P1racenews AI automatic summary:
“If things don’t work out and don’t improve, perhaps he’ll come to the conclusion that it’s time to move on and try other things in his life.”
Former F1 driver Johnny Herbert believes it is understandable that Lewis Hamilton is contemplating retiring from F1, especially after a tough start at Ferrari in F1 2025, where his teammate Charles Leclerc has been outperforming him consistently. Hamilton’s confidence took a hit after struggling in the last two races before the summer break, getting knocked out in Q1 at the Belgian GP but showing improvement in Hungary through a strategic call. Herbert notes that there have been signs of Hamilton questioning himself and his competitiveness, especially compared to Leclerc, who has been delivering consistently. With the upcoming changes in F1’s technical regulations for 2026, Hamilton’s struggles this year might prompt him to evaluate his future in the sport and consider retirement if his form does not improve significantly. Despite his storied career, Hamilton is yet to finish on the podium for Ferrari, and the pressure continues to mount as he navigates through this challenging phase in his F1 journey.
