Mercedes outplayed in thriller to postpone Hamilton’s crowning | Giles Richards


Briton and his team wanted to close it out in Austin but Ferrari’s superior strategy meant his late charge came to nothing

Having crushed any challenge from Ferrari in the second half of the season, Lewis Hamilton might have been expected to complete a simple denouement to secure his fifth title at the US Grand Prix.

The fight we were denied for the title, however – which will still surely be decided in Hamilton’s favour at the next round in Mexico – was at least rescued by a thrilling, dramatic race in Austin, racing that would be welcomed at any round, championship decider or not.

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