Hamilton 'Gutted' For Russell, Confesses 'Mixed Feelings' After Inheriting Victory In Belgium

Lewis Hamilton spoke up after inheriting victory at the 2024 Belgian Grand Prix from his disqualified teammate, George Russell.

Despite a tough start to the weekend and mixed results in the qualifying, Mercedes drivers managed to make their way through the field to score a 1-2 victory at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps.

Unfortunately, stewards found George Russell's car to be under the weight limit by 1,5 kg after the race, which resulted in a disqualification and loss of the victory for the 26-year-old.

The one positive thing for the team is that the win at least didn't go to someone outside of Mercedes. Although Lewis Hamilton confessed, it didn't feel that great after the race. He wrote on Instagram:

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The seven-time World Champion also noted that Mercedes beat everyone based on merit, which is an encouraging sign going into the summer break.

The German team won the 3 of the last four race and stood on podium in all of them so results definitely back the progress that has been made. In a further message on his Instagram story, the 39-year-old driver added:

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