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Hamilton "least confident" ever with Mercedes W15 F1 car in Australia
Lewis Hamilton expressed disappointment with the performance of his car in FP2, feeling the least confident he has ever felt with it. Despite positive feelings during FP1, the car’s setup adjustments during the day made the situation worse. His team-mate, George Russell, had a better day, finishing third in FP1 and sixth in FP2, stating they are still trying to understand the car and make improvements. Russell acknowledged that they are pushing the limits, with small problems here and there, but remaining under control. Despite setbacks, both drivers are hopeful for a better showing in the upcoming sessions after working on the car’s performance overnight.