Hamilton: “A perfect package”

Lewis Hamilton, comfortable in Abu Dhabi since the start of the weekend, was uncompromising during the qualifying session. But, if he was far ahead of his rivals, the pilot McLaren knows that he owes a lot to his car. " The car is fantastic, it is perfect on this circuit, confides the Briton. This track is incredible and it?s a pleasure to drive here. With a good car here, driving becomes very pleasant. »

In addition, Lewis Hamilton thinks he could have attacked more frankly and had a better qualifying lap in Q3. “ My pole lap was not too aggressive. I was consistent then I felt better lap after lap. » But, despite his margin for improvement, the world champion was able to set the best times in Q1, Q2 and Q3.

Struggling at the start of the season, Lewis Hamilton had a very good second half of the year, so much so that the McLaren driver could have defended his title if his car had not gotten off to such a bad start. The Briton recognizes that at present, his car is one of the best in the field. “ The SREC and engine have been fantastic all season and today is no exception. But it's the chassis that has been greatly improved and this weekend we managed to find the perfect package. »

Beyond the progress this season, Lewis Hamilton knows that the 2010 season is shaping up well, thanks to all the work done since the start of the year. “ This is encouraging for next season. Winning tomorrow would be an ideal way to end the season and increase our anticipation for next season. »