Hamilton Relieved Mechanic Unhurt After Pit Stop Incident

Lewis Hamilton has expressed his relief after a mechanic was unhurt when the Formula 1 driver's Ferrari struck him during a pit stop at the Belgian Grand Prix. The incident occurred when Hamilton pulled into the pits and his car hit a crew member, prompting an immediate response from the team. The mechanic was quickly attended to and fortunately escaped injury. Hamilton said his "heart really sank" when he realized what had happened, but he was grateful that the mechanic was not harmed. The stewards investigated the event and imposed a heavy fine on the Ferrari team for the unsafe release. Hamilton's comments came after the race, where he emphasized the importance of safety in the sport. The incident has highlighted the risks faced by pit crew members during high-pressure stops. Ferrari has not commented further on the fine. The Belgian Grand Prix continued without further incident, and Hamilton finished the race without any major issues. The mechanic involved is expected to be back for the next race.