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Lewis Hamilton points finger at Charles Leclerc for ‘do or die’ mentality

Lewis Hamilton has publicly criticized his Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc following a contentious opening lap at the Mexico City Grand Prix. Hamilton argued that Leclerc's aggressive driving style hindered the team's potential for a one-two finish, suggesting the Monegasque driver prioritizes a win-at-all-costs approach over team objectives.

After losing position during the initial skirmish, Hamilton expressed frustration that Ferrari did not force a position swap and felt the subsequent five-second penalty issued to Leclerc was insufficient. Hamilton noted that he observed similar friction between Leclerc and former teammate Carlos Sainz, emphasizing that internal management must address these behavioral patterns to prevent further lost points.

He stated that he intends to resolve these issues through private discussions within the team to establish clearer operational standards.

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