FIA summon Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari at Australian grand Prix
The highly anticipated 2025 Formula 1 season is finally underway, with all 10 teams and 20 full-time drivers converging on Melbourne for the Australian Grand Prix. This year’s grid boasts several changes, with the most notable being seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton’s departure from Mercedes after a 12-year stint. Hamilton’s shocking announcement in February 2024 sent shockwaves through the driver market, leading to a flurry of changes that have resulted in only two teams retaining their 2024 driver lineup.
As the teams prepare for the first practice sessions of the season on Friday, March 14, at Albert Park Circuit, Hamilton and his new teammate Charles Leclerc are gearing up for their maiden outing in the SF-25. The duo will be eager to get accustomed to their new car and fine-tune their strategy as they bid to challenge for the championship.
Hamilton, who shares the record for most drivers’ titles with Michael Schumacher, will undoubtedly have his sights set on securing an elusive eighth championship. However, before he can begin his quest for glory, Ferrari must comply with the standard car display procedure implemented by the FIA at the Australian GP.
As part of this procedure, randomly selected teams must position their chosen car in the pit stop position for inspection. This weekend, Hamilton’s Ferrari, alongside Gabriel Bortoleto’s Sauber and Isack Hadjar’s Racing Bull, has been chosen for this procedure, in line with Article 19 of the sporting regulations.
The inspection process is a standard practice that occurs every race weekend, ensuring that all cars comply with the technical regulations. While it may seem like a routine procedure, it’s an essential aspect of maintaining fairness and parity in the sport.
As the teams and drivers prepare for the first practice sessions of the season, the excitement is palpable. With several new driver pairings and car designs, the 2025 season promises to be one of the most competitive and unpredictable in recent memory. Hamilton and Ferrari will be eager to make a strong start to the season, but they’ll face stiff competition from the likes of Mercedes, Red Bull, and McLaren.
The Australian Grand Prix is always a thrilling event, and this year’s edition promises to be no exception. With the cars set to take to the track for the first time on Friday, the stage is set for an electrifying weekend of racing. Will Hamilton and Ferrari be able to hit the ground running, or will their rivals steal the spotlight? One thing’s for sure the 2025 Formula 1 season is going to be an unforgettable ride.
