P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Mercedes Formula 1 boss Toto Wolff has insisted both drivers are receiving equal treatment amid a claim from Lewis Hamilton that could have suggested otherwise. Hamilton had been within the top three positions in all three practice sessions at the Monaco Grand Prix, but he qualified two spots behind team-mate George Russell. The seven-time champion […]
Hamilton qualified two spots behind team-mate George Russell in the Monaco Grand Prix despite consistently being in the top three in practice sessions. Hamilton expressed that he anticipates continuing to trail behind Russell in qualifying sessions. He acknowledged the expected gap in performance, stating, “I already know automatically that I’m going to lose two-tenths going into qualifying.” The news of Hamilton moving to Ferrari in 2025 raised questions about potential tensions within the Mercedes team. Team principal Toto Wolff assured that Mercedes maintains fairness and transparency in providing equal opportunities for both drivers. Wolff emphasized the team’s commitment to ensuring Hamilton’s final season with Mercedes concludes on a positive note despite any perceived strains in their partnership.
