Hamilton’s Ferrari Selected for FIA Technical Display Ahead of Monaco GP
Ahead of the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix, the FIA has selected Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari SF-25 as one of three cars to be featured in its routine technical presentation. This standard procedure, conducted at every race weekend, is designed to offer closer access to a randomly selected car from each team. Alongside Hamilton’s Ferrari, the cars chosen for this event include Oscar Piastri’s McLaren and Carlos Sainz’s Williams.
These technical displays serve as more than just a ceremonial formality. They offer a valuable opportunity for journalists, technical analysts, and other paddock members to scrutinize car designs, components, and recent updates. The showcase takes place in a controlled setting where observers can analyze the technological advancements introduced by each team. This is especially notable in Monaco, a venue known for its tight street circuit, picturesque surroundings, and unpredictable conditions that can challenge even the most experienced teams.
This year, the Monaco Grand Prix weekend faces an added layer of unpredictability—weather. Forecasts suggest the possibility of rain on Friday and Saturday, which could affect both the scheduled free practice sessions and the technical car presentation. In anticipation of such conditions, the FIA has issued detailed contingency plans. If adverse weather is confirmed, teams will receive at least five minutes’ notice ahead of the scheduled display. In that scenario, the showcase may be moved indoors to each team’s garage area to prevent unnecessary exposure to the elements.
Furthermore, if rainfall occurs during the presentation itself, teams are expected to keep the cars in their allocated display positions but may use awnings or protective covers to shield them. These guidelines are part of the FIA’s ongoing efforts to maintain the integrity of the display while protecting the teams’ machinery and sensitive components.
This technical presentation carries more than just visual appeal—it also has competitive significance. Each race weekend, one car per team is selected for public display. If a team has brought new parts or upgrades and only applied them to one car, that specific chassis must be shown. This rule promotes transparency in car development, offering rival teams and technical experts insight into cutting-edge innovations and performance upgrades. It also enables the FIA to monitor compliance with technical regulations more effectively.
Ferrari, in particular, has attracted attention after unveiling a new wave of updates at the previous round in Imola. These upgrades mark the beginning of the European leg of the 2025 season and are designed to boost the performance of the SF-25, as the Scuderia continues its search for its first victory of the year. Despite the developments, both Hamilton and teammate Charles Leclerc left Imola without a win, suggesting that Ferrari still faces an uphill battle in matching the performance levels of current front-running teams like Red Bull and McLaren.
Hamilton’s move to Ferrari at the beginning of the 2025 season has only heightened scrutiny. The seven-time world champion’s switch from Mercedes to the iconic Italian outfit was one of the most talked-about stories in recent Formula 1 history. Since joining the team, Hamilton has brought not only vast experience but also significant media attention. The inclusion of his car in this weekend’s FIA display will further increase the spotlight on both him and Ferrari as fans eagerly await insights into the team’s technical progress.
With weather uncertainty potentially disrupting the schedule and performance stakes continuing to rise, the Monaco Grand Prix weekend promises both spectacle and substance. For Hamilton and Ferrari, this is another chance to demonstrate their intent to fight for victories, while giving the F1 world an up-close look at their ongoing development efforts. As the season progresses, every detail counts—and in Monaco, all eyes will be on the red car bearing number 44.
