P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Following a difficult Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi, Lewis Hamilton is confident that Red Bull will enjoy a similarly dominant campaign next year.
Lewis Hamilton believes that Red Bull will continue to have a significant advantage over the rest of the Formula 1 field next season, following their dominant performance this year. Red Bull secured their 21st victory of the year at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, with Max Verstappen winning his 19th race. This season has been one of Red Bull’s most dominant in F1 history, as they easily clinched the double championship. Hamilton had a challenging end to the season, finishing in ninth place in Las Vegas and Abu Dhabi. He expressed disappointment with his results and noted that Red Bull’s success was likely to continue into the next season. Despite his own difficulties, Mercedes held onto second place in the Constructors’ Championship, thanks in part to George Russell’s second podium finish of the season. Hamilton finished in third place in the standings, marking his worst performance in years.
