Lewis Hamilton shrugged off Max Verstappen’s demand for a penalty following their intense on-track battle at the Austrian Grand Prix. Hamilton dismissed Verstappen’s complaint about the Turn 6 incident, stating, “You don't expect to go around the outside of a champion.” The Ferrari driver asserted he was ahead at the apex and left enough room, forcing Verstappen wide. While Verstappen voiced his frustration on team radio, stewards took no action and he seemed unfazed post-race, more concerned with lost time.
Hamilton later labeled Ferrari’s P5 finish a "reality check" after their Barcelona win, citing an unbalanced car that left him 26 seconds behind the victor. He also highlighted Red Bull's substantial upgrades, estimating "three to four tenths" gained, including significant weight reduction. This makes Red Bull a "force to be reckoned with." Ferrari now faces a steep climb, needing to continually add performance, especially power, to contend for wins.
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