P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The Mercedes driver took a strong second in the sprint and recovered to ninth from 18th in the race.
Lewis Hamilton recently shared how leading the Chinese Grand Prix sprint race gave him a much-needed “confidence boost,” as it was his first time leading any laps in this format. Despite a challenging start to his final season with Mercedes, including several disappointing finishes and a DNF in Australia, Hamilton managed to secure a second-place finish in the China sprint race, earning seven crucial points. This result was a significant improvement for Hamilton, who has been facing a difficult period with Mercedes, highlighted by a lack of podium finishes in recent races. Leading the race in China reminded Hamilton of his love for competition and the thrill of fighting for the lead, even though he eventually conceded the position to Max Verstappen. Hamilton acknowledged the need for hard work to regain consistency in his performances and expressed his determination to return to a more competitive position.
