Hamilton's Challenging Qualifying Session

Lewis Hamilton's final qualifying session with Mercedes was filled with difficulty, as he ended up placed 19th. The decision by Mercedes to send both Hamilton and his teammate George Russell out with only a few minutes remaining in Q1 proved detrimental, as it caused track congestion and ultimately hindered their lap times. Hamilton's misfortune was compounded by an incident where he inadvertently collided with an errant bollard during his lap, further hampering his performance. This outcome highlighted the challenges he faced throughout the season, particularly since the recent struggles began in 2021, leaving fans wishing for a more fitting farewell to his tenure with the team.