Lewis Hamilton causes stir as he unfollows Ferrari on Instagram ahead of first home race
In a surprise move, Lewis Hamilton has unfollowed everyone on social media, including his new team Ferrari and even his beloved pet dog Roscoe. The seven-time world champion’s decision to distance himself from the digital world has left many fans wondering about the reasons behind this sudden change.
This isn’t the first time Hamilton has taken a step back from social media. After his contentious loss to Max Verstappen in the 2021 Formula 1 title race, Hamilton disappeared from Instagram for several months before returning with a fresh post. However, the motivations behind his latest digital detox are unclear.
Hamilton’s start to the 2025 season with Ferrari has been challenging, to say the least. Apart from a sprint race win in Shanghai, he has struggled to find his footing with the car, failing to finish higher than fifth in a main race. His eighth-place finish in the Miami Grand Prix, after a tough battle with teammate Charles Leclerc, has left him sitting in seventh place in the championship standings, 12 points adrift of Leclerc.
Interestingly, Andrea Kimi Antonelli, who replaced Hamilton at Mercedes, is currently one place ahead of the British driver in the 2025 F1 drivers’ standings. This unexpected turn of events has undoubtedly added to the pressure Hamilton is facing in his first season with Ferrari.
During the 2023 Brazilian Grand Prix, Hamilton opened up about his struggles with social media, revealing that he had been dealing with anxiety related to these platforms. He admitted to undergoing therapy to cope with these anxieties and confessed that he doesn’t enjoy being active on social media.
Hamilton’s last Grand Prix win was in Belgium last year, after Mercedes teammate George Russell was disqualified. Before that, he had ended a long winless streak at his home race in Silverstone. As he prepares to take on the Imola circuit for the first time in Ferrari colors, Hamilton’s decision to unfollow everyone on social media may be a strategic move to focus on his racing and mental well-being.
While the exact reasons behind Hamilton’s digital detox are unclear, it’s evident that he’s facing a challenging period in his career. As he navigates the pressures of competing at the highest level, Hamilton’s decision to step away from social media may be a necessary step to recharge and refocus on his goals.
The Emilia Romagna Grand Prix
promises to be an exciting event, with Hamilton set to face off against his rivals in the picturesque Imola circuit. As he takes to the track, fans will be watching with bated breath to see if Hamilton can turn his season around and claim his first win with Ferrari.
