P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Hamilton complained about a broken seat during the Bahrain Grand Prix.
Mercedes trackside engineering director Andrew Shovlin clarified that Lewis Hamilton’s seat was not broken during the Bahrain Grand Prix, despite initial complaints over the team radio. The team investigated the issue and found that the seat was actually fine, without any evidence of damage or incorrect positioning. Shovlin explained that the seats are designed to be able to be lifted out if needed, and a slight movement by Hamilton could have caused a temporary discomfort but did not compromise safety. Ultimately, even if the seat appears to have moved slightly, the driver remains securely strapped in due to the seat belts. This subtle incident did not affect Hamilton’s safety during the race, and the Mercedes team ensured that all systems were functioning properly for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
