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Hamilton hopeful for Mercedes podium hunt
Lewis Hamilton is hoping that Mercedes can repeat their strong performance from last year’s Singapore Grand Prix and compete for a podium finish. The high downforce Marina Bay Street Circuit suited Mercedes well last year, despite their struggles with the W13 car, and they are hoping the same will be true for this year’s W14. However, poor execution on race day prevented them from achieving a strong result. Hamilton has not been on the podium since the British GP and is currently in a tight battle with Fernando Alonso and Sergio Perez for second place in the Drivers’ Championship. Red Bull could secure the Constructors’ Championship if they outscore Mercedes by 43 points, but Hamilton is determined to put up a fight. The circuit has undergone changes this year due to the construction of a new outdoor venue, with certain turns being removed and replaced. Hamilton believes that there won’t be a particular advantage on the new straight and acknowledges that this track has not been a strong one for Mercedes in the past. However, he remains optimistic, citing last year’s unexpectedly quick performance as a reason for hope.
Source: RacingNews 365
