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Lewis Hamilton “lost” and “stuck in a hole” after tough start to Ferrari F1 career
Former F1 driver Johnny Herbert expressed concern over Lewis Hamilton’s performance at Ferrari, stating he appears “lost” and “stuck in a hole.”
Hamilton’s transition from Mercedes to Ferrari for the 2025 F1 season has been disappointing, with Charles Leclerc outperforming him with multiple podium finishes.
Despite winning a sprint race, Hamilton has generally struggled on track, leading Herbert to question if his raw pace has diminished.
Herbert compared Hamilton’s situation to past champions like Nigel Mansell and Michael Schumacher, suggesting that every peak has an end.
The lack of synergy between Hamilton and his engineer, coupled with strategic errors, has hindered his performance at Ferrari.
Given Leclerc’s consistent success, Herbert believes Ferrari will prioritize the Monegasque driver over Hamilton, stating that the team can no longer rely on the former world champion.
