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During the Miami Grand Prix Sprint, a crucial and previously untelevised radio message from Lewis Hamilton has come to light, revealing his pivotal role in a key strategic decision. The 19-lap sprint race on Saturday was disrupted by heavy rainfall, which led to a delay and ultimately reduced the race distance to 18 laps. The first two laps were conducted behind the Safety Car before a standing start was initiated.
Hamilton, driving for Ferrari in the SF-25, started the race from seventh place, with the sixth grid spot left vacant after Charles Leclerc crashed on the way to the grid during the aborted initial start. As the track began to dry, conditions presented a strategic dilemma for teams and drivers. The gamble involved switching from intermediate wet tyres to slicks, a risk given the limited number of laps remaining and the fact that only the top eight finishers would earn championship points.
Hamilton, running in sixth place at the time, was among the first drivers to make the bold call to pit for dry-weather tyres. Notably, instead of choosing the more conservative medium compound slicks, Hamilton opted for the softer tyre compound, aiming for maximum grip and speed in the closing stages of the race. This choice, influenced by his keen judgment and experience, proved to be inspired as it helped him gain a significant competitive advantage over rivals who delayed their pit stops or selected different tyres.
The move highlighted Hamilton’s strategic acumen and communication with his team, playing a crucial role in shaping the outcome of a tense and tactical race in Miami.
