# Ferrari Strategy Fails Hamilton

> Hamilton's Singapore F1 gamble backfires as Ferrari blames driver.
- Title: Ferrari Strategy Fails Hamilton · Motorsport | Shortify
- Summary: Hamilton's Singapore F1 gamble backfires as Ferrari blames driver. Hamilton lost three places due to poor strategy choice, taking full responsibility for the…
- Keywords: lewis hamilton, ferrari, formula 1, singapore gp, vsc, marina bay, charles leclerc, kimi antonelli, mclaren, sports, cars, Strategy
- Source: Motorsport — https://motorsport.com/f1/news/why-ferrari-caved-in-to-lewis-hamiltons-failed-singapore-f1-gamble/10864417
- Author: Ben Vinel
- Published: 2026-10-11T16:19:57+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: lewis hamilton, ferrari, formula 1, singapore gp, vsc, marina bay, charles leclerc, kimi antonelli, mclaren, sports, cars
## Hamilton's Singapore Strategy
Hamilton lost three places to a poor strategy he picked himself at Marina Bay.
## Hamilton's Pit Decision
Hamilton stayed out under the VSC for a 44-lap stint on soft tyres.
## Hamilton's Lap Performance
Hamilton haemorrhaged 2.5s a lap on average relative to Charles Leclerc.
## Hamilton's Race Outcome
Hamilton finished sixth behind Kimi Antonelli and the McLarens.
## Vasseur's Response
Vasseur said Hamilton's decision was 'clearly a mistake' but respected driver's feeling.

> Don't blame the team
## Hamilton's Apology
Hamilton described the setback as a 'painful lesson' and took full responsibility.

> A painful lesson today
## Key takeaway

Hamilton lost three places due to poor strategy choice, taking full responsibility for the error.