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Hamilton: Mercedes has to "level up" to beat Verstappen and Red Bull in F1
Red Bull has been dominant in the 2023 season, with Verstappen winning 10 consecutive races. Hamilton praised Verstappen and Red Bull’s technical officer for their exceptional performance. The remaining races pose challenges with street circuits, rain, and sprint weekends, which could disrupt Verstappen’s winning streak. Despite this, Hamilton wants Mercedes to focus on their own performance and improve. He remains hopeful for the upcoming races but acknowledged the need to be prepared for any opportunities that may arise. Hamilton is unsure of Mercedes’ competitiveness in Singapore and hopes for progress since last year. The replacement of corners with a new straight may make the track easier but Hamilton doesn’t believe it will give any team a significant advantage. He acknowledges that this track has not been favorable to Mercedes in the past but hopes for a better performance.
Source: motorsport
