis Hamilton ‘devastated’ after Ferrari home heartbreak
Lewis Hamilton expressed feeling “devastated” after Ferrari’s disappointing performance during qualifying for the Imola Grand Prix last weekend. Despite minor upgrades, both Ferraris failed to make it into Q3, with Hamilton qualifying in 12th place behind his team-mate Charles Leclerc in 11th. This marked Hamilton’s first race weekend in front of an Italian crowd with Ferrari, leading to mixed emotions as he struggled to find the desired pace in the car.
Hamilton mentioned feeling gutted about the team’s efforts in Italy and expressed disappointment at the lack of grip during qualifying, resulting in a bittersweet experience. Ferrari’s struggles continued in Imola, with Leclerc stating they are “nowhere at the moment.” The team faces challenges as mid-range competitors like Williams and Aston Martin outpaced them on the grid, leading to further setbacks in the championship battle. Despite the setbacks, Hamilton and the Ferrari team continue to work on improving their performance for future races.
