Hamilton Defends Strategy After Singapore GP

Lewis Hamilton expressed frustration with Mercedes' race strategy after finishing sixth at the Singapore Grand Prix, having started from third on soft tires, a decision that backfired and forced an early pit stop. Despite venting his frustrations during the race and subsequent events, Hamilton later clarified on social media that he ultimately agreed with the team's strategy, although it miscalculated the performance of the soft tires compared to competitors who started on mediums. He emphasized that his relationship with Mercedes remains strong, stating, 'things are cool with the team' and acknowledging that ups and downs are part of any successful partnership. Mercedes' Technical Director James Allison admitted the strategy was a 'clear mistake.' Hamilton's remarks come as he prepares to leave Mercedes for Ferrari at the end of the season, with just six races remaining. He assured fans that their partnership will continue to thrive through challenging moments as they focus on upcoming races.