Hamilton Defends Radio Exchanges, Criticizes Verstappen Comparisons

Lewis Hamilton defended his radio exchanges with new Ferrari race engineer Riccardo Adami during his disappointing debut at the Australian Grand Prix, where he finished 10th. Hamilton criticized media reactions, suggesting they exaggerated the situation and highlighted that his communication was polite, contrasting it with the more aggressive style of his rival Max Verstappen. He emphasized that both he and Adami are still getting to know each other, and there are no issues between them. Hamilton noted that while they struggled with performance and strategy during the race, he remains motivated and optimistic moving forward. He expressed frustration over perceived double standards in media coverage of radio communications, pointing out that Verstappen's more intense exchanges often go unnoticed. Overall, Hamilton aims to take a more active role in the team's setup for the upcoming Chinese Grand Prix.