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Lewis Hamilton has expanded on what he learned from trailing Max Verstappen’s Red Bull at stages of the United States
Mercedes made improvements to their car in Austin, such as an upgraded floor, which allowed Hamilton to stay close to Verstappen during the Sprint. Hamilton acknowledged that Verstappen’s car, which has been dominant this season, excels in high-speed corners. He also noticed that Red Bull’s car is easier to drive and manages tire degradation better than his own Mercedes. Hamilton believes that Mercedes is only on par with Red Bull in low-speed corners. He praised Red Bull’s stability and tire management, noting that Verstappen gets out of the car without breaking a sweat. Despite Mercedes’ recent strong performances, Hamilton admits that major changes are needed for next year to catch up with Red Bull. He predicts that Verstappen will likely reach 18-19 wins this season.
Forrás: Motorsport Week
