Hamilton on the front row in Baku: “It’s an unexpected result for us”

Out of the top 10 during free practice 2, Hamilton was able to reverse the trend and will start from the front row tomorrow alongside Charles Leclerc.

Published on 05/06/2021 à 16:54

Quentin DUBOIS

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Hamilton on the front row in Baku: “It’s an unexpected result for us”

Hamilton will start ahead of his championship rival / © Photo Xavi Bonilla / DPPI

In difficulty throughout the weekend, Hamilton was able to reverse the trend this Saturday to set the second time, two tenths behind Leclerc. A small miracle according to the English pilot: “It’s an unexpected result for us. We struggled so much all weekend and I think it showed. We worked hard to change things in terms of settings which ultimately made the difference.”

Hamilton insists: finding the perfect setting was particularly complex: “It was so difficult to find the set up that suited us 100%. And in the end, being able to fight in front with them is a fantastic feeling.”

Quite critical of his team during the Monaco Grand Prix, Hamilton is happier today in Baku, praising the merits of Mercedes : “The circuit was not favorable to us and we had to fight to find the perfect compromise. I'm glad I found it, Bottas was not so lucky and finished 10th so it could have been a disaster. I’m very happy with the team today.”

 

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