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Lewis Hamilton revealed that his bizarre power loss during the Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix was not due to the Ferrari engine.
During the Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton clarified that his power loss issue was not related to his Ferrari power unit, but rather a combination of factors affecting his performance. Despite facing a severe power loss in Suzuka, a timely safety car allowed Hamilton to secure a top-three position before dropping to sixth due to the issue.
Hamilton pointed out that Ferrari failed to comprehend the problem and why it only affected him and not his teammate, Charles Leclerc, who managed to finish third without any power issues. After a challenging weekend, Hamilton expressed determination to understand and address the power deficit.
In preparation for the Miami Grand Prix, Hamilton indicated that Ferrari had identified and resolved the underlying issues that hampered his performance in Japan. With the problem solved, Hamilton had a positive outlook for the upcoming races, acknowledging the team’s efforts to rectify the situation early in the season.
By resolving the power loss problem and focusing on the upcoming races, Hamilton’s team aimed to bounce back strongly, potentially challenging the dominant Mercedes team at the Miami GP.
