Lewis Hamilton Qualifies Sixth at Qatar Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton remains confident in his abilities despite struggling to match teammate George Russell's speed during qualifying for the Qatar Grand Prix, where he qualified sixth, nearly half a second slower than Russell. The seven-time world champion, who will turn 40 next year and transition to Ferrari, acknowledged feeling 'slow' throughout the season, with a notable 18-5 deficit in qualifying sessions against Russell. Hamilton stated, 'I know I've still got it,' attributing his performance issues to car limitations rather than a decline in his skills. He expressed eagerness for the season's conclusion on December 8, highlighting his upcoming switch to Ferrari. Hamilton's comments have sparked speculation about his future, but he insists that his competitive spirit remains intact. He also noted that it's been a challenging year, unable to identify the reasons for his slower pace compared to his teammate.