Lewis Hamilton admits he is not fast anymore as he struggles in Qatar
- Lewis Hamilton faced a difficult race in Qatar, receiving multiple penalties and describing his car's performance as 'broken'.
- He struggled significantly, even experiencing a puncture during the race, and finished far behind teammate George Russell.
- Hamilton expressed doubt about ending his time with Mercedes on a high note, stating he is not fast anymore.
In Qatar, Lewis Hamilton faced a challenging race weekend in his penultimate outing for Mercedes before transitioning to Ferrari. Throughout the race, Hamilton struggled with his car's performance, ultimately being penalised twice by the stewards. He expressed his frustration over the radio, describing his car as 'broken' and later pleaded with the team to retire him from the race. The situation worsened for Hamilton when he suffered a puncture, which he suggested might have been caused by debris on the track. Despite these challenges, he managed to finish the race, albeit in a disappointing position. Hamilton's performance has raised concerns among his fans, particularly with his recent announcement to join Ferrari, which has led to speculation about any potential foul play at Mercedes. Although he attempted to maintain a positive outlook, he acknowledged his current lack of speed compared to his teammate George Russell, who outperformed him during qualifying and the race. This disappointing result adds to an already difficult season for Hamilton as he prepares for his transition to Ferrari.