Mattia Binotto has played down suggestions Mercedes will now race away with the 2021 title thanks to the freshly installed “rocket” in Lewis Hamilton’s car. Ferrari team boss Binotto, however, played down the likelihood that the new engine will be a silver bullet for Hamilton’s recovery over the decisive three races of 2021. “From one track to another, a car can adapt better than the other. On another topic, Binotto was asked again about his support for the potential and controversial introduction of reverse grids to accompany the sprint qualifying format for 2022. “Given that there are three races left until the end of the season, that’s a significant advantage.

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