Lewis Hamilton skips second pit stop at Singapore GP, raises trust concerns

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Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Lewis Hamilton skips second pit stop at Singapore GP, raises trust concerns
Summary

Lewis Hamilton's decision not to pit during the Singapore Grand Prix is under scrutiny, as it highlights potential trust issues with Ferrari's strategy. Hamilton was called in during a virtual safety car but opted to stay out, eventually finishing sixth after struggling on old tires. His teammate Charles Leclerc, who pitted, secured second place. Former strategist Bernie Collins speculated that Hamilton's choice indicates a lack of confidence in the team's calls, echoing sentiments from last week’s race in Malaysia. In contrast, Jenson Button defended Hamilton's decision as strategic, emphasizing a desire to overtake his teammate rather than follow team orders.

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  • •Hamilton skips a second pit stop during Singapore GP
  • •Finished sixth, while teammate Leclerc finished second
  • •Former strategist suggests trust issues with Ferrari's calls
  • •Button defends Hamilton's decision as a strategic move
  • •Hamilton's decision echoes previous race strategy concerns
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  • 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — Hamilton’s Singapore GP pit call shows 'lack of trust' with Ferrari
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Lewis Hamilton's decision not to pit for a second time at the Singapore Grand Prix shows that the seven-time world champion is 'not trusting' Ferrari's strategy decisions, according to former Aston Martin strategist Bernie Collins. The Ferrari driver was called in to pit during a virtual safety car period in Singapore, but unlike his teammate Charles Leclerc who pitted and finished second, Hamilton said he missed the pit entry and then decided against coming into the pits.

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