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Ferrari has faced a difficult season so far, which has offered mixed fortunes for Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton.
Former Ferrari driver René Arnoux has delivered a critical message to Lewis Hamilton, stating that his age is a hindrance to his F1 performance. Despite claiming a sprint victory in China, Hamilton has struggled to secure a podium finish for Ferrari this season. Currently sitting sixth in the F1 drivers’ standings, he trails Charles Leclerc by 25 points, who has shown strong performances with multiple podium finishes. Leclerc’s ability to overcome challenges and push through difficult situations has impressed Arnoux, who believes age is impacting Hamilton’s performance. Arnoux acknowledges Hamilton’s efforts but argues that at 40, it is challenging for him to match the physical demands of F1 without a superior car.
