Mercedes have clarified why Lewis Hamilton apologised to his team moments after completing an impressive drive at the Italian Grand Prix.
Things were always going to be difficult for the Brit at Monza. He was given a back-of-the-grid penalty for having a swathe of new engine parts fitted to his car, and started the race in 19th places as a result – a long way from the points positions.
But he overcame some early struggles to finish in fifth place behind the safety car, just two places behind team-mate George Russell. After the race, he took to his radio to praise the the team for doing a "mega job", before adding: "Sorry for the damage."
