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Hamilton admits set-up change spoiled car balance
Hamilton says last-minute car adjustment ruined qualifying performance in Singapore.
In brief
Hamilton says last-minute car adjustment ruined qualifying performance in Singapore. Hamilton admitted a minor front wing adjustment during qualifying disrupted his car balance, costing him pole position in Singapore. Originally reported by RaceFans.
Qualifying performance
Hamilton struggled in final qualifying session after minor front wing adjustment.
“It’s just balance”
Car balance issue
Hamilton said car felt good in first two qualifying sessions but lost balance after minor front wing adjustment.
“The car felt amazing in Q1 and Q2”
Qualifying impact
Hamilton admitted one small front wing adjustment tipped car balance, ruining Q3 performance.
“It was only like one hole [of front wing angle] or something like that”
Next race strategy
Hamilton aims to work with Leclerc to attack Red Bull in dry conditions after sprint race.
“I think tomorrow is [supposed to be] dry”
In short
Hamilton admitted a minor front wing adjustment during qualifying disrupted his car balance, costing him pole position in Singapore.
