Lewis Hamilton Life Saved by Halo in US Grand Prix Sprint Collision

During the United States Grand Prix Sprint race, Lewis Hamilton's life was potentially saved by the Halo safety device on his Ferrari when debris from a multi-car collision at Turn 1 was deflected away from his helmet. The crash involved Oscar Piastri, Nico Hulkenberg, Fernando Alonso, and Lando Norris, resulting in car parts flying dangerously close to Hamilton. Onboard footage showed a large piece of carbon fiber striking the Halo, preventing serious injury. Hamilton acknowledged the close call, stating he was lucky to avoid disaster and noted that despite the incident, he finished well, starting fifth for the main race and aiming for a podium finish. The Halo, introduced in 2018 and made of titanium, has proven its importance by protecting drivers in various incidents, underlining significant safety advancements in Formula 1. Hamilton's performance in the sprint and race reflects a marked improvement this season for Ferrari, with teammate Charles Leclerc also competing strongly.