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Mercedes is adamant that claims Lewis Hamilton’s ongoing one-lap struggles in Formula 1 are down to him having unequal treatment are both “not true and not fair”. Although Hamilton has appeared in competitive shape in practice on several occasions this season, the speed has seemed to desert him when it has mattered most. The Briton […]
Despite showing strong performance in practice sessions this season, Lewis Hamilton has struggled to translate that speed into results during crucial moments. His uncharacteristic seventh place qualifying in Monaco raised eyebrows, as his teammate George Russell outperformed him. Mercedes Technical Director James Allison denied any intentional bias against Hamilton, emphasizing that the team provides identical equipment to both drivers. Allison attributed Hamilton’s qualifying struggles to his driving style not aligning well with the current tire compounds. However, he believes that the team’s recent improvements will lead to a more competitive intra-team battle in upcoming races. Ultimately, Allison expressed confidence in Hamilton’s abilities, acknowledging his historic success in qualifying but noting the challenges he faces with the current car setup and tires.
