Hamilton admits Canada Grand Prix as one of career's lowest, aims for stronger future
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Montreal, Canada – Lewis Hamilton confessed to a disappointing outing at the Canadian Grand Prix, labeling it one of the most lackluster performances of his storied career, despite a chance for Mercedes to seize victory.
Hamilton's challenges began on Saturday, with a qualifying time over 0.2 seconds slower than his teammate George Russell, who secured pole position. Starting from the seventh slot on the grid, Hamilton clawed his way to an impressive third before ultimately conceding the podium finish back to Russell just two laps shy of the chequered flag.
Addressing Sky Sports post-race, a candid Hamilton reflected, "Over the weekend it was just a really poor performance from myself. Yesterday some other things came into it, mostly myself, and then today one of the worst races that I've driven, lots of mistakes, but of course if I'd qualified better, I would've been in a much better position so it is what it is."
Determined to rebound from the setback, he added, "I will go back to the drawing board."
Acknowledging Mercedes' efforts in car development, Hamilton showed appreciation, "On a positive note, big, big thank you to everyone back at the factory for progressing this car, because it is becoming a car we can fight with." Further emphasizing a brighter outlook, he anticipates that upcoming upgrades will fuel a riveting contest for supremacy, pledging that, "If I get my head on right, I'll get better results at some stage."
In light of the weekend's outcomes, Hamilton was queried on the potential victory, to which he admitted, "I think this weekend the car was capable of winning. That's why it is not such a great feeling, but we'll take the points and keep moving, keep trying."
The Canadian Grand Prix may not have culminated in the triumph Hamilton envisioned, but his resolve remains unshaken as he looks onward to future races with optimism and an eye for redemption.
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