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Ferrari under fire for Singapore GP struggles with “afraid to fail” criticism
Jenson Button, the 2009 F1 world champion, believes Ferrari’s struggles at the Singapore Grand Prix reveal deeper issues within the team, suggesting a fear of failure holds them back. Ferrari had a disappointing qualifying session in Singapore, securing sixth and seventh on the grid for the race. They were outpaced by Mercedes, their main rivals for second place in the 2025 F1 constructors’ championship. Lewis Hamilton faced operational issues as he lacked fresh tyres for his final qualifying run and was unsuccessful. Ferrari’s F1 title drought dates back to 2008, with several near misses since then. Button highlights a fear of failure in Ferrari’s culture, urging for more consistency and confidence within the team. He hopes they can improve next year with the new regulations and stresses the importance of strong leadership and unity in facing upcoming challenges.
