Explained: Why Lewis Hamilton mistakenly gave away track position in Brazil

Lewis Hamilton unnecessarily surrendered a position to Oliver Bearman during the São Paulo Grand Prix after the Ferrari driver was investigated for leaving the track and gaining an advantage during an overtaking manoeuvre.

The seven-time F1 drivers' champion was battling with his compatriot during the opening lap of the race at Interlagos when the pair went wheel-to-wheel through Turn 5.