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Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari SPLIT floated over trust issues
Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari are facing criticism regarding their F1 partnership following Hamilton’s complaint about being given the wrong tyre in qualifying for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Ralf Schumacher criticized Hamilton for not standing up for himself and making tire decisions, suggesting that a driver of his caliber should be more assertive in such situations. Schumacher suggested that if Hamilton continues to lose trust in the team’s advice, it may be time to reconsider their partnership, especially as Hamilton has struggled to perform well for Ferrari compared to his teammate Charles Leclerc. Schumacher emphasized the importance of trust between a driver and the team, warning that if mistrust persists, it might be better to part ways. As they prepare for the Singapore Grand Prix, where Hamilton has been successful in the past, Hamilton and Ferrari will be aiming to turn their season around amidst the ongoing challenges. The headlines also feature Max Verstappen’s confirmed absences, a significant McLaren sale announcement, a racing star’s injury ruling him out of the Singapore Grand Prix, and a tribute from Lewis Hamilton to his late dog Roscoe.
