Italo:
Lars997:

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Let's understand the reason why he made that statement before we start to pass judgement, the reason why he wanted to retire the car before the end of the race  was to  preserve the engine. ....

Come on.... you dont really believe that - do you? This is just an excuse - he knew he cant talk openly about it. What annoy me most is, that if he didnt know if there would be a safety car phase or not - if this would have happen, he easily would have been able to catch up again. IMO He gave up because he was angry!