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Lewis Hamilton triumphs in Imola ahead of his teammate Valtteri Bottas. Alfa Romeo is making a great comeback.
Win your 93rd Grand Prize
Lewis Hamilton in Imola.
Keystone
The podium
- 1. Lewis Hamilton (GBR, Mercedes)
- 2. Valtteri Bottas (FIN, Mercedes)
- 3. Daniel Ricciardo (AUS, Renault)
- Out: Max Verstappen, George Russell, Kevin Magnussen, Esteban Ocon, Pierre Gasly.
The crucial moment
Lewis Hamilton claimed his ninth GP victory of the season and 93rd of his career at Imola. The Briton, who had slipped back to third place in the meantime, benefited from a virtual safety car phase after 30 laps. I had new tires installed at the right time.
The tragic hero
Behind them, Valtteri Bottas and Max Verstappen (at Red Bull) fought a close duel. Bottas defended himself as best he could, in round 43 the pressure from Verstappen was too great. After a brake, the Dutchman climbed to second position, only to have to abandon the race 7 laps later with a puncture.
The Dominion
The “Silver Arrows” celebrate their fifth double win of the season and are already their first World Championship party: the industry leader won the Constructors’ World Championship in Imola for the seventh time; it’s a new record. Ferrari had topped the team championship 6 times in a row during the Schumacher era.
The rush to catch up
For once, cheering was the order of the day at Alfa Romeo. For the first time this season, both drivers from the Hinwil racing team finished in the points. Kimi Räikkönen (9th) occupied 9 positions in his 325th race and was later named driver of the day. Antonio Giovinazzi also cleared the field from behind. The Italian came out last and finished in tenth position.
The moment of shock
When Lance Stroll pitted on lap 53, he misjudged braking. He drove to a mechanic and apologized saying, “My brakes are cold.” His victim had to be supported and cared for by staff.
So it goes
In two weeks, a race in Turkey (Istanbul) is scheduled for the Formula 1 circus, where the 14th race of the “premier class” will take place.
