# Hamilton: Title race would be over without Mercedes reliability issues

Lewis Hamilton said that his Formula 1 title battle would have been effectively decided without the reliability problems plaguing his Mercedes car. He highlighted multiple mechanical failures that cost him valuable points and potential wins. This underscores how technical dependability can determine championship outcomes beyond driver performance.

**Importance:** 2/5

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- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formula1/videos/cj9dnwd11p7o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:00:32 GMT