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Hamilton blames strategy call for Singapore GP sixth place
Hamilton admits poor Singapore GP strategy cost him sixth place.
In brief
Hamilton admits poor Singapore GP strategy cost him sixth place. Hamilton took blame for Singapore GP strategy call that dropped him to sixth place. Originally reported by Autosport.
Hamilton takes blame for Singapore GP strategy
Hamilton admitted his strategy call cost him sixth place at Singapore Grand Prix.
“Sorry, boys, I let you down today with that strategy. My call, and I lost us valuable points.”
VSC triggered by Lance Stroll's clutch issue
Race control called virtual safety car on lap 39 after Lance Stroll pulled aside due to suspected clutch problem.
Hamilton's 44-lap stint led to sixth place
Hamilton stayed out for 44 laps on softs while Leclerc made a second pitstop under VSC.
Hamilton 41.5 seconds behind Leclerc
Hamilton was 41.5 seconds behind Leclerc when the chequered flag was shown.
Hamilton skipped media commitments
Hamilton was taken to medical center due to feeling unwell and skipped post-race media duties.
Here's the gist
Hamilton took blame for Singapore GP strategy call that dropped him to sixth place.
