Lewis Hamilton talks on back burner as Mercedes focus on reversing slow start

POOR START: Lewis Hamilton pictured at the Bahrain Grand Prix. Pic: David Davies/PA

Lewis Hamilton’s Formula One future is set to be put on hold as Mercedes attempt to resolve their miserable start to the new season.

Hamilton finished fifth at the opening round in Bahrain on Sunday – 51 seconds behind winner Max Verstappen – with team-mate George Russell seventh.