Lewis Hamilton hit by a 15-place grid penalty at Spa
The Belgian weekend promises to be a complicated one for Lewis Hamilton, who had to change his engine once again. As a result, he will suffer a 15-place grid penalty.
Lewis Hamilton is preparing for a race full of attacks and overtakes as he faces a 15-place grid penalty for using a sixth MGU-H (the electric motor that helps restart the turbo at low revs) and a sixth turbo, as confirmed this morning by Mercedes.
“For @LewisHamilton, this comprises ICE 4, MGU-K 4, MGU-H 6 and TC 6. This incurs a 15 place grid penalty… (2/3) #F1 #BelgianGP #Spa #FP1” — MERCEDES AMG F1 (@MercedesAMGF1) 26 août 2016
Nico Rosberg therefore has a clear path to try to reduce his gap in the championship, which stands at 19 points before the Ardennes event.
However, the long straights of the Spa-Francorchamps circuit should offer plenty of overtaking opportunities for the British driver, who will be looking to minimize the damage relative to his teammate and title rival.
From our special correspondent at Spa-Francorchamps
