Lewis Hamilton has told fans he is devastated by the outcome of his Brazilian Grand Prix, which began with an impressive charge from the back of the grid and finished with a spin in the closing laps. The Ferrari driver shared his thoughts on Instagram on Monday after finishing ninth at Interlagos on Sunday.
Race Charge and Difficult Conditions
Hamilton had to start from 20th on the grid after an engine penalty, but climbed 11 places in the early running on intermediate tyres before his rears began to fade. He pushed the Maranello outfit to change to slicks and was the first driver to make the switch.
The race turned when the rain returned on lap 62. The Briton stayed out for one more lap on slicks and spun just before reaching the pits, eventually finishing ninth and a lap down in his 400th grand prix.
Devastated by yesterday’s race, especially with how it ended, the seven-time champion posted on social media that it started so well, but they struggled with the tyres and massive oversteer. In those conditions, it made things incredibly difficult, and while he pushed as hard as he could, they just did not have the pace over the weekend.
Gratitude and Next Steps
The veteran driver stated that they will work to understand why and come back fighting at the next race. He noted that the team worked so hard on the car all weekend and expressed gratitude for every bit of that effort, admitting that ultimately, this is not the race they wanted to deliver, especially to the crowd.
Addressing the local supporters, Hamilton expressed his appreciation for the energy and support, noting that the venue holds a special place in his heart and he sends that love right back. He also congratulated Mercedes for winning the constructors’ championship and for their incredible year overall, calling it truly deserved.
Hamilton added a message to his and Ferrari’s supporters, explaining that he does not take their backing for granted. To everyone supporting them, he thanked them for sticking with them through the difficult days as well as the good ones, adding that he feels that support and does not take it for granted. Hamilton currently sits fourth in the drivers’ standings with three rounds remaining in the season.
