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Martin Brundle has assessed Lewis Hamilton’s “painful” team radio messages to Ferrari during the Miami Grand Prix – and a fundamental flaw still plaguing the Italian team.
Martin Brundle believes Lewis Hamilton’s frustrated remarks on the team radio highlight a significant issue at Ferrari, as they hesitated to switch him with Charles Leclerc at the Miami Grand Prix, causing Hamilton to lose valuable time on worn-out tires. Brundle noted that the delay in decision-making by Ferrari’s pit wall led to Hamilton’s emotional outbursts over the radio. He emphasized the importance of radio communication in providing insight into the drivers’ emotions and strategic considerations during a race. The scenario at Miami International Autodrome exposed Hamilton’s disappointment with Ferrari’s performance and strategic choices, showcasing his sarcasm and frustration over the team’s decisions. Despite Hamilton’s impressive catch-up drive, the delay in executing team orders reflected poorly on Ferrari’s management and impacted Hamilton’s race at the Grand Prix.
