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Hamilton shock as ‘90% of Ferrari didn’t want him’
A former F1 star disclosed that 90 per cent of Ferrari insiders were against signing Lewis Hamilton, who transitioned from Mercedes to Ferrari in 2025, generating widespread excitement globally. However, Hamilton’s debut season at Ferrari has been challenging, with no podium finishes in 14 races and even suggesting his own dismissal after struggles during the Hungarian Grand Prix qualifying. Arturo Merzario, an F1 racer from the 1970s, expressed doubts about Hamilton’s impact at Ferrari, indicating that his arrival was met with skepticism by most within the team. Despite the difficulties, Ferrari remains supportive of Hamilton and is hopeful that his partnership with Charles Leclerc will eventually yield positive results. As Hamilton and Leclerc recharge during the mid-season break, all eyes are on whether Hamilton can turn around his Ferrari career, with uncertainties lingering about his future in the sport.
