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Verstappen Surprised by Ferrari's Slick Tire Gamble
4 Oct
Summary
- Ferrari's slick tire gamble on a damp track surprised rivals.
- Hamilton recovered from early strategy to secure a podium finish.
- Max Verstappen secured his first win of the 2026 season.
Max Verstappen admitted his surprise at seeing both Ferraris begin the race on slick tires, noting the track's damp conditions.
Lewis Hamilton also felt the circuit was too wet for dry-weather tires at the start.
The early strategic gamble by Ferrari, with Hamilton and Charles Leclerc on slicks, left them struggling for grip and losing significant ground.
Verstappen and most of the field chose intermediate tires, proving to be the better choice.
Hamilton managed to recover from the compromised start, ultimately securing third place and a podium finish.
Max Verstappen went on to win the race, marking his first victory of the 2026 season.
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