P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lewis Hamilton will commence this afternoon’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix from the pit lane as Mercedes has decided to fit his Formula 1 car with a brand-new power unit. Hamilton was all but guaranteed to exceed his maximum allocation on engine parts this term since he lost one unit in his pool with his retirement in […]
Hamilton is likely to exceed his maximum allocation on engine parts this term due to losing a unit in his pool following his retirement in Australia in April. In response, Mercedes has chosen to take on the penalty by making changes and suspension tweaks to Hamilton’s W15 outside of parc ferme regulations. Despite showing promise in practice, Hamilton qualified in seventh place, behind team-mate George Russell, citing minimal grip from the tyres as the main issue. Lando Norris will move up the grid, now starting in 15th place after being eliminated in Q1. Haas’ Oliver Bearman will benefit from his compatriot’s pit lane start, securing a top-10 starting position for his race debut. Hamilton’s success in the upcoming race will hinge on Mercedes’ top-speed advantage over the competition throughout the weekend.
