Lewis Hamilton reveals Ferrari radio confusion behind costly Brazil GP mistake
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Lewis Hamilton faced a demanding weekend at the 2026 Brazil Grand Prix after a grid penalty forced him to start dead last in 20th position. Despite the setback, the veteran charger made a blistering charge on the opening lap to climb directly into the points-paying positions in ninth place.
However, changing weather and track conditions soon triggered strategic hurdles as his intermediate tyres began overheating rapidly on a drying circuit, prompting an early switch to slick compounds. Miscommunication later played a critical role when team radio messages regarding worsening weather failed to reach him clearly near the conclusion of the event.
Believing the precipitation would remain a light drizzle, the driver opted to stay out on slicks as heavy rain arrived, costing valuable ground before he ultimately secured a ninth-place finish. Meanwhile, his teammate Charles Leclerc completed the weekend a bit further up the order by crossing the finish line in seventh place.