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F1 icon ‘seriously worried’ over Ferrari future
Former Ferrari F1 driver Jean Alesi criticized Ferrari for making ‘weak excuses’ for their 2025 performance, expressing concern about the team’s future. Alesi, who raced for Ferrari between 1991 and 1995, highlighted their ongoing struggles. Ferrari has not won a world championship since 2008 and finished fourth in the 2025 constructors’ championship. Despite the disappointing results, Ferrari aims for a better performance in 2026 with new regulations on the horizon. Alesi doubts Ferrari’s decision to halt development on the SF-25 for the upcoming changes, questioning the team’s direction. The pressure is on Ferrari to bounce back in 2026, especially with Lewis Hamilton’s contract ending that year, as both he and teammate Charles Leclerc seek competitive cars for the future. If Ferrari fails to improve, they could face a major driver shake-up for the 2027 season.
