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Lewis Hamilton has often been uncomfortable behind the wheel of the current generation of F1 car, but does not want to alter his driving style.
Lewis Hamilton has been struggling with his one-lap pace this season and admits that he is “stubborn” when it comes to making changes. Despite being a seven-time world champion, he is currently trailing his Mercedes teammate George Russell in qualifying, which is his final season with the team before moving to Ferrari. Hamilton, known for his exceptional qualifying skills and holding the record for most career pole positions, has found it challenging to adapt to the new technical regulations introduced in 2022. While acknowledging the need to be adaptive in his driving style, Hamilton has been reluctant to alter his approach to suit Mercedes’ current cars. Despite these challenges, Hamilton has shown improvement in recent races, winning twice in the last three events. He emphasized the importance of being able to evolve and adapt as a driver, while maintaining the essence of what has made him successful in the past.