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“It’s obviously difficult for me to also spend time advising Lewis, who has achieved a lot more than I ever did.”
Charles Leclerc acknowledges Lewis Hamilton’s impressive track record in F1, making it challenging for him to offer advice to his Ferrari teammate. As the most successful F1 driver with seven world titles and over 100 victories, Hamilton has struggled to adapt to Ferrari despite his extraordinary success. In his first season at Ferrari, the 40-year-old has not yet secured a podium finish and encountered difficulties, such as qualifying 20th at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Despite finishing 10th (later elevated to 8th) at the said Grand Prix, it has been a forgettable season for Hamilton. The SF-25 challenger has been underwhelming, securing only seven podium finishes, and even Leclerc has not been close to winning a grand prix, hinting at a potential winless season for him. When questioned about advising Hamilton on his struggles, Leclerc emphasized his focus on maximizing his own performance and adjusting to the team, acknowledging the lengthy process Hamilton might need to adapt fully at Ferrari.
