Lewis Hamilton may be forced to withdraw from next week’s Canadian Grand Prix due to back strain caused by his car’s porpoising and bouncing, know his injury update
Toto Wolff has revealed that Lewis Hamilton may miss the Canadian Grand Prix next week.
Hamilton finished fourth in Azerbaijan on Sunday despite suffering from persistent back pain. The seven-time world champion struggled from back pain all weekend as a result of the Mercedes car’s excessive porpoising and bouncing. During the race, the British driver grumbled about the problem and requested assistance in getting out of his car at parc ferme.
Lewis Hamilton Back Injury And Pain Update, Return Date, Status And News Ahead Of Canadian GP 2022
Before the lights went down in Baku, Wolff speculated that Hamilton would not make it to the finish line. Following that, he dropped the bombshell that the Mercedes driver may miss next week’s Canadian Grand Prix due to back issues.
When asked if Hamilton is a question for Montréal in seven days. Wolff said, “Yeah, certainly.” You can tell that it is not muscular, that it runs deep into the spine, and that it has some ramifications.
“He is most likely the most affected. However, it impacts George and many in general. The option may be to just be in reserve like we do at each and every race. To ensure that our motors are functioning.”
Wolff’s startling revelation may pave the way for one of Mercedes’ backup drivers. Even though both compete in Formula E, Stoffel Vandoorne and Nyck de Vries were generally on hand to deputize in the case of an incident.
What Woff Said?
Following the race, Hamilton provided an honest analysis of his agony throughout the 51-lap duel – and it didn’t make for pleasant hearing ahead of next week’s journey to Montréal.
“That’s the only thing,” the Brit explained. “I was biting my teeth despite pain and adrenaline. I can’t convey how much agony you’re in, especially on the straightaway here. Finally, all you want is for it to be finished “He said.
Mercedes scored a number of points in Baku, due in part to Ferrari’s reliability troubles. While Wolff is pleased with how his squad played in Azerbaijan. He pointed out that there is still so much work to be done.