Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari Nightmare Continues
The storm clouds are indeed gathering at Maranello as Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari journey continues to struggle. The seven-time world champion has been facing a tough time since joining the Italian team, and his recent performance at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix was no exception. Hamilton finished seventh in the race, over 30 seconds behind his teammate Charles Leclerc, and appeared lost in TV interviews.
A Difficult Weekend
Hamilton’s struggles were evident throughout the weekend in Jeddah. Despite a brief moment of positivity following the Sprint Race victory in China, the reality of his situation soon set in. In a painful interview with Sky Sports F1’s Rachel Brookes, Hamilton admitted that the car was not the problem, further fueling speculation about his difficulties with the Ferrari team.
Concerns About Hamilton’s Future
The events in Jeddah had F1 pundits fearing the worst for Hamilton, with some even raising the possibility of him quitting the team this season. Ralf Schumacher, a former Formula 1 driver, was among those who expressed concerns about Hamilton’s future with Ferrari. Given the circumstances, it’s clear that Hamilton and Ferrari need to make significant improvements ahead of the next race in Miami.
A Welcome Break
In a surprising turn of events, Hamilton headed back to the UK on Friday for a previously scheduled engagement. The 40-year-old superstar attended the opening of a brand new Fanatics Collectibles flagship store in central London, where he cut the ribbon and threw packs of trading cards into the crowd. At the event, Hamilton addressed the crowd, expressing his gratitude for the support he has received from fans around the world.
A Message of Hope
In his speech, Hamilton said, “Hi, guys. I wasn’t prepared for this speech. I’m a bit gobsmacked to see so many of you here. So, I just wanted to personally thank you so much for having me and making me part of this family.” He also acknowledged the support he has received, saying, “The support that I’ve had… I’m so, so lucky to have the support from so many of you and people around the world.”
A Chance to Reflect
Perhaps this time away from the pressure of the Ferrari bubble will be beneficial for Hamilton as he struggles to get to grips with the team’s much-hyped SF-25 car. The seven-time champion will undoubtedly be under intense scrutiny again in Miami, but for now, he seems determined to persevere. As he told the crowd, “Still we Rise right?”
What’s Next?
The Miami Grand Prix is just around the corner, and Hamilton will need to regroup and refocus if he wants to turn his season around. With the support of his fans and a bit of luck, maybe he’ll be able to find his footing with Ferrari and start delivering the results that fans expect from him. Only time will tell if Hamilton can overcome his current struggles and lead Ferrari to victory.
Staționarea la Ferrari, se pare că este cam încheiată! Scuderia vrea rezultate, nu vacanță plătită cu deloc puțini bani!