Lewis Hamilton: Ferrari driver reveals debate that preceded disastrous tyre choice at start of Bahrain GP in Malaysia

Lewis Hamilton, starting from second on the grid at the Bahrain Grand Prix held in Malaysia, suffered a disastrous race start after Ferrari chose to fit slick tyres in wet conditions, dropping him to near the rear of the field. Hamilton had reportedly pushed for intermediate tyres before the race, but Ferrari's strategy decision backfired significantly. Despite the poor start, Hamilton fought back through the field to ultimately claim a podium finish.