Ferrari Pressures Hamilton for Immediate Turnaround After Harsh Fan Poll
Lewis Hamilton’s much-anticipated move to Ferrari is quickly turning into a high-pressure saga, as both fan backlash and internal dissatisfaction mount. Following a damning fan poll and an underwhelming start to the 2025 Formula 1 season, senior figures at Ferrari are now reportedly pushing for urgent evaluations of Hamilton’s performance and his fit within the team.
A recent poll conducted by RacingNews365 saw Hamilton voted the “most disappointing figure” of the season so far, securing a striking 31.80% of the vote in the “negative surprises” category. Despite the poll listing names in alphabetical order to avoid influence, the result was decisive — fans are clearly disillusioned with the seven-time world champion’s results since he joined Ferrari after leaving Mercedes at the end of 2024.
The Scuderia had high hopes that Hamilton’s experience and winning pedigree would bring renewed success to Maranello. Instead, his opening races in red have fallen short of expectations. Though he managed a sprint race victory in China, his overall performance has been inconsistent at best. The early-season triple-header — consisting of Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Japan — exposed several weaknesses, with Jeddah being particularly worrying. Hamilton crossed the finish line 31 seconds behind teammate Charles Leclerc, triggering fresh doubts about his ability to adapt to the SF-25.
After the race, Hamilton was candid in his interviews, expressing confusion and concern over his lack of pace and ongoing difficulties setting up the car. He noted that he and his engineering team are still trying to unlock the potential of the car, but time may not be on their side.
Inside sources suggest Ferrari’s leadership is becoming increasingly uneasy. While no official decision has been made regarding Hamilton’s status, calls for “immediate action” hint at the mounting pressure behind the scenes. Executives had expected a stronger push in the championship fight, and the gap between Hamilton and Leclerc is growing more difficult to overlook.
The poll also pointed fingers at other disappointing performers. Liam Lawson was the second-most criticized figure (19.34%), following a brief and unimpressive stint with Red Bull. The team itself came third in the voting (16.61%), with fans criticizing Red Bull Racing’s internal conflicts and strategic blunders.
Ferrari’s broader technical issues haven’t done Hamilton any favors. The SF-25’s setup appears better suited to Leclerc’s driving style, and persistent reliability concerns have further undermined the team’s campaign. Several tactical miscalculations have also played a role in keeping Ferrari from effectively challenging Red Bull or McLaren.
Despite these setbacks, Hamilton is no stranger to overcoming adversity. Throughout his career, he has repeatedly silenced critics with strong comebacks. However, with iconic races at Imola and Monaco just around the corner, the clock is ticking. If Hamilton cannot close the performance gap soon, what was once hailed as a dream partnership could begin to unravel — raising questions about how long this Ferrari chapter will truly last.
