Lewis Hamilton Labels Canadian Grand Prix Performance as “One of the Worst Races I’ve Driven” in Formula 1
In a candid assessment of his performance at the Canadian Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton claimed that his fourth-place finish was marred by mistakes, labeling it “one of the worst races I’ve driven” in Formula 1. Despite securing his best result of the 2024 season, Hamilton was far from pleased with his overall display.
The Mercedes driver’s weekend was compromised from the outset, with a seventh-place start limiting his opportunities. Hamilton found himself stuck behind Fernando Alonso’s Aston Martin in the early stages, but a strategic pit stop under the Safety Car allowed him to bypass the Spaniard. He then capitalized on a late-race incident involving George Russell and Oscar Piastri at the final chicane to move up the order.
“I’m not really much different. It was just a really poor performance from myself… Yesterday, some other things came into it, but mostly myself, and then today, just one of the worst races that I’ve driven.”
However, Russell’s superior grip on his Medium compound tires enabled him to reel Hamilton in and execute a daring overtake at Turn 14, securing a maiden podium for Mercedes this season. Following the race, Hamilton was asked if he felt more upbeat about his result, to which he responded:
Hamilton cited his low starting position as a key factor in his inability to challenge for the win, stating:
“I think this weekend the car was capable of winning. That’s why it’s not such a great feeling, but we’ll take the points and keep moving, keep trying.”
The seven-time Formula 1 World Champion took some solace in the improved competitiveness of his Mercedes team, which saw Russell start the race from pole position.
“On the positive note, big, big thank you to everyone back at the factory for progressing this car, because it is becoming a car we can fight with. That’s a real positive going into this next part of the season. I know we’ll have hopefully some more upgrades coming along the way, so it’s going to be a close battle, and if I get my head on right, I’ll get better results at some stage.”
Hamilton’s fourth-place finish in Montreal sees him still chasing his first win of the 2024 season. The Formula 1 calendar now shifts its focus to the next race, with Hamilton hoping to put his mistakes behind him and build on the renewed competitiveness of his Mercedes team.
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