Hamilton overrode Ferrari strategy call in Singapore race
Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 23 Oct, 11:44 · Archive
Lewis Hamilton overrode Ferrari's instruction to pit during the Singapore Grand Prix, ultimately finishing sixth rather than securing a podium position. The decision came late in the race when the Ferrari pit wall requested he pit under the Virtual Safety Car, but Hamilton chose to stay out on worn tyres.
Hamilton said he took responsibility for the costly mistake. He explained that he was feeling unwell after the gruelling night race and initially made the decision through his choice of starting tyres, running mediums instead of the harder compound used by team-mate Charles Leclerc. Speaking at a press conference ahead of the United States Grand Prix, Hamilton said the experience was one to learn from, adding that such situations were rare for him.
While acknowledging the error and committing to work not to repeat it, Hamilton indicated he would continue to challenge strategic decisions rather than simply follow pit wall instructions. He said: 'That's not enough for me', suggesting his willingness to override calls remained part of his approach.
How it is being reported
- F1 news: Lewis Hamilton makes huge retirement decision as Max Verstappen calls for interventionFormula 1 legend Lewis Hamilton's latest update on his retirement plans has set tongues wagging ahead of this weekend's United States Grand PrixMirror Sport · 23 Oct, 11:21
- 'That's not enough for me' - Hamilton explains taking strategy into own handsLewis Hamilton has explained the reasons why he overrode Ferrari's call to pit in the Singapore Grand Prix, a mistake he says he "owned up to" and will work not to repeat - but which would not prevent him from continuing "challenging the norms".Sky Sports · 22 Oct, 22:12
- Hamilton gives insight into costly decision to override strategy call in SingaporeLewis Hamilton gives an insight into his costly decision to override Ferrari's strategy call.Sky Sports · 22 Oct, 21:12
In this story: Lewis Hamilton · Ferrari · Singapore · Charles Leclerc · Max Verstappen · United States Grand Prix
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