Two-time F1 World Champion Mika Hakkinen believes Ferrari’s defeat at the Monaco Grand Prix was contributed by “human factors.”
Notorious for being nearly impossible to overtake, Monte Carlo’s track position was important, and Ferrari’s victory, which had been racing 1-2, was seen as certain.
However, he made a mistake in his tire strategy and ended the race in 2nd and 4th place. Charles Leclerc missed the podium starting from pole position.
Red Bull’s aggressive overcut strategy helped Sergio Perez, who started in the second row, win and Max Verstappen finished third.
Mika Hakkinen believes that the pit wall decision was the main factor Ferrari lost at the Monaco Grand Prix after leading first and second place in the early stages of the race.
“In the race, Ferrari hesitated at a crucial moment, calling Charles on lap 18 and pitting again on lap 21 to stay Carlos longer than necessary,” Mika Hakkinen told Unibet’s column. wrote.
“Red Bull did the right strategy and made the car jump from 3rd and 4th to 1st and 3rd.”
“I know Ferrari said he was going to analyze why their strategy was so bad, but I don’t think technical analysis is more important than human factors.”
“Why is one team confident in making the right decision and another team hesitating to make a mistake? It depends on the confidence that people and each other have when they are under pressure. “
Mika Hakkinen praises Red Bull’s Sergi Operas. His victory was combined with his victory in Monaco when he won the F1 World Championship in 1998.
“Winning in Monaco was a very special experience for any driver, and the Czech Republic (Perez) did something really special,” said Mika Hakkinen.
“He had a great run all weekend. He made a small mistake hitting the barrier at the end of qualifying, which delays Max, who was in qualifying, to set up the race. Definitely played a role. “
“But the Czech Republic was fast on Friday and the fastest in the final practice, so it was clear that the car was working well for him.”
Mika Hakkinen also talked about the possibility of Monaco disappearing from the F1 calendar.
As F1 turns to new territories, the sport’s “jewel of the crown” is losing its brilliance. Monaco does not currently have a contract for the 2023 season, but Mika Hakkinen said she should have a long-term contract.
“Monaco has been holding the Grand Prix since 1929 and it’s a very special race. It should be on the calendar in the long run,” said Mika Hakkinen.
“It needs accuracy and is a very good test for the driver. It’s out with one small mistake.”
“On many of the recent circuits, you can drive off track and that’s okay. You can go back again. Monaco punishes mistakes.”
“Of course, F1 has made a lot of progress in recent years and many new circuits and countries are competing in the world championships, but it is important to protect our sporting heritage.”
“Monaco has been constantly evolving, and I hope F1 and Monaco will come together for a very bright future. It’s good for each other.”
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