P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Has Mercedes given Lewis Hamilton a chance on Sunday with this change?
Lewis Hamilton is hopeful that the changes made by Mercedes before qualifying will benefit him in the Belgian Grand Prix, despite struggling during Friday’s practice sessions. The team had to remove a new floor that didn’t perform well, opting for a previous specification instead. In wet conditions for qualifying, Hamilton excelled and secured the third spot on the grid. His teammate, Max Verstappen, set the fastest time but will start 11th due to a penalty. Hamilton aims for a top-three finish in dry race conditions, while being mindful of strong competitors like the McLarens and Verstappen making his way up the grid. Hamilton is aware of the challenges ahead but hopeful that the overnight changes will put him in a better position for the race.
