Hamilton engine failure at Sao Paulo GP

First reported 5 hours ago · latest an hour ago

Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari suffers engine failure in FP3 at Sao Paulo Grand Prix, ending his session early and forcing a likely grid penalty.

Lewis Hamilton Ferrari

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F1i reports the engine meltdown and grid penalty, while Sky Sports F1 focuses on the smoke and garage return. The Reddit post adds real-time observation. No official FIA document present.

Recommended first read: F1i provides the most complete coverage, including the grid penalty consequence, and has an image.

Hamilton engine failure at Sao Paulo GP

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Hamilton engine failure at Sao Paulo GP

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Engine meltdown forces Hamilton to the back of the grid

'It stinks of burnt oil!' - Hamilton suffers engine trouble in final practice

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Hamilton returns to the pits after reporting smoke in the cockpit. Looks like Lewis' FP3 is over with around 25 mins of the session to run.