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Fred Vasseur makes Ferrari admission about biggest Lewis Hamilton challenge
Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur admitted underestimating the challenge Lewis Hamilton faced upon joining the team. Hamilton, a seven-time world champion, has struggled to adapt to Ferrari’s 2025 F1 car and has been outperformed by teammate Charles Leclerc. Vasseur acknowledged the difficulty of Hamilton’s transition after nearly 20 years with McLaren and Mercedes. Hamilton showed signs of improvement with a sprint pole position and win in China. With a disappointing Hungarian Grand Prix, Hamilton suggested Ferrari should “probably change driver,” sparking speculation about his future in F1. The summer break may offer Hamilton a much-needed opportunity to recharge and reflect on a challenging first season with Ferrari.
