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via f1oversteer.comBernie Collins says the FIA waived ‘black-and-white’ regulation for Lewis Hamilton in MalaysiaDuring the Bahrain Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton experienced software issues that affected his performance during the formation lap. The race was delayed due to a thunderstorm, and when it finally started, several drivers, including Hamilton and Max Verstappen, struggled to maintain speed, leading to a chaotic situation on the track.
Former F1 strategist Bernie Collins commented that Hamilton should have forfeited his second-place starting position according to the rules. However, the FIA decided to suspend the start procedure and restore the original grid order, which has raised concerns about fairness among teams who performed better during the formation lap.
f1oversteer.comSun 4 Oct · 09:00 UTC
via Motorsport.comLewis Hamilton shocked as Ollie Bearman says spider forced Malaysia hotel changeOllie Bearman, a driver for Haas F1 Team, shared a startling experience during a fan event at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia. He recounted waking up at 2am to find a spider beside his head, prompting him to immediately request a hotel change from his travel team.
Lewis Hamilton, who has been visiting Malaysia for nearly two decades, expressed his shock at the existence of such large spiders in the country. Bearman described the spider as palm-sized, and Hamilton humorously remarked that he would have preferred sleeping in his car had he known about them.
Motorsport.comSun 4 Oct · 08:54 UTC
via gpfans.comLewis Hamilton's Malaysia fury over 'unacceptable' engine failureLewis Hamilton expressed his anger over an engine failure during the Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang, which he deemed 'unacceptable'. This incident occurred on October 2, marking the ten-year anniversary of a significant retirement in his career. The failure, attributed to a big-end bearing issue, happened on Lap 41, leaving Hamilton frustrated as he was in a strong position to challenge for the championship against his teammate Nico Rosberg.
After the race, Hamilton demanded answers from Mercedes, questioning why he was the only driver experiencing engine failures despite having multiple engines available. He suggested that someone did not want him to win, although he clarified that he was not accusing anyone at Mercedes. The team's technical chief, Paddy Lowe, refuted claims of sabotage, stating that if they could arrange such failures, they would not have any at all.
gpfans.comSat 3 Oct · 15:57 UTC
via BBC Sport'Incredible' Red Bull upgrade enlivens F1 in 'roasting hot' MalaysiaMax Verstappen achieved his first pole position of the 2026 season at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, showcasing a dominant performance throughout the weekend. Lewis Hamilton, starting from second, expressed concerns about Verstappen's pace, recalling their intense rivalry from previous seasons. Red Bull's recent upgrades have significantly improved their car's performance, allowing Verstappen to take the lead in qualifying.
Isack Hadjar, who missed the first three races after an injury, noted a marked improvement in the car's handling since his return. Meanwhile, Mercedes faced challenges with their new aerodynamic upgrade, struggling to find the right balance on the demanding Sepang track. Kimi Antonelli, starting from third, highlighted the importance of strategy and track position for the upcoming race, particularly in the hot conditions expected.
BBC SportSat 3 Oct · 12:25 UTC
