Lewis Hamilton: “Strategy will play an important role”

Lewis Hamilton came close to spoiling the party of thousands of supporters of Max Verstappen. Only 38 thousandths behind his rival, the Briton is still happy with his qualification: “ I really gave it my all, but Max did a fantastic ride. The car was good and the circuit is incredible in qualifying ». 

The seven-time world champion has already turned his attention to this Sunday's race: “ It's going to be difficult to overtake on this circuit, so strategy will play an important role. We have two cars in front, we are both going to give our maximum on the track ».

Toto wolff intends to play on the numerical advantage of Mercedes facing Verstappen: “ There are one or two stop strategies for racing. We have two drivers in front so it allows us to try different strategies and see what happens in the end ». 

The start promises to be very hot, since it seems to be the best time to overtake. So, will Lewis Hamilton be in the lead at the first corner? Response at 15 p.m.