Hamilton questions Ferrari's performance after Austrian Grand Prix finish
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 5:45 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
MotorsportsLewis Hamilton expressed confusion over Ferrari's struggles during the Austrian Grand Prix, where he finished fifth. Initially starting third, Hamilton managed to battle towards the front but faced significant tire degradation and power issues. His pit strategy adjusted to a three-stop due to high temperature conditions, ultimately falling behind rivals. Hamilton remains optimistic about Ferrari's overall season performance, following his earlier victory in Barcelona and other podium finishes.
- •Hamilton finished fifth in the Austrian Grand Prix.
- •He started third behind Charles Leclerc and George Russell.
- •Struggled with tire degradation and power issues during the race.
- •Opted for a three-stop strategy due to high temperatures.
- •Hamilton won in Barcelona earlier this season.
"Lewis Hamilton admits "I don't know why we were so slow today" after the Ferrari driver could only finish fifth in Sunday's Austrian Grand Prix.
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