5 Talking Points from the 2019 German Grand Prix

An unusual day for Lewis Hamilton

Formula 1 - GP Germany where Hamilton finished P9

It's not always that one gets to see Lewis Hamilton not winning a race. And to be more specific, it's even rarer to see the famous Briton finish outside the top three in any Grand Prix.

But truth be told, Lewis Hamilton, who eventually earned a P9 would be happy to forget a modest race at Hockenheimring.

Following a sensational pole on Saturday, the 87th of his stellar career, the five-time world champion began firmly, keeping the lead of the 64-lap race.

Later on, his race went from bad to worse as on a couple of occasions, Hamilton, suffering from a clear lack of grip went way outside the track and in the process, fell way off the track position.

On Lap 46, Hamilton was even under pressure from the midfielders, one of whom was the talented Alex Albon, threatening to pass the Mercedes driver for fourth. There was more drama to come. Later on, he was found struggling for a five-second penalty when the stewards alleged that his entry to the pit lane breached rules.