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Ferrari handed stark ‘confidence game’ warning with Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc
Former F1 driver Anthony Davidson is hopeful Ferrari took into account the feedback of drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc during the F1 winter break to ensure a strong start to the season. Both Hamilton and Leclerc faced challenges in 2025, with neither securing a race win, and Hamilton failing to reach the podium for the first time in his F1 career. Hamilton had shared suggestions for improvements with Ferrari’s team boss in an effort to address his struggles transitioning from his successful years at Mercedes. Although Ferrari has made changes, such as replacing Hamilton’s race engineer, the new appointment is yet to be announced. Davidson emphasized the importance of Ferrari listening to their experienced drivers to tailor the car’s setup for optimal performance and driver comfort.
