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Lewis Hamilton adamant Mercedes can make power step

Lewis Hamilton has backed Mercedes to step up its pure power output next year in a bid to challenge Ferrari’s straight-line speed. Mercedes dominated the early years of the hybrid era, largely aided by the strength of its power unit, but Ferrari has moved clear through 2019. Different concept designs have also facilitated the reversal, with Mercedes admitting earlier in the year that it had shifted its aerodynamic philosophy in order to maximise its prospects. In spite of Ferrari’s straight-line speed advantage Mercedes has taken 12 wins from 17 attempts this season, and wrapped up the Constructors’ title at last weekend’s Japanese Grand Prix. Hamilton, though,...
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