P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Hamilton thought Mercedes could get 1-2 after late pit stop
Hamilton finished the race in third place after his teammate Russell crashed on the final lap, giving him the podium position. Mercedes made a pit stop during the Virtual Safety Car period to remove Ocon’s stranded car but couldn’t overtake Norris to challenge Sainz for the win. Hamilton acknowledged his poor qualifying performance and acknowledged the team’s strategy and pit stop work but felt they missed a chance for a 1-2 finish. Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff expressed frustration at losing points to Ferrari in the Constructors’ Championship and admitted they had no chance of winning unless they took a risk during the Virtual Safety Car period.
Source: Motorsport Week
