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Ex-Ferrari F1 boss casts brutal Lewis Hamilton at ‘end of his career’ verdict
Former Ferrari F1 boss Mattia Binotto believes Lewis Hamilton was signed by his old team too late and thinks Hamilton’s career is coming to an end. Hamilton has struggled to adapt at Ferrari, being outperformed by Charles Leclerc and expressing disappointment after races. Despite a pole position in China, Hamilton has yet to score a podium in the 2025 season. Binotto doubts Ferrari’s decision to sign Hamilton and acknowledges the team’s underwhelming performance but believes in their capability to improve and achieve success. Former F1 driver Johnny Herbert suggests Hamilton seems lost and may have lost his raw pace, while pointing out poor communication and decisions within Ferrari. Herbert suggests Ferrari should support Leclerc more, emphasizing the importance of finding one’s peak in the sport.
