Lewis Hamilton's Belgium GP Weekend Unravels Amid Ferrari Upgrades

SPA, Belgium — Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari were hopeful heading into the Belgian Grand Prix weekend. Hamilton had been showing improvement with Ferrari, achieving good finishes at previous races and outqualifying his teammate Charles Leclerc. Ferrari introduced upgrades, including a new rear suspension, aiming to enhance their performance.

Leclerc secured third place on the grid for the race, while Hamilton struggled, starting in 16th position after a challenging weekend. Hamilton faced setbacks during qualifying sessions, including a track limits breach that led to his elimination in the first stage of qualifying.

Hamilton acknowledged his mistakes and took responsibility for his poor performance, expressing disappointment in his results. Ferrari did not expect the upgrades to immediately close the gap to front-runners like McLaren but hoped the changes would address some of the issues faced by Hamilton and Leclerc.

Leclerc noted the improvements in the car's setup, making it easier to extract maximum performance. Hamilton, who has been adapting his setup preferences, has seen an improvement in his results recently. Despite his struggles at Spa, Hamilton remains focused on making the best of the current season and preparing for the next year's challenges.

Hamilton, a five-time winner of the Belgian GP, aims to recover from his low starting position and secure points in the race. Despite the difficulties faced during the weekend, Hamilton remains committed to working with the team to maximize their performance. The focus for Ferrari now shifts towards preparing for the upcoming races and the challenges of the next season.