P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lewis Hamilton has struggled behind the wheel of his Mercedes car in Australia and endured a difficult qualifying session around the Albert Park Circuit.
George Russell denied facing similar difficulties as Lewis Hamilton in the Mercedes W15 during the Australian Grand Prix. While Hamilton struggled during practice and qualifying, Russell remained confident in his car’s performance. Russell emphasized that while Hamilton faced challenges, he felt content with his car’s handling despite lacking overall performance. The drivers anticipate tire degradation to be a major factor in the race’s outcome, especially with the softer tire range brought by Pirelli this year. Russell highlighted the unpredictable nature of using the Hard tire during the race, expecting more excitement due to the unknown factors. He emphasized the importance of the Hard tire’s performance and potential impact on the race results.
