P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lewis Hamilton failed to reach the final part of qualifying at the Australian Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton struggled with changing wind conditions at Albert Park during qualifying for the Australian Grand Prix, leading to his Mercedes feeling unbalanced on a “knife-edge.” Despite his past success in Melbourne, he could only manage ninth place in Q2, with other drivers improving at the end of the session. Hamilton expressed disappointment with the car’s performance due to the challenging conditions. Starting 11th on the grid for the race, Hamilton remained cautious about his prospects, acknowledging the competitiveness of other teams. Mercedes hoped for improvements with their new W15 car, aiming for more consistency and competitiveness. Hamilton emphasized the need to work on the car’s setup to find better performance and remain competitive throughout the season.
