Lewis Hamilton said he is not panicking about qualifying sixth for the Turkish Grand Prix, as he felt like it was the best he could have done in the conditions in Istanbul.
Hamilton, who could clinch the championship on Sunday by finishing within eight points of teammate Valtteri Bottas, was uncharacteristically off the pace in treacherous conditions at Istanbul. Heavy rain fell throughout the session, which was red-flagged on two occasions, although conditions had improved enough for intermediate tyres by the end.
Despite it being his worst qualifying performance of the season on paper, Hamilton said it was the maximum he could have achieved.