P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Ferrari opted to stop aerodynamic development on its 2025 car early as it then went onto endure a poor season.
Lewis Hamilton firmly denied that Ferrari’s decision to halt aerodynamic development on its car had any “psychological” impact on the team. Ferrari’s boss, Fred Vasseur, disclosed the decision to stop the SF-25’s development early in the season to focus on the 2026 changes. While Ferrari opted out of further development, rivals like McLaren, Red Bull, and Mercedes continued to bring significant upgrades. Hamilton experienced his first season without a grand prix podium and labeled it a “nightmare,” yet he staunchly supported the decision to stop developing the 2025 car. He emphasized the necessity to focus on the new car’s development to stay competitive and believed it was the right choice given their performance level at the time. Despite the challenges, Hamilton noted that the team remained positive, and he personally did not feel a psychological impact from the decision.
