Lewis Hamilton will start Sunday's German Grand Prix on the back foot after a hydraulic failure on his Mercedes put him out of contention in qualifying.
The reigning world champion's Silver Arrows encountered the issue after it ran wide at Hockenheim's Turn 1, its driver pressing on and violently running over the kerbs as he attempted to rejoin the track.
Hamilton was immediately ordered to stop his W01, informed of the car's hydraulic failure and the risk of damaging its power unit.
The Brit's body language as he exited his mount - amid loud cheers from the Vettel supporters - reflected his massive disappointment.
Hamilton will theoretically start tomorrow's race P14, gaining a spot thanks to Daniel Ricciardo's grid penalty.
But the Brit admitted a comeback drive would be difficult on Sunday given Hockenheim's limited overtaking opportunities.
"This is one of the worst ones for overtaking, but i will do what I can," he said.
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