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The seven-time champion was buoyed by the pace Mercedes showed in Canadian Grand Prix Friday practice.
Lewis Hamilton is optimistic about Mercedes’ performance at the Canadian Grand Prix, considering their strong performance despite mixed track conditions.
The changing weather conditions at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve posed challenges for drivers and teams, with lap times not being the key focus during practice sessions.
Although Hamilton’s lap times weren’t at the top of the leaderboard, he felt confident in the responsiveness of his car, viewing it as a solid foundation for the rest of the weekend.
Having won the Canadian GP seven times before, Hamilton expressed his enjoyment on the track and his satisfaction with the team’s performance throughout the day.
Looking ahead to qualifying, Hamilton remains cautious about Mercedes’ position in the standings but is overall pleased with their progress on the challenging circuit.
