Hamilton Takes Full Responsibility for Disappointing Belgian GP Performance
Top Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton admitted he was at fault for a crash during practice that severely impacted his ability to compete for the podium in the Belgian Grand Prix.
In the final moments of FP3, the seven-time world champion overstepped through Turn 13 and clipped the barrier with his rear-right wheel. This incident hampered his race strategy, leaving him struggling at Spa-Francorchamps.
"I took full responsibility for it,“ said Hamilton according to reporting by Autosport - F1.The crash occurred in the last moments of the final practice session on Saturday and forced Hamilton into a less-than-ideal starting position.
Crash During FP3
The accident happened when Hamilton carried too much speed through Turn 13, sending his car across the gravel. He explained to reporters after Saturday's session that he was carrying too much speed in the final moments and acknowledged it cost him valuable track time.
"I carried too much into turn 13 [in FP3] and clipped the barrier with my rear-right wheel,“ Hamilton said. "It obviously means I didn't get as many laps under my belt at that end of the circuit, which is not where you want to start a race from."The crash left Hamilton struggling on Sunday morning as he aimed for a better outcome.
Race Performance and Impact
On race day, Hamilton started ninth and struggled to make headway. He eventually finished 15th, faring worse than expected in the team that won the Belgian Grand Prix in each of the last two years.
"I had enough on board but didn't apply it enough for the first stint,“ stated the Mercedes driver, suggesting he could have raced higher up the field if not for his accident. "Today was never as straightforward as we wanted."Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to Hamilton during the Belgian Grand Prix?
Hamilton crashed during FP3 and struggled throughout the race, finishing 15th.
How did the crash affect his performance?
The incident meant fewer laps for Hamilton at the circuit's final turn, impacting his starting position negatively.