Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc and Pierre Gasly are all facing disqualification from the Chinese Grand Prix after issues were found with their cars during the FIA’s post-race inspections.
The seven-time world champion endured a frustrating race in Shanghai, finishing sixth behind Max Verstappen and team-mate Leclerc after a gamble on a two-stop strategy failed to pay off.
However, Hamilton’s Sunday now faces an even worse conclusion, with the Brit one of three drivers called to the stewards. After an assessment in Parc Ferme, the No.44 Ferrari machine was found to have skid blocks worn below the 9mm thickness permitted in the regulations.
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