The Masterful Art of Ferrari’s Sprint Pole: Hamilton’s Astonishment
The seven-time world champion, who joined Ferrari with an already impressive record of 105 wins and 104 poles, added another remarkable feat to his name by smashing the Shanghai circuit lap record. He secured the top slot for the 100km sprint race on Saturday, leaving his fans thrilled. Friday’s sprint qualifying was a moment that justified the hype around the 40-year-old’s move to Ferrari. After a somewhat disappointing season-opener in Australia, where he qualified eighth and finished 10th, Hamilton’s performance in China was a strong statement. When asked about setting a new benchmark, even though sprint poles don’t officially count, Hamilton expressed his surprise and shock. His initial reaction over the team radio was one of disbelief, followed by laughter. Formula One F1 – Chinese Grand Prix – Shanghai International Circuit, Shanghai, China – March 21, 2025: Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton during practice. Photo: Reuters “I’m honestly gobsmacked and taken aback by this,” Ha...