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Lewis Hamilton’s SF-25 was inspected by the FIA at the Italian Grand Prix for an issue that caused Mercedes pain in 2024.
Lewis Hamilton’s SF-25 underwent an inspection by the FIA at the Italian Grand Prix due to an issue that had caused trouble for Mercedes in 2024. Despite starting from 10th place, Hamilton finished sixth at the Italian GP last weekend, marking his first race at Monza as a Ferrari driver. The result aided Ferrari in widening their gap over Mercedes in the constructors’ championship battle, with Charles Leclerc securing fourth place. Official statements from the FIA post-race confirmed that Hamilton’s tyre pressures were inspected and found to comply with regulations, unlike a previous incident at the 2024 Brazilian GP. Kimi Antonelli and Alex Albon’s cars also passed inspection. Hamilton’s race in Italy showcased a spirited comeback, gaining four positions in the opening laps and finishing just 12 seconds behind Leclerc, despite starting from a lower grid position. However, the intense scrutiny from passionate Ferrari fans expected better results from the team’s drivers at their home race. Hamilton is yet to secure a podium with Ferrari and currently sits sixth in the drivers’ championship, trailing Leclerc by 46 points.
