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Lewis Hamilton replaced by Ferrari Le Mans winner at Mexican GP
Lewis Hamilton will skip FP1 in the Mexican Grand Prix to rest his aging body after the recent back-to-back F1 races.
Antonio Fuoco will replace Hamilton in the No. 44 car for the first practice session as part of Ferrari’s rookie driver practice session allocation.
Fuoco, a Ferrari World Endurance Championship driver, has previous F1 experience, having participated in testing sessions and development work for the Ferrari F1 team.
This marks Hamilton’s turn to sit out and observe, following Charles Leclerc’s earlier decision to let rookie drivers take his spot in Bahrain and Austria.
The Italian driver, Fuoco, will aim to make the most of the opportunity and is excited to hit the track for FP1 in Mexico.
His experience in endurance racing, alongside winning the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans, adds a valuable dimension to the Ferrari team for the weekend.
Fuoco’s participation in the Grand Prix weekend showcases the intricate driver dynamics and strategies employed by F1 teams throughout the season.
