Isack Hadjar left stunned by Lewis Hamilton after Malaysian GP battery issue

Isack Hadjar had a strong performance at the Bahrain Grand Prix, but battery issues hindered his attempt to secure a podium. According to Motorsport.com, he finished fifth after recovering from a five-place grid penalty that saw him start eighth.

Lewis Hamilton, driving for Ferrari, had a challenging race, starting from 18th place. As reported by the New Straits Times, he opted to stick with slick tyres despite the wet conditions, which initially put him at a disadvantage. However, as the track dried, Hamilton was able to regain pace and ultimately finished third, behind Max Verstappen and Kimi Antonelli.

Hamilton's strategy was questioned by his team, but he decided to persevere with his tyre choice. He later reflected on the gamble, saying that when he saw Verstappen and Antonelli pulling away, he felt his race was in trouble. Despite this, Hamilton managed to secure a podium finish.

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