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Ferrari offers reason for Lewis Hamilton’s dismal 2025
Ferrari vice chairman Piero Ferrari attributes the team’s 2025 struggles to F1’s cost cap limitations, acknowledging the challenges of breaking negative cycles. Despite high expectations following Lewis Hamilton’s arrival, Ferrari has underperformed, trailing McLaren significantly in the constructors’ championship. Hamilton has yet to secure a grand prix podium with Ferrari, facing issues with form and car performance. Looking ahead, Ferrari aims for a top-two finish in the constructors’ championship while focusing on rebuilding Hamilton’s confidence for the remainder of the season. With regulation changes approaching in 2026, there is hope for Hamilton to excel in a new car design that may better suit his skills. Despite recent setbacks and a somewhat negative attitude, Hamilton’s contract with Ferrari extends until the end of the 2026 season, providing him with an opportunity to pursue an eighth world title.
