Lewis Hamilton remains open to the possibility of charging through the field from 20th on the grid at the Brazilian Grand Prix. When asked if such a recovery drive was achievable, Hamilton answered affirmatively.
Challenging Conditions and Engine Testing
The Mercedes driver acknowledged that the weather conditions would present a major challenge, though he expressed enthusiasm for competing in the rain. Hamilton explained that he treated the qualifying session primarily as a testing opportunity to verify that the power unit was functioning properly and that the vehicle handling felt satisfactory, leaving him confident for race day.
Leclerc Aims for the Podium Despite Penalty
Meanwhile, Charles Leclerc advanced to the final segment of qualifying and secured the fourth-fastest time. That result will transform into a 14th-place start on the grid once his respective engine penalty is enforced.
After stating that he gained a significant amount of knowledge during the wet track sessions, the Ferrari driver expressed optimism about carving his way through the pack to secure a podium finish. Leclerc noted that the team was fully aware of the consequences when accepting an engine penalty at the venue, knowing that unpredictable weather conditions would keep all outcomes possible. He added that retaining unpredictable weather for race day offers a promising chance to fight back toward the podium positions.
