Lewis Hamilton had a few eyebrows raising as the first winter test concluded in Barcelona on Thursday. The Mercedes driver and reigning world champion's top time had some wondering if Ferrari and Red Bull would be able to keep up in 2018. 'If our simulations are right, then there should be a close three-way battle between Ferrari, Red Bull and us,' insisted team boss Toto Wolff. Hamilton himself said it's 'way too early to say anything', especially given the lack of mileage at freezing Barcelona. But Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel thinks Mercedes is clearly the favourite. 'Mercedes is the favourite but it would be nice if we are closer than last year,' he said. 'And if Red Bull can catch up,...
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