Hamilton issues F1 'break' verdict at torrid Qatar....

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Hamilton faced a challenging weekend at the Qatar Grand Prix, which culminated in a disappointing performance. In the sprint race, Hamilton could only manage a sixth-place finish, a stark contrast to his teammate George Russell, who secured pole position. The main race proved to be even more frustrating for the seven-time world champion, as he encountered an unfortunate puncture that contributed to his struggles, ultimately finishing in 12th place.

Throughout the weekend, Hamilton’s dissatisfaction with his performance was evident. Prior to the sprint race, he was out-qualified by Russell, which set the tone for his weekend. Following the sprint session, Hamilton did not hold back in his criticism of himself, stating that he felt he was “not fast anymore” after qualifying seventh for the sprint. This sense of disappointment seemed to linger, affecting his overall mindset as the events unfolded.

In an interview with Sky Sports, Hamilton expressed his frustration and a sense of resignation regarding his current performances. He candidly admitted to struggling with his pace and indicated that he was looking beyond the immediate challenges of the upcoming races. “I have no clue man. I don’t have an answer for you, yeah it’s not been great,” he stated, reflecting on the difficulties he faced.

Hamilton’s comments highlighted a shift in his focus as the season nears its conclusion. He mentioned that he was no longer overly concerned about his individual performances, emphasizing his desire to simply get through the remaining races. “At this point I really don’t care. I just want to get through these next couple of races and do my job, turn up and I’m looking forward