# Hamilton blames strategy call for Singapore GP sixth place

> Hamilton admits poor Singapore GP strategy cost him sixth place.
- Title: Hamilton blames strategy call for Singapore GP sixth place
- Summary: Hamilton admits poor Singapore GP strategy cost him sixth place. Hamilton took blame for Singapore GP strategy call that dropped him to sixth place.
- Keywords: lewis hamilton, ferrari, singapore gp, formula 1, strategy call, marina bay, sports, cars, Hamilton, blames, strategy, call
- Source: Autosport — https://autosport.com/f1/news/lewis-hamilton-takes-blame-for-poor-singapore-gp-strategy/10864343
- Author: Ben Vinel
- Published: 2026-10-11T14:24:02+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: lewis hamilton, ferrari, singapore gp, formula 1, strategy call, marina bay, sports, cars
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Hamilton took blame for Singapore GP strategy call that dropped him to sixth place.