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2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Qualifying 2 sources

Hamilton rues Ferrari qualifying strategy in Baku after Leclerc tow

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Lewis Hamilton said he towed Charles Leclerc during Azerbaijan Grand Prix qualifying, leaving him 0.5s slower. Ferrari's strategy was questioned by Jacques Villeneuve, with Hamilton finishing behind his teammate.

How the sources differ

Motorsport.com leads on Hamilton's own explanation of the tow, while Crash.net focuses on Villeneuve's criticism of the Ferrari dynamic. The social posts highlight the qualifying stat and Hamilton using trackside TVs, adding context but no new facts.

Recommended first read: Motorsport.com provides the most complete account, including Hamilton's quotes and detailed lap-time comparisons, with an image and no paywall.

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