Lewis Hamilton expressed surprise at his rare crash during the Dutch Grand Prix. The Ferrari driver lost control on a banked corner at the Zandvoort track, attributing the incident to wet conditions and his car sliding onto a painted section off the track, resulting in a collision with the barrier.
Hamilton, speaking to Sky Sports, refrained from definitively assigning blame to the crash, mentioning his car feeling twitchy but acknowledging the progress made over the weekend. Despite his disappointment at his early exit, he was satisfied with his car’s performance before the incident.
The timing of the crash proved challenging for Hamilton’s teammate Charles Leclerc, who had just pitted for new tires when the crash occurred, affecting his race strategy. The race saw a heated battle between Leclerc and George Russell, with Russell later raising concerns over Leclerc’s overtaking move, leading to a post-race investigation.
If Leclerc faces a penalty, it will impact his next race at Monza. The event also saw Leclerc retiring after a collision with Kimi Antonelli, adding to the drama of the day’s events. Formula 1 enthusiasts can enjoy live coverage of all sessions with Sky’s Essential TV and Sky Sports bundle, offering significant savings and access to additional channels and streaming services.
The race also witnessed a rookie mistake as a Mercedes driver misjudged a maneuver, resulting in a collision with Leclerc’s Ferrari. The incident caused significant damage to both cars, forcing Leclerc to retire and leaving the young driver visibly disappointed by the turn of events.
