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F1·INJURY·October 11, 2026 07:41 PM ET

Lewis Hamilton misses Singapore Grand Prix media pen due to illness

The driver was evaluated by the FIA medical team following a sixth-place finish.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read
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No Lewis Hamilton in the post-race media pen. A Ferrari spokesperson says that Hamilton felt unwell after the race and w Via @LukeSmithF1 on X

What happened: Lewis Hamilton was excused from post-race media obligations at the Singapore Grand Prix after feeling unwell. A Ferrari spokesperson confirmed he was evaluated by the FIA medical team and given permission to skip the session.

Why it matters: The physical toll compounded a difficult race for Hamilton, who apologized to his team after overriding their strategy. He dropped from his third-place starting position following a tire gamble and missed a pit entry meant for a double-stack stop.

By the numbers: Hamilton fell to P6 after a 44-lap stint on soft compound tires, while Max Verstappen claimed the race victory over Charles Leclerc.

What to watch: Ferrari will monitor his condition as the team prepares for the next round of the Formula 1 calendar.

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