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Following a tense moment during the Miami Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton shared that he had a heated exchange with Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur, in which he told the Frenchman to “calm down.” The disagreement stemmed from Hamilton’s sarcastic team radio comments during the race, which seemingly didn’t sit well with Vasseur.
The incident occurred when Hamilton, who was driving on fresher and faster tyres, requested over the radio for his team to allow him to overtake his Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc. The seven-time world champion believed he had a better chance of catching Mercedes’ rising star, Kimi Antonelli, who was ahead of them. Despite Hamilton’s call, the Ferrari team was slow to respond, ultimately delaying the decision to switch the drivers’ positions.
Frustrated by the delay, Hamilton sarcastically commented on the radio: “Have a tea break while you’re at it.” The remark was clearly directed at the Ferrari pit wall, criticizing how long it took for the team to act on his strategy suggestion. The message was broadcast during the race, sparking conversation among fans and commentators alike.
After the race, Hamilton revealed in interviews that Vasseur approached him about the sarcastic comment. According to Hamilton, the Ferrari boss wasn’t pleased with the tone of the radio message. However, Hamilton stood by his words and admitted that he told Vasseur to “calm down,” emphasizing that the remark was made in the heat of the moment.
Hamilton clarified that his intent wasn’t to disrespect the team but rather to push for a better strategic decision that could have improved their race result. He added that such emotional radio messages are not uncommon during high-pressure moments in a Grand Prix.
The exchange has added to the ongoing narrative surrounding Hamilton’s future with Ferrari, as he is set to join the Scuderia in 2025. Incidents like this highlight the strong personality and competitiveness Hamilton brings with him, which could shape his relationship with the Ferrari team going forward.
As the Formula 1 season continues, all eyes will be on how Hamilton navigates his final year with Mercedes and begins building chemistry with his future team. For now, however, the spotlight remains on his fiery Miami GP performance and the off-track drama it stirred.
