P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The seven-time F1 champion had made a superb start to the race in Austin
Lewis Hamilton’s disappointing United States Grand Prix weekend continued with his retirement in the early stages of the race. Despite being a fan favorite and historically performing well at this event, Hamilton encountered several setbacks leading to his early exit. Facing a suspension issue during the sprint, Hamilton found himself in sixth place, significantly behind race-winner Max Verstappen. Following an uncharacteristic error in qualifying, where he started 17th, Hamilton showed promise by climbing up to 12th before a spin forced him out of the race. The incident brought out a safety car period, allowing Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen to lead the pack. Opportunities to win F1 prizes were promoted during the event for YouTube subscribers.
