P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lewis Hamilton said his Mercedes W15 Formula 1 car felt like the “worst that I’ve ever driven,” following a Q1 exit in qualifying for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
During Sunday morning’s qualifying session, Williams’ Franco Colapinto hit the barriers at Turn 3, causing a red flag and trouble for Mercedes, with Hamilton and Russell facing elimination. While Russell advanced to safety, Hamilton found himself in 16th place, frustrated with the car’s undriveability and expressing doubts for the race. Despite Hamilton’s struggles, Russell and Lando Norris secured the front row, highlighting the challenging conditions of the session. Russell, from a near-elimination to the front row, praised his performance and ability to adapt in swiftly changing circumstances. With less to lose in the title race, Russell hinted at taking more risks in the upcoming race.
