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Lewis Hamilton prepares for an intense battle at the Canadian Grand Prix. After qualifying in fourth place, Hamilton set his sights on giving Fernando Alonso a tough fight and securing the podium.
Lewis Hamilton took his P4 on Saturday afternoon in Montreal after successfully maximizing wet/dry conditions on a rain-affected afternoon.
While the others struggled, the Mercedes driver put in an impressive performance, getting fourth on the grid. Hamilton is set to start behind winner Max Verstappen, second-placed Haas’ Nico Hulkenberg, who has surprisingly managed to secure a place on the starting grid, and Fernando Alonso.
Aston Martin’s Alonso, who has been in top form all season, finished third in the qualifying session. The Spaniard has been a force to be reckoned with so far this season, and Hamilton is aware of the challenge he presents.
Although aware of the challenge of overtaking Max Verstappen, Hamilton remains determined to push the limits and make the most of his fourth grid position.
“We’re ahead of the Ferraris. Max will probably go. If I can stick with Alonso and give him hell, that’s what I’ll do,” Hamilton said.
Recording at 1m, 27.627s, Lewis Hamilton finished nearly two seconds behind Max Verstappen, who gained 1m 25.825s early in Q3 to achieve a pole position of approx. This was before the race was red flagged due to Oscar Piastri’s back wall at Turn 7.
Lewis Hamilton looks back on his first Formula One win ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix
The Gilles Villeneuve circuit is truly one of those that hold a special place in Lewis Hamilton’s heart. It was at this circuit that the 22-year-old Hamilton, driving a McLaren in his debut season, claimed his first of many race victories in Formula 1.
The Mercedes legend recalled his rookie season and the day he became the youngest driver to take a win at the Canadian Grand Prix, sharing a photo on his Instagram handle. It was a throwback to his early days as an F1 driver.
Read the caption, “You always feel full circle.”
While Lewis Hamilton has gone on to win the Canadian Grand Prix seven times – tied with Michael Schumacher – it’s clear that Britain’s first-ever victory on the grid holds a special place in his heart.
Hamilton’s chances of taking his eighth victory at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve seem unlikely. It will be interesting to see how things go in Montreal for the seven-time world champion as he looks to finish on the podium.
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